thedailyecho--2020-08-20--Face mask rules: Asda, Aldi, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Lidl, M&S share new update

Supermarket companies have updated shoppers on the rules regarding the wearing of face masks in their stores .
Last month , a new law was introduced in England on Friday , July 24 meaning that face masks should be worn in shops and supermarkets .
Anyone who fails to adhere to the new rules will face a £100 fine , which can be reduced to £50 if paid within 14 days .
But under the new measures introduced last week by the PM , this amount will double for subsequent offences up to a maximum of £3,200 .
Here 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have Aldi said ?
In an update on Aldi 's website , it reads : `` In accordance with the recent government announcements , from July 10 in Scotland and July 24 in England , it will be mandatory for all customers ( with certain exceptions ) shopping in our stores to wear a face covering for the duration of their visit .
`` We thank you for your cooperation . ''
• A traffic light system at store entrances to accurately manage the number of people in stores at any one time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our checkouts • Clear signs throughout stores that advise customers on how to shop safely , in line with the latest Government guidance • Contactless payments increased to £45 Mr Hurley said Aldi is doing everything they can to keep shoppers safe , and has urged customers to maintain a safe distance from others , shop by themselves where possible and try to use contactless payments .
What have Sainsbury 's said ?
Sainsbury 's has said it wo n't challenge customers who are n't wearing a mask in stores .
In a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` We won ’ t be challenging customers without a mask when they enter or when they are in store since they may have a reason not to wear a mask . ''
On their website , Sainsbury 's added : `` Please follow official guidelines for your local area and wear a face covering when shopping in our stores in England and Scotland .
`` We are still giving our customers who are vulnerable priority access to our online home delivery service .
`` We ’ ve increased the number of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ available and have now nearly doubled this service to over 650,000 orders per week .
As a result , more of our existing customers now have access to slots .
`` We are now able to let new customers register online for home delivery and click and collect slots .
`` For vulnerable customers who have been offered a slot and are unable to place their order online , we are offering a telephone ordering service and we now have five times the number of colleagues on hand to help with this .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and outside our stores we have extended many of our stores opening hours .
`` Customers are now welcome to shop with us at any time during store opening hours , however NHS and care workers will still have priority entry from 7:30am to 8am Monday to Saturday and elderly , vulnerable and disabled customers will still have priority entry from 8am to 9am Monday , Wednesday and Friday .
`` We have launched a Volunteer Shopping Card to enable people to shop for others easily in store .
`` We have also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our supermarkets so that customers can sanitise their hands , baskets and trollies at the front of our stores .
This is in addition to our colleagues regularly sanitising all of our baskets and trollies before use .
`` We have installed perspex safety screens in our petrol filling station stores and have extended our opening hours in many Convenience stores to 10pm or 11pm .
You can check the latest opening hours in your area before shopping .
Store locator '' We continue to support our colleagues who are self-isolating and are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who live with extremely vulnerable family members who the government has asked to shield for 12 weeks . ''
What have Tesco said ?
The supermarket chain took to Twitter to update shoppers on whether staff would challenge customers for not wearing a mask .
In a tweet , Tesco said : `` Our colleagues should n't be challenging or refuse entry to customers visiting our stores without a facemask . ''
Tesco 's website states : `` From 24 July , you ’ ll need to wear a face covering in-store .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ chain have taken to Twitter to share an update with customers .
They tweeted : `` We will not refuse entry to customers with exemptions in line with government guidance . ''
On Waitrose 's website , it states : `` We have asked the public who come into our shops to wear face coverings . ''
What have Lidl said ?
Lidl have said they wo n't challenge customers if they do n't wear a face mask .
The chain confirmed this via their official Lidl GB account .
They tweeted : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ responsibility of the individual and should only be enforced by Police and council enforcement officers .
`` The government have stipulated that shop workers should not refuse entry to customers that are not wearing a face covering . ''
What have the Co-op said ?
In a tweet from the Co-op UK account , the supermarket said : `` The health and safety of Co-op colleagues , customers and members is our priority .
`` In line with new laws set out by the Government , it will be mandatory to wear a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mouth when shopping in Co-op stores in England from 24th July .
`` This will be clearly communicated through store signage but we ’ d like to reiterate to all non-exempt customers that it is their responsibility to ensure they are in adherence with the new legal requirements . ''
What have Iceland said ?
The boss of supermarket chain Iceland has confirmed that staff wo n't challenge shoppers if they do n't wear a face mask .
Richard Walker , CEO of Iceland , said : `` If mandatory face masks in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ safer then they are welcome - but we wo n't put our staff at risk by asking them to police this .
`` The UK can not afford a second wave , so we all need to play our part and show care and consideration for each other . ''
What have Asda said ?
Asda has clarified the rules on wearing face masks in stores following a complaint from a shopper .
The chain issued a statement when a customer said many shoppers were not wearing masks .
Asda said they are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to follow the rules but it is up to police to enforce them .
A spokesman said : `` We are strongly encouraging all customers to wear a face covering when they visit our stores .
`` We also have signs at the entrance to the store and on the shelf edges to encourage customers to wear a face covering and are using Asda FM ( our in-store radio ) to further remind customers .
`` While we will do all we can to strongly encourage customers to respect the new guidelines , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ does lie with the relevant authorities . ''
What have Marks and Spencer ( M & S ) said ?
In an update to shoppers on face coverings , M & S said on its website : `` From August 10 , it became mandatory for customers in Northern Ireland to wear face coverings in shops , as is already the case in England and Scotland , ( with the exception of young children or people with certain health conditions ) .
`` Where it is mandatory we would ask all customers to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ health condition that exempts them .
`` Where government guidance is that M & S colleagues should wear face coverings ( for example in Scotland ) , they will do so .
`` As with customers , the government has made exceptions for some colleagues .
The government has said it is not compulsory for colleagues to wear face coverings in England , Northern Ireland or Wales – however , we have encouraged them to do so .
`` At the moment , there is no government requirement to face coverings in shops @ @ @ @ @ @ @ course welcome to do so if they would like to .
`` In line with government guidance , it will not be mandatory to wear your face covering when eating in our M & S cafés .
Of course , all customers are welcome to wear them . ''

Last month, a new law was introduced in England on Friday, July 24 meaning that face masks should be worn in shops and supermarkets.
Anyone who fails to adhere to the new rules will face a £100 fine, which can be reduced to £50 if paid within 14 days.
But under the new measures introduced last week by the PM, this amount will double for subsequent offences up to a maximum of £3,200.
Here's everything you need to know.
What have Aldi said?
In an update on Aldi's website, it reads: "In accordance with the recent government announcements, from July 10 in Scotland and July 24 in England, it will be mandatory for all customers (with certain exceptions) shopping in our stores to wear a face covering for the duration of their visit.
"We thank you for your cooperation."
A number of safety measures at Aldi include:
• A traffic light system at store entrances to accurately manage the number of people in stores at any one time
• Protective screens at all 7,000 of our checkouts
• Social distancing markers in store
• NHS, blue light and vulnerable priority access hour
• Clear signs throughout stores that advise customers on how to shop safely, in line with the latest Government guidance
• Contactless payments increased to £45 Mr Hurley said Aldi is doing everything they can to keep shoppers safe, and has urged customers to maintain a safe distance from others, shop by themselves where possible and try to use contactless payments.
What have Sainsbury's said?
Sainsbury's has said it won't challenge customers who aren't wearing a mask in stores.
In a statement via Twitter, Sainsbury's tweeted: "We won’t be challenging customers without a mask when they enter or when they are in store since they may have a reason not to wear a mask."
On their website, Sainsbury's added: "Please follow official guidelines for your local area and wear a face covering when shopping in our stores in England and Scotland.
"We are still giving our customers who are vulnerable priority access to our online home delivery service.
"We’ve increased the number of home delivery and click and collect slots available and have now nearly doubled this service to over 650,000 orders per week. As a result, more of our existing customers now have access to slots.
"We are now able to let new customers register online for home delivery and click and collect slots.
"For vulnerable customers who have been offered a slot and are unable to place their order online, we are offering a telephone ordering service and we now have five times the number of colleagues on hand to help with this.
"To reduce queuing times both inside and outside our stores we have extended many of our stores opening hours.
"Customers are now welcome to shop with us at any time during store opening hours, however NHS and care workers will still have priority entry from 7:30am to 8am Monday to Saturday and elderly, vulnerable and disabled customers will still have priority entry from 8am to 9am Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
"We have launched a Volunteer Shopping Card to enable people to shop for others easily in store.
"We have also rolled out new customer sanitiser stations in our supermarkets so that customers can sanitise their hands, baskets and trollies at the front of our stores. This is in addition to our colleagues regularly sanitising all of our baskets and trollies before use.
"We have installed perspex safety screens in our petrol filling station stores and have extended our opening hours in many Convenience stores to 10pm or 11pm. You can check the latest opening hours in your area before shopping.
Store locator
"We continue to support our colleagues who are self-isolating and are considered vulnerable. This includes our colleagues who live with extremely vulnerable family members who the government has asked to shield for 12 weeks."
What have Tesco said?
The supermarket chain took to Twitter to update shoppers on whether staff would challenge customers for not wearing a mask.
In a tweet, Tesco said: "Our colleagues shouldn't be challenging or refuse entry to customers visiting our stores without a facemask."
Tesco's website states: "From 24 July, you’ll need to wear a face covering in-store."
What have Waitrose said?
The chain have taken to Twitter to share an update with customers.
They tweeted: "We will not refuse entry to customers with exemptions in line with government guidance."
On Waitrose's website, it states: "We have asked the public who come into our shops to wear face coverings."
What have Lidl said?
Lidl have said they won't challenge customers if they don't wear a face mask.
The chain confirmed this via their official Lidl GB account.
They tweeted: "Wearing a face covering is the responsibility of the individual and should only be enforced by Police and council enforcement officers.
"The government have stipulated that shop workers should not refuse entry to customers that are not wearing a face covering."
What have the Co-op said?
In a tweet from the Co-op UK account, the supermarket said: "The health and safety of Co-op colleagues, customers and members is our priority.
"In line with new laws set out by the Government, it will be mandatory to wear a face covering to cover the nose and mouth when shopping in Co-op stores in England from 24th July.
"This will be clearly communicated through store signage but we’d like to reiterate to all non-exempt customers that it is their responsibility to ensure they are in adherence with the new legal requirements."
What have Iceland said?
The boss of supermarket chain Iceland has confirmed that staff won't challenge shoppers if they don't wear a face mask.
Richard Walker, CEO of Iceland, said: "If mandatory face masks in shops will make our customers and colleagues safer then they are welcome - but we won't put our staff at risk by asking them to police this.
"The UK cannot afford a second wave, so we all need to play our part and show care and consideration for each other."
What have Asda said?
Asda has clarified the rules on wearing face masks in stores following a complaint from a shopper.
The chain issued a statement when a customer said many shoppers were not wearing masks.
Asda said they are doing all they can to remind customers to follow the rules but it is up to police to enforce them.
A spokesman said: "We are strongly encouraging all customers to wear a face covering when they visit our stores.
"We also have signs at the entrance to the store and on the shelf edges to encourage customers to wear a face covering and are using Asda FM (our in-store radio) to further remind customers.
"While we will do all we can to strongly encourage customers to respect the new guidelines, the responsibility for policing and enforcing them does lie with the relevant authorities."
What have Marks and Spencer (M&S) said?
In an update to shoppers on face coverings, M&S said on its website: "From August 10, it became mandatory for customers in Northern Ireland to wear face coverings in shops, as is already the case in England and Scotland, (with the exception of young children or people with certain health conditions).
"Where it is mandatory we would ask all customers to follow this, unless they have a health condition that exempts them.
"Where government guidance is that M&S colleagues should wear face coverings (for example in Scotland), they will do so.
"As with customers, the government has made exceptions for some colleagues. The government has said it is not compulsory for colleagues to wear face coverings in England, Northern Ireland or Wales – however, we have encouraged them to do so.
"At the moment, there is no government requirement to face coverings in shops in Wales, but they are of course welcome to do so if they would like to.
"In line with government guidance, it will not be mandatory to wear your face covering when eating in our M&S cafés. Of course, all customers are welcome to wear them."


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--Young driver from Southampton caught at double the speed limit

A YOUNG driver faces being banned from the roads after driving at double the speed limit narrowly avoiding a pedestrian @ @ @ @ @ from Southampton , was caught driving his Audi A5 at 60mph in a 30 limit @ @ @ @ @ Bournemouth .
A spokesman for the Dorset Police No Excuse team said : `` The @ @ @ @ @ Kinson direction towards Castlepoint .
While travelling at this speed towards us we witnessed a @ @ @ @ @ out in the road , narrowly avoiding the vehicle .
`` The young driver was @ @ @ @ @ realising he was completely in the wrong .
`` The driver received a ticket to @ @ @ @ @ be made if he keeps his licence , with a likely outcome of being disqualified @ @

The male driver, from Southampton, was caught driving his Audi A5 at 60mph in a 30 limit in Castle Lane West in Bournemouth.
A spokesman for the Dorset Police No Excuse team said: "The vehicle was travelling from the Kinson direction towards Castlepoint. While travelling at this speed towards us we witnessed a member of the public step out in the road, narrowly avoiding the vehicle.
"The young driver was apologetic from the start, realising he was completely in the wrong.
"The driver received a ticket to court where a decision will be made if he keeps his licence, with a likely outcome of being disqualified."


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--GCSE results day 2000 part 2 - were you pictured?

TODAY 'S images of youngsters picking up their GCSE results will look much different to these taken twenty years ago @ @ @ @ @ Today is the day when thousands of youngsters across Hampshire find out their exam results @ @ @ @ @ their anxious wait .
Although some will no doubt obtain their grades via the internet @ @ @ @ @ to school to celebrate or commiserate with friends Twenty years ago exam results were not @ @ @ @ @ turned up at their schools in droves , each of them eager to find out @ @ @ @ @ The date was August 24 , 2000 when these images were taken – the second @ @ @ @ @ nostalgic visit back to GCSE results day 2000 .

Today is the day when thousands of youngsters across Hampshire find out their exam results and put an end to their anxious wait.
Although some will no doubt obtain their grades via the internet, many will still venture to school to celebrate or commiserate with friends
Twenty years ago exam results were not available online, so youngsters turned up at their schools in droves, each of them eager to find out how they had done.
The date was August 24, 2000 when these images were taken – the second and final set in our nostalgic visit back to GCSE results day 2000.


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--New arrivals delight parents and siblings in Hampshire

WE can ’ t believe how cute this latest batch of new arrivals being welcomed to Hampshire is .
There are plenty of pictures of the county ’ s latest additions to enjoy in this feature , which brings you another helping of our popular New Arrivals page , which launched with a 12-page ‘ lockdown babies ’ special two months ago .
These adorable youngsters are scattered across the county , born at five different maternity hotspots - Princess Anne Hospital in Southampton , Ashurst ’ s New Forest Birth Centre , Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital .
They ’ re all looking simply irresistable , either posing on their own or with their proud new siblings .
There are timely babies , early babies and late babies .
One new mum went into labour on her birthday and one dad had to make a mad dash to be there for the birth .
Most of these tiny tots were born during lockdown or as restrictions have started to ease and have not been able to welcome their little ones into the world in quite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re doing it for them .
Proud parents are asked to fill out the details of their new addition at dailyecho.co.uk/new-arrivals and we will feature 12 little Hampshire newborns every Thursday in paper and online .
• NYAH Papworth was born during the first week of lockdown on March 27 at New Forest Birth Centre in Ashurst .
The 8lbs 1oz girl is a much-loved addition to the family - Rachel , Rob and Theo from Dibden Purlieu .
• LYMINGTON lovely Lilly Ann Jolie Williams weighed in at 6lbs 3oz following her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2 .
She ’ s a daughter for Leighann Gale and John Williams and a sister for Damian and Dylan .
• ARCHIE George is the latest addition to the Bambridge family from Andover .
The 9lbs 1oz tot , born in Basingstoke on April 15 , is a son for Jennifer and Adam and a brother for Connor , Rose and Freddie .
• CARTER Samuel Jolly is a beautiful baby boy for proud new parents Jessica Sheldrake and Clark Jolly from Southampton .
He weighed in at 7lbs 13oz at Princess @ @ @ @ @ @ @ June 13 .
• BABY Penelope Judy has joined the Croft family from Winchester , parents Sophie and Matt and siblings Eva and Stanley .
The 9lbs 10oz tot came into the world at Royal Hampshire County Hospital on June 24 .
• ELEANOR Folkes is a beautiful baby girl joining the family of Emily , Daniel and Alfie from Totton .
She was born at Southampton ’ s Princess Anne Hospital on June 1 , weighing in at 9lbs 4oz .
• ARTHUR George Robinson Grundy made his speedy entrance into the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Winchester on March 31 .
He has been keeping his proud big sister Alice Rose and parents Rosie and Robert entertained in Bishopstoke .
• SUMMER Iris is the latest addition to the Williams family from Chandlers Ford .
Born at Princess Anne Hospital on June 1 weighing 9lbs 4oz , she ’ s a daughter for Carly and James and a sister for Bella and Freddie .
• DUE to Covid restrictions , Anthony Blackford arrived just in time to see Charlotte-Louise deliver Carter John Anthony , a brother for Charlie , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hayling Island tot was born in Portsmouth on May 18 .

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thedailyecho--2020-08-20--Andover shooting: Inquests opened into deaths

INQUESTS have been opened into the death of Cllr James Nash and his suspected killer .
Alex Sartain , 34 , was fleeing the scene of the shooting in MacCallum Road , Upper Enham on August 5 when he crashed his motorcycle and died .
Following the crash , Hampshire Constabulary made a mandatory referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct .
The IOPC have been contacted for the latest information on the referral .
His victim , 42-year-old Mr Nash , was pronounced dead at Southampton General Hospital three days later .
The death is being treated as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ police to establish the circumstances of what took place are ongoing .
Replying to well-wishers , Mr Nash 's mother Gillian wrote : “ Thank you very much for your comments .
Very sadly I have to tell you that James Nash died of his brutal injuries today .
“ His father , his sister and I are in a total state of shock and grief .
“ We have lost a beautiful , talented son and brother and I know all who knew him would say he was the kindest , most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has written post-mortem reports into both of the deaths .
She states that Mr Nash died of head and facial injuries , and Mr Sartain died from multiple injuries .
Both of the full inquests will be held in April 2021 at Winchester Coroner ’ s Court .
Test Valley Borough Council , Phil North , also paid tribute to a man he described as `` kind-hearted '' and `` talented '' .
The council leader said of Mr Nash : `` This is such devastating news , not just for his family @ @ @ @ @ @ @ him terribly but for the whole community of Enham Alamein where he was public representative .
`` I knew James well and worked with him on a number of projects .
He was such a kind-hearted individual and a proactive parish councillor who cared deeply for his community .
`` As a talented children 's author and illustrated , I was extremely touched last year when one of the dedications in his latest book was to my new-born daughter Eleanor-Ivy Mae .
We will always treasure our copy .
Cllr North added : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ many more tributes to James in the coming days and weeks and in time , an opportunity for the community to come together with his family to consider some form of lasting memorial to his life .
`` My thoughts tonight though are with James ' family and friends and the people of Enham Alamein . ''

Alex Sartain, 34, was fleeing the scene of the shooting in MacCallum Road, Upper Enham on August 5 when he crashed his motorcycle and died.
Following the crash, Hampshire Constabulary made a mandatory referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct. The IOPC have been contacted for the latest information on the referral.
His victim, 42-year-old Mr Nash, was pronounced dead at Southampton General Hospital three days later.
The death is being treated as a murder investigation. Enquiries by Hampshire police to establish the circumstances of what took place are ongoing.
Replying to well-wishers, Mr Nash's mother Gillian wrote: “Thank you very much for your comments. Very sadly I have to tell you that James Nash died of his brutal injuries today.
“His father, his sister and I are in a total state of shock and grief.
“We have lost a beautiful, talented son and brother and I know all who knew him would say he was the kindest, most caring person."
Dr Amanda Jeffrey has written post-mortem reports into both of the deaths. She states that Mr Nash died of head and facial injuries, and Mr Sartain died from multiple injuries.
Both of the full inquests will be held in April 2021 at Winchester Coroner’s Court.
Test Valley Borough Council, Phil North, also paid tribute to a man he described as "kind-hearted" and "talented".
The council leader said of Mr Nash: "This is such devastating news, not just for his family and friends, who will obviously miss him terribly but for the whole community of Enham Alamein where he was public representative.
"I knew James well and worked with him on a number of projects. He was such a kind-hearted individual and a proactive parish councillor who cared deeply for his community.
"As a talented children's author and illustrated, I was extremely touched last year when one of the dedications in his latest book was to my new-born daughter Eleanor-Ivy Mae. We will always treasure our copy.
Cllr North added: "I'm sure there will be many more tributes to James in the coming days and weeks and in time, an opportunity for the community to come together with his family to consider some form of lasting memorial to his life.
"My thoughts tonight though are with James' family and friends and the people of Enham Alamein."


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--Basingstoke council's job advert for £149,000-a-year role

A HAMPSHIRE council is looking for a new chief executive - and the role comes with a £149,000 yearly salary @ @ @ @ @ posted the job advert on August 10 but applicants will have to be quick - @ @ @ @ @ , August 26 .
The chosen candidate will receive a salary of £149,000 per year @ @ @ @ @ service pension package , the option for flexible working and free car parking .
Council @ @ @ @ @ discounts at restaurants and retailers , as well as free tea and coffee .
The @ @ @ @ @ current chief executive Mel Barratt will be taking the helm at Nottingham City Council next @ @

Basingstoke's borough council posted the job advert on August 10 but applicants will have to be quick - the vacancy closes on Wednesday, August 26.
The chosen candidate will receive a salary of £149,000 per year along with a generous civil service pension package, the option for flexible working and free car parking.
Council employees also receive healthcare, discounts at restaurants and retailers, as well as free tea and coffee.
The job has become available as current chief executive Mel Barratt will be taking the helm at Nottingham City Council next month.


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--Housing set to replace former coal yard at Vicarage Lane, Hordle

PLANS to build homes on green belt land in the New Forest have been approved after a 24-year debate about the site 's future .
RPS Group has been given permission to transform a derelict coal yard at Vicarage Lane , Hordle , by building a mixture of detached and semi-detached homes .
A report produced by New Forest District Council says the benefits of the scheme outweigh the `` very limited '' harm that would be caused to the green belt .
The coal yard has been the subject of five previous applications over the past three decades .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ An application for 12 homes was withdrawn at the start of 2011 and a proposal for 22 business units was rejected later that year .
An application for 14 business units was refused in 2012 .
A similar scheme was approved two years later but was never built .
Now plans for a cul-de-sac ten homes have been given the nod .
The council report says the provision will create construction jobs as well as enhancing the sustainability of Hordle as a community and service hub .
Hardstanding will be removed and a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ given over to gardens and soft landscaping .
`` Very special circumstances exist to warrant green belt development in this instance , '' says the report .
`` This is based on the considerations weighing in favour of the development , including assisting with diminishing the district 's shortfall in housing as well as the environmental , economic and social benefits that would be delivered by the scheme , which outweigh the very limited harm to the openness of the green belt . ''
The planning application described the site as `` derelict @ @ @ @ @ @ @ structures were in a poor state of repair , which had a detrimental impact on the landscape .
Their removal would result in a `` significant benefit '' to the appearance of the site .
The application added : `` Planning permission has been granted for business units and whilst these were considered acceptable the units were not viable .
`` No other commercial uses are known to be viable , other than a return to use as a coal yard . ''

RPS Group has been given permission to transform a derelict coal yard at Vicarage Lane, Hordle, by building a mixture of detached and semi-detached homes.
A report produced by New Forest District Council says the benefits of the scheme outweigh the "very limited" harm that would be caused to the green belt.
The coal yard has been the subject of five previous applications over the past three decades.
Residential development was refused in 1996. An application for 12 homes was withdrawn at the start of 2011 and a proposal for 22 business units was rejected later that year.
An application for 14 business units was refused in 2012. A similar scheme was approved two years later but was never built.
Now plans for a cul-de-sac ten homes have been given the nod.
The council report says the provision will create construction jobs as well as enhancing the sustainability of Hordle as a community and service hub. Hardstanding will be removed and a large part of the site will be given over to gardens and soft landscaping.
"Very special circumstances exist to warrant green belt development in this instance," says the report.
"This is based on the considerations weighing in favour of the development, including assisting with diminishing the district's shortfall in housing as well as the environmental, economic and social benefits that would be delivered by the scheme, which outweigh the very limited harm to the openness of the green belt."
The planning application described the site as "derelict and unsightly".
It said various structures were in a poor state of repair, which had a detrimental impact on the landscape. Their removal would result in a "significant benefit" to the appearance of the site.
The application added: "Planning permission has been granted for business units and whilst these were considered acceptable the units were not viable.
"No other commercial uses are known to be viable, other than a return to use as a coal yard."


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--The Tempest to be performed at Alice Lisle pub in Rockford

A SOCIALLY-distanced performance of a famous Shakespeare play is to be staged at a New Forest pub as part of a nationwide tour .
The Open Bar theatre company is performing The Tempest in pub gardens across the country next month , including the Alice Lisle at Rockford on September 30 .
The Tempest will be staged at 15 pubs owned by Fuller ’ s , starting with a watering hole at Greenwich on September 1 .
Open Bar was formed in 2016 by Nicky Diss and Vicky Gaskin .
Nicky said : “ Every year we try to bring @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's pub gardens and this year we all need inspiring theatre more than ever .
“ Trying to produce a show in 2020 has been a roller-coaster experience to say the least .
`` Fuller ’ s has been positive and supportive throughout and , in a world where all artists are feeling under-valued and concerned for their future , we feel immensely privileged to be able to provide work for creatives – and ourselves.
” Vicky said : “ Our audiences are a real mix of pub-goers and theatre fans .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ witnessing someone enjoying Shakespeare for the first time .
The more reluctant they are at the beginning , the more magical it is.
” Referring to the current pandemic she added : `` We certainly don ’ t shy away from a challenge .
`` We love making theatre in unconventional spaces , so why not in unconventional times ?
Two years ago , Nicky gave birth a week before we went into rehearsals and I got married between rehearsals and opening night , so incorporating social distancing is n't likely to intimidate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ company renowned for its lively , informal style , which aims to fit perfectly with the relaxed setting of a picturesque pub garden .
The Alice Lisle is named after a Rockford woman who was beheaded in 1685 for harbouring fugitives of the Battle of Sedgemoor .
The former school was converted into a pub in the 1960s .
Former England rugby star Dean Richards has been known to drop in for a pint , while Saints legend Matt Le Tissier has also been spotted in the beer garden .
Anyone wishing to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ visit fullers.co.uk/event-finder/shakespeare-in-the-garden .

The Open Bar theatre company is performing The Tempest in pub gardens across the country next month, including the Alice Lisle at Rockford on September 30.
The Tempest will be staged at 15 pubs owned by Fuller’s, starting with a watering hole at Greenwich on September 1.
Open Bar was formed in 2016 by Nicky Diss and Vicky Gaskin.
Nicky said: “Every year we try to bring accessible and fun Shakespeare shows to Fuller's pub gardens and this year we all need inspiring theatre more than ever.
“Trying to produce a show in 2020 has been a roller-coaster experience to say the least.
"Fuller’s has been positive and supportive throughout and, in a world where all artists are feeling under-valued and concerned for their future, we feel immensely privileged to be able to provide work for creatives – and ourselves.”
Vicky said: “Our audiences are a real mix of pub-goers and theatre fans.
"We love them all but nothing beats witnessing someone enjoying Shakespeare for the first time. The more reluctant they are at the beginning, the more magical it is.”
Referring to the current pandemic she added: "We certainly don’t shy away from a challenge.
"We love making theatre in unconventional spaces, so why not in unconventional times? Two years ago, Nicky gave birth a week before we went into rehearsals and I got married between rehearsals and opening night, so incorporating social distancing isn't likely to intimidate us.”
Open Bar is a female-led company renowned for its lively, informal style, which aims to fit perfectly with the relaxed setting of a picturesque pub garden.
The Alice Lisle is named after a Rockford woman who was beheaded in 1685 for harbouring fugitives of the Battle of Sedgemoor.
The former school was converted into a pub in the 1960s.
Former England rugby star Dean Richards has been known to drop in for a pint, while Saints legend Matt Le Tissier has also been spotted in the beer garden.
Anyone wishing to book a ticket for The Tempest should visit fullers.co.uk/event-finder/shakespeare-in-the-garden.


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--Families share memories of loved ones who have died in care homes

FAMILIES went online to share memories of loved ones who have died at care homes across the south in the past year .
Colten Care ’ s annual Celebration of Life is usually an opportunity for people including current residents and staff to get together in person and reminisce about those who have passed away .
But with Covid restrictions ruling out face-to-face gatherings this year , team members decided to hold an alternative-style event .
They invited families and friends of the residents to join online meetings and share personal memories .
Participants were encouraged to describe their loved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ transcribed them on to cards which they tied to `` memory trees '' in the homes ’ foyers and gardens .
St Catherine 's View , a dementia care home in Winchester , was one of the sites that took part .
Manager Vanda Baker said : “ Although we couldn ’ t meet in person with families this year , we still wanted to give everyone the opportunity to reflect and reminisce .
`` As the name suggests , Celebration of Life is all about remembering the individuality of residents we 've @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's an ideal chance to celebrate the joy , laughter and experiences of those who came to stay with us.
” Linden House in Lymington was one of the other homes that took part .
She said : `` We didn ’ t want the restrictions to stop our annual Celebration of Life event which has been held every year since 2017 .
`` It always proves to be a precious and heartfelt experience for those taking part .
`` We strongly believe that good end of life care should extend to supporting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ died.
” Colten Care owns and runs 21 care homes in Hampshire , Dorset , Wiltshire and Sussex , all of which are registered to provide nursing care .

Colten Care’s annual Celebration of Life is usually an opportunity for people including current residents and staff to get together in person and reminisce about those who have passed away.
But with Covid restrictions ruling out face-to-face gatherings this year, team members decided to hold an alternative-style event.
They invited families and friends of the residents to join online meetings and share personal memories.
Participants were encouraged to describe their loved ones in short email messages. Staff transcribed them on to cards which they tied to "memory trees" in the homes’ foyers and gardens.
St Catherine's View, a dementia care home in Winchester, was one of the sites that took part.
Manager Vanda Baker said: “Although we couldn’t meet in person with families this year, we still wanted to give everyone the opportunity to reflect and reminisce.
"As the name suggests, Celebration of Life is all about remembering the individuality of residents we've had the privilege of knowing. It's an ideal chance to celebrate the joy, laughter and experiences of those who came to stay with us.”
Linden House in Lymington was one of the other homes that took part.
Sally Smith leads Colten Care’s end-of-life care strategy.
She said: "We didn’t want the restrictions to stop our annual Celebration of Life event which has been held every year since 2017.
"It always proves to be a precious and heartfelt experience for those taking part.
"We strongly believe that good end of life care should extend to supporting relatives and friends whose loved ones have died.”
Colten Care owns and runs 21 care homes in Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire and Sussex, all of which are registered to provide nursing care.


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--LETTER - Changes to children's services in Southampton

SOUTHAMPTON City Council is absolutely determined to ensure this is a safe city for children to grow up in .
That ’ s why alongside the publication of today ’ s investigation into whistleblower complaints , we ’ re already taking clear action to improve what we do and how we do it .
Keeping children safe is no easy task when thousands in the city are growing up in significant poverty , in households where there is domestic abuse , drug and alcohol misuse , neglect , and family breakdown .
Over the last decade , these social problems @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been rising year on year .
We now spend over £40 million to keep Southampton ’ s children safe .
Our social workers have an unenviable job .
Every day they make decisions about what interventions will keep children and families from harm and support them to get back on track .
There are many things we do well , but we accept there are still areas where we must do better .
Last year , Ofsted judged the council ’ s children ’ s services as ‘ requiring improvement to become @ @ @ @ @ @ @ local authorities receive this rating ) .
Inspectors found strong , supportive social work , but told us this needs to be more consistent , more effective , and needs to improve much quicker .
Today ’ s independent report , commissioned by the council after whistleblower complaints , shines light on how some practices in certain teams need to fundamentally change .
The investigator upheld some complaints about working practices and decision-making , and we accept those findings and are committed to learning and change .
And because honesty works both ways @ @ @ @ @ @ @ these failings are not widespread .
In fact , a number of the allegations were found to be untrue , including some which were splashed across media headlines earlier this year .
Nevertheless , we ’ re already working with staff to deal with any present and future concerns in an open and transparent way .
The most important thing now is to put things right so we can make children 's lives better , so here ’ s the firm action we ’ re taking : •We have an Improvement Board driving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this investigation , which is open to external scrutiny •Our teams and managers are working more inclusively so that children ’ s assessments are clear and robust •We 're continuing to reduce caseloads , as Ofsted confirmed , so social workers can spend more time working effectively with children •We 're actively recruiting new social workers ( 16 joined recently ) and bringing agency numbers down •We ’ ve invested an extra £8 million to ensure Children ’ s Services gets the resources they need •The recommendation to improve working conditions and equipment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 300 new laptops distributed , a better case management system starting next year , and revamped offices to provide better working space •We 're keeping more children safely with their families , so from a high of 650 children in care , this has reduced to 500 •We 've kept every Sure Start Centre open in our communities so that our trusted workers can support families and protect children •And in all of this , we 're working with Hampshire County Council which is rated ‘ Outstanding ’ , to give us a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ how we 're improving This robust plan needs a relentless focus from all of us at every level of children ’ s services to transform the working culture and achieve lasting change .
As cabinet member it ’ s my job to ensure the children ’ s services leadership team under its new director takes bold steps , makes the necessary changes , and ensures that no child misses out on the support they need from us .
As a child who grew up in care myself , I know how important and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ accept the findings of the report and are determined to make the changes required so our most vulnerable children get the support they need to be safe and fulfil their potential .

That’s why alongside the publication of today’s investigation into whistleblower complaints, we’re already taking clear action to improve what we do and how we do it.
Keeping children safe is no easy task when thousands in the city are growing up in significant poverty, in households where there is domestic abuse, drug and alcohol misuse, neglect, and family breakdown.
Over the last decade, these social problems have worsened and demand for our services has been rising year on year.
We now spend over £40 million to keep Southampton’s children safe.
Our social workers have an unenviable job.
Every day they make decisions about what interventions will keep children and families from harm and support them to get back on track.
There are many things we do well, but we accept there are still areas where we must do better.
Last year, Ofsted judged the council’s children’s services as ‘requiring improvement to become good’ (around 40% of local authorities receive this rating).
Inspectors found strong, supportive social work, but told us this needs to be more consistent, more effective, and needs to improve much quicker.
Today’s independent report, commissioned by the council after whistleblower complaints, shines light on how some practices in certain teams need to fundamentally change.
The investigator upheld some complaints about working practices and decision-making, and we accept those findings and are committed to learning and change.
And because honesty works both ways, we must also be clear that these failings are not widespread.
In fact, a number of the allegations were found to be untrue, including some which were splashed across media headlines earlier this year.
Nevertheless, we’re already working with staff to deal with any present and future concerns in an open and transparent way.
The most important thing now is to put things right so we can make children's lives better, so here’s the firm action we’re taking:
•We have an Improvement Board driving through all the recommendations from Ofsted and this investigation, which is open to external scrutiny
•Our teams and managers are working more inclusively so that children’s assessments are clear and robust
•We're continuing to reduce caseloads, as Ofsted confirmed, so social workers can spend more time working effectively with children
•We're actively recruiting new social workers (16 joined recently) and bringing agency numbers down
•We’ve invested an extra £8 million to ensure Children’s Services gets the resources they need
•The recommendation to improve working conditions and equipment is already in train, with over 300 new laptops distributed, a better case management system starting next year, and revamped offices to provide better working space
•We're keeping more children safely with their families, so from a high of 650 children in care, this has reduced to 500
•We've kept every Sure Start Centre open in our communities so that our trusted workers can support families and protect children
•And in all of this, we're working with Hampshire County Council which is rated ‘Outstanding’, to give us a regular, independent and honest assessment of how we're improving
Cllr Darren Paffey
This robust plan needs a relentless focus from all of us at every level of children’s services to transform the working culture and achieve lasting change.
As cabinet member it’s my job to ensure the children’s services leadership team under its new director takes bold steps, makes the necessary changes, and ensures that no child misses out on the support they need from us.
As a child who grew up in care myself, I know how important and life-changing these services can be.
We accept the findings of the report and are determined to make the changes required so our most vulnerable children get the support they need to be safe and fulfil their potential.
Councillor Darren Paffey
Cabinet member for children and learning


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--LETTER - Exam fiasco is sheer incompetence

CONCERNING the exam fiasco ( no other word for it – sheer incompetence ) , I noted on BBC South Today the number of local Tory MPs who responded to student/parent pressure and , in turn , put pressure on Williamson and the government .
Both Penny Mordaunt and Caroline Nokes were among them , and I recollect it was Nokes who was seen giving food parcels to the homeless in Above Bar during the early stages of the coronavirus outbreak .
On both issues – Covid19 and the exams disaster – it would seem the notable absence is Royston @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Apart from Brexit and his beloved , 60-years-too-late Spitfire Memorial obsession , it is difficult to know if he actually has contributed anything to the most critical issues facing – not only the people of Southampton – but the country in general .
When challenged on the effect Brexit will have on the city , he answered with meaningless sound-bites and slogans , as well as factually incorrect statements .
On climate change , the dangers of AI and robotics , standing up to authoritarian regimes or individuals , or pollution , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ – or even to acknowledge them as problems .
At a time when we desperately need vision and leadership , he displays neither .
When we hear from him at all , it is just silly leaflets , on petty issues .
We deserve , and need , better !

Both Penny Mordaunt and Caroline Nokes were among them, and I recollect it was Nokes who was seen giving food parcels to the homeless in Above Bar during the early stages of the coronavirus outbreak.
On both issues – Covid19 and the exams disaster – it would seem the notable absence is Royston Smith, so-called MP for Southampton Itchen.
Apart from Brexit and his beloved, 60-years-too-late Spitfire Memorial obsession, it is difficult to know if he actually has contributed anything to the most critical issues facing – not only the people of Southampton – but the country in general.
When challenged on the effect Brexit will have on the city, he answered with meaningless sound-bites and slogans, as well as factually incorrect statements.
On climate change, the dangers of AI and robotics, standing up to authoritarian regimes or individuals, or pollution, he seems not to have a clue – or even to acknowledge them as problems.
At a time when we desperately need vision and leadership, he displays neither. When we hear from him at all, it is just silly leaflets, on petty issues.
We deserve, and need, better!
Garth Groombridge
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--LETTER - Have those who object to green been here that long?

I was a little surprised by the article referring to a business at Baron-On-Sea , having decided to paint the @ @ @ @ @ in green .
The cliff tops ( grass areas ) are obviously green .
Barton @ @ @ @ @ District area , and Green is a calming colour .
Have those who objected to @ @ @ @ @ all that long ?
I have always been local .
Indeed , I had my @ @ @ @ @ Milton for a number of years .
After leaving school , I had a job @ @ @ @ @ in New Milton .
I do remember the cliff tops at Barton , having a @ @ @ @ @ present .
It is a difficult place to run any business , and wish them @ @ @ @ @ luck .
Especially under the present restrictions .
I use to be also be on @ @ @ @ @ Trade , and the local Ratepayers and Residents Association .
Although , I was born @ @ @ @ @ I still live .

The cliff tops (grass areas) are obviously green.
Barton is within the New Forest District area, and Green is a calming colour.
Have those who objected to the colour, been here all that long?
I have always been local. Indeed, I had my own estate agency in New Milton for a number of years.
After leaving school, I had a job for awhile, at Bradbeers in New Milton.
I do remember the cliff tops at Barton, having a lot more land than at present.
It is a difficult place to run any business, and wish them all, the best of luck.
Especially under the present restrictions.
I use to be also be on the New Milton Chamber of Trade, and the local Ratepayers and Residents Association.
Although, I was born here in Burley, where I still live.
Richard F. Grant
Burley


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--LETTER - 52 died when Germans bombed Southampton factory

On this day 80 years ago , my father Fred Burnet was killed with 51other work mates , during a tea break .
It was a Wednesday afternoon , around 4.15 ish , when from nowhere , German planes bombed Cunliffe-Owen aircraft factory without warning of any kind .
It has been said the planes were thought to be planes coming in for repair , hence no sirens sounding .
It was then , on the site of the former Ford Motor Company .
That tragedy brought untold grief to all of those families , of course including my own @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I was just turned seven , my brother , five , and my sister , 18 months old .
To all surviving relatives , we send thoughts of our loved ones on this very sad occasion .
They are forever in our hearts , and thoughts through the past 80 years .
There is a Roll of Honour listing all 52 names of those lost , now at Solent Sky Aviation Museum , Southampton , who are so supportive of this sad occasion , and so kind to anyone visiting the memorial .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ My sister and I thank them for now taking care of this very special memorial .
There is a second memorial in the chapel at the back of what used to be Ford 's , at South Stoneham Cemetery .
• The day the bombs fell on us This one made by Ford workers , which is also a wonderful tribute to all 52 men killed that day -both memorials are worth visiting .

On this day 80 years ago, my father Fred Burnet was killed with 51other work mates,during a tea break.
It was a Wednesday afternoon, around 4.15 ish, when from nowhere, German planes bombed
Cunliffe-Owen aircraft factory without warning of any kind.
It has been said the planes were thought to be planes coming in for repair, hence no sirens sounding .
It was then, on the site of the former Ford Motor Company.
That tragedy brought untold grief to all of those families, of course including my own, changing our lives for ever. I was just turned seven, my brother, five ,and my sister, 18 months old.
To all surviving relatives, we send thoughts of our loved ones on this very sad occasion.
They are forever in our hearts ,and thoughts through the past 80 years.
There is a Roll of Honour listing all 52 names of those lost, now at Solent Sky Aviation Museum, Southampton, who are so supportive of this sad occasion, and so kind to anyone visiting the memorial.
My sister and I thank them for now taking care of this very special memorial.
There is a second memorial in the chapel at the back of what used to be Ford's, at South Stoneham Cemetery.
This one made by Ford workers,which is also a wonderful tribute to all 52 men killed that day -both memorials are worth visiting.
God Bless - sleep tight.
Helen Corben,nee Burnet.


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--Body of woman recovered from River Itchen near Winchester

THE body of a woman has been found in the River Itchen near Winchester .
Police said they recovered the @ @ @ @ @ from the river at about 5.30am on Tuesday August 18 .
A police spokesman said @ @ @ @ @ the case will be handed over to the coroner .
Her next of kin have @ @ @ @ @ not yet been named .

Police said they recovered the body of a 72-year-old woman from the river at about 5.30am on Tuesday August 18.
A police spokesman said the death was non-suspicious and the case will be handed over to the coroner.
Her next of kin have been informed. She has not yet been named.


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--Hampshire Police officers star in Channel 4 Crime and Punishment

AN investigation into a spate of burglaries that took place in Southampton and Eastleigh will be shown in a series @ @ @ @ @ are set to star in the Crime and Punishment on Channel 4 at 9pm tonight @ @ @ @ @ will be seen looking into burglaries where cars were stolen within the two Hampshire areas @ @ @ @ @ highlight a `` Southampton crime wave to serial offenders in Hampshire '' , and asks @ @ @ @ @ stop young people `` falling into a life of crime '' .
WATCH our dedicated @ @ @ @ @ investigate a series of burglaries that occurred across # Southampton and # Eastleigh where cars @ @ @ @ @ 9pm .
https : //t.co/DYdWvfPO93 — Hampshire Police ( @ HantsPolice ) August 20 , @

Hampshire police officers are set to star in the Crime and Punishment on Channel 4 at 9pm tonight (Thursday).
Officers will be seen looking into burglaries where cars were stolen within the two Hampshire areas.
The show aims to highlight a "Southampton crime wave to serial offenders in Hampshire", and asks the question of how to stop young people "falling into a life of crime".


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--Covid-19 rates in Southampton fall

Covid-19 rates in Southampton fall

THE coronavirus infection rate has fallen in Southampton , but risen in other parts of Hampshire .
The city saw @ @ @ @ @ cases for every 100,000 residents in the seven days to August 17 , down from @ @ @ @ @ But the latest figures released by Public Health England show that rates in Test Valley @ @ @ @ @ , from 0.8 before .
In Eastleigh , infection rates have increased from 1.5 to @ @ @ @ @ New Forest , from 1.7 to 3.3 .
In Fareham , rates also went up @ @ @ @ @ every 100,000 residents , from 1.7 the week before .
Coronavirus infection rates have risen @ @ @ @ @ to 3.3 , and up to 2.4 from 0.8 in Winchester .
New data is @ @ @ @ @ how rates of positive coronavirus tests are changing in each area .
The figures , @ @ @ @ @ August 17 , are based on tests carried out in laboratories and in the wider @ @

The city saw rates decrease to 4.0 new cases for every 100,000 residents in the seven days to August 17, down from 5.5 the previous week.
But the latest figures released by Public Health England show that rates in Test Valley have gone up to 6.3, from 0.8 before.
In Eastleigh, infection rates have increased from 1.5 to 6.0, and in the New Forest, from 1.7 to 3.3.
In Fareham, rates also went up, at 6.9 cases for every 100,000 residents, from 1.7 the week before.
Coronavirus infection rates have risen in Portsmouth, from 2.8 to 3.3, and up to 2.4 from 0.8 in Winchester.
New data is released each week and shows how rates of positive coronavirus tests are changing in each area.
The figures, for the seven days to August 17, are based on tests carried out in laboratories and in the wider community.


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--UK quarantine: New countries added to list - but Portugal removed

THREE new destinations have been added to the UK 's quarantine list , it has been announced - but those arriving from Portugal will no longer have to self-isolate .
Travellers arriving in the UK after 4am on Saturday from Croatia , Austria and Trinidad and Tobago will have to quarantine for 14 days , Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has confirmed this afternoon .
However , he added that Portugal had now been added to the 'travel corridor list ' , meaning passengers do not have to to self-isolate .
• Saints player 'tests positive for coronavirus ' after returning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ changes to countries included on the travel corridor list , Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said a range of factors were taken into account when the Joint Biosecurity Centre and ministers make their assessments .
They include : estimated prevalence of Covid-19 in a country ; the level and rate of change in the incidence of confirmed positive cases ; the extent of testing in a country , the testing regime and test positivity ; the extent to which cases can be accounted for by a contained outbreak as opposed to more general transmission @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ other relevant epidemiological information ” .
Mr Shapps , who had to quarantine for 14 days after a holiday in Spain , said : “ As with all air bridge countries , please be aware that things can change quickly .
“ Only travel if you are content to unexpectedly 14-day quarantine if required ( I speak from experience ! )
” Officials said the decision to add the three countries to the quarantine list was based on a “ significant change in both the level and pace of confirmed cases ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up to 60mph may 'disrupt power and travel ' in city The weekly incidence per 100,000 people for Croatia has increased from 10.4 on August 12 to 27.4 on August 19 – a 164 % increase .
In Trinidad and Tobago cases have increased over the past four weeks , with a sharp 232 % spike in the number of cases per 100,000 people between August 12 and 19 .
In Austria , the weekly number of cases per 100,000 of the population has increased from 10.5 on August 13 to 20.3 on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

Travellers arriving in the UK after 4am on Saturday from Croatia, Austria and Trinidad and Tobago will have to quarantine for 14 days, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has confirmed this afternoon.
However, he added that Portugal had now been added to the 'travel corridor list', meaning passengers do not have to to self-isolate.
Setting out the changes to countries included on the travel corridor list, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said a range of factors were taken into account when the Joint Biosecurity Centre and ministers make their assessments.
They include: estimated prevalence of Covid-19 in a country; the level and rate of change in the incidence of confirmed positive cases; the extent of testing in a country, the testing regime and test positivity; the extent to which cases can be accounted for by a contained outbreak as opposed to more general transmission in the community; government actions and “other relevant epidemiological information”.
Mr Shapps, who had to quarantine for 14 days after a holiday in Spain, said: “As with all air bridge countries, please be aware that things can change quickly.
“Only travel if you are content to unexpectedly 14-day quarantine if required (I speak from experience!)”
Officials said the decision to add the three countries to the quarantine list was based on a “significant change in both the level and pace of confirmed cases”.
The weekly incidence per 100,000 people for Croatia has increased from 10.4 on August 12 to 27.4 on August 19 – a 164% increase.
In Trinidad and Tobago cases have increased over the past four weeks, with a sharp 232% spike in the number of cases per 100,000 people between August 12 and 19.
In Austria, the weekly number of cases per 100,000 of the population has increased from 10.5 on August 13 to 20.3 on August 20, a 93% increase.


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--Storm Ellen: Southampton to be hit by strong winds tomorrow

STRONG winds are set to batter Southampton tomorrow , with experts warning of travel and power disruption for much of @ @ @ @ @ Office has given a yellow weather warning for the city as well as Hampshire from @ @ @ @ @ Storm Ellen is set to bring winds of up to 60mph .
On its website @ @ @ @ @ : “ Strong winds on Friday are expected to lead to some travel disruption and @ @ @ @ @ .
• Saints player 'tests positive for coronavirus ' after returning to UK after holiday @ @ @ @ @ to gradually ease during late afternoon and evening . ''
Experts added : `` Some @ @ @ @ @ , air and ferry transport are likely .
Probably some bus and train services affected @ @ @ @ @ longer . ''
The warning has been extended across the east and southeast of England @

The Met Office has given a yellow weather warning for the city as well as Hampshire from 4am to 6pm tomorrow as Storm Ellen is set to bring winds of up to 60mph.
On its website, the Met Office said: “Strong winds on Friday are expected to lead to some travel disruption and perhaps some temporary power disruption.
"Winds are then expected to gradually ease during late afternoon and evening."
Experts added: "Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely. Probably some bus and train services affected, with some journeys taking longer."
The warning has been extended across the east and southeast of England.


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--Fareham Nando's reopens for dine-ins

Fareham Nando's reopens for dine-ins

A HAMPSHIRE Nando 's branch is opening its doors to allow customers to dine in for the first time since lockdown .
Chicken-lovers at its Fareham restaurant , on Whiteley Way , can now enjoy the branch 's eat-in experience after five months of closures .
It comes as Nando ’ s is now reopening a further 83 of its restaurants for eat-in across the UK , bringing the total number up to 277 offering eat-in and over 350 offering delivery and online click and collect .
While Nando 's at Westquay Leisure has reopened for dining in , its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ eat-in , click and collect and delivery .
Southampton Guildhall and Eastleigh branches are still closed for dining in , but are allowing customers to make delivery and click and collect orders .
Each restaurant has implemented a virtual order and pay , reduced capacity and all food , drinks , cutlery , sauces and napkins to be brought to the table directly .
Nando 's will be offering reduced menu to help the restaurant team maintain social distance in the kitchen and food prep areas .
However the majority of Nando ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , halloumi and PERi chips will still be available .

Chicken-lovers at its Fareham restaurant, on Whiteley Way, can now enjoy the branch's eat-in experience after five months of closures.
It comes as Nando’s is now reopening a further 83 of its restaurants for eat-in across the UK, bringing the total number up to 277 offering eat-in and over 350 offering delivery and online click and collect.
While Nando's at Westquay Leisure has reopened for dining in, its Westquay Shopping branch still remains closed for eat-in, click and collect and delivery.
Southampton Guildhall and Eastleigh branches are still closed for dining in, but are allowing customers to make delivery and click and collect orders.
Each restaurant has implemented a virtual order and pay, reduced capacity and all food, drinks, cutlery, sauces and napkins to be brought to the table directly.
Nando's will be offering reduced menu to help the restaurant team maintain social distance in the kitchen and food prep areas.
However the majority of Nando’s favourites such as PERi-PERi chicken wings, halloumi and PERi chips will still be available.


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--Down with the kids — police car damaged by unruly bucks

POLICE have asked for witnesses to come forward after one of their cars was damaged yesterday ( Tuesday ) when @ @ @ @ @ the outskirts of Newport .
Returning to the vehicle , police were able to snap @ @ @ @ @ who had climbed on top of the automobile and shown little sign of fear when @ @ @ @ @ the scene to assist colleagues from the Royal Navy Explosives team after the discovery of @ @ @ @ @ second world war .
The cheeky bucks departed the scene shortly after police returned , @ @ @ @ @ and mug shots splashed across social media .

Returning to the vehicle, police were able to snap a photo of two kids who had climbed on top of the automobile and shown little sign of fear when approached.
Officers had attended the scene to assist colleagues from the Royal Navy Explosives team after the discovery of an unexploded mortar from the second world war .
The cheeky bucks departed the scene shortly after police returned, with their baaad behaviour noted and mug shots splashed across social media.


thedailyecho--2020-08-20--Hampshire police hunt for woman after Portsmouth man robbed

POLICE are hunting for this woman after a man was punched in the face and had his phone stolen in @ @ @ @ @ Constabulary says that the incident - which is being treated as an aggravated burglary - @ @ @ @ @ a man and a woman entered a property and the 39-year-old homeowner was assaulted .
@ @ @ @ @ Road in Portsmouth , was left with bruising to his face .
The woman who @ @ @ @ @ at the time was described as : • She was wearing a black skirt , @ @ @ @ @ coloured scarf , and large brown sunglasses .
Acting Detective Inspector Richard Gibson said : @ @ @ @ @ incident , and we have not received any similar reports in the area .
I @ @ @ @ @ will recognise the woman pictured , or saw her in the area at the time @ @ @ @ @ progress our enquiries ” .
Anyone with information can call 101 , quoting the reference @ @ @ @ @ can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

Hampshire Constabulary says that the incident - which is being treated as an aggravated burglary - happened on Monday, when a man and a woman entered a property and the 39-year-old homeowner was assaulted.
The victim of, Sultan Road in Portsmouth, was left with bruising to his face.
The woman who was seen in the area at the time was described as:
White.
Aged in her late twenties.
5ft tall.
Medium build.
She had long dark hair.
She was wearing a black skirt, red top, a cream coloured scarf, and large brown sunglasses.
Acting Detective Inspector Richard Gibson said: “This is an unusual incident, and we have not received any similar reports in the area. I’m hoping that someone will recognise the woman pictured, or saw her in the area at the time, to help us to progress our enquiries”.
Anyone with information can call 101, quoting the reference 44200314680.
Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-08-21--FULL DETAILS: Next phases of M271 roadwork closures revealed

THE next stages of works to improve Redbridge Roundabout are to start next week .
Highways England will begin the next phase on Monday , August 24 , with closures in place until September 6 .
The work is being untaken in a bid to improve journey times , reduce congestion and support local and strategic economic growth .
As reported Redbridge scheme comes after a six-month project to improve the nearby Millbrook Roundabout finished on April 7 .
The scheme , set to cost between £8.5 million and £15.5 million , will add an extra lane to ease congestion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the city centre and the port .
• Redbridge Roundabout works to begin in May What closures will be in place ?
• 8pm to 6am closure - Tuesday , September 1 to Friday , September 4 : Full closure M271 southbound at Juncton 1 including Junction 1 's entry slip road ; Full Closure northeast quadrant of Redbridge Roundabout ; Lane 2 closure of A33 westbound exit slip road ; Lane 1 closure M271 northbound .
What work is being done ?
• Free-flow lanes are to be added from the M271 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ footbridge will be installed • Signals that give buses priority are to be removed • Hundreds of new shrubs and trees to be planted • Roundabout to be resurfaced with new `` low-noise '' material What 's already been done ?
Teams have told the Daily Echo that following the last phase of works , this week they 've been able to reopen the northern subway for pedestrians .
As well as this they 've been working on the free flow lane into Southampton and various other pathways .

Highways England began the next phase this morning, with closures in place until September 6.
The work is being undertaken in a bid to improve journey times, reduce congestion and support local and strategic economic growth.
As reported Redbridge scheme comes after a six-month project to improve the nearby Millbrook Roundabout finished on April 7.
The scheme, set to cost between £8.5 million and £15.5 million, will add an extra lane to ease congestion for vehicles travelling from the motorway to the city centre and the port.
What closures will be in place?
24 hour closure - Monday, August 24 to Sunday, August 30: M271 southbound narrow lanes; A33 eastbound narrow lanes; Redbridge Roundabout inner ring closure; A33 slip road westbound exit lane closure.
- Monday, August 24 to Sunday, August 30: M271 southbound narrow lanes; A33 eastbound narrow lanes; Redbridge Roundabout inner ring closure; A33 slip road westbound exit lane closure. 8pm to 6am closure - Monday, August 24 to Thursday, August 27: Lane 1 closure M271 southbound; Full closure A33 eastbound entry slip road; Redbridge Roundabout outer ring closure; Lane 2 closure A33 eastbound exit slip road; Lane 2 closure A33 westbound exit slip road; M271 northbound Lane 1 closure.
- Monday, August 24 to Thursday, August 27: Lane 1 closure M271 southbound; Full closure A33 eastbound entry slip road; Redbridge Roundabout outer ring closure; Lane 2 closure A33 eastbound exit slip road; Lane 2 closure A33 westbound exit slip road; M271 northbound Lane 1 closure. 24 hour closure - Monday, August 31 to Sunday, September 6: M271 southbound narrow lanes; A33 eastbound narrow lanes; Redbridge Roundabout inner ring closure; A33 slip road westbound exit lane closure.
- Monday, August 31 to Sunday, September 6: M271 southbound narrow lanes; A33 eastbound narrow lanes; Redbridge Roundabout inner ring closure; A33 slip road westbound exit lane closure. 8pm to 6am closure - Tuesday, September 1 to Friday, September 4: Full closure M271 southbound at Juncton 1 including Junction 1's entry slip road; Full Closure northeast quadrant of Redbridge Roundabout; Lane 2 closure of A33 westbound exit slip road; Lane 1 closure M271 northbound.
What work is being done?
Free-flow lanes are to be added from the M271 Southampton towards the port
Shared paths to be improved
A new footbridge will be installed
Signals that give buses priority are to be removed
Widening the Roundabout
Hundreds of new shrubs and trees to be planted
Roundabout to be resurfaced with new "low-noise" material
What's already been done?
Teams have told the Daily Echo that following the last phase of works, this week they've been able to reopen the northern subway for pedestrians.
The northern subway
As well as this they've been working on the free flow lane into Southampton and various other pathways.


thedailyecho--2020-08-21--Tribute to Totton cyclist found at Old Harry Rocks

Tribute has been paid to a Hampshire cyclist who went missing after he failed to return home from a bike ride .
Martin Turner went missing after leaving his home in Totton to go for a ride on Saturday morning .
A police search was launched for the 54-year-old and fellow cyclists joined the hunt to find him .
But a body was found by police near Dorset 's Old Harry Rocks on Sunday .
Now tribute has been paid to Mr Turner from his cycling club , Nieuw Boss cycling club , meaning New Forest in Flemish .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ soul '' of the club and last year was chairman .
Member Gareth Forman said Mr Turner would organise events and races for members .
• Death of Totton cyclist not suspicious say police In a Facebook post Mr Foreman , from Southampton , said : `` Martin was the heart and soul of the club and was one of the founders of the club .
`` The club was born from a handful of friends who rode throughout the winter in all weathers .
`` Martin especially liked testing and inclement weather @ @ @ @ @ @ @ resolve of a cyclist !
`` Martin went onto organise many events including organising local races , club rides and annual events to the Sprint Classics in Europe .
`` He especially had a fondness for Belgium as this is the epicentre for cycling sport and also has terrible weather in the winter , which again Martin relished riding in .
`` Martin officially became chairman in late 2019 but was considered to be the person who we all looked too in terms of the running and organisation of the club throughout the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` The ethos and culture of the club is an extension of the encouraging and supportive nature that Martin displayed .
`` Offering a rare and balanced approach to being competitive on the bike but also glad to see others improve in miles covered or developing a passion for the sport of cycling . ''
A spokesperson for Dorset Police said : `` We can confirm the death is being treated as non-suspicious and we are carrying out enquiries on behalf of the coroner . ''

Martin Turner went missing after leaving his home in Totton to go for a ride on Saturday morning.
A police search was launched for the 54-year-old and fellow cyclists joined the hunt to find him.
But a body was found by police near Dorset's Old Harry Rocks on Sunday.
Now tribute has been paid to Mr Turner from his cycling club, Nieuw Boss cycling club, meaning New Forest in Flemish.
He was described as the "heart and soul" of the club and last year was chairman.
Member Gareth Forman said Mr Turner would organise events and races for members.
In a Facebook post Mr Foreman, from Southampton, said: "Martin was the heart and soul of the club and was one of the founders of the club.
"The club was born from a handful of friends who rode throughout the winter in all weathers.
"Martin especially liked testing and inclement weather as this he considered to strengthen the resolve of a cyclist!
"Martin went onto organise many events including organising local races, club rides and annual events to the Sprint Classics in Europe.
"He especially had a fondness for Belgium as this is the epicentre for cycling sport and also has terrible weather in the winter, which again Martin relished riding in.
"Martin officially became chairman in late 2019 but was considered to be the person who we all looked too in terms of the running and organisation of the club throughout the years of the club's existence.
"The ethos and culture of the club is an extension of the encouraging and supportive nature that Martin displayed.
"Offering a rare and balanced approach to being competitive on the bike but also glad to see others improve in miles covered or developing a passion for the sport of cycling."
A spokesperson for Dorset Police said: "We can confirm the death is being treated as non-suspicious and we are carrying out enquiries on behalf of the coroner."


thedailyecho--2020-08-21--Storm Ellen brings down tree on Southampton road

A LARGE tree fell and blocked a Southampton road earlier today as Storm Ellen batters the city .
The incident @ @ @ @ @ Bevois Valley Road and Thomas Lewis Way at about 10.15am .
The road was blocked @ @ @ @ @ worked to remove the tree .
It has now reopened

The incident happened at the junction of Bevois Valley Road and Thomas Lewis Way at about 10.15am.
More trees are being taken down as a precaution as #StormEllen batters the city pic.twitter.com/4eQAHdNY8y — Will Rimell (@Will_Rimell) August 21, 2020
The road was blocked in both directions as engineers worked to remove the tree.
It has now reopened


thedailyecho--2020-08-21--Storm Ellen set to batter Southampton

Storm Ellen set to batter Southampton

Travel and power disruptions are expected across much of the county today , say experts .
In Southampton , the @ @ @ @ @ delays and cancellations .
There is limited availability on the vehicle ferry and travellers are @ @ @ @ @ travelling , according to operator Red Funnel .
Strong winds of up to 60mph will @ @ @ @ @ afternoon as Storm Ellen hits the south of the country .
On its website , @ @ @ @ @ “ Strong winds on Friday are expected to lead to some travel disruption and perhaps @ @ @ @ @ `` Winds are then expected to gradually ease during late afternoon and evening . ''
@ @ @ @ @ delays to road , rail , air and ferry transport are likely .
Probably some @ @ @ @ @ , with some journeys taking longer . ''
The warning has been extended across the @ @ @ @ @ .

Travel and power disruptions are expected across much of the county today, say experts.
In Southampton, the Red Jet ferry service faces delays and cancellations.
There is limited availability on the vehicle ferry and travellers are urged to check times before travelling, according to operator Red Funnel.
Strong winds of up to 60mph will sweep across Hampshire until this afternoon as Storm Ellen hits the south of the country.
On its website, the Met Office said: “Strong winds on Friday are expected to lead to some travel disruption and perhaps some temporary power disruption.
"Winds are then expected to gradually ease during late afternoon and evening."
Experts added: "Some delays to road, rail, air and ferry transport are likely. Probably some bus and train services affected, with some journeys taking longer."
The warning has been extended across the east and southeast of England.


thedailyecho--2020-08-21--Sentences of Pc Andrew Harper killers referred Appeal Court

The Attorney General has referred the sentences of Pc Andrew Harper ’ s killers to the Court of Appeal under the Unduly Lenient Sentence scheme .
Henry Long , 19 , was jailed for 16 years and 18-year-olds Albert Bowers and Jessie Cole were each sentenced to 13 years in prison for the manslaughter of the Thames Valley Police officer .
Suella Braverman , who is the Conservative MP for Fareham , said : “ This was a horrific crime which resulted in the death of a much-respected police officer while he was on-duty , protecting his community .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shocking case , I have decided to refer the sentences of Pc Andrew Harper ’ s killers to the Court of Appeal .
“ Attacks made against emergency workers will not be tolerated and offenders should be punished with the greatest severity for such heinous crimes.
” Bowers and Cole this week lodged applications with the Court of Appeal seeking permission to challenge their convictions and their 13-year jail sentences .
After the sentences of her son ’ s killers were referred to the Court of Appeal by the Attorney General , Pc @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told the PA news agency : “ I ’ m pleased to see that the Attorney General Suella Braverman has taken the important step of referring the sentences to the Court of Appeal under the Unduly Lenient Sentence scheme .
“ My family and I know that the whole nation stands with us in outrage at the sentences handed down to my son ’ s killers .
“ We can only hope that a fairer outcome is reached by the Court of Appeal to deliver the justice that Andrew deserves .
“ As @ @ @ @ @ @ @ until our blue light heroes are safer as they step out each and every day to protect us as a society .
”

Henry Long, 19, was jailed for 16 years and 18-year-olds Albert Bowers and Jessie Cole were each sentenced to 13 years in prison for the manslaughter of the Thames Valley Police officer.
Suella Braverman, who is the Conservative MP for Fareham, said: “This was a horrific crime which resulted in the death of a much-respected police officer while he was on-duty, protecting his community.
“Having personally considered the details of this shocking case, I have decided to refer the sentences of Pc Andrew Harper’s killers to the Court of Appeal.
Suella Braverman, pictured above.
“Attacks made against emergency workers will not be tolerated and offenders should be punished with the greatest severity for such heinous crimes.”
Bowers and Cole this week lodged applications with the Court of Appeal seeking permission to challenge their convictions and their 13-year jail sentences.
After the sentences of her son’s killers were referred to the Court of Appeal by the Attorney General, Pc Andrew Harper’s mother Debbie Adlam told the PA news agency: “I’m pleased to see that the Attorney General Suella Braverman has taken the important step of referring the sentences to the Court of Appeal under the Unduly Lenient Sentence scheme.
“My family and I know that the whole nation stands with us in outrage at the sentences handed down to my son’s killers.
“We can only hope that a fairer outcome is reached by the Court of Appeal to deliver the justice that Andrew deserves.
“As a family we will not stop campaigning until our blue light heroes are safer as they step out each and every day to protect us as a society.”


thedailyecho--2020-08-21--MP Julian Lewis demands 'enhanced police presence' at Hatchet Pond.

POLICE are being urged to step up patrols to deal with `` grossly unacceptable '' conduct at a Hampshire beauty spot .
Julian Lewis , MP for New Forest East , says tougher action is needed to tackle the `` loutish and dangerous '' behaviour seen at Hatchet Pond , near Beaulieu , over the summer .
In a letter to the New Forest National Park Authority ( NPA ) Dr Lewis says steps must be taken to prevent rule-breaking `` becoming the norm '' .
It follows reports that families flocking to the environmentally-sensitive pond have been flouting the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as going paddle-boarding .
Dr Lewis has written to the NPA 's chief executive , Alison Barnes .
His letter says : `` I fully appreciate that we are living in exceptional times and that the National Park Authority and Forestry England can reasonably claim that they could not have been predicted .
`` Yet I am sure you would agree that some system must be found soon ( to ) rigorously enforce the rules , regulations and bylaws which are supposed to apply in the Forest . ''
Dr Lewis calls for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` to support the NPA during this crisis period '' .
He adds : `` No-one is suggesting any form of blanket police presence .
All that is required is a small unit making targeted interventions to prevent rule-breaking and bad behaviour from becoming the norm .
`` Word will quickly spread as soon as it becomes known that an example has been made with loutish , dangerous and anti-social behaviour .
• Visitors 'must treat the New Forest with respect' '' I do hope you will engage seriously with the police and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the statutory duties laid upon the NPA are firmly guaranteed and discharged . ''
A police spokesman said : `` We are aware of reports of anti-social behaviour at Hatchet Pond in recent months .
`` Our officers have continued to patrol the area as part of our routine patrols .
`` We will retain a high-visibility in the area as part of our patrols in order to deter any anti-social behaviour and to identify any offenders .
`` We will be working with Forestry England and engaging with the rangers at Hatchet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ further anti-social behaviour in the area . ''
NPA executive director Steve Avery added : `` As lockdown has eased the New Forest , like many other outdoor spaces , has experienced unprecedented pressure and a considerable rise in anti-social behaviour .
`` We and Forestry England continue to have joint ranger patrols over the summer and to actively patrol Hatchet Pond , particularly during warm weather .
`` We welcome Dr Lewis ’ s offer to help secure additional police support and are in active discussions with the police about opportunities for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the remaining school holiday period . ''

Julian Lewis, MP for New Forest East, says tougher action is needed to tackle the "loutish and dangerous" behaviour seen at Hatchet Pond, near Beaulieu, over the summer.
In a letter to the New Forest National Park Authority (NPA) Dr Lewis says steps must be taken to prevent rule-breaking "becoming the norm".
It follows reports that families flocking to the environmentally-sensitive pond have been flouting the ban on swimming and barbecues as well as going paddle-boarding.
Dr Lewis has written to the NPA's chief executive, Alison Barnes.
His letter says: "I fully appreciate that we are living in exceptional times and that the National Park Authority and Forestry England can reasonably claim that they could not have been predicted.
"Yet I am sure you would agree that some system must be found soon (to) rigorously enforce the rules, regulations and bylaws which are supposed to apply in the Forest."
Dr Lewis calls for an enhanced police presence at Hatchet Pond "to support the NPA during this crisis period".
He adds: "No-one is suggesting any form of blanket police presence. All that is required is a small unit making targeted interventions to prevent rule-breaking and bad behaviour from becoming the norm.
"Word will quickly spread as soon as it becomes known that an example has been made with loutish, dangerous and anti-social behaviour.
"I do hope you will engage seriously with the police and come up with this scheme to ensure the statutory duties laid upon the NPA are firmly guaranteed and discharged."
A police spokesman said: "We are aware of reports of anti-social behaviour at Hatchet Pond in recent months.
"Our officers have continued to patrol the area as part of our routine patrols.
"We will retain a high-visibility in the area as part of our patrols in order to deter any anti-social behaviour and to identify any offenders.
"We will be working with Forestry England and engaging with the rangers at Hatchet Pond to reduce the impact of any further anti-social behaviour in the area."
NPA executive director Steve Avery added: "As lockdown has eased the New Forest, like many other outdoor spaces, has experienced unprecedented pressure and a considerable rise in anti-social behaviour.
"We and Forestry England continue to have joint ranger patrols over the summer and to actively patrol Hatchet Pond, particularly during warm weather.
"We welcome Dr Lewis’s offer to help secure additional police support and are in active discussions with the police about opportunities for joint patrols in some of the hotspots for the remaining school holiday period."


thedailyecho--2020-08-21--Police arrest 13-year-old boy during latest crackdown on moped-related crime

POLICE arrested a 13-year-old boy during the latest crackdown on moped-related crime in Southampton .
The boy was detained by officers investigating reports that a stolen moped was being ridden in Mansel Park , Millbrook , scene of several previous incidents .
Police say the vehicle was returned to its owner following an operation carried out in Millbrook and Coxford .
It comes just days after a delivery driver was assaulted by a gang of youths when he tried to recover his stolen moped .
As reported in the Daily Echo the 23-year-old victim parked his moped on Evenlode Road @ @ @ @ @ @ @ discover it had been taken .
He found the moped in Mansel Park and was assaulted by a group around 15 youths when he attempted to take it back .
Locals went to his rescue and the group ran off toward Kendal Avenue .
Last weekend police received several reports that tools in vans parked in Coxford , Redbridge and Shirley had been stolen by youths on mopeds .
In a message posted on social media Southampton West Neighbourhood Team said they were doing everything they could to tackle moped-related crime .
They @ @ @ @ @ @ @ concerned about crimes in the area , specifically relating to anti-social use of mopeds , moped theft and how those riding these bikes may be involved in other crimes .
`` We listen to you , we read your reports .
`` Last night we arrested a 13-year-old boy on suspicion of theft following a report that a stolen moped was being ridden in Mansel Park . ''
Police said they also recovered another stolen moped that was being ridden dangerously in Coxford .
They added : `` We know how it affects @ @ @ @ @ @ @ having to endure anti-social behaviour , or theft – and we are doing everything we can to reduce the issue .
When we have units available to take action we will .
`` We rely on you to let us know about these incidents.Tell us who is involved or tell us when and where it is happening .
`` Although we don ’ t respond to every call that ’ s because we are committed elsewhere , often dealing with serious violence , domestic abuse , serious sexual offences .
`` But this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ where we can .
`` We do this job to make communities safer and we are doing everything we can with the time we have to achieve that for you .
`` This is just one evening , but we ’ re planning on continuing with this to reduce the issue further with your help .
We will always listen to you and we hope this shows you that we do . ''

The boy was detained by officers investigating reports that a stolen moped was being ridden in Mansel Park, Millbrook, scene of several previous incidents.
Police say the vehicle was returned to its owner following an operation carried out in Millbrook and Coxford.
It comes just days after a delivery driver was assaulted by a gang of youths when he tried to recover his stolen moped.
As reported in the Daily Echo the 23-year-old victim parked his moped on Evenlode Road and returned a short time later to discover it had been taken.
He found the moped in Mansel Park and was assaulted by a group around 15 youths when he attempted to take it back.
Locals went to his rescue and the group ran off toward Kendal Avenue.
Last weekend police received several reports that tools in vans parked in Coxford, Redbridge and Shirley had been stolen by youths on mopeds.
In a message posted on social media Southampton West Neighbourhood Team said they were doing everything they could to tackle moped-related crime.
They said: "We know you are concerned about crimes in the area, specifically relating to anti-social use of mopeds, moped theft and how those riding these bikes may be involved in other crimes.
"We listen to you, we read your reports.
"Last night we arrested a 13-year-old boy on suspicion of theft following a report that a stolen moped was being ridden in Mansel Park."
Police said they also recovered another stolen moped that was being ridden dangerously in Coxford.
They added: "We know how it affects people’s lives - whether through having to endure anti-social behaviour, or theft – and we are doing everything we can to reduce the issue. When we have units available to take action we will.
"We rely on you to let us know about these incidents.Tell us who is involved or tell us when and where it is happening.
"Although we don’t respond to every call that’s because we are committed elsewhere, often dealing with serious violence, domestic abuse, serious sexual offences.
"But this issue also matters and we will respond where we can.
"We do this job to make communities safer and we are doing everything we can with the time we have to achieve that for you.
"This is just one evening, but we’re planning on continuing with this to reduce the issue further with your help. We will always listen to you and we hope this shows you that we do."


thedailyecho--2020-08-21--Covid-19 rates in Southampton fall

Covid-19 rates in Southampton fall


thedailyecho--2020-08-21--Roads in Bedford Place in Southampton closed from today

A TRIAL to pedestrianise an area of Southampton is set to starts today .
Roads around Bedford Place will be closed to traffic from this morning as part of a scheme aimed at supporting social distancing and boosting the local economy .
Temporary road closures will be implemented along Bedford Place from Henstead Road to Carlton Place ; along Carlton Place from Bedford Place to Southampton Street ; along Lower Banister Street from Carlton Place to opposite the Popworld establishment .
Two-way traffic will be permitted along the lower half of Lower Banister Street while these closures are in place @ @ @ @ @ @ @ temporarily be in place along Winchester Street from Carlton Place to Salisbury Street on Fridays from 11pm to midnight and on Saturdays from midnight to 3am and from 11pm to midnight .
Two-way traffic will be permitted along Waterloo Terrace while these closures are in place .
A mixture of planters and concrete bollards will be used to implement the new measures .
The scheme was unveiled by Southampton City Council last week as part of the authority ’ s Green Transport Recovery Plan .
According to the council , on street car @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Street ) and on Lower Banister Street ( outside Popworld ) will be suspended .
However , other car parking in the area will be available such as the on street parking on Upper Bannister Street , the off street car parks at Amoy Street , Bedford Place Multi Storey off Lower Banister Street , and Amoy Street car park .
Meanwhile , residents living in the Polygon area including Canton Street and Henstead Road will still be able to access their properties and diversions will be via Carlton Crescent .
The council @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the public will be consulted while the measures are trialled .
The trial could last up to 18 months but at any time during the trial the council is able to modify or remove the scheme , the authority said .
As reported last week , the move has been welcomed by local councillors and the business community .
To have your say on the Bedford Place scheme write to the Highways Legal Team at Southampton City Council , Civic Centre , Southampton , SO14 7LY or email Traffic.Orders.Legal @ southampton.gov.uk .

Roads around Bedford Place will be closed to traffic from this morning as part of a scheme aimed at supporting social distancing and boosting the local economy.
Temporary road closures will be implemented along Bedford Place from Henstead Road to Carlton Place; along Carlton Place from Bedford Place to Southampton Street; along Lower Banister Street from Carlton Place to opposite the Popworld establishment.
Two-way traffic will be permitted along the lower half of Lower Banister Street while these closures are in place.
A timed road closure will also temporarily be in place along Winchester Street from Carlton Place to Salisbury Street on Fridays from 11pm to midnight and on Saturdays from midnight to 3am and from 11pm to midnight.
Two-way traffic will be permitted along Waterloo Terrace while these closures are in place.
A mixture of planters and concrete bollards will be used to implement the new measures.
The scheme was unveiled by Southampton City Council last week as part of the authority’s Green Transport Recovery Plan.
According to the council, on street car parking along Carlton Place (near Southampton Street) and on Lower Banister Street (outside Popworld) will be suspended.
However, other car parking in the area will be available such as the on street parking on Upper Bannister Street, the off street car parks at Amoy Street, Bedford Place Multi Storey off Lower Banister Street, and Amoy Street car park.
Meanwhile, residents living in the Polygon area including Canton Street and Henstead Road will still be able to access their properties and diversions will be via Carlton Crescent.
The council stressed that the scheme is temporary and the public will be consulted while the measures are trialled.
The trial could last up to 18 months but at any time during the trial the council is able to modify or remove the scheme, the authority said.
As reported last week, the move has been welcomed by local councillors and the business community.
To have your say on the Bedford Place scheme write to the Highways Legal Team at Southampton City Council, Civic Centre, Southampton, SO14 7LY or email Traffic.Orders.Legal@southampton.gov.uk.