thedailyecho--2020-12-12--Asda, Aldi, Lidl Morrisons, Tesco, Waitrose, Sainsbury's, Co-op urgently recall these items

Supermarket chains including the likes of Tesco Asda , Morrisons , Aldi , Lidl , Co-op , Sainsbury 's , Iceland and Waitrose have urgently recalled a number of items .
We 've rounded up the latest products to be recalled .
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below , return them to the place of purchase to get a refund .
Lakeland is recalling Flower & White , Bake On Strong White Bread Flour because it contains wheat ( gluten ) .
A limited batch of this product was mislabelled as gluten free on the rear @ @ @ @ @ @ @ product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten .
• Best before - 01 May 2021 & 01 June 2021 Nestlé is voluntarily recalling one batch of its Nescafé Shakissimo Espresso Latte drink concerns it could be contaminated with hydrogen peroxide .
The product being recalled is the Nescafé Shakissimo Espresso Latte , pack size 190ml , with a use by date of 26 January 2021 .
Happy Hounds Wales Ltd is taking the precautionary step of recalling a number of raw dog food @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Customers who bought the affected products through the delivery service will be contacted .
No other batch numbers are affected by this product recall .
Check if you have bought the affected batch of the Beef Products detailed above with the corresponding batch number and Return the products to happy hounds or shop for a full refund .
Beef Kidney 1kg Batch 962 Lamb and Beef 1kg sleeve Batch 962-966 chicken and beef 1kg sleeve Batch 1344-962 diced heart 1.5kg batch 962 whole heart batch 962 .
Various roasted coffee beans covered in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they contain almonds ( nuts ) which are not mentioned on the label .
The affected products have been sold by a number of small retailers .
A list of retailers and the products affected by this recall can be found in the attached consumer notice .
A full list of retailers selling the pruducts affected can be found here .
Asda have recalled a single date code of Plant Based Loaded Potato Skins because the product contains milk which is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents .
The product has passed its ‘ use by ’ date , however it is suitable for home freezing .
Tesco has recalled its 16 Spicy Chorizo Slices 80g because the product contains Listeria monocytogenes .
Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature , muscle ache or pain , chills , feeling or being sick and diarrhoea .
Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections , including those over 65 years of age , pregnant women and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one month old and people with weakened immune systems .
Diageo Great Britain have recalled Guinness Draught 0.0 % , ( non-alcoholic ) , due to the possible presence of mould in the products .
Nutricia is recalling Aptamil Multigrain Banana and Berry Cereal 7+ months because it may contain small pieces of blue plastic .
The presence of plastic makes the product unsafe to eat .
Lidl GB is recalling What ’ s Cooking ?
Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach because a packaging error has occurred .
Some packets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with Pasta and Spinach may contain chicken and mushroom pasta which contains milk not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents .
• Name : What ’ s Cooking ?
Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach Iceland have recalled Twix Barres Glacées ( Twix Ice-Cream Bars ) because they contain milk , wheat ( gluten ) and soya which are not mentioned in English on the label .
They may contain almonds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds or hazelnuts , nuts , and/or peanuts , and/or soya , and/or an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten and milk or milk constituents .
Waitrose & Partners have recalled Waitrose Duchy Organic Cypriot Halloumi because it contains milk which is not mentioned in English on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents .
• Best before : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recalled their frozen by Sainsbury ’ s Cooked Mussels because Salmonella has been found in some of the products in this batch .
Lidl GB is recalling Simply Mature White Cheddar as it may contain pieces of plastic .
The possible presence of plastic makes this product unsafe to eat .
Waitrose & Partners is recalling Waitrose No.1 Dominican Republic Milk Chocolate 49 % because some products contain almonds , hazelnuts ( nuts ) and soya which are not mentioned on the label .
Due to a packaging error , some products contain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds , hazelnuts ( nuts ) and/or soya .
Lidl GB is recalling Cologran Stevia sweetener tablets ( Stevia variant ) because aspartame , ( E951 ) is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk to sufferers of phenylketonuria ( PKU ) .
Aldi have recalled Roosters Southern Fried Poppin ’ Chicken and Roosters Breaded Poppin ' Chicken due to salmonella concerns .
• Best before : May 25 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 25 , 2022 Waitrose & Partners are recalling their Easy to Cook Pork and Chorizo Burgers because they contain egg which is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg .
• Name : Waitrose & Partners Easy to Cook Pork and Chorizo Burgers • Use by : All date codes Stockley ’ s is recalling Fruit Sherbets because they contain milk which is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or intolerance to milk or milk constituents .
The affected product was only sold in Iceland stores .
• Best before : February 2022 and March 2022 JK Foods ( UK ) is recalling Tiger Tiger Spicy Pad Thai Paste because it contains peanuts which is not correctly emphasised on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts .
Uncle Roy ’ s Ltd is recalling because it contains mustard which is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with an allergy to mustard .
• Best before/end date : All dates up to and including the end of June 2022 Van der Meulen is recalling Melba Thins Original because they contain egg which is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg .
Country Products Ltd is recalling Snak Shed Milk Chocolate Coated Jumbo Raisins because they contain peanuts which are not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ peanuts .

We've rounded up the latest products to be recalled.
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below, return them to the place of purchase to get a refund.
Flower & White, Bake On Strong White Bread Flour
Lakeland is recalling Flower & White, Bake On Strong White Bread Flour because it contains wheat (gluten). A limited batch of this product was mislabelled as gluten free on the rear of the packet. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten.
Product details:
Pack size - 1.5kg
- 1.5kg Best before - 01 May 2021 & 01 June 2021
- 01 May 2021 & 01 June 2021 Allergens - Gluten (wheat)
Nescafé Shakissimo Espresso Latte drink
Nestlé is voluntarily recalling one batch of its Nescafé Shakissimo Espresso Latte drink concerns it could be contaminated with hydrogen peroxide.
The product being recalled is the Nescafé Shakissimo Espresso Latte, pack size 190ml, with a use by date of 26 January 2021.
Frozen raw dog food
Happy Hounds Wales Ltd is taking the precautionary step of recalling a number of raw dog food products because they may contain salmonella.
Customers who bought the affected products through the delivery service will be contacted. No other batch numbers are affected by this product recall.
Check if you have bought the affected batch of the Beef Products detailed above with the corresponding batch number and Return the products to happy hounds or shop for a full refund.
Beef Kidney 1kg Batch 962 Lamb and Beef 1kg sleeve Batch 962-966 chicken and beef 1kg sleeve Batch 1344-962 diced heart 1.5kg batch 962 whole heart batch 962.
Various roasted coffee beans
Various roasted coffee beans covered in dark chocolate products have been recalled because they contain almonds (nuts) which are not mentioned on the label.
The affected products have been sold by a number of small retailers. A list of retailers and the products affected by this recall can be found in the attached consumer notice.
A full list of retailers selling the pruducts affected can be found here.
Plant Based Loaded Potato Skins
Asda have recalled a single date code of Plant Based Loaded Potato Skins because the product contains milk which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents. The product has passed its ‘use by’ date, however it is suitable for home freezing.
Product details:
Name: Asda Plant Based Loaded Potato Skins
Pack size: 262g
Use by: November 12, 2020
Allergens: Milk
16 Spicy Chorizo Slices
Tesco has recalled its 16 Spicy Chorizo Slices 80g because the product contains Listeria monocytogenes.
Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea.
Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.
Product details:
Name: Tesco 16 Spicy Chorizo Slices
Pack size: 80g
Use by: December 19, 2020
Non-alcoholic Guinness Draught 0.0%
Diageo Great Britain have recalled Guinness Draught 0.0%, (non-alcoholic), due to the possible presence of mould in the products.
Product details:
Name: Guinness Draught 0.0%
Pack size: 440ml Can 6x4 pk
Best before: 09 August 2021, 17 August 2021, 24 August 2021
Aptamil Multigrain Banana and Berry Cereal 7+ months
Nutricia is recalling Aptamil Multigrain Banana and Berry Cereal 7+ months because it may contain small pieces of blue plastic. The presence of plastic makes the product unsafe to eat.
Product details:
Name: Aptamil Multigrain Banana and Berry cereal 7+ months
Pack size: 200g
Best before: 07 July 2021
What’s Cooking? Lighter for You Meatballs
Lidl GB is recalling What’s Cooking? Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach because a packaging error has occurred.
Some packets labelled as ‘Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach may contain chicken and mushroom pasta which contains milk not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
Product details:
Name: What’s Cooking? Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach
Pack size: 550g
Best before: 05 January 2022
Allergens: Milk
Twix Ice-Cream Bars
Iceland have recalled Twix Barres Glacées (Twix Ice-Cream Bars) because they contain milk, wheat (gluten) and soya which are not mentioned in English on the label.
They may contain almonds and hazelnuts (nuts) and peanuts. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds or hazelnuts, nuts, and/or peanuts, and/or soya, and/or an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten and milk or milk constituents.
Product details:
Product name: Twix Barres Glacées (Twix Ice-Cream Bars)
Pack size: 18
Best before: June 30, 2021
Allergens: Gluten (wheat), Milk, Nuts (almond, hazelnut), Peanuts, Soya
Organic Cypriot Halloumi
Waitrose & Partners have recalled Waitrose Duchy Organic Cypriot Halloumi because it contains milk which is not mentioned in English on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
Product details:
Name: Waitrose Duchy Organic Cypriot Halloumi
Pack size: 225g
Batch code: BIO B0530A-3 CY0063
Best before: 31 May 2021
Allergens: Milk
Cooked Mussels
Sainsbury’s have recalled their frozen by Sainsbury’s Cooked Mussels because Salmonella has been found in some of the products in this batch.
Product details:
Name: by Sainsbury’s Cooked Mussels (frozen)
Pack size: 300g
Batch code: 2653152
Best before: 08 September 2021
Simply Mature White Cheddar
Lidl GB is recalling Simply Mature White Cheddar as it may contain pieces of plastic. The possible presence of plastic makes this product unsafe to eat.
Product details:
Name: Simply Mature White Cheddar
Pack size: 900g
Best before: December 26, 2020
Milk Chocolate
Waitrose & Partners is recalling Waitrose No.1 Dominican Republic Milk Chocolate 49% because some products contain almonds, hazelnuts (nuts) and soya which are not mentioned on the label.
Due to a packaging error, some products contain Waitrose No.1 Orange & Almond Chocolate instead.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds, hazelnuts (nuts) and/or soya.
Product details:
Name: Waitrose No.1 Dominican Republic Milk Chocolate 49%
Batch code: 0259
Best before/end: November 2021
Allergens: Nuts (almond, hazelnut), Soya
Cologran Stevia sweetener tablets
Lidl GB is recalling Cologran Stevia sweetener tablets (Stevia variant) because aspartame, (E951) is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk to sufferers of phenylketonuria (PKU).
Product details:
Name: Cologran Stevia sweetener tablets
Pack size: 100 tablets
Batch code: L 91424 C
Best before/end date: December 2022
Roosters Southern Fried Poppin’ Chicken and Roosters Breaded Poppin' Chicken
Aldi have recalled Roosters Southern Fried Poppin’ Chicken and Roosters Breaded Poppin' Chicken due to salmonella concerns.
Product details:
Name: Roosters Southern Fried Poppin’ Chicken
Pack size: 210g
Batch code: L15320, L14720, L14820, L14920, L15020, L15120, L16020
Best before: May 25, 2022
Name: Roosters Breaded Poppin' Chicken
Pack size: 210g
Batch code: L15320, L14720, L14820, L14920, L15020, L15120, L16020
Best before: May 25, 2022
Pork and Chorizo Burgers
Waitrose & Partners are recalling their Easy to Cook Pork and Chorizo Burgers because they contain egg which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg.
Product details:
Name: Waitrose & Partners Easy to Cook Pork and Chorizo Burgers
Pack size: 280g
Use by: All date codes
Allergens: Egg
Stockley’s recalls Fruit Sherbets
Stockley’s is recalling Fruit Sherbets because they contain milk which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
The affected product was only sold in Iceland stores.
Product details:
Name: Stockley’s Fruit Sherbets
Pack size: 250g
Batch code: 0255
Best before: February 2022 and March 2022
Allergens: Milk
Tiger Tiger Spicy Pad Thai Paste
JK Foods (UK) is recalling Tiger Tiger Spicy Pad Thai Paste because it contains peanuts which is not correctly emphasised on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
Uncle Roy’s recalls Rabbie's Super Horseradish
Uncle Roy’s Ltd is recalling because it contains mustard which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to mustard.
Product details:
Name: Rabbie's Super Horseradish
Pack size: 190g/6.7oz
Batch code: 126187, 126621, 127425, 127426, 128255, 128972, 128973, 130324, 130325, 130511, 131592
Best before/end date: All dates up to and including the end of June 2022
Allergens: Mustard
Van der Meulen recalls Melba Thins Original
Van der Meulen is recalling Melba Thins Original because they contain egg which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg.
Product details:
Name: Van der Meulen Melba Thins Original
Pack size: 100g
Best before: April 30, 2021
Allergens: Egg
Country Products recalls Snak Shed Milk Chocolate Coated Jumbo Raisins
Country Products Ltd is recalling Snak Shed Milk Chocolate Coated Jumbo Raisins because they contain peanuts which are not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.


thedailyecho--2020-12-12--New play area opens at Itchen Valley Country Park

A new play area has opened in a Hampshire country park .
Based at Itchen Valley Country Park , the @ @ @ @ @ designed and built over the past few months .
Funded by Eastleigh Borough Council , @ @ @ @ @ of equipment is designed to `` help children learn about the natural world through play @ @ @ @ @ play ideas for parents to try out with their children .
The equipment was made @ @ @ @ @ surrounding woodland and recycled materials , such as an old benches and pallets .
The @ @ @ @ @ through Tesco ’ s bags of help scheme .
Eastleigh Borough Council member Cynthia Garton @ @ @ @ @ parks team have done a fantastic job in creating this wonderful new play area .
@ @ @ @ @ important for children ’ s development that they play outside and interact with nature .
@ @ @ @ @ them to do exactly that and we can ’ t wait to see local children @ @ @ @

Based at Itchen Valley Country Park, the Wood Larks Play Area was designed and built over the past few months.
The play area features a bird spotting hide, woodland shop, mud kitchen, sorting machine and measuring stick.
Funded by Eastleigh Borough Council, it says that each piece of equipment is designed to "help children learn about the natural world through play". There are also play ideas for parents to try out with their children.
The equipment was made using natural materials from the surrounding woodland and recycled materials, such as an old benches and pallets.
The play area was partly funded through Tesco’s bags of help scheme.
(Pictured above (left to right): Kim Peters (Country Parks Visitor Services Manager), Paul Munday (Country Parks Officer), Nick Hay (Country Parks Officer), Councillor Cynthia Garton and Bonnie Horrex (Country Parks Officer).)
Eastleigh Borough Council member Cynthia Garton said: “The country parks team have done a fantastic job in creating this wonderful new play area.
"It’s so important for children’s development that they play outside and interact with nature. This new play area helps them to do exactly that and we can’t wait to see local children exploring it.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-12--New Forest pets preparing for Christmas

New Forest pets preparing for Christmas

YOUR mollycoddled moggies and pampered pooches have been getting festive .
These New Forest dogs and cats have been dressing up in Santa hats , reindeer antlers and a touch of tinsel .
Some like to play with baubles and others like to give a helping paw with wrapping up presents ahead of the big day .
We 've even seen a few pets who like to play hide and seek with their owners inside the branches of their Christmas tree .
Click here to send a picture of your pet in their festive attire to us and see them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • NALA the New Forest cat likes to hide in the tree and pose with baubles around the time of year , occasionally donning a Santa hat too .
• BORDER collie Lexi from Lyndhurst is getting in the festive spirit by wearing reindeer antlers and chewing wrapping paper .
• AS soon as the last firework fizzled out , border terrier Jess wanted to get into the festive spirit and sit by the Christmas tree at home in New Milton .
• WRAPPING is just exhausting for New Forest moggie Simba who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ presents are being prepared .
• CHIP from the New Forest could be mistaken for Santa Paws in this festive hat .

These New Forest dogs and cats have been dressing up in Santa hats, reindeer antlers and a touch of tinsel. Some like to play with baubles and others like to give a helping paw with wrapping up presents ahead of the big day. We've even seen a few pets who like to play hide and seek with their owners inside the branches of their Christmas tree.
Click here to send a picture of your pet in their festive attire to us and see them feature in the Echo before Christmas.


thedailyecho--2020-12-12--Young driver accident blackspots in Southampton

Have you ever wondered where the most dangerous roads for young drivers are in Southampton ?
We all know that insurance premiums for young drivers are sky high and that is due to the rate of accidents they are involved in .
“ Drivers aged 17 to 24 make up just seven per cent of UK licence holders , yet are involved in around one in four of all crashes that result in someone being killed or seriously injured .
“ This is largely due to inexperience , so it ’ s vital that young people ’ s learning experiences @ @ @ @ @ @ @ involved as possible.
” Crash Map is an interactive tool which allows you to see exactly where ‘ fatal ’ , ‘ serious ’ or ‘ slight ’ accidents have happened in your area .
The data for the site is sourced from police and government databases up to 2019 .
In five years there has been 1,250 accidents across Southampton from Maybush to Netley , West End and North Stoneham .
The worst area for accidents involving young drivers is Shirley , with 207 accidents .
One of the main accident blackspots @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with 59 'slight ' accidents and 10 'serious ' accidents in the five year period from 2014 to 2019 .
Another accident blackspot in the area was Warren Avenue by Southampton University Hospital which had four 'serious ' accidents out of five .
The majority of accidents in Woolston and Itchen happened near the Woolston Railway Station with a 15 occurring in five years .
Director of campaigns for the national road safety charity , Brake , Joshua Harris said : “ We need to make our licensing system more robust so that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they have all the necessary tools and knowledge to drive safely on all roads and in all conditions.
” Mr Harris added that a graduated driving license system which would have a mandatory learning period and post-test training is essential to ensure all new drivers have the necessary tools and knowledge to drive safely on our roads .
Bernard Street joining the High Street in the city centre had 11 accidents from 2014 to 2019 .
Portswood Road is also one of the most dangerous roads in the city with the majority of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the street near Sainsbury 's .
The A3035 roundabout in Portswood is an accident blackspot for young drivers with four crashes occurring in the spot over five years .
There were a high number of accidents on The Avenue by Westwood Road indicating the area is a blackspot for young drivers .
To find out how many crashes there have been on your road , go to Crash Maps .

We all know that insurance premiums for young drivers are sky high and that is due to the rate of accidents they are involved in.
Michelle Harrington, road safety manager at RoSPA, said:
“Drivers aged 17 to 24 make up just seven per cent of UK licence holders, yet are involved in around one in four of all crashes that result in someone being killed or seriously injured.
“This is largely due to inexperience, so it’s vital that young people’s learning experiences on the road are as extensive and involved as possible.”
Crash Map is an interactive tool which allows you to see exactly where ‘fatal’, ‘serious’ or ‘slight’ accidents have happened in your area.
The data for the site is sourced from police and government databases up to 2019.
In five years there has been 1,250 accidents across Southampton from Maybush to Netley, West End and North Stoneham.
The worst area for accidents involving young drivers is Shirley, with 207 accidents.
One of the main accident blackspots included the A3057 along Shirley High Street with 59 'slight' accidents and 10 'serious' accidents in the five year period from 2014 to 2019.
Another accident blackspot in the area was Warren Avenue by Southampton University Hospital which had four 'serious' accidents out of five.
The majority of accidents in Woolston and Itchen happened near the Woolston Railway Station with a 15 occurring in five years.
Director of campaigns for the national road safety charity, Brake, Joshua Harris said:
"Young people are disproportionately at risk on the roads and action must be taken to put an end to this tragic situation.
“We need to make our licensing system more robust so that when a driver passes their test, they have all the necessary tools and knowledge to drive safely on all roads and in all conditions.”
Mr Harris added that a graduated driving license system which would have a mandatory learning period and post-test training is essential to ensure all new drivers have the necessary tools and knowledge to drive safely on our roads.
Bernard Street joining the High Street in the city centre had 11 accidents from 2014 to 2019.
Portswood Road is also one of the most dangerous roads in the city with the majority of accidents happening at the busy shopping end of the street near Sainsbury's.
The A3035 roundabout in Portswood is an accident blackspot for young drivers with four crashes occurring in the spot over five years.
There were a high number of accidents on The Avenue by Westwood Road indicating the area is a blackspot for young drivers.
To find out how many crashes there have been on your road, go to Crash Maps.


thedailyecho--2020-12-12--Southampton drug driver banned for three years

A SOUTHAMPTON man has been disqualified from driving for three years after a roadside drugs test .
Mirza Abubukar Baig @ @ @ @ @ Close , Northam was driving a 62-reg BMW when stopped by the police on the @ @ @ @ @ 11 .
His level of cannabis was 6.4µg/L when the legal limit is 2 , @ @ @ @ @ limit .
Basingstoke Magistrates Court banned him for three years saying that length was obligatory @ @ @ @ @ was also fined £40 with a £34 victim surcharge and £45 costs .

Mirza Abubukar Baig, 22, of Howell Close, Northam was driving a 62-reg BMW when stopped by the police on the M3 near Winchester on June 11.
His level of cannabis was 6.4µg/L when the legal limit is 2, making Baig three times the limit.
Basingstoke Magistrates Court banned him for three years saying that length was obligatory for the offence. He was also fined £40 with a £34 victim surcharge and £45 costs.


thedailyecho--2020-12-12--Aldi and Lidl middle aisles: What's available from Sunday, December 13?

Aldi and Lidl have revealed the latest items hitting the shelves in the middle aisles of their stores from Sunday , December 13 , 2020 .
We 've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket .
This week , Aldi are looking ahead to Christmas with home cooking products offered at discount prices .
Pass the cheese in style this Christmas with this square marble cheeseboard set available for £12.99 .
Perfect ahead of Christmas , dip your favourite sweet treats into this sweet cascade of chocolate !
This is only avaialble online and is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be quick .
The Ambiano Chocolate Fountain is available for £19.99 .
If you want new cutlery for Christmas dinner , the Denver 24 piece cutlery set is available for £14.99 Russtle up healthier meals witht the Ambiano Air Fryer available at Aldi for £39.99 .
In the middle of Lidl this week , the supermarket chain are very much focused on Christmas dinner , they 're also offering a range of kitchen products .
We 've all ran out of space in the past while cooking at Christmas , Lidl are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Lidl are also offering huge savings on this Tower 4-section buffet warmer , with an RRP of £49.99 , you can pick it up in Lidl for just £29.99 .
Vind out more at Lidl.co.uk .

We've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket.
Aldi
This week, Aldi are looking ahead to Christmas with home cooking products offered at discount prices.
These include:
Square Marble Cheeseboard Set (Aldi)
Pass the cheese in style this Christmas with this square marble cheeseboard set available for £12.99.
Ambiano Chocolate Fountain (Aldi)
Perfect ahead of Christmas, dip your favourite sweet treats into this sweet cascade of chocolate! This is only avaialble online and is proving very popular so you will have to be quick. The Ambiano Chocolate Fountain is available for £19.99.
Denver 24 Piece Cutlery Set (Aldi)
If you want new cutlery for Christmas dinner, the Denver 24 piece cutlery set is available for £14.99
Russtle up healthier meals witht the Ambiano Air Fryer available at Aldi for £39.99.
Find more deals at Aldi.co.uk.
Lidl
In the middle of Lidl this week, the supermarket chain are very much focused on Christmas dinner, they're also offering a range of kitchen products.
These include:
Deep Fat Fryer (Lidl)
Lidl are offering a Silvercrest premium stainless steel deep fat fryer for £49.99.
We've all ran out of space in the past while cooking at Christmas, Lidl are offering this Silvercrest mini oven for £39.99.
Buffet Server (Lidl)
Lidl are also offering huge savings on this Tower 4-section buffet warmer, with an RRP of £49.99, you can pick it up in Lidl for just £29.99.
Vind out more at Lidl.co.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-12-12--Hunt continues for man seen with firearm in Bishop’s Waltham

ARMED police scrambled to an address in Bishop ’ s Waltham after a man was seen with a firearm .
@ @ @ @ @ at 5.13pm last night ( Friday ) after a woman reported seeing the man .
@ @ @ @ @ “ An extensive search was conducted , with the assistance of armed response vehicles , @ @ @ @ @ helicopter , however the suspect was not located .
“ Enquiries are ongoing to trace @ @ @ @ @ carrying the firearm .
”

Officers were called to Cricklemede at 5.13pm last night (Friday) after a woman reported seeing the man.
A police spokesperson said: “An extensive search was conducted, with the assistance of armed response vehicles, dog unit, and a helicopter, however the suspect was not located.
“Enquiries are ongoing to trace the 26-year-old man suspected of carrying the firearm.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-12--LETTER - A tsunami of litter has engulfed Southampton

DURING lockdown I started to walk to work more .
It ’ s about 40 minutes over the Northam Bridge to the Polygon .
I noticed huge amounts of litter - in the bushes , by the river , on the streets , and in the parks .
And I got so fed up walking past empty cans that I decided to do something about it .
Over the last few months I ’ ve collected 350 sacks of rubbish from my walk to work .
With about half this waste being recycled .
But every week there is more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ruins our environment , and it brings our city down .
It ’ s sad people have so little civic pride that they toss their cans aside .
But we all have a part to play in cleaning up Southampton .
Individuals can put their rubbish in bins or litter pick .
Politicians can install litter bins , and improve on our city ’ s appalling recycling record .
Businesses and shops could encourage people to recycle or bin what they sell .
And community groups , schools , and employers can enthuse @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We all need to do our bit .
People should love Southampton .
Not rubbish it .

I noticed huge amounts of litter - in the bushes, by the river, on the streets, and in the parks.
And I got so fed up walking past empty cans that I decided to do something about it.
Over the last few months I’ve collected 350 sacks of rubbish from my walk to work.
With about half this waste being recycled.
But every week there is more rubbish. Sacks of it.
A litter tsunami has consumed Southampton.
It ruins our environment, and it brings our city down.
It’s sad people have so little civic pride that they toss their cans aside. But we all have a part to play in cleaning up Southampton.
Individuals can put their rubbish in bins or litter pick.
Politicians can install litter bins, and improve on our city’s appalling recycling record.
Businesses and shops could encourage people to recycle or bin what they sell.
And community groups, schools, and employers can enthuse everyone to clean up our city.
We all need to do our bit.
People should love Southampton. Not rubbish it.
Jon Walters
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-12-12--LETTER - Building 5,000 new homes in Winchester is too many

I OBJECT to the building of 5000 home south of Winchester .
It 's too many .
Winchester needs its @ @ @ @ @ what makes Winchester a unique city and in history .
For those who wish to @ @ @ @ @ is a Facebook group called Save South Winchester , I urge people to join it @ @ @ @ @ .
In my view Winchester should in build , like for example the old Friars @ @ @ @ @ in Silver Hill , convert them into flats for the homeless and those on low @ @

It's too many.
Winchester needs its green belt land as it what makes Winchester a unique city and in history.
For those who wish to object to the building there is a Facebook group called Save South Winchester, I urge people to join it and get there voice heard.
In my view Winchester should in build, like for example the old Friars Gate building and other buildings in Silver Hill, convert them into flats for the homeless and those on low income.
Mark Rowe
Weeke


thedailyecho--2020-12-12--LETTER - We have led the world with vaccine

THE GOVERNMENT 'S response to the pandemic will be analysed in the years to come and we will learn the things they did correctly and incorrectly but that is for a future time but what we can say is , as far as the vaccine for coronavirus is concerned , we have led the world .
So , it is completely understandable health minister Matt Hancock breaking down when he saw the first Covid vaccine being given .
He has been under tremendous pressure since the start of this pandemic .
He knows that with the successful roll out of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ forward to a world where we can go about our normal business and get our lives back on track .
In other countries they are still arguing over their government responses to the pandemic and are totally at loggerheads what to do for the best to stem the spread of the coronavirus and people are dying because of their refusal to work together In Britain our government and opposition parties in the main , were united in their determination to put the British people first where coronavirus was concerned and it is testament @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can work together for the good of our country as a whole , when a national crisis happens .

So, it is completely understandable health minister Matt Hancock breaking down when he saw the first Covid vaccine being given.
He has been under tremendous pressure since the start of this pandemic.
He knows that with the successful roll out of the vaccine we can at last look forward to a world where we can go about our normal business and get our lives back on track.
In other countries they are still arguing over their government responses to the pandemic and are totally at loggerheads what to do for the best to stem the spread of the coronavirus and people are dying because of their refusal to work together
In Britain our government and opposition parties in the main, were united in their determination to put the British people first where coronavirus was concerned and it is testament to our parliamentary system that our politicians can work together for the good of our country as a whole, when a national crisis happens.
Paddy Maxwell
Lordshill


thedailyecho--2020-12-12--Armed police, dogs and helicopter hunt for man with firearm


thedailyecho--2020-12-12--Three donkeys die after crash on Roger Penny Way

THREE donkeys have been killed this morning after they were struck by a van .
Police were called to an accident on Roger Penny Way this morning at around 7am .
A van , from company La Chasse Limited , had struck the small herd of donkeys , with three animals dying .
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said : `` We were called just after 7am today , 12 December , to reports of a collision on Roger Penny Way after a vehicle collided with three donkeys .
`` Sadly , the donkeys were confirmed deceased on officer arrival @ @ @ @ @ @ @ collision .
`` It is not known at this time where the donkeys came from , or whether they were wild .
`` Anyone with information can phone 101 with reference 44200478908 . ''
Catherine Cotton , managing director at La Chasse Limited , said : `` One of our drivers has been involved in an accident this morning at 6:55am .
`` We extremely regret the event and are very much saddened that the accident resulted in the deaths of three donkeys .
`` The police are involved and have confirmed that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ crime . ''
Hampshire Police have confirmed the incident is being treated as a collision and not a crime .

Police were called to an accident on Roger Penny Way this morning at around 7am.
A van, from company La Chasse Limited, had struck the small herd of donkeys, with three animals dying.
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said: "We were called just after 7am today, 12 December, to reports of a collision on Roger Penny Way after a vehicle collided with three donkeys.
"Sadly, the donkeys were confirmed deceased on officer arrival. No persons were injured in the collision.
"It is not known at this time where the donkeys came from, or whether they were wild.
"Anyone with information can phone 101 with reference 44200478908."
Catherine Cotton, managing director at La Chasse Limited, said: "One of our drivers has been involved in an accident this morning at 6:55am.
"We extremely regret the event and are very much saddened that the accident resulted in the deaths of three donkeys.
"The police are involved and have confirmed that they are not treating this as a crime."
Hampshire Police have confirmed the incident is being treated as a collision and not a crime.


thedailyecho--2020-12-12--Coronavirus: More than 340 positive cases in Hampshire

MORE than 340 positive coronavirus cases have been recorded in Hampshire .
Public Health England figures - as recorded on @ @ @ @ @ today ( December 12 ) - show that 341 more people have tested positive for @ @ @ @ @ hour period .
It comes as testing increases across the country .
The health body @ @ @ @ @ tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests , which @ @ @ @ @ PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government 's mass testing @ @ @ @ @ confirmed cases by local authority on December 12 : • Basingstoke and Deane : 29 @ @ @ @ @ start of pandemic )

Public Health England figures - as recorded on the Government website at 5.24pm today (December 12) - show that 341 more people have tested positive for the virus in a 24 hour period.
It comes as testing increases across the country.
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests, which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government's mass testing programme.
Below are the confirmed cases by local authority on December 12:


thedailyecho--2020-12-12--Coronavirus: Six more deaths recorded across Hampshire

SIX further coronavirus deaths have been recorded across the county in the last 24 hours .
Figures published by NHS @ @ @ @ @ that six more people have died with coronavirus .
Across the whole of Hampshire , @ @ @ @ @ Covid-19 since the start of the health crisis in March .
At Hampshire Hospitals NHS @ @ @ @ @ patient has , in the last 24 hours , been confirmed as having died from @ @ @ @ @ total death toll up to 225 .
Another patient has died at University Hospital Southampton @ @ @ @ @ the total up to 229 .
A further four patients were recorded as having died @ @ @ @ @ at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust bringing the total up to 308 .
No other deaths @ @ @ @ @ 's other Trusts .
At Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust there have been 23 deaths @ @ @ @ @ pandemic and three deaths at Solent NHS Trust .

Figures published by NHS England at 2pm today reveal that six more people have died with coronavirus.
Across the whole of Hampshire, 789 people have died with Covid-19 since the start of the health crisis in March.
At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, one more patient has, in the last 24 hours, been confirmed as having died from the virus, bringing the total death toll up to 225.
Another patient has died at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, bringing the total up to 229.
A further four patients were recorded as having died in the last 24 hours at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust bringing the total up to 308.
No other deaths were recorded across the county's other Trusts.
At Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust there have been 23 deaths since the start of the pandemic and three deaths at Solent NHS Trust.


thedailyecho--2020-12-13--Catapult damage caused to Southampton cars and buses

CARS , buses and street lights have been among the targets in a spate of damage caused by catapult-wielding criminals @ @ @ @ @ urged parents to ensure if their child has one of the slingshot-type devices that they @ @ @ @ @ the community with it .
A number of incidents have been reported to police over @ @ @ @ @ it is believed a catapult was used to cause damage .
This has included the @ @ @ @ @ , buses and street lights .
• Read more : City Red 2 buses diverted @ @ @ @ @ A spokesperson for Southampton Cops said : `` Over the last week in Southampton West @ @ @ @ @ have been reported where a catapult was used .
`` Windows , cars , buses @ @ @ @ @ .
Parents , if your child has a catapult do you know where it is @ @ @ @ @ them out with it , please . ''

Police have urged parents to ensure if their child has one of the slingshot-type devices that they do not go out in the community with it.
A number of incidents have been reported to police over the past week in which it is believed a catapult was used to cause damage.
This has included the targeting of windows, cars, buses and street lights.
A spokesperson for Southampton Cops said: "Over the last week in Southampton West, a number of damages have been reported where a catapult was used.
"Windows, cars, buses and street lights all damaged. Parents, if your child has a catapult do you know where it is now? Don't let them out with it, please."


thedailyecho--2020-12-13--Southampton man wins £50k in Football Pools

`` WHAT a fantastic end to a very strange year . ''
Those are the words of a Southampton man , who won an incredible sum of money in a traditional draw .
Barry Asher , a retired Southampton man , was left in a state of shock and surprise when he found out he had won £50,000 in the Football Pools .
The 75-year-old could n't believe his luck .
`` I thought it was a wind-up , '' he said .
`` The Football Pools has changed our lives .
Saints fan Barry , along with his wife @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stadium this morning to receive his cheque .
There he was met by Saint legend Matt Le Tissier , who - along with Football Pools ' Gill Harris - presented him with a giant cheque .
Le Tisser is the second-highest ever scorer for Southampton behind Mick Channon and was voted PFA Young Player of the Year in 1990 .
Speaking about the money , long-time Pools player Barry said he was feeling `` absolutely wonderful '' following his win adding that he `` could n't believe it at first '' .
When @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on , Mr Asher said he would be taking his wife on a cruise for a well-deserved break .
The Football Polls was first founded 97 years ago , and has paid out billions of pounds to lucky players who used their knowledge of teams – or just a combination of birthdays and lucky numbers – to come up with the winning predictions .
The old paper coupons have now been joined by online games , but one thing has stayed the same … it ’ s still making winners and changing lives @

Those are the words of a Southampton man, who won an incredible sum of money in a traditional draw.
Barry Asher, a retired builder, was left in a state of shock and surprise when he found out he had won £50,000 in the Football Pools.
The 75-year-old couldn't believe his luck.
"I thought it was a wind-up," he said. "The Football Pools has changed our lives.
“What a fantastic end to a very strange year."
Saints fan Barry with his wife Patricia, a part-time receptionist, arrived at St Mary's stadium this morning to receive his cheque.
There he was met by Saint legend Matt Le Tissier, who - along with Football Pools' Gill Harris - presented him with a giant cheque.
Le Tisser is the second-highest ever scorer for Southampton behind Mick Channon and was voted PFA Young Player of the Year in 1990.
Speaking about the money, Barry said he was feeling "absolutely wonderful" following his win adding that he "couldn't believe it at first".
When asked what he was spending his winnings on, Mr Asher said he would be taking his wife on a cruise for a well-deserved break.
Barry subscribed to The Football Pools in 2017 and pays £10 a month for two pools coupons a week.
He won a share of the £100,000.00 monthly prize draw which is an added benefit to subscription.
The Football Polls was first founded 97 years ago, and has paid out billions of pounds to lucky players who used their knowledge of teams – or just a combination of birthdays and lucky numbers – to come up with the winning predictions.
The old paper coupons have now been joined by online games, but one thing has stayed the same … it’s still making winners and changing lives.


thedailyecho--2020-12-13--Armed police, dogs and helicopter hunt for man with firearm


thedailyecho--2020-12-13--The Southampton man raising £50k to feed NHS heroes and families in need this Christmas

A SOUTHAMPTON man has vowed to raise £50,000 to help feed thousands of struggling Hampshire families .
Southampton born Dowayne Neufville has launched the ‘ Festive 50k , Donate a plate ’ campaign is aiming to raise £50,000 with donations from local people who want to give money so that people less fortunate than themselves can enjoy a Christmas meal this year .
The scheme will also go towards our county 's NHS workers , care workers and elderly people , who are spending this Christmas alone .
The team are urging people to donate just £5 to the scheme @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the most vulnerable .
The campaign has been backed by a number of local businesses , who will be cooking the meals .
The dinners will be distributed by a team of volunteers across Southampton , Eastleigh , Waterside , New Forest , Winchester and Romsey .
Dowayne said : `` “ By raising this amount of money we will be able to support up to 50 local independent restaurants to make 10,000 Christmas meals for people who otherwise won ’ t be able to enjoy a Christmas lunch .
“ Our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ family goes without a meal and to support local restaurants at the same time .
`` These are strange and difficult times that many people find themselves in .
People that were in well paid jobs , have been made jobless .
`` Relationships have been broken due to being confined to the same household .
“ On top of this you have people who have been in long term self-isolation who are high-risk for Covid-19 .
`` These are some of the people that don ’ t make the headlines .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at this festive time of the year just to give them a little pick me up .
`` We have a large team of volunteers who will collect the meals from restaurants and deliver them all over the SO postcode on Christmas Eve.
” A number of local schools are also taking part in the scheme by making Christmas cards that will go with the dinners .
The restaurants taking part so far include the Gusto Lounge in Shirley , Browns Town Jamdown Jerk Co in Bevois , the Saints Pub in Millbrook @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cafè in Itchen , The Four Horseshoes in Nursling , The Salmon Leap Pub in Totton , The Fountain , The Lord Nelson in Hythe , The Lovely Little Cafe in Dibden Purlieu , and the Falcon Inn in Fawley .
The Four Horseshoes in Nursling was one of the first restaurants to sign up to ‘ Festive 50k Donate a Plate ’ .
General Manage Lewis Rosario said : “ It ’ s a brilliant thoughtful idea that Dowayne has come up with .
`` As well as offering people a Christmas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one , it ’ s a great way to support local restaurants like ours who have really suffered due to the lockdown .
`` We are completely behind this campaign and I know our customers would help where they can.
” More information and to make donations www.upthehighstreet.uk/festive-50k .

Southampton born Dowayne Neufville has launched the ‘Festive 50k, Donate a plate’ campaign is aiming to raise £50,000 with donations from local people who want to give money so that people less fortunate than themselves can enjoy a Christmas meal this year.
The scheme will also go towards our county's NHS workers, care workers and elderly people, who are spending this Christmas alone.
The team are urging people to donate just £5 to the scheme to help feed the county's heroes and the most vulnerable.
The campaign has been backed by a number of local businesses, who will be cooking the meals.
The dinners will be distributed by a team of volunteers across Southampton, Eastleigh, Waterside, New Forest, Winchester and Romsey.
Dowayne said: "“By raising this amount of money we will be able to support up to 50 local independent restaurants to make 10,000 Christmas meals for people who otherwise won’t be able to enjoy a Christmas lunch.
“Our aim is also to make sure no family goes without a meal and to support local restaurants at the same time.
"These are strange and difficult times that many people find themselves in. People that were in well paid jobs, have been made jobless.
"Relationships have been broken due to being confined to the same household.
“On top of this you have people who have been in long term self-isolation who are high-risk for Covid-19.
"These are some of the people that don’t make the headlines.
"We would welcome the community coming together at this festive time of the year just to give them a little pick me up.
"We have a large team of volunteers who will collect the meals from restaurants and deliver them all over the SO postcode on Christmas Eve.”
A number of local schools are also taking part in the scheme by making Christmas cards that will go with the dinners.
The restaurants taking part so far include the Gusto Lounge in Shirley, Browns Town Jamdown Jerk Co in Bevois, the Saints Pub in Millbrook, Sabro Catering, The Crafty Bug Cafè in Itchen, The Four Horseshoes in Nursling, The Salmon Leap Pub in Totton, The Fountain, The Lord Nelson in Hythe, The Lovely Little Cafe in Dibden Purlieu, and the Falcon Inn in Fawley.
The Four Horseshoes in Nursling was one of the first restaurants to sign up to ‘Festive 50k Donate a Plate’.
General Manage Lewis Rosario said: “It’s a brilliant thoughtful idea that Dowayne has come up with.
"As well as offering people a Christmas lunch if they aren’t having one, it’s a great way to support local restaurants like ours who have really suffered due to the lockdown.
"We are completely behind this campaign and I know our customers would help where they can.”
More information and to make donations www.upthehighstreet.uk/festive-50k.


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thedailyecho--2020-12-13--Three donkeys die after crash on Roger Penny Way


thedailyecho--2020-12-13--Former Southampton sports bar could be turned into flats

A FORMER Southampton sports bar could be transformed into a new flat block should plans be approved by civic chiefs .
An application to turn the former site of Liberty 's Sports Bar on High Street into 12 new homes has been submitted to Southampton City Council .
The plans propose to convert the first and second floors into 12 flats for sale or rent .
This would includes building on the existing ground floor skylights raising the roof area to level .
The plans were submitted by Mr Harvey , and propose seven two-bed flats and five one-bed flats @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a new shop front and 20 spaces for bicycles to be stored .
The applicant has proposed a `` modern sympathetic '' design using brickwork on the front of the building , as well as new windows and a new shop frontage .
Whereas the rear of the building will be `` tidied up '' with a timber-look cladding .
Entry to the apartments will be via Market Place through an underpass which will include bin storage and a locked cycle compound .
An intercom system will be placed on the outside of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ security system to control access .
The site was previously home to the popular Liberty 's Sports Bar , which showed both Sky Sports and BT Sports .
The venue also held a band or a DJ every Friday and Saturday night .
The venue open on December 8 , 2017 , but it now permanently closed .

An application to turn the former site of Liberty's Sports Bar on High Street into 12 new homes has been submitted to Southampton City Council.
The plans propose to convert the first and second floors into 12 flats for sale or rent. This would includes building on the existing ground floor skylights raising the roof area to level.
The plans were submitted by Mr Harvey, and propose seven two-bed flats and five one-bed flats.
The proposals also include plans for a new shop front and 20 spaces for bicycles to be stored.
The applicant has proposed a "modern sympathetic" design using brickwork on the front of the building, as well as new windows and a new shop frontage.
Whereas the rear of the building will be "tidied up" with a timber-look cladding.
Entry to the apartments will be via Market Place through an underpass which will include bin storage and a locked cycle compound.
An intercom system will be placed on the outside of the rear gate with a keypad video security system to control access.
The site was previously home to the popular Liberty's Sports Bar, which showed both Sky Sports and BT Sports.
The venue also held a band or a DJ every Friday and Saturday night.
The venue open on December 8, 2017, but it now permanently closed.


thedailyecho--2020-12-13--Talks on post-Brexit trade deal to continue

Talks on a post-Brexit trade deal will continue , Boris Johnson has agreed with European Union chiefs .
The Prime @ @ @ @ @ president Ursula von der Leyen to extend the deadline for negotiations to continue .
In @ @ @ @ @ to “ go the extra mile ” in an effort to find a solution after @ @ @ @ @ .
The statement said : “ We had a useful phone call this morning .
@ @ @ @ @ topics .
“ Our negotiating teams have been working day and night over recent days @ @ @ @ @ exhaustion after almost a year of negotiations , despite the fact that deadlines have been @ @ @ @ @ think it is responsible at this point to go the extra mile .
“ We @ @ @ @ @ to continue the talks and to see whether an agreement can even at this late @ @ @ @ @

The Prime Minister spoke to European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen to extend the deadline for negotiations to continue.
In a joint statement they agreed to “go the extra mile” in an effort to find a solution after almost a year of negotiations.
The statement said: “We had a useful phone call this morning. We discussed the major unresolved topics.
“Our negotiating teams have been working day and night over recent days.
“And despite the exhaustion after almost a year of negotiations, despite the fact that deadlines have been missed over and over we think it is responsible at this point to go the extra mile.
“We have accordingly mandated our negotiators to continue the talks and to see whether an agreement can even at this late stage be reached.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-13--Indoor horse arena for Blackwater Equestrian near Romsey

PLANS for an indoor horse arena near Romsey have been given the green light by planning chiefs .
A planning application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council ( TVBC ) to build the equestrian centre on land at Oak Tree Farm , Foxes Lane , West Wellow .
The proposals , submitted by Blackwater Equestrian , were approved at TVBC ’ s Southern Area Planning Committee by nine votes to three .
The plans received 121 objections and 26 letters of support and were deferred at the last committee meeting on November 17 .
The decision comes after it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the site before permission had been granted .
Critics of the application worry the building would tower over the area .
Others believe it will increase the risk of flooding if given the go-ahead by planning chiefs .
However , the applicant ’ s agent , Mark Doodes , said the application is not complex , but has been made so “ by a group of determined local objectors ” , while stressing investigation work has been undertaken to resolve any flooding concerns .
He said : “ Detailed ground investigation works @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the last planning committee , but we have been unable to turn around the final reports in time .
`` These will be available on December 11 , we have been assured by our team.
” He added the horse arena would mean people from the Riding for the Disabled Association could use the centre to ride in the winter and apprentices could be employed in the future .
And Conservative councillor Martin Hatley said there was nothing unusual about the plans .
He said : “ It is obviously an application that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and one would expect it to do so .
“ It is a very large building , but on the flipside of the coin it is not unusually large for large farms nowadays to have such buildings.
” But Nick Adams-King , who represents the Blackwater ward , criticised the applicant again .
He said : “ It is to be regretted that the applicant has chosen to begin work on the development without permission having been granted .
This has not helped the situation and fed the concerns of local residents .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ viewing panel will understand how the commencement of works fundamentally altered the landscape of the site , making your assessment much more difficult.
” He believes the proposed building will resemble “ an office or warehouse unit more suited to a business park ” .
He added : “ It will entirely dominate the location not only in Foxes Lane , and for neighbouring residential properties , but will be a prominent part of the view over the countryside from a number of locations .
”

A planning application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) to build the equestrian centre on land at Oak Tree Farm, Foxes Lane, West Wellow.
The proposals, submitted by Blackwater Equestrian, were approved at TVBC’s Southern Area Planning Committee by nine votes to three.
The plans received 121 objections and 26 letters of support and were deferred at the last committee meeting on November 17.
The decision comes after it had been claimed the applicant started work on the site before permission had been granted.
Critics of the application worry the building would tower over the area. Others believe it will increase the risk of flooding if given the go-ahead by planning chiefs.
However, the applicant’s agent, Mark Doodes, said the application is not complex, but has been made so “by a group of determined local objectors”, while stressing investigation work has been undertaken to resolve any flooding concerns.
He said: “Detailed ground investigation works have been undertaken following the feedback at the last planning committee, but we have been unable to turn around the final reports in time.
"These will be available on December 11, we have been assured by our team.”
He added the horse arena would mean people from the Riding for the Disabled Association could use the centre to ride in the winter and apprentices could be employed in the future.
And Conservative councillor Martin Hatley said there was nothing unusual about the plans.
He said: “It is obviously an application that has aroused a lot of local debate and one would expect it to do so.
“It is a very large building, but on the flipside of the coin it is not unusually large for large farms nowadays to have such buildings.”
But Nick Adams-King, who represents the Blackwater ward, criticised the applicant again.
He said: “It is to be regretted that the applicant has chosen to begin work on the development without permission having been granted. This has not helped the situation and fed the concerns of local residents.
“Those of you who attended the viewing panel will understand how the commencement of works fundamentally altered the landscape of the site, making your assessment much more difficult.”
He believes the proposed building will resemble “an office or warehouse unit more suited to a business park”.
He added: “It will entirely dominate the location not only in Foxes Lane, and for neighbouring residential properties, but will be a prominent part of the view over the countryside from a number of locations.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-13--Your Royal Mail deliveries may be delayed this Christmas - here’s why

Royal Mail has warned that some customers may experience “ slightly longer delivery timescales ” than normal , after confirming “ exceptionally high volumes ” of post this winter .
The company also advised that anti-Covid measures are impacting the efficiency of its delivery service this festive season .
The acknowledgement comes as people and businesses across the UK have complained about late or missed deliveries .
John Lewis , Boots and HMV are among the retailers to have blamed Royal Mail for delivery delays .
Online shoppers have expressed their frustration with Royal Mail , messaging the company directly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ late arrivals .
Speaking to the BBC , small businesses owners expressed sympathy for the Royal Mail during this time , but expressed concern over the impact the late deliveries will have on their already fragile businesses .
The postal firm released a statement explaining that the “ greatly increased uptake on online Christmas shopping ” this year has been driven “ in no small part ” by the lockdown across the country .
Because of this , delivery companies have experienced “ exceptionally high volumes ” of post , it said .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ had an impact on the Royal Mail ’ s services .
The postal group hired about 33,000 temporary workers to support the 115,000 permanent postmen and women this festive season .
`` Despite our best efforts , exhaustive planning and significant investment in extra resources , some customers may experience slightly longer delivery timescales than our usual service standards , ” the company said .
`` This is due to the exceptionally high volumes we are seeing , exacerbated by the coronavirus-related measures we have put in place in local mail centres and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , we always work hard to get back to providing our usual level of service as quickly as we can . ''
Anyone concerned about a package delivery or the potential later delivery times on parcels to loved ones this Christmas should visit the service update page on the Royal Mail website .

The company also advised that anti-Covid measures are impacting the efficiency of its delivery service this festive season.
Missed deliveries and late arrivals
The acknowledgement comes as people and businesses across the UK have complained about late or missed deliveries. John Lewis, Boots and HMV are among the retailers to have blamed Royal Mail for delivery delays.
Online shoppers have expressed their frustration with Royal Mail, messaging the company directly and contacting retailers over missed deliveries and late arrivals.
Speaking to the BBC, small businesses owners expressed sympathy for the Royal Mail during this time, but expressed concern over the impact the late deliveries will have on their already fragile businesses.
Greater uptake in online Christmas shopping
The postal firm released a statement explaining that the “greatly increased uptake on online Christmas shopping” this year has been driven “in no small part” by the lockdown across the country. Because of this, delivery companies have experienced “exceptionally high volumes” of post, it said.
Coronavirus-related absences from the workforce have also had an impact on the Royal Mail’s services. The postal group hired about 33,000 temporary workers to support the 115,000 permanent postmen and women this festive season.
"Despite our best efforts, exhaustive planning and significant investment in extra resources, some customers may experience slightly longer delivery timescales than our usual service standards,” the company said.
"This is due to the exceptionally high volumes we are seeing, exacerbated by the coronavirus-related measures we have put in place in local mail centres and delivery offices.
"In such cases, we always work hard to get back to providing our usual level of service as quickly as we can."
Anyone concerned about a package delivery or the potential later delivery times on parcels to loved ones this Christmas should visit the service update page on the Royal Mail website.


thedailyecho--2020-12-13--New play area opens at Itchen Valley Country Park

A new play area has opened in a Hampshire country park .
Based at Itchen Valley Country Park , the @ @ @ @ @ designed and built over the past few months .
Funded by Eastleigh Borough Council , @ @ @ @ @ of equipment is designed to `` help children learn about the natural world through play @ @ @ @ @ play ideas for parents to try out with their children .
The equipment was made @ @ @ @ @ surrounding woodland and recycled materials , such as an old benches and pallets .
The @ @ @ @ @ through Tesco ’ s bags of help scheme .
Eastleigh Borough Council member Cynthia Garton @ @ @ @ @ parks team have done a fantastic job in creating this wonderful new play area .
@ @ @ @ @ important for children ’ s development that they play outside and interact with nature .
@ @ @ @ @ them to do exactly that and we can ’ t wait to see local children @ @ @ @

Based at Itchen Valley Country Park, the Wood Larks Play Area was designed and built over the past few months.
The play area features a bird spotting hide, woodland shop, mud kitchen, sorting machine and measuring stick.
Funded by Eastleigh Borough Council, it says that each piece of equipment is designed to "help children learn about the natural world through play". There are also play ideas for parents to try out with their children.
The equipment was made using natural materials from the surrounding woodland and recycled materials, such as an old benches and pallets.
The play area was partly funded through Tesco’s bags of help scheme.
(Pictured above (left to right): Kim Peters (Country Parks Visitor Services Manager), Paul Munday (Country Parks Officer), Nick Hay (Country Parks Officer), Councillor Cynthia Garton and Bonnie Horrex (Country Parks Officer).)
Eastleigh Borough Council member Cynthia Garton said: “The country parks team have done a fantastic job in creating this wonderful new play area.
"It’s so important for children’s development that they play outside and interact with nature. This new play area helps them to do exactly that and we can’t wait to see local children exploring it.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-13--D-Day craft rescued from Birkenhead Dock is open in Southsea

The last remaining tank landing craft of its kind which played a crucial role in D-Day is opening to the public in Hampshire after being renovated from a barnacle-covered wreck .
The Landing Craft Tank ( LCT ) 7074 spent many years rusting and submerged in Birkenhead Dock before it was rescued and restored to its original state which saw it used to deliver troops and tanks to the Normandy beaches .
The vessel , restored with a £4.7 million grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund , is now being opened to visitors for the first time after being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southsea , Hampshire .
Nick Hewitt , head of collections and exhibitions at the National Museum of the Royal Navy ( NMRN ) , said : “ When she was rescued by the museum , she was rusty , unloved and covered in barnacles , having spent many years submerged at Birkenhead Dock .
But now she is transformed .
“ The restoration of LCT 7074 has been a long and arduous project for the team at NMRN , but to see her outside the D-Day Story and to know that so many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ first-hand is a fantastic feeling.
” Mick Jennings , 95 , was a Royal Navy crewmen on a different landing craft , LCT 795 , which carried American troops from Dartmouth to Utah Beach on D-Day .
He said : “ We couldn ’ t have landed in France just with troops on foot , and LCTs were very important to carry tanks and other vehicles that could deal with the enemy tanks .
“ It is a very good idea to open LCT 7074 to the public , so people can visit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like .
“ I was only 18 years old , and most of the crew were 23 or under .
The living quarters were next to the engine room so it was noisy , and sleeping in a hammock was uncomfortable , but when you ’ re young you can tolerate these things.
” LCT 7074 , which was the last surviving example of more than 800 tank-carrying landing craft which served on D-Day on June 6 1944 , became a floating clubhouse and nightclub from the 1960s to 1980s before falling into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Dock in 2014 and brought to Portsmouth Naval Base , where most of the renovation work took place .
The work included new internal and external paint , a fully restored funnel , electrical works and the fitting of replica guns and rocket launchers .
The project has also recreated the bridge , wheelhouse and the crew ’ s living spaces so visitors can get an impression of life on board the landing craft .
Steve Pitt , cabinet member for culture , leisure and economic development at Portsmouth City Council , said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to hold another piece of history in Portsmouth , to preserve , inspire and educate visitors about D-Day and the important part our city played in this historic event .
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The Landing Craft Tank (LCT) 7074 spent many years rusting and submerged in Birkenhead Dock before it was rescued and restored to its original state which saw it used to deliver troops and tanks to the Normandy beaches.
The vessel, restored with a £4.7 million grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, is now being opened to visitors for the first time after being installed outside the D-Day Story museum in Southsea, Hampshire.
Nick Hewitt, head of collections and exhibitions at the National Museum of the Royal Navy (NMRN), said: “When she was rescued by the museum, she was rusty, unloved and covered in barnacles, having spent many years submerged at Birkenhead Dock. But now she is transformed.
“The restoration of LCT 7074 has been a long and arduous project for the team at NMRN, but to see her outside the D-Day Story and to know that so many visitors will be able to experience her first-hand is a fantastic feeling.”
Mick Jennings, 95, was a Royal Navy crewmen on a different landing craft, LCT 795, which carried American troops from Dartmouth to Utah Beach on D-Day.
He said: “We couldn’t have landed in France just with troops on foot, and LCTs were very important to carry tanks and other vehicles that could deal with the enemy tanks.
“It is a very good idea to open LCT 7074 to the public, so people can visit and get an idea what conditions were like.
“I was only 18 years old, and most of the crew were 23 or under. The living quarters were next to the engine room so it was noisy, and sleeping in a hammock was uncomfortable, but when you’re young you can tolerate these things.”
LCT 7074, which was the last surviving example of more than 800 tank-carrying landing craft which served on D-Day on June 6 1944, became a floating clubhouse and nightclub from the 1960s to 1980s before falling into disrepair.
It was retrieved from Birkenhead Dock in 2014 and brought to Portsmouth Naval Base, where most of the renovation work took place.
The work included new internal and external paint, a fully restored funnel, electrical works and the fitting of replica guns and rocket launchers.
The project has also recreated the bridge, wheelhouse and the crew’s living spaces so visitors can get an impression of life on board the landing craft.
Steve Pitt, cabinet member for culture, leisure and economic development at Portsmouth City Council, said: “It is a huge honour to hold another piece of history in Portsmouth, to preserve, inspire and educate visitors about D-Day and the important part our city played in this historic event.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-13--Plans to build three houses next to All Saints Church, near Romsey, could be approved

PLANS to build three houses next to a church near Romsey could be given the green light by planning chiefs in February , the Advertiser understands .
An application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council ( TVBC ) to construct the four-bedroom houses west of All Saints Church in Church Lane , Awbridge .
If approved , the church would be able to create a car park with 42 spaces and extend their graveyard , giving them a total of 100 burial spaces .
Now , deputy leader for TVBC , Cllr Nick Adams-King has said he believes the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Southern Area Planning Committee on February 2 2021 .
He said : `` I would not expect the parish council to look at the application again until early January , because they have a meeting scheduled for January 12 , which would mean I would n't expect it to reach the committee until February . ''
As reported , critics of the controversial application claimed the development is not supported by the community , despite being branded as a `` community-led scheme '' .
Manuel Caballero , who lives in Church Lane @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the development would increase the community usage of the church is frivolous as Awbridge already has a modern , vibrant village hall a walkable distance away with good parking facilities . ''
He added the development is `` a significant and unnecessary '' change to the land , while criticising the `` minimal '' community consultation for the plans .
`` There was a consultation to which I replied and objected to .
Now I hear there is 'complete community support ' for the proposal , '' he said .
Gregory Hine , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ objected to the plans claiming he had `` not been invited to contribute to any community consultation '' , despite living `` opposite the proposed development '' .
He said if the application is approved it could set a precedent for future developments , worrying this would create a `` residential street in place of a country lane '' .
However , Cllr Adams-King previously backed the `` community-led scheme '' , believing the church would be able to hold big events without residents having to park on a narrow lane nearby .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a big event at the church the cars have to park on Church Lane , which is narrow .
The applicant and one of the wardens for All Saints Church , Fred Tucker , said : `` It is a long-standing problem and if we get planning permission for the three houses we can provide ourselves with a car park and have a community garden where people can sit in - at no cost to the church .
`` We have also got about 20 spaces left in the graveyard and , although @ @ @ @ @ @ @ burials a year , if we do n't provide that extra space unfortunately people are likely to be buried in the Romsey cemetery .
`` This is not ideal because many people have chosen to be buried near their families , but if we have the extension we will have 100 spaces in total . ''

An application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) to construct the four-bedroom houses west of All Saints Church in Church Lane, Awbridge.
If approved, the church would be able to create a car park with 42 spaces and extend their graveyard, giving them a total of 100 burial spaces.
Now, deputy leader for TVBC, Cllr Nick Adams-King has said he believes the plans are expected to be brought to the Southern Area Planning Committee on February 2 2021.
He said: "I would not expect the parish council to look at the application again until early January, because they have a meeting scheduled for January 12, which would mean I wouldn't expect it to reach the committee until February."
As reported, critics of the controversial application claimed the development is not supported by the community, despite being branded as a "community-led scheme".
Manuel Caballero, who lives in Church Lane, said: "The proposal that the development would increase the community usage of the church is frivolous as Awbridge already has a modern, vibrant village hall a walkable distance away with good parking facilities."
He added the development is "a significant and unnecessary" change to the land, while criticising the "minimal" community consultation for the plans.
"There was a consultation to which I replied and objected to. Now I hear there is 'complete community support' for the proposal," he said.
Gregory Hine, who lives in the same lane, objected to the plans claiming he had "not been invited to contribute to any community consultation", despite living "opposite the proposed development".
He said if the application is approved it could set a precedent for future developments, worrying this would create a "residential street in place of a country lane".
However, Cllr Adams-King previously backed the "community-led scheme", believing the church would be able to hold big events without residents having to park on a narrow lane nearby.
He told the Advertiser when there is a big event at the church the cars have to park on Church Lane, which is narrow.
The applicant and one of the wardens for All Saints Church, Fred Tucker, said: "It is a long-standing problem and if we get planning permission for the three houses we can provide ourselves with a car park and have a community garden where people can sit in - at no cost to the church.
"We have also got about 20 spaces left in the graveyard and, although we don't have a lot of burials a year, if we don't provide that extra space unfortunately people are likely to be buried in the Romsey cemetery.
"This is not ideal because many people have chosen to be buried near their families, but if we have the extension we will have 100 spaces in total."


thedailyecho--2020-12-13--LETTER - Southampton airport flight path blights lives

AMID all the confusion over claims Southampton Airport will go out of business `` with the loss of 2000 jobs '' and it now asking to delay the planning decision while it submits further information , I thought it would be interesting to look at some figures comparing Southampton with Gatwick .
Gatwick is much bigger and has seven times as many air traffic movements , 15 times as many passengers , supports 17 times as many on-site jobs , spends 44 times as much money in the local area and contributes 15 times as much to the economy generally @ @ @ @ @ @ @ expansion .
Yet despite being so much smaller , at Southampton four times as many people will be exposed to aircraft noise than at Gatwick .
The figures show that Gatwick supports 2.5 on-site jobs for every person impacted by noise ; at Southampton 32 people suffer noise for every one person who has a job .
We are being offered a very bad deal .
And `` noise insulation '' for a small percentage of homes wo n't mitigate this , especially as it will do nothing for people who wish to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ local green open spaces that were found so valuable during lockdown .
Perhaps rather than expanding an airport whose flight path blights the lives of many thousands of local people we should be looking at how we can create 2000 jobs in greener industries .
And if it 's really about survival rather than expansion , then to minimise the impact on local people and the environment , perhaps the airport should offer to cap passenger numbers at 2019 levels if it gets its runway extension .
Notes : Gatwick figures taken from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ air traffic movements ) , 46m passengers/year , 23,800 jobs , £132m spent in local economy , £4.1bn GVA ( gross value added .
Noise figures from EBC environmental health planning response : 10450 people exposed above 51dB .
Southampton figures taken from planning application : 39,500 ATMS , 3m passengers/year , 1400 on-site jobs ( note that the “ 2000 jobs ” includes those induced in the wider economy – not included in the Gatwick figures ) , £3m spent in local economy , £275 GVA , 46000 people exposed above 51dB @

An unfair comparison?
Gatwick is much bigger and has seven times as many air traffic movements, 15 times as many passengers, supports 17 times as many on-site jobs, spends 44 times as much money in the local area and contributes 15 times as much to the economy generally compared with what Southampton is offering post expansion.
Yet despite being so much smaller, at Southampton four times as many people will be exposed to aircraft noise than at Gatwick.
The figures show that Gatwick supports 2.5 on-site jobs for every person impacted by noise; at Southampton 32 people suffer noise for every one person who has a job.
We are being offered a very bad deal.
And "noise insulation" for a small percentage of homes won't mitigate this, especially as it will do nothing for people who wish to sit in their gardens or enjoy the local green open spaces that were found so valuable during lockdown.
Perhaps rather than expanding an airport whose flight path blights the lives of many thousands of local people we should be looking at how we can create 2000 jobs in greener industries.
And if it's really about survival rather than expansion, then to minimise the impact on local people and the environment, perhaps the airport should offer to cap passenger numbers at 2019 levels if it gets its runway extension.
Notes: Gatwick figures taken from their 2019 Masterplan: 280,700 ATMs (air traffic movements), 46m passengers/year, 23,800 jobs, £132m spent in local economy, £4.1bn GVA (gross value added. Noise figures from EBC environmental health planning response: 10450 people exposed above 51dB.
Southampton figures taken from planning application: 39,500 ATMS, 3m passengers/year, 1400 on-site jobs (note that the “2000 jobs” includes those induced in the wider economy – not included in the Gatwick figures), £3m spent in local economy, £275 GVA, 46000 people exposed above 51dB.
Angela Cotton
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thedailyecho--2020-12-13--The Hampshire beauty queen going for another national title

Who says marriage should be the end of a beauty queen ’ s reign ?
Aryana Vashisht – a radio presenter from Bassett is will be competing in a national beauty contest for married women .
She hopes to progress onto the international round and prove that being married and over 30 does not have to stand in the way of top flight titles .
No stranger to the pageant circuit , the 33-year-old previously won the title of Ms Diamond 2018 , winning runner up position for the UK in the international awards in Las Vegas .
She is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Mrs Galaxy 2021 – a category designed specifically for married women , having been married to husband Andy for nearly two years .
Aryana described competing in pageants as “ the most empowering hobby any woman can do ” despite the criticism the competitions can attract .
Speaking about her reasons for taking part in pageants , she said : “ Being British Asian , it can be frowned upon in cultures but I do it to empower other women to compete and stand up on stage . ''
She has recently @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Xavier G Medi-Spa Clinic .
The winner will be decided in November 2021 in a ceremony in Chorley , Lancashire and sent to USA for the international round .
On what winning the title would mean to her , Aryana said : “ Being married is so important to me , and to be able to compete as a Mrs in the Galaxy finals means the world .
“ A whole new category , with a whole new meaning to competing in pageantry .
“ I can not wait to get on that @ @ @

Aryana Vashisht – a radio presenter from Bassett is will be competing in a national beauty contest for married women.
She hopes to progress onto the international round and prove that being married and over 30 does not have to stand in the way of top flight titles.
Beauty pageant contestant from Hampshire Aryana Vashisht. Image credit: Aryana Vashisht
No stranger to the pageant circuit, the 33-year-old previously won the title of Ms Diamond 2018, winning runner up position for the UK in the international awards in Las Vegas.
She is now hoping to clinch the title of the Mrs Galaxy 2021 – a category designed specifically for married women, having been married to husband Andy for nearly two years.
Beauty pageant contestant from Hampshire Aryana Vashisht with husband Andy. Image credit: Stacey Clarke Photography
Aryana described competing in pageants as “the most empowering hobby any woman can do” despite the criticism the competitions can attract.
Speaking about her reasons for taking part in pageants, she said: “Being British Asian, it can be frowned upon in cultures but I do it to empower other women to compete and stand up on stage."
She has recently secured sponsorship with local business - Dr Xavier G Medi-Spa Clinic.
Beauty pageant contestant from Hampshire Aryana Vashisht. Image credit: Yolanda Kingdon
The winner will be decided in November 2021 in a ceremony in Chorley, Lancashire and sent to USA for the international round.
On what winning the title would mean to her, Aryana said: “Being married is so important to me, and to be able to compete as a Mrs in the Galaxy finals means the world.
“A whole new category, with a whole new meaning to competing in pageantry.
“I cannot wait to get on that stage!”


thedailyecho--2020-12-13--Southampton charity switches charity Xmas tree on virtually

A Southampton charity dedicated to eradicating loneliness has switched a charity Christmas tree on virtually to raise vital funds .
People can still sponsor lights to remember lost loved ones .
Two trees were switched on via video link at Woolston Millenium Gardens and on St Mark ’ s Church on Archer ’ s Road on Sunday .
In the recording , Mayor of Southampton Sue Blatchford said : `` This year has been so different and difficult for everyone .
for those shielding along with many struggling through lockdown .
`` Communicare is that beacon of light at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ together to tackle the silent epidemic of loneliness and isolation . ''
Watch the virtual switch on below : The event , which is in its 12th year , allows people to sponsor lights on a Christmas tree to remember lost-loved ones .
The switch-on usually draws crowds and involves carol singing though this year the event had to be adapted virtually to comply with COVID regulations .
The money raised goes towards funding Communicare 's vital work in supporting people at risk of loneliness in Southampton through community events and volunteers who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ attending appointments .
People can still sponsor lights on the tree - with a suggested donation of £7 per sponsorship .
If names are received before Dec 16 , they will be printed in The Daily Echo .
If received after , names will still be printed by Communicare in a remembrance book .
A sponsorship form can be found here .
People can also get in touch with the charity to make a donation by calling 023 8021 6022 or emailing events @ communicareinsouthampton.org.uk .

People can still sponsor lights to remember lost loved ones.
Two trees were switched on via video link at Woolston Millenium Gardens and on St Mark’s Church on Archer’s Road on Sunday.
In the recording, Mayor of Southampton Sue Blatchford said: "This year has been so different and difficult for everyone. for those shielding along with many struggling through lockdown.
"Communicare is that beacon of light at the end of the tunnel, bringing people together to tackle the silent epidemic of loneliness and isolation."
Watch the virtual switch on here.
The event, which is in its 12th year, allows people to sponsor lights on a Christmas tree to remember lost-loved ones.
The switch-on usually draws crowds and involves carol singing though this year the event had to be adapted virtually to comply with COVID regulations.
The money raised goes towards funding Communicare's vital work in supporting people at risk of loneliness in Southampton through community events and volunteers who support service-users with daily activities such as attending appointments.
People can still sponsor lights on the tree - with a suggested donation of £7 per sponsorship.
If names are received before Dec 16, they will be printed in The Daily Echo.
If received after, names will still be printed by Communicare in a remembrance book.
A sponsorship form can be found here.
People can also get in touch with the charity to make a donation by calling 023 8021 6022 or emailing events@communicareinsouthampton.org.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-12-13--Top five home beer machines this Christmas

Many of us will be missing a cold , freshly poured pint with pubs closed for much of 2020 due to the ongoing pandemic .
As more people opt to drink at home rather than venturing out for a pint , beer dispensers have become the must-have kitchen gadget of 2020 .
And with rolling lockdowns still on - not to mention grim winter weather - the prospect of a home beer dispenser has become more attractive than ever .
A cold , frothing pint right in the comfort of your living room ?
Bliss .
While in the past @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( flat , warm beer , anyone ?
Thought not ) , modern home beer dispensers are an accomplished proposition .
From temperature control , to proper dispensing taps ( akin to those in a pub ) , counter-top size , and handy refill systems - you wo n't miss the pub at all .
Did we mention the savings ?
We probably should mention how cost effective these machines end up being .
After the initial outlay , you 're cutting out the mark-up you get in any bar .
Pair up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in speakeasy heaven .
Here are our five favourite home beer dispensers This is our absolute favourite , both in terms of taste of the beer dispensed , and the ease of use .
Simply install the beer keg , plug the Blade in , wait for it to cool ( to a crisp 2 degrees Celsius ) , then pour and enjoy .
The 8 litres of beer in the keg will stay frothy and drinking fresh , provided you keep the Blade switched on .
It 's a quiet , discretely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ paper laid side by side , and 47cm tall ) , compatible with many mainstream brands such as Tiger , Heineken , and Birra Moretti .
No CO2 cannisters or extra equipment required , yet it yields professional pints .
A joy .
Buy now , £425 , Beerwulf Altogether cheaper is the Expondo model , which houses and cools 5 litres of beer .
As a bonus , you can chose the temperature of the beer ( for those of you strange sorts who like it warmer ) from anywhere between the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Expondo requires CO2 canisters to work , which is both an advantage and hindrance , depending on how you look at it .
On the one hand it means the machine is compatible with a very wide range of beer brands , on the flipside you do have to replace them .
That side , pub beer utilises CO2 , so you could make an argument for authenticity ( although we preferred the taste of the Blade ) .
It 's a touch smaller than the Blade , too , so better for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ option .
Buy now , £155 , Expondo .
Looking for the crème de la foamy crème ?
This stainless steel model is professional grade , and ready to go in five minutes .
You do n't need to pre-chill any kegs , and it takes 10 , 30 , or 50 litre kegs , should you be throwing a party ( in the future , of course ) .
It 's powered by CO2 , pub-style , and comes with pre-supplied disinfectant tabs to flush it out and keep it hygienic , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - a decked space , with cupboards beneath , but if you 're serious about supping pub-style beers at home , this is the top-of-the line .
Buy now , £1664.99 , Appliances Direct The Krups Compact Sub with 4* 2 litre kegs , £109 Small , powerful , stylish .
The Krups Compact Sub is similar to the Blade only smaller and better looking .
Energy efficient , it chills two litres of beer to 2 degrees Celsius , keeping it fresh for 30 days .
Compatible with the same mainstream brands @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you fancy a half pint of an evening .
Buy now , £109 , Beerwulf .
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As more people opt to drink at home rather than venturing out for a pint, beer dispensers have become the must-have kitchen gadget of 2020.
And with rolling lockdowns still on - not to mention grim winter weather - the prospect of a home beer dispenser has become more attractive than ever. A cold, frothing pint right in the comfort of your living room? Bliss.
While in the past mini-kegs and their ilk have proven underwhelming (flat, warm beer, anyone? Thought not), modern home beer dispensers are an accomplished proposition. From temperature control, to proper dispensing taps (akin to those in a pub), counter-top size, and handy refill systems - you won't miss the pub at all.
Did we mention the savings? We probably should mention how cost effective these machines end up being. After the initial outlay, you're cutting out the mark-up you get in any bar. Pair up with some home-made cocktails and you're in speakeasy heaven.
Here are our five favourite home beer dispensers
The Beerwulf Blade, £425, including 2*8L kegs
This is our absolute favourite, both in terms of taste of the beer dispensed, and the ease of use. Simply install the beer keg, plug the Blade in, wait for it to cool (to a crisp 2 degrees Celsius), then pour and enjoy. The 8 litres of beer in the keg will stay frothy and drinking fresh, provided you keep the Blade switched on.
It's a quiet, discretely sized machine (two A4 sheets of paper laid side by side, and 47cm tall), compatible with many mainstream brands such as Tiger, Heineken, and Birra Moretti. No CO2 cannisters or extra equipment required, yet it yields professional pints. A joy. Buy now, £425, Beerwulf
Expondo Beer Dispenser with Cooler, 5 Litres, £155
Altogether cheaper is the Expondo model, which houses and cools 5 litres of beer. As a bonus, you can chose the temperature of the beer (for those of you strange sorts who like it warmer) from anywhere between the 2 and 12 degrees Celsius.
The Expondo requires CO2 canisters to work, which is both an advantage and hindrance, depending on how you look at it. On the one hand it means the machine is compatible with a very wide range of beer brands, on the flipside you do have to replace them. That side, pub beer utilises CO2, so you could make an argument for authenticity (although we preferred the taste of the Blade).
It's a touch smaller than the Blade, too, so better for cramped kitchens. A well-priced, effective option. Buy now, £155, Expondo.
CDA BVB4SS Integrated Draught Beer Dispenser Stainless Steel, £1664.49
Looking for the crème de la foamy crème? This stainless steel model is professional grade, and ready to go in five minutes. You don't need to pre-chill any kegs, and it takes 10, 30, or 50 litre kegs, should you be throwing a party (in the future, of course).
It's powered by CO2, pub-style, and comes with pre-supplied disinfectant tabs to flush it out and keep it hygienic, simply. It does require some space - a decked space, with cupboards beneath, but if you're serious about supping pub-style beers at home, this is the top-of-the line. Buy now, £1664.99, Appliances Direct
The Krups Compact Sub with 4* 2 litre kegs, £109
Small, powerful, stylish. The Krups Compact Sub is similar to the Blade only smaller and better looking. Energy efficient, it chills two litres of beer to 2 degrees Celsius, keeping it fresh for 30 days. Compatible with the same mainstream brands as the Blade. Perfect for if you fancy a half pint of an evening. Buy now, £109, Beerwulf.
Fizzics DraftPour Beer Dispenser, £149 It's currently sold out every where, but we would be remiss not to mention the Fizzics DraftPour Beer Dispenser, as cunning a machine as we've encountered. Successfully pitched on Shark Tank, it utilises soundwaves to transform a standard canned or bottled beer into a pub-grade draft pour. Gosh, it works - the body of the beer tastes creamier, the head foams perfectly. Especially great for Guinness. Pre-order here, £149, Firebox.
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