thedailyecho--2020-01-22--Mayflower Theatre Peter Pan audiences in £20,000 charity cash boost

PANTOMIME audiences in Southampton dug deep and raised more than £20,000 for two worthy causes .
A total of £20,700 from bucket collections during Mayflower Theatre 's festive run of Peter Pan will be split between the Saints Foundation and Great Ormond Street Hospital .
After seeing the great work of the official charity of Southampton Football Club , Mayflower Theatre decided to nominate them as their chosen charity for collections .
Great Ormond Street Hospital is the national charity chosen by Qdos , the producers of Mayflower Theatre ’ s pantomime , for all of their 34 panto venues @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Partnerships Manager , said : “ The funds will help us deliver our mission of transforming lives in and around Southampton – something I know the Mayflower Theatre are passionate about too – and we hope this is the start of something special for our community.
” Saints Foundation is the club ’ s way of giving back .
By using the power and the passion of the club , they help people to fulfil their potential to be more involved , healthier and empowered members of the community .
Saints Foundation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year from three to 103 .
Saints Foundation aims to invest more than £3million into the local community in the next year .
In 1929 , with the popularity of both the play and the novel firmly established , Barrie unexpectedly and generously gifted his copyright of Peter Pan to Great Ormond Street Hospital and it has continued to benefit ever since .
Every day , 619 children and young people from across the UK arrive at GOSH for life-changing treatments .

A total of £20,700 from bucket collections during Mayflower Theatre's festive run of Peter Pan will be split between the Saints Foundation and Great Ormond Street Hospital.
After seeing the great work of the official charity of Southampton Football Club, Mayflower Theatre decided to nominate them as their chosen charity for collections.
Great Ormond Street Hospital is the national charity chosen by Qdos, the producers of Mayflower Theatre’s pantomime, for all of their 34 panto venues.
Jazz Bhatti, Saints Foundation Fundraising and Partnerships Manager, said: “The funds will help us deliver our mission of transforming lives in and around Southampton – something I know the Mayflower Theatre are passionate about too – and we hope this is the start of something special for our community.”
Saints Foundation is the club’s way of giving back. By using the power and the passion of the club, they help people to fulfil their potential to be more involved, healthier and empowered members of the community. Saints Foundation works with more than 19,000 people each year from three to 103. Saints Foundation aims to invest more than £3million into the local community in the next year.
In 1929, with the popularity of both the play and the novel firmly established, Barrie unexpectedly and generously gifted his copyright of Peter Pan to Great Ormond Street Hospital and it has continued to benefit ever since. Every day, 619 children and young people from across the UK arrive at GOSH for life-changing treatments.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Three dogs seen fighting in early morning brawl at Southampton petrol station

POLICE were called to help separate three fighting dogs in an early-morning petrol station incident .
The dogs reportedly began fighting over food on the forecourt of Tesco 's Petrol station on Tebourba Way , Southampton at around 2.15am today and after failed attempts from the owner to separate the hounds , officers were called to the scene .
According to a witness , who did n't want to be named , two bull mastiffs and one other dog arrived in the back of a white van after the owner pulled up at the petrol station .
He said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ driver had food in the back and the dogs started fighting over the food .
`` One of the dogs got injured and after the driver attempted to separate the dogs , the police were called . ''
Officers attended the incident and have confirmed that there was no injuries to any members of the public .
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said : `` We were called just before 3am to a report of dogs fighting on the Tesco petrol station forecourt on Tebourba Way , Southampton .
`` Officers attended but there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ members of the public and the owner was able to calm the dogs . ''

The dogs reportedly began fighting over food on the forecourt of Tesco's Petrol station on Tebourba Way, Southampton at around 2.15am today and after failed attempts from the owner to separate the hounds, officers were called to the scene.
According to a witness, who didn't want to be named, two bull mastiffs and one other dog arrived in the back of a white van after the owner pulled up at the petrol station.
He said: "The van pulled up and the driver had food in the back and the dogs started fighting over the food.
"One of the dogs got injured and after the driver attempted to separate the dogs, the police were called."
Officers attended the incident and have confirmed that there was no injuries to any members of the public.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "We were called just before 3am to a report of dogs fighting on the Tesco petrol station forecourt on Tebourba Way, Southampton.
"Officers attended but there was no threat or injury to any members of the public and the owner was able to calm the dogs."


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Tributes to Junior Singh who died in crash on M275 towards Southampton

THE “ grief-stricken ” family of a teenage boy who died in a crash on a Hampshire motorway say they have been “ left devastated by his death ” .
Junior Singh , 17 , was driving a blue Ford Focus on the M275 sliproad joining the M27 westbound , towards Southampton , when his car was involved in a crash six days after passing his driving test .
Despite the efforts of the emergency services , he was pronounced dead .
Today , his family have paid tribute to him .
In a statement they said : “ This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ caring , really bubbly , and a cheeky lad .
He lost his life when his car crashed on the M275 and flipped onto its roof .
“ He loved to live life to the full and was not afraid of trying anything new .
He was very helpful in the house and mentally very strong .
“ He was the best son you could every wish for .
Junior always helped with chores and used to drive his mum around whenever she needed a lift , like taking her shopping .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be leaving behind his three brothers Jordan , Nindy and Jujhar , and mum and dad .
“ Junior had passed his driving test six days before he died .
He had just got his car and was really excited .
He was really into his gadgets and conscious about his swag and the way he looked .
He always liked dressing smart .
“ Originally from Portsmouth , he loved Pompey and was a Pompey lad , it was in his blood .
Junior and his family moved to Southampton in October @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been left devastated by his death .
He was very popular , with a huge family .
“ Ironically , Junior had this last status on his Whatsapp status a few days before he died , which said : ‘ Life only comes around once , so do whatever makes you happy , and be with whoever makes you smile ’ .
” On Sunday , - a week after the crash - Junior ’ s friends and family gathered for his memorial at Rose Gardens , Southsea , at 3pm , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ They also laid down flowers next to photographs of Junior with his loved ones .
Officers are investigating the exact circumstances of the collision and are keen to speak with anyone who witnessed it .
Anyone with information can call 101 , quoting 44200014162 .
Alternatively , you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

Junior Singh, 17, was driving a blue Ford Focus on the M275 sliproad joining the M27 westbound, towards Southampton, when his car was involved in a crash six days after passing his driving test.
Despite the efforts of the emergency services, he was pronounced dead.
Today, his family have paid tribute to him.
In a statement they said: “This is heartbreaking. Junior was kind, caring, really bubbly, and a cheeky lad. He lost his life when his car crashed on the M275 and flipped onto its roof.
“He loved to live life to the full and was not afraid of trying anything new. He was very helpful in the house and mentally very strong.
“He was the best son you could every wish for. Junior always helped with chores and used to drive his mum around whenever she needed a lift, like taking her shopping.
“He was the biggest character and will be leaving behind his three brothers Jordan, Nindy and Jujhar, and mum and dad.
“Junior had passed his driving test six days before he died. He had just got his car and was really excited. He was really into his gadgets and conscious about his swag and the way he looked. He always liked dressing smart.
“Originally from Portsmouth, he loved Pompey and was a Pompey lad, it was in his blood. Junior and his family moved to Southampton in October 2019.
"His grief-stricken parents have been left devastated by his death. He was very popular, with a huge family.
“Ironically, Junior had this last status on his Whatsapp status a few days before he died, which said: ‘Life only comes around once, so do whatever makes you happy, and be with whoever makes you smile’.”
On Sunday, - a week after the crash - Junior’s friends and family gathered for his memorial at Rose Gardens, Southsea, at 3pm, and let off balloons in his memory.
They also laid down flowers next to photographs of Junior with his loved ones.
Officers are investigating the exact circumstances of the collision and are keen to speak with anyone who witnessed it.
Anyone with information can call 101, quoting 44200014162. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Dean Randall carried out string of child sex offences over nine years

A MAN has been jailed for 25 years after being found guilty of a string of sex offences .
Dean Randall , 41 , was found guilty of four counts of rape , three counts of buggery , four counts of indecency with a child , and 15 counts of indecent assault , with all offences taking place between 1993 and 2004 in the New Forest .
Southampton Crown Court heard that Randall inflicted a tirade of abuse against his younger victims , who were two boys and one girl .
The victims came forward to police in 2017 to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Randall , of Prince of Wales Road , Bournemouth , denied the charges but was found guilty today .
Detective Sergeant Russ Smith from the Western Investigation Team said : “ Randall perpetrated repeatedly evil crimes against his victims and now adults , they have broken the silence .
`` The verdict and sentence is testament to their courage and bravery in coming forward .
“ I sincerely hope this begins to bring some closure to those he affected , and that it helps others who have suffered similar abuse to find the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the police knowing their voices will be heard.
” Anyone who is a victim of abuse can contact police on 101 and speak to specialist detectives in confidence .

Dean Randall, 41, was found guilty of four counts of rape, three counts of buggery, four counts of indecency with a child, and 15 counts of indecent assault, with all offences taking place between 1993 and 2004 in the New Forest.
Southampton Crown Court heard that Randall inflicted a tirade of abuse against his younger victims, who were two boys and one girl.
The victims came forward to police in 2017 to get justice for what had happened.
Randall, of Prince of Wales Road, Bournemouth, denied the charges but was found guilty today.
Detective Sergeant Russ Smith from the Western Investigation Team said: “Randall perpetrated repeatedly evil crimes against his victims and now adults, they have broken the silence.
"The verdict and sentence is testament to their courage and bravery in coming forward.
“I sincerely hope this begins to bring some closure to those he affected, and that it helps others who have suffered similar abuse to find the confidence to come forward and speak to the police knowing their voices will be heard.”
Anyone who is a victim of abuse can contact police on 101 and speak to specialist detectives in confidence.
An NSPCC spokesperson said: “Randall’s horrific abuse has been brought to light thanks to the bravery of his victims in coming forward.
“Child sexual abuse can cause trauma and pain that lasts a lifetime, and we hope the survivors in this case are getting all the support they need.
“This case highlights that anyone who has been abused can speak out and be listened to, no matter how many years have passed.
“Children can contact Childline 24/7 on 0800 1111 or at www.Childline.org.uk.
Adults who want to report abuse or who are concerned for a child’s wellbeing can contact police or the NSPCC Helpline on 0808 8005000.”


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Car gets stuck on top of M3 central reservation

`` I ACTUALLY could n't believe what I was seeing . ''
Those were the words of a woman who @ @ @ @ @ stuck on top of a central barrier at the southern end of the M3 .
@ @ @ @ @ the incredible footage where the southbound M3 splits into the M27 , said : `` @ @ @ @ @ did turn round to check .
`` He just could n't exit the vehicle as @ @ @ @ @ do so with traffic each side .
`` I can only imagine he tried to @ @ @ @ @ forced over and ended up mounting the central barrier as it rises from the ground @ @ @ @ @ he travelled some distance along it .
`` I actually could n't believe what I @ @ @ @ @ incident happened at about 5pm on Wednesday .

Those were the words of a woman who filmed footage of a car stuck on top of a central barrier at the southern end of the M3.
Rachel King, who took the incredible footage where the southbound M3 splits into the M27, said: "He looked fine but I did turn round to check.
"He just couldn't exit the vehicle as it was not safe to do so with traffic each side.
"I can only imagine he tried to change lanes late or was forced over and ended up mounting the central barrier as it rises from the ground.
"You can see he travelled some distance along it.
"I actually couldn't believe what I was seeing."
The incident happened at about 5pm on Wednesday.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Topshop to shutdown on Above Bar Street, Southampton

A POPULAR fashion retailer is to close its shutters for the last time in Southampton next month .
Topshop and Topman on Above Bar Street will be shutting down on February 29 , but the retailer would not reveal why the Southampton branch would be closing .
Topshop did not give a reason for the closure of the store and would not reveal how many staff are employed there .
However , a city boss has claimed that the closure comes as the company plans to prevent collapse .
A spokesperson from the retailer explained that the company have `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southampton branch other jobs within the Arcadia Group - a multinational company that owns retailers Burton , Dorothy Perkins , Evans , Miss Selfridge , Topman , Topshop , Wallis and the out of town chain Outfit .
In 2015 , Arcadia announced that it would be pulling Dorothy Perkins , Wallis , Burton , Evans and Miss Selfridge from Westquay shopping centre , but said at the time that Topshop would remain unaffected .
A spokesperson from the group said : `` Topshop and Topman Southampton store will cease trading on February @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to offer current staff other employment options within the Arcadia Group .
`` Our customers can still visit the nearby Topshop Topman Whitely Village or shop online . ''
Bargate Councillor Sarah Bogle said that she understands the closure is part of the `` struggling '' Arcadia Group ‘ s plans to `` prevent collapse '' .
She added : `` It ’ s going to leave a big gap on a prime site on Above Bar Street which hope gets a new tenant soon .
`` I don ’ t have a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clearly these are really tough times for retail and challenging times for our High Streets generally in terms of how they evolve and survive .
`` Some retailers have not moved with the times , been complacent and poorly managed , some have been negatively impacted by changing buyer habits of constant bargain-hunting and the rise of online retail .
`` The high costs of large premises and holding high stocks is no doubt another factor. ''
Arcadia Group ’ s particular problems have been much analysed in the business press . ''

Topshop and Topman on Above Bar Street will be shutting down on February 29, but the retailer would not reveal why the Southampton branch would be closing.
Topshop did not give a reason for the closure of the store and would not reveal how many staff are employed there.
However, a city boss has claimed that the closure comes as the company plans to prevent collapse.
A spokesperson from the retailer explained that the company have "endeavoured" to find staff at the Southampton branch other jobs within the Arcadia Group - a multinational company that owns retailers Burton, Dorothy Perkins, Evans, Miss Selfridge, Topman, Topshop, Wallis and the out of town chain Outfit.
In 2015, Arcadia announced that it would be pulling Dorothy Perkins, Wallis, Burton, Evans and Miss Selfridge from Westquay shopping centre, but said at the time that Topshop would remain unaffected.
A spokesperson from the group said: "Topshop and Topman Southampton store will cease trading on February 29, 2020 and we have endeavoured to offer current staff other employment options within the Arcadia Group.
"Our customers can still visit the nearby Topshop Topman Whitely Village or shop online."
Bargate Councillor Sarah Bogle said that she understands the closure is part of the "struggling" Arcadia Group‘s plans to "prevent collapse".
She added: "It’s going to leave a big gap on a prime site on Above Bar Street which hope gets a new tenant soon.
"I don’t have a strong preference for what replaces it but clearly these are really tough times for retail and challenging times for our High Streets generally in terms of how they evolve and survive.
"Some retailers have not moved with the times, been complacent and poorly managed, some have been negatively impacted by changing buyer habits of constant bargain-hunting and the rise of online retail.
"The high costs of large premises and holding high stocks is no doubt another factor.
" Arcadia Group’s particular problems have been much analysed in the business press."


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Handmade Burger Co goes out of business

Handmade Burger Co goes out of business

THE Handmade Burger Co , which has a restaurant in Southampton 's Westquay centre , has gone out of business with the loss of 283 jobs .
As reported by the Daily Echo the chain went bust in 2017 but was rescued after being sold by administrators .
David Griffiths , Conrad Beighton and Paul Masters of Leonard Curtis Business Rescue & Recovery were appointed administrators of the company today , and the firm says despite `` considerable '' efforts , all 18 restaurants across the UK have been closed .
Joint Administrator David Griffiths said : “ The casual @ @ @ @ @ @ @ significant challenges over the last four years , largely as a result of overcapacity in the sector , which has resulted in a significant number of insolvencies .
“ Sales at Handmade Burger Co. restaurants have almost halved during this period , which has proved to be unsustainable .
`` It is disappointing that circumstances have meant that a sale of the business has not been possible in this case , but our focus now should be on those employees affected by this difficult news .
`` We will work hard to provide @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for monies which remain due to them .
”

As reported by the Daily Echo the chain went bust in 2017 but was rescued after being sold by administrators.
David Griffiths, Conrad Beighton and Paul Masters of Leonard Curtis Business Rescue & Recovery were appointed administrators of the company today, and the firm says despite "considerable" efforts, all 18 restaurants across the UK have been closed.
Joint Administrator David Griffiths said: “The casual dining market in the UK has experienced significant challenges over the last four years, largely as a result of overcapacity in the sector, which has resulted in a significant number of insolvencies.
“Sales at Handmade Burger Co. restaurants have almost halved during this period, which has proved to be unsustainable.
"It is disappointing that circumstances have meant that a sale of the business has not been possible in this case, but our focus now should be on those employees affected by this difficult news.
"We will work hard to provide them with all necessary assistance to claim for monies which remain due to them.”


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--NOT GUILTY: Two men accused of attacking Lucy McHugh's stepfather found not guilty

TWO men accused of attacking the stepfather of Lucy McHugh have been cleared of causing him injury .
Charlie Whitemore , 22 , and Wayne Grant , 28 , have been found not guilty of causing grievous bodily harm to Richard Elmes .
Mr Elmes is the partner of Stacey White , the mother of 13-year-old Lucy McHugh , who was murdered by Stephen Nicholson in July 2018 .
In July last year , Nicholson , 25 , of no fixed address , was found guilty of Lucy 's rape and murder and sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the case of Whitemore and Grant follow a three day trial at Southampton Crown Court .
The jury previously heard how an incident took place outside Arrow News , Windrush Road , Millbrook , on Sunday , July 21 last year , in which Mr Elmes suffered a broken elbow .
Jury members unanimously found the pair not guilty this morning .
As well as the grievous bodily harm charge , Whitemore , of Waveney Green , and Grant , of Bryon Road , were found not guilty of an alternative charge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Elmes .
Whitemore , who pleaded guilty to an alternative charge of battery at the beginning of the trial , will be sentenced later today .

Charlie Whitemore, 22, and Wayne Grant, 28, have been found not guilty of causing grievous bodily harm to Richard Elmes.
Mr Elmes is the partner of Stacey White, the mother of 13-year-old Lucy McHugh, who was murdered by Stephen Nicholson in July 2018.
In July last year, Nicholson, 25, of no fixed address, was found guilty of Lucy's rape and murder and sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 33 years.
The verdicts in the case of Whitemore and Grant follow a three day trial at Southampton Crown Court.
The jury previously heard how an incident took place outside Arrow News, Windrush Road, Millbrook, on Sunday, July 21 last year, in which Mr Elmes suffered a broken elbow.
Grant and Whitemore both denied causing grievous bodily harm.
Jury members unanimously found the pair not guilty this morning.
As well as the grievous bodily harm charge, Whitemore, of Waveney Green, and Grant, of Bryon Road, were found not guilty of an alternative charge of causing actual bodily harm to Mr Elmes.
Whitemore, who pleaded guilty to an alternative charge of battery at the beginning of the trial, will be sentenced later today.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Dog nearly dies after eating deadly hemlock plant at Highcliffe beach

DOG OWNERS are being told to be vigilant after a dog nearly died from eating a poisonous plant on a beach .
Kimmy , a one-year old black Labrador , was enjoying a walk on Highcliffe beach in Dorset before falling ill and convulsing as a result of ingesting water hemlock , a potentially deadly plant also known as Cicuta .
Kimmy ’ s owner Sarah Hammett , from Southampton , said : “ Kimmy was doing her usual thing , running around and sniffing things .
She picked up these roots and started eating them “ There were no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t work out what it was , so I took them off her.
” “ We stopped at a café in Mudeford and she started to shiver .
She did it again and again and I knew something was wrong.
” Water hemlock , considered to be one of the most toxic plants in the northern hemisphere , usually grows in marshy areas or on the side of riverbanks .
Although it is believed Kimmy ate the tuber roots of the plant , all parts of the water hemlock are toxic and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 15 minutes .
Thanks to the quick-thinking actions of a complete stranger , who rushed Kimmy and her owner to Priory Veterinary Hospital in Christchurch , the canine was able to make a recovery .
Sarah added : “ I started to Google local vets when a complete stranger came up to me and asked if I needed help .
Without her help , I would have had to wait a lot longer and who knows what would have happened .
“ The vets were outstanding .
When we arrived , the lady @ @ @ @ @ @ @ call and there were two nurses there to take her off me.
” Emma Newton , Priory Veterinary Hospital director , said they have dealt with similar incidents in the past , including cows that could not be saved .
She said : “ When Kimmy came to the surgery , she was shaking and struggling to walk .
We gave her some diazepam which came back up and then we gave her a general anaesthetic to try and flush out her stomach .
“ We would advise other dog owners to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Labradors are notorious for not being very fussy when it comes to what they eat so look out for what they play with and chew on .
“ If you are unsure of the area you are walking your dog in , we advise to keep it on a lead to be sure .
You just need to be vigilant when you are out and about with your dog .
”

Kimmy, a one-year old black Labrador, was enjoying a walk on Highcliffe beach in Dorset before falling ill and convulsing as a result of ingesting water hemlock, a potentially deadly plant also known as Cicuta.
Kimmy’s owner Sarah Hammett, from Southampton, said: “Kimmy was doing her usual thing, running around and sniffing things. She picked up these roots and started eating them
“There were no leaves attached to it so I couldn’t work out what it was, so I took them off her.”
“We stopped at a café in Mudeford and she started to shiver. She did it again and again and I knew something was wrong.”
Water hemlock, considered to be one of the most toxic plants in the northern hemisphere, usually grows in marshy areas or on the side of riverbanks.
Although it is believed Kimmy ate the tuber roots of the plant, all parts of the water hemlock are toxic and can cause death in as little as 15 minutes.
Thanks to the quick-thinking actions of a complete stranger, who rushed Kimmy and her owner to Priory Veterinary Hospital in Christchurch, the canine was able to make a recovery.
Sarah added: “I started to Google local vets when a complete stranger came up to me and asked if I needed help. Without her help, I would have had to wait a lot longer and who knows what would have happened.
“The vets were outstanding. When we arrived, the lady at the reception remembered me from my call and there were two nurses there to take her off me.”
Emma Newton, Priory Veterinary Hospital director, said they have dealt with similar incidents in the past, including cows that could not be saved.
She said: “When Kimmy came to the surgery, she was shaking and struggling to walk. We gave her some diazepam which came back up and then we gave her a general anaesthetic to try and flush out her stomach.
“We would advise other dog owners to be careful when walking your pet near waterways. Labradors are notorious for not being very fussy when it comes to what they eat so look out for what they play with and chew on.
“If you are unsure of the area you are walking your dog in, we advise to keep it on a lead to be sure. You just need to be vigilant when you are out and about with your dog.”


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Knifepoint terror as shop worker threatened by hooded robber at Co-op, Archer's Road

A KNIFE-wielding robber threatened staff at a convenience store before stealing a wad of cash in broad daylight .
Police rushed to the Co-op on Archers Road yesterday , after a hooded man entered the store , demanded money from the till and made off with £260 and some tobacco .
The store was closed off just before 1pm with police tape , while a sign was placed on the shop door , stating : “ Due to unforeseen circumstances , the store will remain closed for the time being.
” However , it was reopened to the public by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up their children from Bannister Primary School , situated opposite the store .
Several parents and nearby residents have since expressed their fears of the “ shocking ” incident .
One parent who picks her daughter up from the school said : “ I am definitely worried .
We come here every day and are regular customers , and my daughter ’ s friends come here too.
” A resident who lives nearby said : “ It ’ s terrible and really shocking .
I went there to get my lottery and a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ robbed .
“ My first question was whether anyone was hurt , because I go in there every day and know everyone in there .
It has made me change my mind about bringing my purse , from now on I will take loose change .
When you live so nearby , it really is scary.
” Another resident said : “ I ’ ve lived here for a year and it does worry me in the sense that there are people like that around here.
” A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ today ( Wednesday 22 January ) to a report of a robbery at the Co-op on Archers Road , Southampton .
“ A man entered the store and threatened a member of staff with a knife and demanded money from the till .
Approximately £260 and some tobacco was stolen .
“ Anyone with information is asked to call us on 101 , quoting 44200026551 “ Alternatively people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 , where information can be left anonymously .
”

Police rushed to the Co-op on Archers Road yesterday, after a hooded man entered the store, demanded money from the till and made off with £260 and some tobacco.
The store was closed off just before 1pm with police tape, while a sign was placed on the shop door, stating: “Due to unforeseen circumstances, the store will remain closed for the time being.”
However, it was reopened to the public by 4pm, when parents were seen picking up their children from Bannister Primary School, situated opposite the store.
Several parents and nearby residents have since expressed their fears of the “shocking” incident.
One parent who picks her daughter up from the school said: “I am definitely worried. We come here every day and are regular customers, and my daughter’s friends come here too.”
A resident who lives nearby said: “It’s terrible and really shocking. I went there to get my lottery and a guard told me the store had been robbed.
“My first question was whether anyone was hurt, because I go in there every day and know everyone in there. It has made me change my mind about bringing my purse, from now on I will take loose change. When you live so nearby, it really is scary.”
Another resident said: “I’ve lived here for a year and it does worry me in the sense that there are people like that around here.”
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: “We were called at 12.47pm today (Wednesday 22 January) to a report of a robbery at the Co-op on Archers Road, Southampton.
“A man entered the store and threatened a member of staff with a knife and demanded money from the till. Approximately £260 and some tobacco was stolen.
“Anyone with information is asked to call us on 101, quoting 44200026551
“Alternatively people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where information can be left anonymously.”


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Household waste, children's toys and part of a car dumped in Kewlake Lane, Bramshaw

THIS IS the 40ft trail of filth left by fly-tippers who targeted a quiet country road in the New Forest .
Household waste , children 's toys and part of a car were among the items dumped in Kewlake Lane , Bramshaw , in an incident which has cost taxpayers hundreds of pounds .
It took New Forest District Council about four hours to remove the rubbish and load it into a 7.5-tonne truck .
One Bramshaw resident said : `` I 've lived here since the early 1990s and it was one of the worst incidents of fly-tipping I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a quiet country lane and I imagine it happened in the middle of the night when no-one was around .
`` I was disgusted when I saw the huge pile of mess .
It was n't just a few items - it was a long trail of waste which appeared to have been tipped out of a slow-moving vehicle . ''
Bramshaw councillor Edward Heron added : `` I 'm appalled that anyone would illegally dump this waste , especially in such an environmentally sensitive place as the New Forest .
`` I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who cleared this fly-tip quickly and professionally and therefore minimised the damage to the environment . ''
A council spokesperson said the cost of removing and disposing of the waste as likely to total about £370 .
Cllr Alison Hoare , cabinet member for environment and regulatory services , added : `` Fly-tipping like this costs New Forest taxpayers a great deal of money as well as spoiling the area .
`` We 'd ask anyone who may have information on who is responsible for this or any other fly-tipping incident to get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 5000 .
`` We would also remind residents and businesses that they 're responsible for checking that the company or individual who is offering to take their waste has a waste carrier 's licence .
`` If their waste is fly-tipped they could also be subject to prosecution.
” The illegal dumping at Kewlake Lane is the latest in a series of fly-tipping incidents which have occurred in the Forest and neighbouring parts of Hampshire , including the Test Valley .
As reported in the Daily Echo , a Hampshire man was recently @ @ @ @ @ @ @ compensation after he was caught fly-tipping .
Justin Fray , 49 , of Arminers Close , Gosport , was spotted dumping garden waste on a footpath and cycleway near the town 's Stoke Lake .

Household waste, children's toys and part of a car were among the items dumped in Kewlake Lane, Bramshaw, in an incident which has cost taxpayers hundreds of pounds.
It took New Forest District Council about four hours to remove the rubbish and load it into a 7.5-tonne truck.
One Bramshaw resident said: "I've lived here since the early 1990s and it was one of the worst incidents of fly-tipping I've ever seen.
"It's a quiet country lane and I imagine it happened in the middle of the night when no-one was around.
"I was disgusted when I saw the huge pile of mess. It wasn't just a few items - it was a long trail of waste which appeared to have been tipped out of a slow-moving vehicle."
Bramshaw councillor Edward Heron added: "I'm appalled that anyone would illegally dump this waste, especially in such an environmentally sensitive place as the New Forest.
"I'd like to thank the street-scenes team who cleared this fly-tip quickly and professionally and therefore minimised the damage to the environment."
A council spokesperson said the cost of removing and disposing of the waste as likely to total about £370.
Cllr Alison Hoare, cabinet member for environment and regulatory services, added: "Fly-tipping like this costs New Forest taxpayers a great deal of money as well as spoiling the area.
"We'd ask anyone who may have information on who is responsible for this or any other fly-tipping incident to get in touch with us on 023 8028 5000.
"We would also remind residents and businesses that they're responsible for checking that the company or individual who is offering to take their waste has a waste carrier's licence.
"If their waste is fly-tipped they could also be subject to prosecution.”
The illegal dumping at Kewlake Lane is the latest in a series of fly-tipping incidents which have occurred in the Forest and neighbouring parts of Hampshire, including the Test Valley.
As reported in the Daily Echo, a Hampshire man was recently fined £320 and told to pay £200 compensation after he was caught fly-tipping.
Justin Fray, 49, of Arminers Close, Gosport, was spotted dumping garden waste on a footpath and cycleway near the town's Stoke Lake.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--VIDEO: Shopworker chases thief who tried to snatch till from city convenience store

A CRYING conman who scammed train passengers by pretending he needed money to spend time with his sick baby in hospital was arrested after he attempted to swipe a till from a Southampton store , the Echo can reveal .
Anthony Loveridge was tackled to the ground by a fearless city shopkeeper who gave chase after the 30-year-old burst into his store and stole his cash register .
The shopkeeper then held Loveridge down until police arrived and arrested him .
As previously reported , the incident took place in Waterloo Local , on Waterloo Road , on December 22 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the store , said he was eating lunch when he saw on CCTV a hooded man burst into the store , grab the till and run out .
The shop keeper then bolted out of the store and chased him down the road .
The 54-year-old caught Loveridge and pulled on his jacket , before holding him down on the floor until officers came to the scene .
The till , which had around £150 in , was recovered .
Ananda said : “ He ( Loveridge ) tried to kick me but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the police grabbed him to help .
“ The police were so quick and arrived in five minutes .
I ’ m so appreciative as they were really helpful.
” He added : “ I ’ m proud of myself because I work hard to earn this money and people shouldn ’ t steal .
Even if it was £10 , that is a lot of money.
” Earlier this month , at Southampton Crown Court , Loveridge was sentenced for the theft , to which he pleaded guilty .
The 30-year-old also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £124 of items from Primark in Southampton on December 13 .
Loveridge also pleaded guilty to eight counts of fraud , which relate to him scamming train passengers out of cash by pretending he needed money to spend time with his sick baby in hospital .
He would make sure passengers heard him crying and speaking on the phone during which he would loudly claim he had a premature son in hospital and needed money for charity accommodation , so he could sleep close by .
Loveridge also tearfully claimed he was homeless @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his partner had falsely undergone surgery days earlier .
Loveridge , of Kendall Avenue , was jailed for two years .

Anthony Loveridge was tackled to the ground by a fearless city shopkeeper who gave chase after the 30-year-old burst into his store and stole his cash register.
The shopkeeper then held Loveridge down until police arrived and arrested him.
As previously reported, the incident took place in Waterloo Local, on Waterloo Road, on December 22.
Ananda Rathnayaka, who works at the store, said he was eating lunch when he saw on CCTV a hooded man burst into the store, grab the till and run out.
The shop keeper then bolted out of the store and chased him down the road.
The 54-year-old caught Loveridge and pulled on his jacket, before holding him down on the floor until officers came to the scene.
The till, which had around £150 in, was recovered.
Ananda said: “He (Loveridge) tried to kick me but missed and then the guy who called the police grabbed him to help.
“The police were so quick and arrived in five minutes. I’m so appreciative as they were really helpful.”
He added: “I’m proud of myself because I work hard to earn this money and people shouldn’t steal. Even if it was £10, that is a lot of money.”
Earlier this month, at Southampton Crown Court, Loveridge was sentenced for the theft, to which he pleaded guilty.
The 30-year-old also pleaded guilty to a separate theft of £124 of items from Primark in Southampton on December 13.
Loveridge also pleaded guilty to eight counts of fraud, which relate to him scamming train passengers out of cash by pretending he needed money to spend time with his sick baby in hospital.
He would make sure passengers heard him crying and speaking on the phone during which he would loudly claim he had a premature son in hospital and needed money for charity accommodation, so he could sleep close by.
Loveridge also tearfully claimed he was homeless, had lost his job and said his partner had falsely undergone surgery days earlier.
Loveridge, of Kendall Avenue, was jailed for two years.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--James Laurie murder probe: Boy, 15, appears in crown court

A 15-YEAR-old boy accused of murdering a Southampton teenager has appeared in crown court .
The boy , who can not be named for legal reasons , appeared at Winchester Crown Court this morning facing an allegation of murder and another of being in possession of a bladed article .
It comes following the death of 17-year-old James Laurie .
James died from a single stab wound to the chest in the morning of Sunday , January 19 , following an incident on Lyndsay Road in Thornhill , Southampton .
The boy , from Andover , appeared before Judge Keith @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the hearing , but the teenager is expected to brought back to the same court on March 25 to enter his plea .
However , talks have begun into a potential trial date beginning on May 4 which is likely to last two to three weeks .
The 15-year-old boy was remanded in custody .
Following James ’ death the family have paid tribute to him .
In a statement , issued through Hampshire Constabulary , the family said : `` We will miss you and your cheeky smile forever .
`` You @ @ @ @ @ @ @ always think of you .
Sleep tight now . ''
Friends of James also paid tribute to James , who has been described as an “ outgoing and funny ” friend , who loved his music and rapping .
“ He loved his rapping , we were only about 12-years-old when he got me into rapping and I ’ ve never stopped since then .
“ We had a lot of memories when we were younger he was a proper good spirit to be around . ''

The boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, appeared at Winchester Crown Court this morning facing an allegation of murder and another of being in possession of a bladed article.
It comes following the death of 17-year-old James Laurie.
James died from a single stab wound to the chest in the morning of Sunday, January 19, following an incident on Lyndsay Road in Thornhill, Southampton.
The boy, from Andover, appeared before Judge Keith Cutler.
No plea was entered during the hearing, but the teenager is expected to brought back to the same court on March 25 to enter his plea.
However, talks have begun into a potential trial date beginning on May 4 which is likely to last two to three weeks.
The 15-year-old boy was remanded in custody.
Following James’ death the family have paid tribute to him.
In a statement, issued through Hampshire Constabulary, the family said: "We will miss you and your cheeky smile forever.
"You were full of life. We will always think of you. Sleep tight now."
Friends of James also paid tribute to James, who has been described as an “outgoing and funny” friend, who loved his music and rapping.
“He loved his rapping, we were only about 12-years-old when he got me into rapping and I’ve never stopped since then.
“We had a lot of memories when we were younger he was a proper good spirit to be around."


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Knife wielding teenager banned from Southampton City College

A TEENAGE boy has been banned from a Southampton college after he was caught with a knife outside the building @ @ @ @ @ caught carrying a knife on March 25 outside Southampton City College on St Mary 's @ @ @ @ @ report just after 4pm on March 25 last year that a boy was seen outside @ @ @ @ @ of a knife .
The boy has now been banned from entering the college .
@ @ @ @ @ Court , the boy pleaded not guilty but was found guilty of carrying a knife @ @ @ @ @ He was handed a youth rehabilitation order in which he must attend appointments with a @ @ @ @ @ , and he must not enter Southampton City College .
He was also ordered to @ @ @ @ @ The Daily Echo contacted Southampton City College but they did not respond .

The 17-year-old boy was caught carrying a knife on March 25 outside Southampton City College on St Mary's Street.
Police received a report just after 4pm on March 25 last year that a boy was seen outside of the college in possession of a knife.
The boy has now been banned from entering the college.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, the boy pleaded not guilty but was found guilty of carrying a knife in a public place.
He was handed a youth rehabilitation order in which he must attend appointments with a relevant officer for six months, and he must not enter Southampton City College.
He was also ordered to pay £20 victim surcharge.
The Daily Echo contacted Southampton City College but they did not respond.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Murder investigation launched after Halloween attack victim dies in hospital

A MAN who was brutally attacked on Halloween has died in hospital .
Hampshire Constabulary has launched a murder investigation and are appealing to the public to get in touch with any information they may have .
The incident occurred on the night of Halloween , October 31 .
The victim , Frazer Brabant , was found in the rear garden of a residential property in Gershwin Road , in Basingstoke , with serious head injuries .
Frazer has remained in hospital ever since but passed away on Tuesday , January 21 .
Detective Inspector Lee McClellan said : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ attack that happened nearly three months ago .
“ Nearly three months that Frazer has spent in hospital , unable to speak or communicate in any way with his family , who were at his bedside throughout and who have been left heartbroken .
“ We are appealing to anyone who has any information about this crime , no matter how small or unimportant you think it is , please get in touch with us .
`` I and my team are committed to finding those responsible and bringing them to justice ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the incident on suspicion of conspiracy to murder .
They are two men in their 30s from Basingstoke and three men in their 20s – two from Basingstoke and one from Middlesex .
They remain under investigation .
Anyone with information can contact police using the link https : //mipp.police.uk/operation/44HC19N04-PO1 or calling 101 , quoting Operation Enhance .
Alternatively , you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

Hampshire Constabulary has launched a murder investigation and are appealing to the public to get in touch with any information they may have.
The incident occurred on the night of Halloween, October 31.
The victim, Frazer Brabant, was found in the rear garden of a residential property in Gershwin Road, in Basingstoke, with serious head injuries.
Frazer has remained in hospital ever since but passed away on Tuesday, January 21.
Detective Inspector Lee McClellan said: “This was an extremely violent and cowardly attack that happened nearly three months ago.
“Nearly three months that Frazer has spent in hospital, unable to speak or communicate in any way with his family, who were at his bedside throughout and who have been left heartbroken.
“We are appealing to anyone who has any information about this crime, no matter how small or unimportant you think it is, please get in touch with us.
"I and my team are committed to finding those responsible and bringing them to justice”
Five people have been arrested in connection with the incident on suspicion of conspiracy to murder.
They are two men in their 30s from Basingstoke and three men in their 20s – two from Basingstoke and one from Middlesex. They remain under investigation.
Anyone with information can contact police using the link https://mipp.police.uk/operation/44HC19N04-PO1 or calling 101, quoting Operation Enhance.
Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--South Western Railway needs to
‘Step up or step aside’

HAMPSHIRE MPs and campaigners are calling for change following speculation a major south coast train operator could be nationalised .
South Western Railway ( SWR ) which operates train services between Hampshire and London could be nationalised by the Department for Transport .
Two local MPs have now slammed the train operator , suggesting a review of how its services are delivered .
It comes after financial statements suggest the franchise is “ not sustainable in the long term ” .
Tory MP for Southampton Itch , Royston Smith , said : “ It ’ s been really awful for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hopes the problems with rail , timetables and delays could be dealt with .
But , perhaps that is not the case .
The government has a responsibility if a franchise can ’ t deliver and it will have to take the South Western Railway franchise back .
It can ’ t go on.
” MP for Winchester , Steve Brine added : “ This is a very clear warning sign and the Secretary of State has a legal duty to do just that .
The service has not been good enough and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to call for a franchise review .
“ My constituents have suffered a poor service for too long .
SWR now need to step up to the plate and change or step aside.
” Meanwhile , Jeremy Varns of SWR Watch , which campaigns for improved rail services , said : “ The problems on SWR have been mounting in recent months , and the company ’ s continued poor performance has translated into dire financial results which undermine the franchise ’ s very existence .
We have long called on the government @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is an opportunity for ministers to put the interests of passengers first .
It is no longer sustainable to have a few large transport groups outbidding each other to run monopoly rail services while rail users face higher fares and declining levels of service .
We need to see a much greater focus on delivering what passengers want and having greater choice through open-access providers to drive up standards and lower costs .
Surely too , the structure of Network Rail needs to be reassessed with its primary functions absorbed into the primary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t forget what while SWR ’ s performance has undoubtedly been dismal , many of the current issues stem from our ageing track and signalling infrastructure which is the responsibility of the state.
” Transport secretary Grant Shapps previously said the operation run by SWR could be transferred to the Operator of Last Resort ( OPR ) , a public sector operator wholly owned by the government department .

South Western Railway (SWR) which operates train services between Hampshire and London could be nationalised by the Department for Transport.
Two local MPs have now slammed the train operator, suggesting a review of how its services are delivered.
It comes after financial statements suggest the franchise is “not sustainable in the long term”.
Tory MP for Southampton Itch, Royston Smith, said: “It’s been really awful for ages. I think we had high hopes the problems with rail, timetables and delays could be dealt with. But, perhaps that is not the case. The government has a responsibility if a franchise can’t deliver and it will have to take the South Western Railway franchise back. It can’t go on.”
MP for Winchester, Steve Brine added: “This is a very clear warning sign and the Secretary of State has a legal duty to do just that. The service has not been good enough and I said I would use my experience to call for a franchise review.
“My constituents have suffered a poor service for too long. SWR now need to step up to the plate and change or step aside.”
Meanwhile, Jeremy Varns of SWR Watch, which campaigns for improved rail services, said: “The problems on SWR have been mounting in recent months, and the company’s continued poor performance has translated into dire financial results which undermine the franchise’s very existence. We have long called on the government to reform the rail industry and now is an opportunity for ministers to put the interests of passengers first. It is no longer sustainable to have a few large transport groups outbidding each other to run monopoly rail services while rail users face higher fares and declining levels of service. We need to see a much greater focus on delivering what passengers want and having greater choice through open-access providers to drive up standards and lower costs. Surely too, the structure of Network Rail needs to be reassessed with its primary functions absorbed into the primary operators within each region. We mustn’t forget what while SWR’s performance has undoubtedly been dismal, many of the current issues stem from our ageing track and signalling infrastructure which is the responsibility of the state.” Transport secretary Grant Shapps previously said the operation run by SWR could be transferred to the Operator of Last Resort (OPR), a public sector operator wholly owned by the government department.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--The opening of Oakwood First School in 1978

These youngsters have baked a cake to commemorate the opening of Oakwood First School in Lordshill , Southampton .
THE @ @ @ @ @ 24 , 1978 when Claudine Harvey , Caroline Jordan , James Bryant and Mark Pearce @ @ @ @ @ school posed for this picture .
The four of them had won a prize for @ @ @ @ @ .
The school , commended in a national competition for design , had been selected @ @ @ @ @ five out of nearly 60 entries .
Back in the late 1970s the school , @ @ @ @ @ taken two years to complete .
After the company rented a hangar in Hamble , @ @ @ @ @ aircraft were put together and flown from the local airfield .
If you have any @ @ @ @ @ to share about this picture , why not leave a comment ?

THE date was Friday, November 24, 1978 when Claudine Harvey, Caroline Jordan, James Bryant and Mark Pearce, all pupils at the school posed for this picture. The four of them had won a prize for the building’s design.
The school, commended in a national competition for design, had been selected as one of the top five out of nearly 60 entries.
Back in the late 1970s the school, which cost £26,000, had taken two years to complete.
If you have any more information you would like to share about this picture, why not leave a comment?


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Ambulance rushes to football match in Hythe after player knocked unconscious

AMBULANCE crews rushed to the scene of a football match in Hythe after a player was knocked unconscious .
During a game between Wessex League Division One teams , Folland Sports FC and Hythe and Dibden FC , Folland player Mason Baptiste was knocked unconscious .
The game kicked off at 7.45 on January 21 at the Hythe Garage Services Stadium in Hythe .
Just before half time , the game was halted as the away team 's number 11 received a head injury which knocked him out .
An ambulance was called to the Hythe Garage Services stadium in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ General Hospital .
According to the club 's twitter account , he was given a `` precautionary CT scan '' at the hospital , before being given the all clear at around 4am on January 22 .
A South Central Ambulance Service spokesperson said : `` We were called out to the game at 20.27pm on January 21 .
One ambulance cre attended the scene , who arrived and treated a man in his 20 's with a head injury before he was taken to Southampton General Hospital . ''
Folland Sports FC @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taken to hospital , and the club went on to lose the Wessex League Division One fixture 5-1 .

During a game between Wessex League Division One teams, Folland Sports FC and Hythe and Dibden FC, Folland player Mason Baptiste was knocked unconscious.
The game kicked off at 7.45 on January 21 at the Hythe Garage Services Stadium in Hythe.
Just before half time, the game was halted as the away team's number 11 received a head injury which knocked him out.
An ambulance was called to the Hythe Garage Services stadium in Hythe and Mason was taken to Southampton General Hospital.
According to the club's twitter account, he was given a "precautionary CT scan" at the hospital, before being given the all clear at around 4am on January 22.
A South Central Ambulance Service spokesperson said: "We were called out to the game at 20.27pm on January 21. One ambulance cre attended the scene, who arrived and treated a man in his 20's with a head injury before he was taken to Southampton General Hospital."
Folland Sports FC were losing 3-0 when the forward was taken to hospital, and the club went on to lose the Wessex League Division One fixture 5-1.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Meet Hampshire's Bella - who could be crowned the UK's hardest working dog

A HAMPSHIRE dog has been shortlisted for the Hardest Working Dog award in a national competition .
Bella , a five-year-old Shetland Sheepdog , from Eastleigh has been nominated for the Autarky Hardest Working Dog in the Sports and Performance Category .
Owned by 12-year-old Rebecca Chuter Smith , the pair have taken part in numerous dog agility competitions during 2019 , qualifying for Crufts and also winning the Agility Club Under 12s Section for the second year running .
The pair are now appealing for people to vote for them in the competition .
Bella was born on December @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brought up and trained by Rebecca , who has also been learning about dog training and agility along the way .
Bella and Rebecca do not live together , which makes their training even harder .
The pair started off by doing obedience classes and quickly gained their bronze , silver and gold Good Citizen Awards through the Kennel Club .
They then started training at Nedlo Dog Agility on a Monday and at Wellow Agility Club on a Wednesday .
They first competed in agility in the latter part of 2017 and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 6 in three years .
The duo qualified twice for the Starters Challenge at the Agility Club show in 2018 and 2019 .
In 2019 , they came third against all height dogs .
They also qualified for Crufts in Young Kennel Club ( YKC ) ABC Agility , YKC Graduate Agility and YKC Under 18 Jumping .
They won YKC Graduate Agility and YKC Under 18 Jumping and also managed to qualify for Crufts 2020 in YKC ABC Agility .
Rebecca ’ s mum , Fiona Smith , said : “ Bella @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Under 12s league for two consecutive years , amassing an impressive 546 points in 2019 .
“ They ’ ve competed in Jersey where they won the Ziggy and Bracken Trophy for Best Small B Dog .
`` They have also won entry into the Channel Islands Dog of the Year in 2018 and 2019 . ''
To vote for Bella as the Autarky Hardest Working Dog , visit : www.autarkyfoods.com/hardestworkingdog/sportsandperf/ .

Bella, a five-year-old Shetland Sheepdog, from Eastleigh has been nominated for the Autarky Hardest Working Dog in the Sports and Performance Category.
Owned by 12-year-old Rebecca Chuter Smith, the pair have taken part in numerous dog agility competitions during 2019, qualifying for Crufts and also winning the Agility Club Under 12s Section for the second year running.
The pair are now appealing for people to vote for them in the competition.
Bella was born on December 8, 2014, and has been brought up and trained by Rebecca, who has also been learning about dog training and agility along the way.
Bella and Rebecca do not live together, which makes their training even harder.
The pair started off by doing obedience classes and quickly gained their bronze, silver and gold Good Citizen Awards through the Kennel Club.
They then started training at Nedlo Dog Agility on a Monday and at Wellow Agility Club on a Wednesday.
They first competed in agility in the latter part of 2017 and have gone from Grade 1 to Grade 6 in three years.
The duo qualified twice for the Starters Challenge at the Agility Club show in 2018 and 2019.
In 2019, they came third against all height dogs.
They also qualified for Crufts in Young Kennel Club (YKC) ABC Agility, YKC Graduate Agility and YKC Under 18 Jumping.
They won YKC Graduate Agility and YKC Under 18 Jumping and also managed to qualify for Crufts 2020 in YKC ABC Agility.
Rebecca’s mum, Fiona Smith, said: “Bella and Rebecca have won the Agility Club Under 12s league for two consecutive years, amassing an impressive 546 points in 2019.
“They’ve competed in Jersey where they won the Ziggy and Bracken Trophy for Best Small B Dog.
"They have also won entry into the Channel Islands Dog of the Year in 2018 and 2019."
To vote for Bella as the Autarky Hardest Working Dog, visit: www.autarkyfoods.com/hardestworkingdog/sportsandperf/.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--The Crown stars Olivia Coleman and Helena Bonham Carter filming Netflix hit in Winchester

ACTRESS Helena Bonham Carter shows playing Princess Margaret is her perfect cup of tea as she films the latest series @ @ @ @ @ Crown .
The British actress was spotted smiling and holding a hot drink as she @ @ @ @ @ for the Netflix show .
The 53-year-old was dressed in funeral attire and casual shoes @ @ @ @ @ Her co-star Olivia Colman - who plays the Queen - was wrapped up more warmly @ @ @ @ @ over her costume and Ugg-style boots as she walked to and from the set at @ @ @ @ @ The Oscar-winning actress - who was seen with a thermos flask in her pocket - @ @ @ @ @ five with a security guard .
It is believed that the cast are using the @ @ @ @ @ shoot scenes involving the 1979 funeral of Lord Mountbatten , who was killed by the @ @ @ @ @ seen dressed in military uniforms as well as funeral costumes .
Filming of the hit @ @ @ @ @ in the city for the last week and was due to finish yesterday .

The British actress was spotted smiling and holding a hot drink as she took part in a shoot for the Netflix show.
The 53-year-old was dressed in funeral attire and casual shoes during filming in Winchester.
Her co-star Olivia Colman - who plays the Queen - was wrapped up more warmly, wearing a puffa coat over her costume and Ugg-style boots as she walked to and from the set at the city's cathedral.
The Oscar-winning actress - who was seen with a thermos flask in her pocket - was pictured exchanging a high five with a security guard.
It is believed that the cast are using the inside of the cathedral to shoot scenes involving the 1979 funeral of Lord Mountbatten, who was killed by the IRA.
Extras have been seen dressed in military uniforms as well as funeral costumes.
Filming of the hit series has been going on in the city for the last week and was due to finish yesterday.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Work begins on new nursery in Eastleigh and is set to create 25 jobs

WORK is underway on a new nursery and community centre in Eastleigh , with 25 jobs set to be created .
This is being built as part of the North Stoneham Park development , to serve residents living in the newly built 1,100 homes .
There will be 95 childcare places at the nursery , while the community facilities will include a café , community hall , youth room , health space and meeting rooms .
Construction is planned to be completed at the end of 2020 and YMCA , will begin running the centre in early 2021 .
Judy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ The nursery will provide a nurturing environment for our youngest children , developing early skills whilst also enabling parents to go to work .
We will also be creating around 25 new jobs for people in the centre.
” This comes as part of a mscheme to build 1,100 homes , a new school , a care home , shops and transport links in Stoneham Park in Eastleigh , which was given the green light in 2015 .
The nursery and community centre will form part of the centre for the new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also include shops , offices and age-restricted flats centred around a landscaped ‘ public ’ square .
Cllr Paul Bicknell , cabinet lead for regeneration at Eastleigh Borough Council , said “ North Stoneham is becoming a new thriving local community and many new residents have already moved in .
The council is committed to supporting initiatives which will allow this new community to flourish and we look forward to working with the YMCA as this exciting facility will form an important part of the new local centre . ''

This is being built as part of the North Stoneham Park development, to serve residents living in the newly built 1,100 homes.
There will be 95 childcare places at the nursery, while the community facilities will include a café, community hall, youth room, health space and meeting rooms.
Construction is planned to be completed at the end of 2020 and YMCA, will begin running the centre in early 2021.
Judy Hillier, Chair of YMCA said: “The nursery will provide a nurturing environment for our youngest children, developing early skills whilst also enabling parents to go to work. We will also be creating around 25 new jobs for people in the centre.”
This comes as part of a mscheme to build 1,100 homes, a new school, a care home, shops and transport links in Stoneham Park in Eastleigh, which was given the green light in 2015.
The nursery and community centre will form part of the centre for the new community at the development, which will also include shops, offices and age-restricted flats centred around a landscaped ‘public’ square.
Cllr Paul Bicknell, cabinet lead for regeneration at Eastleigh Borough Council, said “North Stoneham is becoming a new thriving local community and many new residents have already moved in. The council is committed to supporting initiatives which will allow this new community to flourish and we look forward to working with the YMCA as this exciting facility will form an important part of the new local centre."


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Man armed with hammer targets Eastleigh Store

A MAN armed with a hammer threatened shop staff in Eastleigh before making away with cash from the till .
Officers were called to Megabet on Leigh Road , Eastleigh after a man entered the store holding a hammer and threatened the cashier before stealing cash from the till .
The robbery took place at around 5pm on Monday January 20 after the man arrived at the store on a pushbike .
A member of the public was in the shop at the time and tackled the offender before chasing him on foot .
But the offender managed to escape @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pushbike at the scene .
Police are now appealing to residents for information to help identify the man .
In the released CCTV footage , it shows a man wearing a grey Lonsdale hooded top with black stripes on the arm , who officers want to talk to in connection to this incident .
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said : `` Officers investigating a robbery in Eastleigh have released this image of a man they would like to speak to .
`` We were called just after 5pm on Monday , 20 January @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Megabet on Leigh Road .
`` Do you know the man in the photo – you can ’ t see his face but you may recognise his distinctive top ?
Did you notice anything suspicious in the area that evening ?
Do you know anyone who has had some cash unexpectedly ? ''
Anyone who has any information that may help the investigation is asked to call 101 quoting 44200024142 , or alternatively , people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 , where information can be left anonymously .

Officers were called to Megabet on Leigh Road, Eastleigh after a man entered the store holding a hammer and threatened the cashier before stealing cash from the till.
The robbery took place at around 5pm on Monday January 20 after the man arrived at the store on a pushbike.
A member of the public was in the shop at the time and tackled the offender before chasing him on foot.
But the offender managed to escape after dropping the hammer and leaving the pushbike at the scene.
Police are now appealing to residents for information to help identify the man.
In the released CCTV footage, it shows a man wearing a grey Lonsdale hooded top with black stripes on the arm, who officers want to talk to in connection to this incident.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "Officers investigating a robbery in Eastleigh have released this image of a man they would like to speak to.
"We were called just after 5pm on Monday, 20 January to a report of a robbery at Megabet on Leigh Road.
"Do you know the man in the photo – you can’t see his face but you may recognise his distinctive top? Did you notice anything suspicious in the area that evening? Do you know anyone who has had some cash unexpectedly?"
Anyone who has any information that may help the investigation is asked to call 101 quoting 44200024142, or alternatively, people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where information can be left anonymously.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--READER LETTER: 'Litter and flytipping a blight on our city'

I WAS poised to pen a letter regarding the noticeable litter in the city , when along came a letter from Paddy Maxwell on a similar theme .
Unfortunately it is not just litter blighting our city but also flytipping unwanted items such as discarded bags clothing , old mattresses , household items ... the list is endless .
The problem is unashamed humans in our society .
People obviously don ` t care otherwise they wouldn ` t do it .
It ` s easier to dump it in a secluded area under the cover of darkness rather than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , litter is discarded with no attempt made to locate a bin , for others to clear up !
Presumably they were not trained by their parents as we were when children , of the right and wrongs of littering and back in the ` 50s it wasn ` t a disposable society as we have today .
People seemingly have lost respect for themselves and the environment .
Sadly , it is not just in Southampton .
All over the country there is a problem of waste disposal , costing taxpayers millions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could be better spent on other services that people complain of being cut .
Until peoples conscience 's are pricked into being more considerate , this problem will unfortunately continue .

Unfortunately it is not just litter blighting our city but also flytipping unwanted items such as discarded bags clothing, old mattresses, household items...the list is endless.
The problem is unashamed humans in our society.
People obviously don`t care otherwise they wouldn`t do it.
It`s easier to dump it in a secluded area under the cover of darkness rather than take it to the tip.
Similarly, litter is discarded with no attempt made to locate a bin, for others to clear up!
Presumably they were not trained by their parents as we were when children, of the right and wrongs of littering and back in the `50s it wasn`t a disposable society as we have today.
People seemingly have lost respect for themselves and the environment.
Sadly, it is not just in Southampton.
All over the country there is a problem of waste disposal, costing taxpayers millions in clear up costs.
Money that could be better spent on other services that people complain of being cut.
Until peoples conscience's are pricked into being more considerate, this problem will unfortunately continue.
Richard A Jacob
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Rent prices in Southampton continue to rise over the last year

RENT in Southampton has gone up over the last year costing renters nearly £850 a month , according to a new index .
In Southampton in the final quarter of 2019 , rent was up by 1.7 per cent - with the average rent costing £843 .
But despite the increase , figures have revealed that rent in Southampton is still lower than the national average .
Across the UK , the average monthly rent in the final quarter of 2019 was £886 - up by 2.6 per cent annually .
This was nearly double the 1.4 per cent annual @ @ @ @ @ @ @ earlier , according to the findings from Zoopla .
Tax changes in recent years , which have eaten into landlords ' profits , mean the supply of rental homes has dwindled .
At the same time , demand from tenants has increased , pushing rental prices upwards , according to the index .
It said the 2.6 per cent annual increase in rents across the UK is the highest rate seen in three years .
Richard Donnell , research and insight director at Zoopla , said : `` New investment by landlords has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in 2016 and this has been felt most keenly in southern England where property values are highest and yields lowest .
`` This is creating scarcity and explains why rents are rising . ''
He continued : `` We expect rents to increase by 3.5 % over 2020 as a lack of supply supports faster growth . ''
In neighbouring city Portsmouth , rent has increased by 2.4 per cent at a total of £858 , and in Bournemouth rent has increased by 2.9 per cent at a total of £954 .
Some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ per cent or more annually , including York , Bristol and Nottingham .
In Bristol and York , the relatively high cost of buying a home is likely to be supporting rental demand and , in turn , rental growth , Zoopla said .
In Nottingham , demand for renting has grown faster than the national average over 2019 , it added .
At the other end of the spectrum , rents in Aberdeen are down by 2.9 per cent annually .
The average monthly rents in the fourth quarter of 2019 in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of 2.5 per cent .
In Wales it is £599 , up by 2.7 per cent , Scotland is £628 , up by 3.6 per cent , and in Northern Ireland it is £581 , up by 1.9 per cent .

In Southampton in the final quarter of 2019, rent was up by 1.7 per cent - with the average rent costing £843.
But despite the increase, figures have revealed that rent in Southampton is still lower than the national average.
Across the UK, the average monthly rent in the final quarter of 2019 was £886 - up by 2.6 per cent annually.
This was nearly double the 1.4 per cent annual growth in private rents seen a year earlier, according to the findings from Zoopla.
Tax changes in recent years, which have eaten into landlords' profits, mean the supply of rental homes has dwindled.
At the same time, demand from tenants has increased, pushing rental prices upwards, according to the index.
It said the 2.6 per cent annual increase in rents across the UK is the highest rate seen in three years.
Richard Donnell, research and insight director at Zoopla, said: "New investment by landlords has fallen since the introduction of tax changes in 2016 and this has been felt most keenly in southern England where property values are highest and yields lowest.
"This is creating scarcity and explains why rents are rising."
He continued: "We expect rents to increase by 3.5% over 2020 as a lack of supply supports faster growth."
In neighbouring city Portsmouth, rent has increased by 2.4 per cent at a total of £858, and in Bournemouth rent has increased by 2.9 per cent at a total of £954.
Some cities are seeing rents increase by 5 per cent or more annually, including York, Bristol and Nottingham.
In Bristol and York, the relatively high cost of buying a home is likely to be supporting rental demand and, in turn, rental growth, Zoopla said.
In Nottingham, demand for renting has grown faster than the national average over 2019, it added.
At the other end of the spectrum, rents in Aberdeen are down by 2.9 per cent annually.
The average monthly rents in the fourth quarter of 2019 in England is £910, a total increase of 2.5 per cent.
In Wales it is £599, up by 2.7 per cent, Scotland is £628, up by 3.6 per cent, and in Northern Ireland it is £581, up by 1.9 per cent.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--One sheep killed at Penn Common Road, Bramshaw, and another two killed in Wittensford Lane area of C

One sheep killed at Penn Common Road, Bramshaw, and another two killed in Wittensford Lane area of Cadnam

POLICE have revealed that another three sheep have been killed in the New Forest .
All three animals were found puncture wounds - just weeks after another sheep was stabbed to death and other other animals suffered injuries .
A cow was found with a wound on its neck and two calves grazing at nearby Linwood suffered minor injuries to their shoulders .
At around the same time phallic symbols and the devil 's number - 666 - were sprayed on signs and doors at the 12th century St Peter 's Church , Bramshaw .
One of the latest incidents @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , where another sheep was stabbed to death in November .
The other two deaths occurred in or near Wittensford Lane , which is in the neighbouring parish of Cadnam .
Wittensford Lane is near Kewlake Lane , where a sheep was found stabbed to death earlier this month .
A police spokesman said : `` We are investigating following three sheep deaths in the New Forest .
`` The first incident took place between 5pm on January 16 and 8am on January 17 .
A dead sheep was found in the Wittensford @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to its shoulder .
`` The second incident took place between 9.30pm on January 16 and 8am on January 17 .
The body of a sheep was found off Penn Common Road with puncture wounds to its neck .
`` The third incident was reported on the morning of January 20 .
`` The body of a sheep was found in the Wittensford Lane area .
Enquiries are ongoing to establish the details of this incident .
`` Officers will look to see if there are any links between these sheep deaths and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Forest .
`` Targeted patrols of areas in the Forest will continue .
`` Officers from Hampshire Constabulary ’ s Country Watch team are also liaising with partners , including Verderers and affected livestock owners . ''
Anyone with information on these or any other incidents can call police on 101 , quoting the reference number 44200013948 .

All three animals were found puncture wounds - just weeks after another sheep was stabbed to death and other other animals suffered injuries.
A cow was found with a wound on its neck and two calves grazing at nearby Linwood suffered minor injuries to their shoulders.
At around the same time phallic symbols and the devil's number - 666 - were sprayed on signs and doors at the 12th century St Peter's Church, Bramshaw.
One of the latest incidents occurred at Penn Common Road, Bramshaw, where another sheep was stabbed to death in November.
The other two deaths occurred in or near Wittensford Lane, which is in the neighbouring parish of Cadnam.
Wittensford Lane is near Kewlake Lane, where a sheep was found stabbed to death earlier this month.
A police spokesman said: "We are investigating following three sheep deaths in the New Forest.
"The first incident took place between 5pm on January 16 and 8am on January 17. A dead sheep was found in the Wittensford Lane area, with a puncture wound to its shoulder.
"The second incident took place between 9.30pm on January 16 and 8am on January 17. The body of a sheep was found off Penn Common Road with puncture wounds to its neck.
"The third incident was reported on the morning of January 20.
"The body of a sheep was found in the Wittensford Lane area. Enquiries are ongoing to establish the details of this incident.
"Officers will look to see if there are any links between these sheep deaths and any other similar incidents in the New Forest.
"Targeted patrols of areas in the Forest will continue.
"Officers from Hampshire Constabulary’s Country Watch team are also liaising with partners, including Verderers and affected livestock owners."
Anyone with information on these or any other incidents can call police on 101, quoting the reference number 44200013948.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Plans for new restaurant in the heart of Romsey could be given green light

PLANS to transform a former bank into a restaurant in the heart of Romsey could be given the green .
A planning application has been submitted to Test Valley Borough Council to revamp the closed Santander branch at 14 Market Place .
If approved , the new restaurant could be open from 8am to 11pm seven days a week .
The application has been submitted by Brightbeech Developments Limited and the building currently has a Savills `` to let '' sign outside of it .
Head of licensed leisure at Savills , Kevin Marsh , said : `` We are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the owner , Brightbeech , as Santander do not own it anymore .
`` We have had a lot of interest from restaurants , cafes and coffee shops and , while we have not agreed a deal with anyone , we need the planning application to change the use of the building .
`` We do not know what it will be at the moment , because we have to decide who the successful person will be . ''
He added : `` It is really encouraging to have so much interest in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as a result of rail improvements and the Market Place .
`` Whoever is successful will do very well there , as it faces the right direction of the sun and you can imagine sitting out there in the summer . ''
Cllr Nik Daas , who represents Romsey Abbey on the borough council , said : `` It is obvious that our high-streets are changing and we are moving towards having more restaurants and Romsey has to keep up with the times .
`` I am pleased to see restaurants are flocking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had other cafes and restaurants joining the town lately .
`` It is brilliant and I am all in favour of of it , because no one wants to see empty shops and if we can get them in as soon as possible then we can offer new things to people here . ''
He added : `` It will be interesting to see what is going in that space because it is not massive . ''
A spokesperson from Brightbeech Developments Limited said : `` There are increasing vacancies in retail units @ @ @ @ @ @ @ adopt a more flexible approach to make them more attractive places to visit .
`` To provide an additional restaurant within the heart of the town centre will serve to attract more visitors to Romsey both during the day and in the evening period . ''
The application is due to be decided on by Tuesday , March 10 .

A planning application has been submitted to Test Valley Borough Council to revamp the closed Santander branch at 14 Market Place.
If approved, the new restaurant could be open from 8am to 11pm seven days a week.
The application has been submitted by Brightbeech Developments Limited and the building currently has a Savills "to let" sign outside of it.
Head of licensed leisure at Savills, Kevin Marsh, said: "We are dealing with the property on behalf of the owner, Brightbeech, as Santander do not own it anymore.
"We have had a lot of interest from restaurants, cafes and coffee shops and, while we have not agreed a deal with anyone, we need the planning application to change the use of the building.
"We do not know what it will be at the moment, because we have to decide who the successful person will be."
He added: "It is really encouraging to have so much interest in the property and that has probably come as a result of rail improvements and the Market Place.
"Whoever is successful will do very well there, as it faces the right direction of the sun and you can imagine sitting out there in the summer."
Cllr Nik Daas, who represents Romsey Abbey on the borough council, said: "It is obvious that our high-streets are changing and we are moving towards having more restaurants and Romsey has to keep up with the times.
"I am pleased to see restaurants are flocking to the town, as we have had other cafes and restaurants joining the town lately.
"It is brilliant and I am all in favour of of it, because no one wants to see empty shops and if we can get them in as soon as possible then we can offer new things to people here."
He added: "It will be interesting to see what is going in that space because it is not massive."
A spokesperson from Brightbeech Developments Limited said: "There are increasing vacancies in retail units in town centres and they have to adopt a more flexible approach to make them more attractive places to visit.
"To provide an additional restaurant within the heart of the town centre will serve to attract more visitors to Romsey both during the day and in the evening period."
The application is due to be decided on by Tuesday, March 10.


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Charlatan appeared in court for claiming to be a doctor following patients death

`` Do n't worry , '' Ambrose Lloyd reassured the concerned wife .
`` I have cured worse than him . ''
But four days later , the patient was dead .
Lloyd was a charlatan , incapable of grasping the obvious signs of tuberculosis , despite professing to cure wounds and diseases .
Robert Galsworthy had been under his care for several weeks but instead of improving , his condition deteriorated , so badly his distraught wife Anne sought a second opinion and contacted Dr Pardey who just by looking at her husband realised no hope could be entertained @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , he could only suggest she took him home so they could spend his last hours together .
`` But before you go , please answer me one thing ?
How has he been allowed to get into such an advanced state without medical advice ? ''
She told him he had been under the care of a Dr Lloyd who had convinced her he was not suffering from consumption .
Pardey knew otherwise and in a clandestine visit to his premises in The Ditches , Southampton , saw a handbill which he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ assistant in Lloyd 's absence .
`` That 's not our best bill , '' she told him .
`` Others have more cures in it . ''
Pardey replied : `` My object is not to be cured by Mr Lloyd but I wish to see what authority he uses and his diploma in medicine . ''
And with that he left .
Four days later he received a letter - littered with spelling errors and grammatically incorrect- from Lloyd which read as follows : '' Sir , I have just sent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my advertisement and I am not awhear that I am doeing anything wrong in so doeing as for that paper which you took from my shop has nothing to do which as it is not circueleated in the town , it is brokeing up for od uses the young man that wrote it can be witnesses to the mistake aney day and likewise the printer as not awhear of the misstake untill they came home in print the printer will remember the remark I past at the time those Bills are no yous @ @ @ @ @ @ @ never be mad aney use of it is twelve months ago those bills whear printed I nerver called myself Doctor in my life my proffesseshion is an herbelest and to retail Drugs by licence as I have them to show .
I remain A Lloyd . ''
Pardey returned to his shop where Lloyd in ackowledging the letter , was adamant he had not intentionally done anything wrong .
However , Pardey drew his attention to the plate on his front door which stated 'Mr Lloyd , Professor of Medicine . '
On @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prosecution at the town 's magistrates court on June 2 , 1859 , charging him with wilfully and falsely pretending to Mrs Goldsworthy that he was a practioner in mediciine .
Asked how he would plead , Lloyd prevaricated : `` I ca n't say whether I did or did not .
I am in the habit of selling syrups and medicines and I will tell the truth .
If I am wrong , I hope you will have mercy on me . ''
Pardey said he brought the case to warn the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Southampton professing to be medical men .
However he did want Lloyd to be severely punished .
`` I believe he was acting in ignorance of the law and I merely wish to show him how far the law extends . ''
Mrs Goldswothy then told the court how Lloyd had been treating her husband twice or three times a week and four days before his death he had convinced her that he was not suffering from consumption , and thought it was something to do with his windpipe .
`` He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thought that would do him some good .
On one occasion , he said he thought he should soon get him all right as he had cured some worse than him and he had a cold in his lungs . ''
Asked why she had consulted Lloyd , she replied : `` On the recommendation of my neighbours , one of whom had a leg cured after a doctor had failed and I believed him to be a very clever man .
He never gave me to understand that he was a doctor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up in bills and I had some of them besides . ''
In addition to holding the honour of being the town 's mayor , the presiding magistrate Cllr Barnard was also a chemist by trade who knew how the penniless would seek alternative medicine .
`` Hundreds of poor people go to myself and other druggists when suffering from a specific ailment and seek a remedy for which they pay their penny or twopence and obtain relief .
Such persons would never think of going to a medical man . ''
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the most aggravating character , yet one which required the law to be vindicated albeit with a fine of just 1s plus costs .
`` However , Mr Lloyd , you must remove the sign of 'professor of medicine . '
Lloyd concurred : `` I am very much obliged to you all and give you many thanks .
You will not be finding me doing wrong any more . ''

But four days later, the patient was dead.
Lloyd was a charlatan, incapable of grasping the obvious signs of tuberculosis, despite professing to cure wounds and diseases.
Robert Galsworthy had been under his care for several weeks but instead of improving, his condition deteriorated, so badly his distraught wife Anne sought a second opinion and contacted Dr Pardey who just by looking at her husband realised no hope could be entertained for him.
Letting her down gently, he could only suggest she took him home so they could spend his last hours together.
"But before you go, please answer me one thing? How has he been allowed to get into such an advanced state without medical advice?"
She told him he had been under the care of a Dr Lloyd who had convinced her he was not suffering from consumption.
Pardey knew otherwise and in a clandestine visit to his premises in The Ditches, Southampton, saw a handbill which he took with the consent of his shop assistant in Lloyd's absence.
"That's not our best bill," she told him. "Others have more cures in it."
Pardey replied: "My object is not to be cured by Mr Lloyd but I wish to see what authority he uses and his diploma in medicine."
And with that he left.
Four days later he received a letter - littered with spelling errors and grammatically incorrect- from Lloyd which read as follows:
"Sir, I have just sent this to informe you that this is my advertisement and I am not awhear that I am doeing anything wrong in so doeing as for that paper which you took from my shop has nothing to do which as it is not circueleated in the town, it is brokeing up for od uses the young man that wrote it can be witnesses to the mistake aney day and likewise the printer as not awhear of the misstake untill they came home in print the printer will remember the remark I past at the time those Bills are no yous to me now through that the Bill never be mad aney use of it is twelve months ago those bills whear printed I nerver called myself Doctor in my life my proffesseshion is an herbelest and to retail Drugs by licence as I have them to show. I remain A Lloyd."
Pardey returned to his shop where Lloyd in ackowledging the letter, was adamant he had not intentionally done anything wrong. However, Pardey drew his attention to the plate on his front door which stated 'Mr Lloyd, Professor of Medicine.'
On that basis he took out a private prosecution at the town's magistrates court on June 2, 1859, charging him with wilfully and falsely pretending to Mrs Goldsworthy that he was a practioner in mediciine.
Asked how he would plead, Lloyd prevaricated: "I can't say whether I did or did not. I am in the habit of selling syrups and medicines and I will tell the truth. If I am wrong, I hope you will have mercy on me."
Pardey said he brought the case to warn the public there were many herbalists and parties in Southampton professing to be medical men.
However he did want Lloyd to be severely punished. "I believe he was acting in ignorance of the law and I merely wish to show him how far the law extends."
Mrs Goldswothy then told the court how Lloyd had been treating her husband twice or three times a week and four days before his death he had convinced her that he was not suffering from consumption, and thought it was something to do with his windpipe.
"He took out a bottle of medicine and thought that would do him some good. On one occasion, he said he thought he should soon get him all right as he had cured some worse than him and he had a cold in his lungs."
Asked why she had consulted Lloyd, she replied: "On the recommendation of my neighbours, one of whom had a leg cured after a doctor had failed and I believed him to be a very clever man. He never gave me to understand that he was a doctor or physician. The medicine was wrapped up in bills and I had some of them besides."
In addition to holding the honour of being the town's mayor, the presiding magistrate Cllr Barnard was also a chemist by trade who knew how the penniless would seek alternative medicine.
"Hundreds of poor people go to myself and other druggists when suffering from a specific ailment and seek a remedy for which they pay their penny or twopence and obtain relief. Such persons would never think of going to a medical man."
The Bench considered the case was not of the most aggravating character, yet one which required the law to be vindicated albeit with a fine of just 1s plus costs.
"However, Mr Lloyd, you must remove the sign of 'professor of medicine.'
Lloyd concurred: "I am very much obliged to you all and give you many thanks. You will not be finding me doing wrong any more."


thedailyecho--2020-01-23--Firm creating jobs thanks to cruise ships boom

A COMPANY which refurbishes passenger ships is increasing its staff count by at least 15 per cent amid “ staggering ” growth in the cruise market .
Southampton-based Trimline says it hopes to recruit locally where possible as it looks to increase its head count to around 100 .
The company , based in Trimline House on Paget Street , refurbishes the interiors of cruise ships and ferries .
The cruise industry is currently booming , with 127 new liners to be built between now and 2027 .
Trimline says this has had a huge impact on its order book @ @ @ @ @ @ @ interiors of existing cruise ships to the standard of the new ones .
Trimline ’ s chief operating officer , Ross Welham , said : “ Where possible we like to recruit from within the local community and while our market is quite specialist , there is a lot of marine talent in the area that we hope to attract .
“ Some of the roles we are looking to fill roles include project managers , CAD draughtspeople , ship surveyors and contract support co-ordinator .
“ The joinery workshop is another area @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our in-house joinery expertise increases.
” Trimline was founded in 1965 by Reg Oliver , supported by wife Audrey , after he was made redundant .
He set up shop in a friend ’ s leaky shed with just a sewing machine for company .
He quickly grew his team and moved to more suitable premises .
By the 1980s , Trimline had entered the global cruise refit market and began refurbishing the interior of cruise ships such as QE2 and Canberra .
Reg and Audrey ’ s sons Gary and Michael Oliver @ @ @ @ @ @ @ carrying out their apprenticeships on the shop floor .
Chairman Gary Oliver said : “ After 40 years in this industry , my brother and I still get excited about every project we undertake .
“ Some of our staff have been with us for almost as long as I have and so even though we have grown to be a market-leading business , we still have a family feel .
“ With the growth in the cruise market , the future is looking very bright for Trimline and with the support of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ forward to further organic growth .
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Southampton-based Trimline says it hopes to recruit locally where possible as it looks to increase its head count to around 100.
The company, based in Trimline House on Paget Street, refurbishes the interiors of cruise ships and ferries.
The cruise industry is currently booming, with 127 new liners to be built between now and 2027.
Trimline says this has had a huge impact on its order book as companies approach it to refurbish the interiors of existing cruise ships to the standard of the new ones.
Trimline’s chief operating officer, Ross Welham, said: “Where possible we like to recruit from within the local community and while our market is quite specialist, there is a lot of marine talent in the area that we hope to attract.
“Some of the roles we are looking to fill roles include project managers, CAD draughtspeople, ship surveyors and contract support co-ordinator.
“The joinery workshop is another area we are expanding as the demand for our in-house joinery expertise increases.”
Trimline was founded in 1965 by Reg Oliver, supported by wife Audrey, after he was made redundant. He set up shop in a friend’s leaky shed with just a sewing machine for company.
He quickly grew his team and moved to more suitable premises.
By the 1980s, Trimline had entered the global cruise refit market and began refurbishing the interior of cruise ships such as QE2 and Canberra.
Reg and Audrey’s sons Gary and Michael Oliver joined the business at that time, carrying out their apprenticeships on the shop floor.
Chairman Gary Oliver said: “After 40 years in this industry, my brother and I still get excited about every project we undertake.
“Some of our staff have been with us for almost as long as I have and so even though we have grown to be a market-leading business, we still have a family feel.
“With the growth in the cruise market, the future is looking very bright for Trimline and with the support of our new staff members, we look forward to further organic growth.”