thedailyecho--2020-12-24--How to make your Christmas day gathering safer

For those of us living in Tiers one , two and three , this Christmas probably seems like a gift compared to what people living in Tier 4 are contending with .
Christmas easing has been severely curtailed though even for people in the lower tiers , with households allowed to gather for just one day – Christmas Day itself – rather than the five days previously planned .
People are being urged to keep their Christmas Day gatherings small , short and local in tiers 1,2 and 3 .
Last month , the Environmental and Modelling Group ( EMG @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Behaviours ( SPI-B ) dated November 26 , issued some advice on how to make any Christmas Day plans safer .
Postpone to a later date or opt for the great outdoors .
From the outset , the experts recommend considering whether a physical gathering is really “ essential ” , or whether it could be held at another time in the future , or online instead .
The scientists accept that social events and celebrations in winter “ pose a particular challenge ” , but they reiterate that the virus is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if you are outside .
Christmas Day lunch in the garden ?
Scientists recommend limiting the length of interactions , especially if people are mixing indoors .
They said those “ should be restricted as much as possible and reserved for short duration quality time ” .
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Limit the number of people who meet , and choose the largest space possible Scientists suggest spacing people further apart at the dinner table and cutting the number of people who meet can help reduce the risk and recommend gathering “ in the largest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ advise on “ simple actions ” like rearranging furniture and taking turns to cook and wash up in order to avoid crowding and help people keep a safe distance from one another .
Poorly ventilated spaces pose a higher risk , the scientists said , as they acknowledged the greater likelihood of this happening in cold winter weather when people keep windows closed .
They recommend “ short-term airing ” – by opening windows for between 10 and 15 minutes every hour .
They said extractor fans , especially in kitchens and bathrooms @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and again recommend wearing face coverings when people are not eating or drinking “ to reduce risk further ” .
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Ditch the board games in favour of a quiz Board games involving shared objects are not recommended , experts say .
Games involving lots of shared objects , such as board games , are not recommended .
Scientists say these could be substituted for quiz-based games .
If shared objects are involved , make sure there is good hand hygiene and do your best to avoid touching your face during @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Festive singalongs indoors are not recommended , with experts saying several studies have shown that singing is associated with a high transmission risk especially if ventilation is poor .
And dancing along to your favourite Christmas tunes is not advised either , with scientists saying aerobic activities like high-energy dance fitness have been linked to outbreaks , explaining that this is probably down to higher breathing rates .
They recommend avoiding singing or dancing in indoor spaces , but say that , where this does happen , “ limiting the loudness of singing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ensuring good ventilation and space between people “ are likely to reduce risks ” .
Make sure tissues , wipes , and sanitiser aplenty are all available at any gathering and remember to provide bins to dispose of these .
To remind young children especially , consider using signs and stickers , scientists say .
They state that people should wash or sanitise hands before a meal and ensure those cooking or serving food also practise good hygiene .
Scientists advise that people should avoid physical contact “ as far as possible ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ contact .
They suggest “ gestures such as elbow bumps or air greetings could be used as alternatives ” .
They add : “ If there is physical contact it is a good idea to keep it to the minimum duration , turn faces away and wash hands afterwards.
” The scientists suggest a “ household plan ” could be drawn up to “ include agreements around managing activities and the physical environment ” .
They said it is beneficial to “ explicitly consider vulnerable people and how they may be able to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ involving children where they might be mixing with people who are vulnerable to serious consequences from infection .
They said the plan is most likely to be successful “ if it is clear and accessible for all those involved ” , suggesting a physical or digital document or checklist to ensure everyone involved “ is aware of the ‘ rules ’ they have agreed collaboratively ” .

Christmas easing has been severely curtailed though even for people in the lower tiers, with households allowed to gather for just one day – Christmas Day itself – rather than the five days previously planned.
People are being urged to keep their Christmas Day gatherings small, short and local in tiers 1,2 and 3.
Last month, the Environmental and Modelling Group (EMG) and the Scientific Pandemic Influenza Group on Behaviours (SPI-B) dated November 26, issued some advice on how to make any Christmas Day plans safer.
1. Have an online gathering
Postpone to a later date or opt for the great outdoors. From the outset, the experts recommend considering whether a physical gathering is really “essential”, or whether it could be held at another time in the future, or online instead.
2. Have an event outdoors
The scientists accept that social events and celebrations in winter “pose a particular challenge”, but they reiterate that the virus is much less likely to transmit between people if you are outside. Christmas Day lunch in the garden?
4. Limit the time spent together
Scientists recommend limiting the length of interactions, especially if people are mixing indoors. They said those “should be restricted as much as possible and reserved for short duration quality time”.
5. Limit the number of people who meet, and choose the largest space possible
Scientists suggest spacing people further apart at the dinner table and cutting the number of people who meet can help reduce the risk and recommend gathering “in the largest space that is feasible”.
They advise on “simple actions” like rearranging furniture and taking turns to cook and wash up in order to avoid crowding and help people keep a safe distance from one another.
6. Open windows
Poorly ventilated spaces pose a higher risk, the scientists said, as they acknowledged the greater likelihood of this happening in cold winter weather when people keep windows closed.
They recommend “short-term airing” – by opening windows for between 10 and 15 minutes every hour.
They said extractor fans, especially in kitchens and bathrooms that visitors use, can also help, and again recommend wearing face coverings when people are not eating or drinking “to reduce risk further”.
7. Ditch the board games in favour of a quiz
Board games involving shared objects are not recommended, experts say.
Games involving lots of shared objects, such as board games, are not recommended. Scientists say these could be substituted for quiz-based games.
If shared objects are involved, make sure there is good hand hygiene and do your best to avoid touching your face during the activities, the experts say.
9. Don’t make a song and dance
Festive singalongs indoors are not recommended, with experts saying several studies have shown that singing is associated with a high transmission risk especially if ventilation is poor.
And dancing along to your favourite Christmas tunes is not advised either, with scientists saying aerobic activities like high-energy dance fitness have been linked to outbreaks, explaining that this is probably down to higher breathing rates.
They recommend avoiding singing or dancing in indoor spaces, but say that, where this does happen, “limiting the loudness of singing and the duration of activities” and ensuring good ventilation and space between people “are likely to reduce risks”.
9. Hygiene is key
Hygiene is key at Christmas get-togethers.
Make sure tissues, wipes, and sanitiser aplenty are all available at any gathering and remember to provide bins to dispose of these.
To remind young children especially, consider using signs and stickers, scientists say.
They state that people should wash or sanitise hands before a meal and ensure those cooking or serving food also practise good hygiene.
10. Elbow bumps rather than hugs
Scientists advise that people should avoid physical contact “as far as possible”, especially anything involving face-face or face-hand contact.
They suggest “gestures such as elbow bumps or air greetings could be used as alternatives”.
They add: “If there is physical contact it is a good idea to keep it to the minimum duration, turn faces away and wash hands afterwards.”
11. Plan your gathering
The scientists suggest a “household plan” could be drawn up to “include agreements around managing activities and the physical environment”.
They said it is beneficial to “explicitly consider vulnerable people and how they may be able to participate safely” and note particularly events involving children where they might be mixing with people who are vulnerable to serious consequences from infection.
They said the plan is most likely to be successful “if it is clear and accessible for all those involved”, suggesting a physical or digital document or checklist to ensure everyone involved “is aware of the ‘rules’ they have agreed collaboratively”.


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Eastleigh chef wins British Curry Award

Eastleigh chef wins British Curry Award

AN EASTLEIGH chef has been handed a prestigious award in the British Curry Oscars .
Rahman Shah , from Spice Kitchen in Eastleigh , has been handed unsung chef award at this year ’ s British Curry Awards , which were hosted online for the first time .
The 16th annual ‘ British Curry Oscars ’ were held in association with Just Eat on Thursday , December 17 .
This year ’ s event was hosted by Rory Bremner , with awards presented by high profile celebrities , such as model Caprice , Jess Wright from The Only Way is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Rageh Omar TV broadcaster , TV chef Brian Turner and former tv news reader presenter Alistair Stewart .
Mr Shah , said : “ I ’ m still in shock and can ’ t believe it .
`` I have been working all my life and never ever dreamt that one day I will be honoured by the Industry ’ s Curry Oscar , what a great day .
`` Chefs always do the hard work but never get the opportunity to get any proper recognition , thank you British Curry Awards @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the industry ’ s unsung heroes of the pandemic , as well as the early ‘ curry pioneers ’ who created the industry we know and love today in the 1960s and 1970s .
The ceremony also acknowledged the many hundreds of thousands of meals the curry industry has given to essential workers , including those on the NHS frontline , since coronavirus reached the UK .
In an introduction for the awards , prime minister Boris Johnson said : “ We are all experiencing very challenging times in the wake of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ restaurant industry .
`` It is therefore heartening and fitting that the theme for this year ’ s event is to reward and celebrate all the unsung heroes in the restaurant industry during the pandemic .
“ They have selflessly , tirelessly , and , without prompting , gone out of their way to help their local community , the vulnerable , elderly , isolated , and the NHS by supplying much wanted curries , kindness , and support.
” British Curry Awards founder Enam Ali MBE said : “ I am delighted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Curry Oscars going even through this traumatic time .
The winners this year are among the most exceptional we have known , feeding our friends , loved ones , and those who have defended us throughout this awful pandemic .
“ I look forward to welcoming everyone back in person next year , for what will be the most spectacular celebration ever seen of this £5bn British industry .
”

Rahman Shah, from Spice Kitchen in Eastleigh, has been handed unsung chef award at this year’s British Curry Awards, which were hosted online for the first time.
The 16th annual ‘British Curry Oscars’ were held in association with Just Eat on Thursday, December 17.
This year’s event was hosted by Rory Bremner, with awards presented by high profile celebrities, such as model Caprice, Jess Wright from The Only Way is Essex, Love Island star Amy Hart, Rageh Omar TV broadcaster, TV chef Brian Turner and former tv news reader presenter Alistair Stewart.
Mr Shah, said: “I’m still in shock and can’t believe it.
"I have been working all my life and never ever dreamt that one day I will be honoured by the Industry’s Curry Oscar, what a great day.
"Chefs always do the hard work but never get the opportunity to get any proper recognition, thank you British Curry Awards”
This year’s awards celebrated the industry’s unsung heroes of the pandemic, as well as the early ‘curry pioneers’ who created the industry we know and love today in the 1960s and 1970s.
The ceremony also acknowledged the many hundreds of thousands of meals the curry industry has given to essential workers, including those on the NHS frontline, since coronavirus reached the UK.
In an introduction for the awards, prime minister Boris Johnson said: “We are all experiencing very challenging times in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, particularly for the UK restaurant industry.
"It is therefore heartening and fitting that the theme for this year’s event is to reward and celebrate all the unsung heroes in the restaurant industry during the pandemic.
“They have selflessly, tirelessly, and, without prompting, gone out of their way to help their local community, the vulnerable, elderly, isolated, and the NHS by supplying much wanted curries, kindness, and support.”
British Curry Awards founder Enam Ali MBE said: “I am delighted that we have been able to keep the Curry Oscars going even through this traumatic time. The winners this year are among the most exceptional we have known, feeding our friends, loved ones, and those who have defended us throughout this awful pandemic.
“I look forward to welcoming everyone back in person next year, for what will be the most spectacular celebration ever seen of this £5bn British industry.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Southampton man caught drug driving is banned from roads

A SOUTHAMPTON drug driver caught under the influence of cannabis has been banned from the roads .
Ionut-Bogdan Predescu was @ @ @ @ @ Vauxhall Astra on Shirley Road on June 26 .
The 32-year-old was found to have @ @ @ @ @ of cannabis - in his blood .
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates ' Court , he @ @ @ @ @ of drug driving .
Predescu , of Northumberland Road , Southampton , was disqualified from @ @ @ @ @ fined £266 .
He was also ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a @ @ @ @ @

Ionut-Bogdan Predescu was caught drug driving in a Vauxhall Astra on Shirley Road on June 26.
The 32-year-old was found to have THC - a breakdown product of cannabis - in his blood.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, he pleaded guilty to one count of drug driving.
Predescu, of Northumberland Road, Southampton, was disqualified from driving for 12 months and fined £266.
He was also ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £34.


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Romsey Town Football Club cleans up its act in new report by Food Standards Agency

A ROMSEY football club has cleaned up its act after it was slammed in a damning report when health inspectors found `` grimy '' kitchen equipment .
The Food Standards Agency , who inspected Romsey Town Football Club , Bypass Ground , last year said a `` major improvement '' was necessary and gave it a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5 .
At the time , inspectors , who worked with Test Valley Borough Council , discovered the football club 's frying unit , chest freezers , refrigerator seals and air circulatory fan units were `` grimy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the club has been awarded 4 stars by environmental health officers after no food hygiene and safety issues were noted in their latest report .
The officer who carried out the report commended the club for having a refurbishment since the last inspection , while recommending gaps between the ceiling and wall in the premise should be sealed .
Romsey Town Football Club 's secretary , Alastair Bark , said : `` We are delighted to have improved our hygiene rating .
This and the other improvements to our facilities are a testament @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of dedicated volunteers .
`` We have been fortunate enough to receive some great support and sponsorship from businesses in and around Romsey to achieve this .
`` Without their generosity the situation could have been much different .
We are also working together with the council regarding these and further improvements . ''
When asked how coronavirus has affected their season , Alastair said : `` Covid has made things difficult for us and we have had to evolve very quickly .
`` But , by implementing no standing areas , a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can continue to provide football for the community to watch and enjoy , while ensuring their well-being and safety .
`` We would be more than happy to welcome any new supporters to the AEC Protection Ground in the near future . ''

The Food Standards Agency, who inspected Romsey Town Football Club, Bypass Ground, last year said a "major improvement" was necessary and gave it a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5.
At the time, inspectors, who worked with Test Valley Borough Council, discovered the football club's frying unit, chest freezers, refrigerator seals and air circulatory fan units were "grimy and not clean".
Now, the club has been awarded 4 stars by environmental health officers after no food hygiene and safety issues were noted in their latest report.
The officer who carried out the report commended the club for having a refurbishment since the last inspection, while recommending gaps between the ceiling and wall in the premise should be sealed.
Romsey Town Football Club's secretary, Alastair Bark, said: "We are delighted to have improved our hygiene rating. This and the other improvements to our facilities are a testament to the hard work of a team of dedicated volunteers.
"We have been fortunate enough to receive some great support and sponsorship from businesses in and around Romsey to achieve this.
"Without their generosity the situation could have been much different. We are also working together with the council regarding these and further improvements."
When asked how coronavirus has affected their season, Alastair said: "Covid has made things difficult for us and we have had to evolve very quickly.
"But, by implementing no standing areas, a one-way system and reducing our capacity we can continue to provide football for the community to watch and enjoy, while ensuring their well-being and safety.
"We would be more than happy to welcome any new supporters to the AEC Protection Ground in the near future."
The inspection happened on October 21.


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--These tiny tots are looking forward to their first Christmas in Hampshire

THESE darling new arrivals are looking forward to their first Christmas at home with their families .
Each of these five Hampshire newborns have spent the first weeks of their life either under lockdown or with limited access to wider family and friends for first cuddles .
But they bring hope for 2021 despite the continuing Covid situation they were born in to .
The tiny tots were all born at Princess Anne Hospital in Southampton and are healthy and happy at home .
Click here to send us a picture of your baby ROWAN Phillip Smith is a son @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a baby brother for Oakley and Willow .
He came into the world at Princess Anne Hospital on December 6 , weighing 7lbs 8oz .
MASON James Gray arrived at Princess Anne Hospital on November 24 , weighing 6lbs 7oz .
He ’ s a son for Danielle and Ricky from Hythe .
EVELYN Alisha Rose Arnold is the long-awaited first child of Sarah and Ryan from Lordshill .
She weighed 6lbs 1oz at birth on November 23 .
TOMMY Franklin Richards , son of Megan Plunkett and Michael Richards of Maybush , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , weighing 8lbs 4oz .
ISABELLA Louise Angela Oram is a first born child for Ines Texeira and Josh Oram .
Born on August 15 in Southampton , she weighed 7lbs 3oz .

Each of these five Hampshire newborns have spent the first weeks of their life either under lockdown or with limited access to wider family and friends for first cuddles.
But they bring hope for 2021 despite the continuing Covid situation they were born in to.
The tiny tots were all born at Princess Anne Hospital in Southampton and are healthy and happy at home.
Click here to send us a picture of your baby
ROWAN Phillip Smith is a son for Katie Chivers and Jordan Smith and a baby brother for Oakley and Willow. He came into the world at Princess Anne Hospital on December 6, weighing 7lbs 8oz.
MASON James Gray arrived at Princess Anne Hospital on November 24, weighing 6lbs 7oz. He’s a son for Danielle and Ricky from Hythe.
EVELYN Alisha Rose Arnold is the long-awaited first child of Sarah and Ryan from Lordshill. She weighed 6lbs 1oz at birth on November 23.
TOMMY Franklin Richards, son of Megan Plunkett and Michael Richards of Maybush, came into the world on October 12, weighing 8lbs 4oz.
ISABELLA Louise Angela Oram is a first born child for Ines Texeira and Josh Oram. Born on August 15 in Southampton, she weighed 7lbs 3oz.


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Elsa from Frozen, a champion boxer and a national treasure are among our celebrity selfies

WE 'RE once again taking a look back at a time when celebrities were allowed to pose for selfies with @ @ @ @ @ even allowed the odd hug .
These Hampshire residents were enjoying some impressive five minutes @ @ @ @ @ collection of pictures .
They include the voice of Elsa from Frozen and national treasure @ @ @ @ @ Dave Grohl , Gazza and The Queen of the Castle are among your celebrity pictures @ @ @ @ @ Liam Gallagher photographed by our readers Boxer Ricky Hatton turned up in Tenerife while news @ @ @ @ @ closer to home in Shirley .
Hollyoaks actor Jamie Lomas , meanwhile , was enjoying @ @ @ @ @ .
To send us your celebrity selfie , click here

These Hampshire residents were enjoying some impressive five minutes of fame in this latest collection of pictures.
They include the voice of Elsa from Frozen and national treasure Dame Julie Walters.
Boxer Ricky Hatton turned up in Tenerife while news presenter Sally Taylor was captured closer to home in Shirley. Hollyoaks actor Jamie Lomas, meanwhile, was enjoying a theme park day out.
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thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Woman banned from the roads for drink driving

A HAMPSHIRE woman caught drink-driving as been banned from the roads .
Sara Tabb committed the offence at Marsh Lane @ @ @ @ @ .
The 42-year-old was found to have 60 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of @ @ @ @ @ limit of 35 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath .
Appearing at Southampton @ @ @ @ @ pleaded guilty to one count of drink driving .
Tabb , of Spartina Drive , @ @ @ @ @ driving for 17 months and fined £120 .
She was also ordered to pay court @ @ @ @ @ victim surcharge of £85 .

Sara Tabb committed the offence at Marsh Lane in Lymington on November 11.
The 42-year-old was found to have 60 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath, exceeding the legal limit of 35 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, she pleaded guilty to one count of drink driving.
Tabb, of Spartina Drive, Lymington, was disqualified from driving for 17 months and fined £120.
She was also ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £85.


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Your furry friends in their festive finest this Christmas Eve

HERE are some of your furry friends in their festive finest !
Today we feature seven pooches getting in the @ @ @ @ @ in Santa hats , donning their reindeer antlers or posing for festive scenes in and @ @ @ @ @ Staffordshire bull terriers Bella , Delta and Willow have been helping out with the decorations @ @ @ @ @ ready to help Santa pull his sleigh tonight .
This is the last in our @ @ @ @ @ .
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Today we feature seven pooches getting in the Christmas spirit by dressing up in Santa hats, donning their reindeer antlers or posing for festive scenes in and around Southampton.
Dalmatian and Staffordshire bull terriers Bella, Delta and Willow have been helping out with the decorations, while cockapoo Chester is ready to help Santa pull his sleigh tonight.
This is the last in our series of festive pets features.
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thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Southampton woman living with cancer brings a Christmas thanks to city nurses

A TEAM of Southampton nurses were in for a Christmas surprise thanks to one of their brave patients .
Jacqueline Ridout from Southampton was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in early 2016 .
Towards the end of 2019 , she had her first mammogram and it was discovered she had breast cancer .
Jaqueline found herself back in hospital and had a left breast mastectomy .
She told the Daily Echo : `` I live with cancer and since my relapse to my spleen , and it is a complex situation , the best way to treat this is to take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my life to prevent cancer from spreading . ''
This Christmas , Jaqueline took it upon herself to thank those who have worked hard to comfort and treat her during these challenging years .
Last week , she arrived at Southampton General Hospital to thank the Macmillan nurses for all their hard work .
Jacqueline brought hampers full of goodies for the nurses to enjoy .
The hampers included crackers , chocolate , biscuits , crisps and dried fruit all wrapped up in cellophane with with festive ribbons and labels .
`` My @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but I am still here living my life because of the amazing people who work at the hospital , '' she said .
`` Every month I go for appointments and I sit and observe them in their busy fast-paced environment , ensuring they give the best care they can to each individual .
`` Being a regular to oncology has opened my eyes as to just how many people attend this place who are affected by cancer .
`` I feel that everyone involved in helping people like me to stay alive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ my guardian angels .
`` I thank them from the bottom of my heart . ''

Jacqueline Ridout from Southampton was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in early 2016. Towards the end of 2019, she had her first mammogram and it was discovered she had breast cancer.
Jaqueline found herself back in hospital and had a left breast mastectomy.
She told the Daily Echo: " I live with cancer and since my relapse to my spleen, and it is a complex situation, the best way to treat this is to take maintenance drugs daily for the rest of my life to prevent cancer from spreading."
This Christmas, Jaqueline took it upon herself to thank those who have worked hard to comfort and treat her during these challenging years.
Last week, she arrived at Southampton General Hospital to thank the Macmillan nurses for all their hard work.
Jacqueline brought hampers full of goodies for the nurses to enjoy.
The hampers included crackers, chocolate, biscuits, crisps and dried fruit all wrapped up in cellophane with with festive ribbons and labels.
"My body may look like a jigsaw puzzle but I am still here living my life because of the amazing people who work at the hospital," she said.
"Every month I go for appointments and I sit and observe them in their busy fast-paced environment, ensuring they give the best care they can to each individual.
"Being a regular to oncology has opened my eyes as to just how many people attend this place who are affected by cancer.
"I feel that everyone involved in helping people like me to stay alive has such a gift and they are my guardian angels.
"I thank them from the bottom of my heart."


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Driver banned for speeding on the M27

Driver banned for speeding on the M27

MAGISTRATES have banned a driver who speeded in the temporary zone of the M27 .
Matthew Dickinson , 34 , @ @ @ @ @ Mercedes at 61mph in the 50-zone of the M27 westbound between junction 5-4 on June @ @ @ @ @ is in place whilst the Smart Motorway is being built .
Dickinson , of Galsworthy @ @ @ @ @ not present in court and was found guilty under the single justice procedure .
The @ @ @ @ @ for six months because of repeat offending and fined him £200 with an £85 victim @ @ @ @ @

Matthew Dickinson, 34, was recorded driving an H-reg Mercedes at 61mph in the 50-zone of the M27 westbound between junction 5-4 on June 6.
The temporary limit is in place whilst the Smart Motorway is being built.
Dickinson, of Galsworthy Road, Totton, was not present in court and was found guilty under the single justice procedure.
The magistrates in Basingstoke banned him for six months because of repeat offending and fined him £200 with an £85 victim surcharge and £85 costs.


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Colten Care sends donated items to food banks

A CARE home `` task force '' is helping community food banks in their bid to support families in need over the Christmas period .
It follows the introduction of food donation boxes at Colten Care ’ s head office at Ringwood and its 21 care homes in Hampshire , Dorset and two other counties .
Staff , residents ’ families and other donors have dropped off hundreds of essential items .
Colten employees have helped by taking donations direct to their nearest food bank , seeing first-hand how parcels are assembled and distributed .
Lorraine Bell , of Linden @ @ @ @ @ @ @ left `` humbled and in awe '' following her visit to the New Forest Basics Bank .
She said : “ The volunteers who give their time for free are incredible .
It was a privilege see what they do .
This is humanity at its best.
” • Campaign to help food banks struggling to cope with soaring demand Lorraine was even moved to write a poem about her experience .
Oliver Stanley , chairman of the bank , has been reading it out to volunteers as they pack food parcels and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lorraine has told us brings a tear to my eye , such is her sincerity and goodwill .
`` We are so grateful to Colten Care , their contribution has been absolutely outstanding .
Over this festive season we are filling and delivering hundreds more parcels and boxes than normal and we really couldn ’ t be doing this without such support.
” Staff at the Woodpeckers care home in Brockenhurst have helped out .
As well as collecting items for Lyndhurst Food Bank , they have provided a spare Christmas tree for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ without .
Katja Williams is companionship team leader at the Castle View care home in Dorchester .
She said : “ We all recognise the vital services that food banks provide for our local communities .
The pandemic has had a huge impact with much greater demands from people needing their support .
‘ Tis the season to be giving and we are only too happy to do our bit to help.
” Mark Aitcheson , Colten Care 's chief executive , said it had been `` truly heart-warming '' to see the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and their families .
`` Everyone is on board with our goal of supporting vulnerable people at this time of rising demand for food banks , '' he said .

It follows the introduction of food donation boxes at Colten Care’s head office at Ringwood and its 21 care homes in Hampshire, Dorset and two other counties.
Staff, residents’ families and other donors have dropped off hundreds of essential items.
Colten employees have helped by taking donations direct to their nearest food bank, seeing first-hand how parcels are assembled and distributed.
Lorraine Bell, of Linden House, Lymington, said she was left "humbled and in awe" following her visit to the New Forest Basics Bank.
She said: “The volunteers who give their time for free are incredible. It was a privilege see what they do. This is humanity at its best.”
Lorraine was even moved to write a poem about her experience. Oliver Stanley, chairman of the bank, has been reading it out to volunteers as they pack food parcels and hampers.
He said: "What Lorraine has told us brings a tear to my eye, such is her sincerity and goodwill.
"We are so grateful to Colten Care, their contribution has been absolutely outstanding. Over this festive season we are filling and delivering hundreds more parcels and boxes than normal and we really couldn’t be doing this without such support.”
Staff at the Woodpeckers care home in Brockenhurst have helped out.
As well as collecting items for Lyndhurst Food Bank, they have provided a spare Christmas tree for a family who would otherwise have gone without.
Katja Williams is companionship team leader at the Castle View care home in Dorchester.
She said: “We all recognise the vital services that food banks provide for our local communities. The pandemic has had a huge impact with much greater demands from people needing their support. ‘Tis the season to be giving and we are only too happy to do our bit to help.”
Mark Aitcheson, Colten Care's chief executive, said it had been "truly heart-warming" to see the response of staff, care home residents and their families.
"Everyone is on board with our goal of supporting vulnerable people at this time of rising demand for food banks," he said.


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Trees decorated with Christmas baubles at Southampton Common

A CORNER of Southampton Common has again been decorated with Christmas baubles .
Beverley Rivett , from Shirley , started decorating the trees in and around Southampton Old Cemetery four years ago .
She said it all started when she was taking a bag of old baubles to a charity shop and decided to hang one on a tree .
Having seen how nice it looked , Beverley decided to hang up more baubles , and has been doing it every Christmas ever since .
• Pennington 's woolly Christmas knitted in the New Forest Beverley said : “ It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then in the last few years , a friend has started doing it with me , as well as my partner , my son and his girlfriend .
“ We go there with bags full of baubles , step ladders and torches and we just put them up late at night so nobody knows its us .
“ When we ’ re walking about with our dogs on the common , we see people having their pictures taken underneath the trees .
“ Now its caught on , a lot of people are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ With her friends and family , Beverley has decorated eight trees in total this year .
She decided to post pictures of the decorations on Facebook , and her post has now been liked over 1,500 times .
She added : “ I think it just gives people pleasure when they go for a walk on the common .
“ People were actually putting baubles up before we did this year .
“ Normally we stick to the rules , and take them down 12 days after Christmas and put them up 12 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ put them up early because of everything that is going on.
” Beverley said her family always look forward to hanging the decorations up , and plans to continue for years to come .

Beverley Rivett, from Shirley, started decorating the trees in and around Southampton Old Cemetery four years ago.
She said it all started when she was taking a bag of old baubles to a charity shop and decided to hang one on a tree.
Having seen how nice it looked, Beverley decided to hang up more baubles, and has been doing it every Christmas ever since.
Beverley said: “It was just me doing it, and then in the last few years, a friend has started doing it with me, as well as my partner, my son and his girlfriend.
“We go there with bags full of baubles, step ladders and torches and we just put them up late at night so nobody knows its us.
“When we’re walking about with our dogs on the common, we see people having their pictures taken underneath the trees.
“Now its caught on, a lot of people are taking their own baubles up there.”
With her friends and family, Beverley has decorated eight trees in total this year.
She decided to post pictures of the decorations on Facebook, and her post has now been liked over 1,500 times.
She added: “I think it just gives people pleasure when they go for a walk on the common.
“People were actually putting baubles up before we did this year.
“Normally we stick to the rules, and take them down 12 days after Christmas and put them up 12 days before, but this year we put them up early because of everything that is going on.”
Beverley said her family always look forward to hanging the decorations up, and plans to continue for years to come.


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--The Queen's most memorable Christmas Day speeches

Every Christmas , millions of us in the UK and across the Commonwealth gather around to listen to the Queen ’ s Christmas speech .
The Queen and her husband , Prince Phillip , wo n't be be celebrating Christmas at Sandringham this year , for the first time in 33 years .
The Queen made her first Christmas Day speech in 1952 following the death of her father , King George VI .
2020 will be her 68th Christmas Day message , but of her 67 speeches so far , which ones have been most memorable ?
Here are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ memorable Christmas Day messages .
1952 was a special occasion for Her Majesty as it was her first Christmas as Queen – and her first without her late father .
Sitting at the same desk as her father King George VI the previous year she said : `` Each Christmas , at this time , my beloved father broadcast a message to his people in all parts of the world .
Today I am doing this to you , who are now my people . ''
The following June was to be her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ message with a request for prayer from all religions .
“ “ You will be keeping it as a holiday ; but I want to ask you all , whatever your religion may be , to pray for me on that day , ” she said .
“ To pray that God may give me wisdom and strength to carry out the solemn promises I shall be making , and that I may faithfully serve him and you , all the days of my life.
” The first year the Queen ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ young Queen Elizabeth II brought the monarchy into the modern era .
For the first time , people could see inside her home and see the face of their Queen as she addressed the nation .
The 1992 speech sticks in the memory as it was the year the Queen sued The Sun for publishing her Christmas message two days early .
The Queen was awarded £200,000 in damages which she donated to charity .
It was a turbulent year for the royal family after three of her children went through divorce and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a fire .
She said : “ Like many other families , we have lived through some difficult days this year .
“ The prayers , understanding , and sympathy given to us by so many of you , in good times and bad , have lent us great support and encouragement .
“ It has touched me deeply that much of this has come from those of you who have troubles of your own.
” 1997 was an emotional speech as it was the year Princess Diana died in tragic circumstances – @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be made available on the internet .
In an emotional speech she referenced the national grief following the death of Princess Diana and the comfort her family found in the nation ’ s support .
She said : “ We all felt the shock and sorrow of Diana ’ s death .
Thousands upon thousands of you expressed your grief most poignantly in the wonderful flowers and messages left in tribute to her.
” As pictures of the Diana ’ s funeral played out on the screen she added : “ That was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to her.
” At nine minutes and 50 seconds it was the longest-ever Christmas Day message from a British monarch .
2012 was a year of celebration , it was the year the UK hosted the Olympic Games and the year the nation celebrated the Queen ’ s Diamond Jubilee .
“ This past year has been one of great celebration for many , the enthusiasm which greeted the Diamond Jubilee was of course especially memorable for me and my family , ” she said .
“ It was humbling that so many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ duty which passed to me 60 years ago.
” She added : “ That same spirit was also in evidence from the moment the Olympic flame arrived on these shores .
”

The Queen and her husband, Prince Phillip, won't be be celebrating Christmas at Sandringham this year, for the first time in 33 years.
The Queen made her first Christmas Day speech in 1952 following the death of her father, King George VI.
2020 will be her 68th Christmas Day message, but of her 67 speeches so far, which ones have been most memorable?
Here are five of the Queen’s most memorable Christmas Day messages.
1952
1952 was a special occasion for Her Majesty as it was her first Christmas as Queen – and her first without her late father.
Sitting at the same desk as her father King George VI the previous year she said: "Each Christmas, at this time, my beloved father broadcast a message to his people in all parts of the world. Today I am doing this to you, who are now my people."
The following June was to be her Coronation Day and she ended her Christmas message with a request for prayer from all religions.
““You will be keeping it as a holiday; but I want to ask you all, whatever your religion may be, to pray for me on that day,” she said.
“To pray that God may give me wisdom and strength to carry out the solemn promises I shall be making, and that I may faithfully serve him and you, all the days of my life.”
1957
The first year the Queen’s speech was televised and the year a young Queen Elizabeth II brought the monarchy into the modern era.
For the first time, people could see inside her home and see the face of their Queen as she addressed the nation.
1992
The 1992 speech sticks in the memory as it was the year the Queen sued The Sun for publishing her Christmas message two days early.
The Queen was awarded £200,000 in damages which she donated to charity.
It was a turbulent year for the royal family after three of her children went through divorce and much of Windsor Castle was destroyed by a fire.
She said: “Like many other families, we have lived through some difficult days this year.
“The prayers, understanding, and sympathy given to us by so many of you, in good times and bad, have lent us great support and encouragement.
“It has touched me deeply that much of this has come from those of you who have troubles of your own.”
1997
1997 was an emotional speech as it was the year Princess Diana died in tragic circumstances – it was also the first speech to be made available on the internet.
In an emotional speech she referenced the national grief following the death of Princess Diana and the comfort her family found in the nation’s support.
She said: “We all felt the shock and sorrow of Diana’s death. Thousands upon thousands of you expressed your grief most poignantly in the wonderful flowers and messages left in tribute to her.”
As pictures of the Diana’s funeral played out on the screen she added: “That was a great comfort to all those close to her.”
At nine minutes and 50 seconds it was the longest-ever Christmas Day message from a British monarch.
2012
2012 was a year of celebration, it was the year the UK hosted the Olympic Games and the year the nation celebrated the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.
“This past year has been one of great celebration for many, the enthusiasm which greeted the Diamond Jubilee was of course especially memorable for me and my family,” she said.
“It was humbling that so many chose to mark the anniversary of a duty which passed to me 60 years ago.”
She added: “That same spirit was also in evidence from the moment the Olympic flame arrived on these shores.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Driving ban for man who did not cooperate with police

MARTIN John Stedman was asked to tell police who was driving a 55-reg Volkswagen believed to have committed an offence @ @ @ @ @ to two letters from the police and has now been banned by magistrates .
Stedman @ @ @ @ @ Toothill Road , Rownhams , had the case proved under the single justice procedure .
@ @ @ @ @ court .
Magistrates in Basingstoke fined him £660 with a £66 victim surcharge and £85 @ @ @ @ @ for repeat offending , will last six months .

He failed to reply to two letters from the police and has now been banned by magistrates.
Stedman, 40, of Upper Toothill Road, Rownhams, had the case proved under the single justice procedure. He was not present in court.
Magistrates in Basingstoke fined him £660 with a £66 victim surcharge and £85 costs.
The ban, for repeat offending, will last six months.


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Fareham Shopping centre announce 'local hero' award winner

A HOSPITAL worker has been announced as Fareham 's local hero .
Ann Frank has won the 'Local Hero 2020 award ' by Fareham Shopping Centre .
The 61-year-old was crowned this year 's champion after the shopping centre 's campaign was launched in the Autumn .
It was inspired by the wonderful acts of kindness during the coronavirus lockdown .
Ann 's efforts during the pandemic have included a donation appeal for her patients who were unable to see family due to social distancing restrictions .
She volunteered to organise and distribute the donated toiletries , books , magazines @ @ @ @ @ @ @ need .
The seemingly never-ending pile of donations has transformed the lives of patients .
Ann was nominated by her daughter Gemma Frank .
Ann said : `` “ I am thoroughly grateful to have been chosen as the Local Hero this year , however , I really want to highlight that the idea would have been nothing without the kindness and great generosity of the public who have donated so generously to the patients on ward D6 . ''
The shopping centre 's campaign to find Fareham 's local hero was launched @ @ @ @ @ @ @ generosity , as a community , to overcome challenges Manager of Fareham Shopping Centre Mike Taylor said : “ Ann is a thoroughly deserving winner of the Local Hero 2020 campaign , she is a perfect example of how a kind thought can blossom and transform other people ’ s lives completely .
Putting the wellbeing of others first and supporting those in hospital facing difficult times when they are not allowed visitors is commendable , particularly in what would have been a tough environment during the pandemic .
It is a great @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` The entries were incredible , and every single nomination was acknowledged and truly amazed us . ''

Ann Frank has won the 'Local Hero 2020 award' by Fareham Shopping Centre.
The 61-year-old was crowned this year's champion after the shopping centre's campaign was launched in the Autumn.
It was inspired by the wonderful acts of kindness during the coronavirus lockdown.
Ann works at Queen Alexandra hospital supporting elderly patients.
Ann's efforts during the pandemic have included a donation appeal for her patients who were unable to see family due to social distancing restrictions.
She volunteered to organise and distribute the donated toiletries, books, magazines and treats to the elderly most in need.
The seemingly never-ending pile of donations has transformed the lives of patients.
Ann was nominated by her daughter Gemma Frank.
Ann said: "“I am thoroughly grateful to have been chosen as the Local Hero this year, however, I really want to highlight that the idea would have been nothing without the kindness and great generosity of the public who have donated so generously to the patients on ward D6."
The shopping centre's campaign to find Fareham's local hero was launched to help recognise people's kindness and generosity, as a community, to overcome challenges
Manager of Fareham Shopping Centre Mike Taylor said: “Ann is a thoroughly deserving winner of the Local Hero 2020 campaign, she is a perfect example of how a kind thought can blossom and transform other people’s lives completely. Putting the wellbeing of others first and supporting those in hospital facing difficult times when they are not allowed visitors is commendable, particularly in what would have been a tough environment during the pandemic. It is a great testament to our community.
He added: "The entries were incredible, and every single nomination was acknowledged and truly amazed us."


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Fareham MP thanks front line NHS staff in virtual meeting

AN MP has chaired a virtual meeting with a hospital taskforce to thank front line NHS staff .
Suella Braverman , MP for Fareham , chaired the meeting of the Fareham Community Hospital Taskforce to thank front line NHS staff for their hard work in serving local patients during `` this difficult period '' .
In 2015 , the MP established , and has since chaired , the Fareham Community Hospital Taskforce , with the expressed ambition to expand the hospital ’ s services .
She has `` devoted her time and energy '' into transforming the FCH from a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ modern facility '' capable of providing first-class health care while satisfying local demand .
Suella Braverman said : “ I am enormously proud of our local NHS professionals for serving our community during its time of need .
`` While I am aware of issues relating to local GP services , which I have raised with the Fareham and Gosport Clinical Commissioning Group , their dedication and sacrifice has been vital in keeping our communities safe .
`` Thanks , of course , must also go to the friends of Fareham Community Hospital @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the provision of local services .
”

Suella Braverman, MP for Fareham, chaired the meeting of the Fareham Community Hospital Taskforce to thank front line NHS staff for their hard work in serving local patients during "this difficult period".
In 2015, the MP established, and has since chaired, the Fareham Community Hospital Taskforce, with the expressed ambition to expand the hospital’s services.
University Hospital Southampton marks opening of new ward
She has "devoted her time and energy" into transforming the FCH from a ‘ghost clinic’ into a "modern facility" capable of providing first-class health care while satisfying local demand.
Suella Braverman said: “I am enormously proud of our local NHS professionals for serving our community during its time of need.
"While I am aware of issues relating to local GP services, which I have raised with the Fareham and Gosport Clinical Commissioning Group, their dedication and sacrifice has been vital in keeping our communities safe.
"Thanks, of course, must also go to the friends of Fareham Community Hospital, for their continued support in improving the provision of local services.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Barton Peveril student chosen for Royal Yachting Association

A COLLEGE student has been highlighted as a potential future Olympian after being selected for a yachting association .
Barton @ @ @ @ @ , Monique Vennis-Ozanne , has been chosen for the Royal Yachting Association ( RYA ) @ @ @ @ @ 2020/21 .
The Transition Group aims to bridge the gap between youth and adult sailing @ @ @ @ @ developing youth sailors into Olympic athletes .
The college says the second year student ’ @ @ @ @ @ potential to progress within British Youth Sailing to the British Sailing Team '' .
Monique @ @ @ @ @ has been selected based on her performance and commitment to a programme of training and @ @ @ @ @ several years .
Monique said : “ I 'm very happy to have been selected @ @ @ @ @ is the first step in my ambition to go to the Olympics.
” Earlier this @ @ @ @ @ RYA Regional Youth Sailor of the Year Award during the annual RYA Dinghy Show in @ @ @ @ @ .

Barton Peveril Sixth Form College student, Monique Vennis-Ozanne, has been chosen for the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) Transition Group - 49er Winter 2020/21.
The Transition Group aims to bridge the gap between youth and adult sailing, with a focus on developing youth sailors into Olympic athletes.
The college says the second year student’s selection recognises her "potential to progress within British Youth Sailing to the British Sailing Team".
Monique formerly attended Crofton School and has been selected based on her performance and commitment to a programme of training and competition over a period of several years.
Monique said: “I'm very happy to have been selected for the squad, it is the first step in my ambition to go to the Olympics.”
Earlier this year, Vennis-Ozanne won the RYA Regional Youth Sailor of the Year Award during the annual RYA Dinghy Show in London’s Alexandra Palace.


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Hampshire and the south must welcome migration from London and beyond, Regeneration South conference

Hampshire and the south must welcome migration from London and beyond, Regeneration South conference hears

HAMPSHIRE and the ‘ Central South ’ need to market themselves to people from London and beyond who want to work from home in a nicer part of the world .
That was the call at an event which heard the local population was not being “ replenished ” with enough people of working age .
Robin Shepherd , partner with Southampton-based planning and design service Barton Willmore , was speaking at the Regeneration South conference , which was held virtually .
The conference , organised by social enterprise Business South , looks at how the Central South area , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , can better promote itself .
Mr Shepherd said parts of Hampshire and Dorset had a population far older than elsewhere in the UK – with Bournemouth ’ s average age at 42.8 , compared with 33.9 in Slough .
“ Places with an ageing population and a relatively low birth rate are not being replenished with people who are contributing to the economy , ” he said .
He added : “ The opportunity comes because of the Central South ’ s location , its unique set of assets and its proximity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shortage of talented , young , working people who are looking for somewhere less expensive and more pleasant to live.
” He said the move out of London pre-dated the pandemic , with 340,500 leaving the capital in the 12 months to June 2018 and 336,000 the year before that .
“ The pandemic is likely to increase that number as people ’ s priorities change in favour of work/life balance and quality of life and weigh up the benefits of access to green space , a coastline , a property with a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he said .
“ And it ’ s not just London – the cost of living elsewhere could cause many to move to less expensive areas with a better quality of life.
” He said some decision makers in the region “ have seen development and growth as a problem ” , whereas cities such as Bristol and Manchester had thrived on people moving in .
He added : “ There is a real danger that without a change of attitude , the Central South , resting on its laurels , will miss @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s not just about thinking of a change – it ’ s about catching up because other areas have stolen a march on us.
” He rejected the idea that the region ’ s infrastructure could not cope with the influx , saying that “ if we plan well and creatively , our infrastructure gives us significant opportunities ” .
He added : “ We could do nothing – try pulling up the drawbridge around the Central South castle and assume that people won ’ t move in .
“ But in trying @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up with the economically active people here having to work twice as hard to contribute to growth and avoid being left behind.
” He urged people to see the situation as a “ golden opportunity ” .
“ We could wake up and create a vision of planned coordinated growth and then market the Central South on the world stage to start telling Londoners , the wider UK and an international audience about everything our region has to offer – using new economically active people to drive growth and continued competitive advantage , @ @ @ @

That was the call at an event which heard the local population was not being “replenished” with enough people of working age.
Robin Shepherd, partner with Southampton-based planning and design service Barton Willmore, was speaking at the Regeneration South conference, which was held virtually.
The conference, organised by social enterprise Business South, looks at how the Central South area, stretching from Dorset to parts of Surrey, can better promote itself.
Mr Shepherd said parts of Hampshire and Dorset had a population far older than elsewhere in the UK – with Bournemouth’s average age at 42.8, compared with 33.9 in Slough.
“Places with an ageing population and a relatively low birth rate are not being replenished with people who are contributing to the economy,” he said.
He added: “The opportunity comes because of the Central South’s location, its unique set of assets and its proximity to London, where there is no shortage of talented, young, working people who are looking for somewhere less expensive and more pleasant to live.”
He said the move out of London pre-dated the pandemic, with 340,500 leaving the capital in the 12 months to June 2018 and 336,000 the year before that.
“The pandemic is likely to increase that number as people’s priorities change in favour of work/life balance and quality of life and weigh up the benefits of access to green space, a coastline, a property with a garden, and cleaner air,” he said.
“And it’s not just London – the cost of living elsewhere could cause many to move to less expensive areas with a better quality of life.”
He said some decision makers in the region “have seen development and growth as a problem”, whereas cities such as Bristol and Manchester had thrived on people moving in.
He added: “There is a real danger that without a change of attitude, the Central South, resting on its laurels, will miss the opportunity to compete. It’s not just about thinking of a change – it’s about catching up because other areas have stolen a march on us.”
He rejected the idea that the region’s infrastructure could not cope with the influx, saying that “if we plan well and creatively, our infrastructure gives us significant opportunities”.
He added: “We could do nothing – try pulling up the drawbridge around the Central South castle and assume that people won’t move in.
“But in trying to keep up, we would end up with the economically active people here having to work twice as hard to contribute to growth and avoid being left behind.”
He urged people to see the situation as a “golden opportunity”.
“We could wake up and create a vision of planned coordinated growth and then market the Central South on the world stage to start telling Londoners, the wider UK and an international audience about everything our region has to offer – using new economically active people to drive growth and continued competitive advantage,” he added.


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--UK and EU reach agreement on post-Brexit trade deal

A post-Brexit trade deal has been agreed by negotiators from the UK and the European Union after months of talks and frantic last-minute wrangling .
The deal was secured on Christmas Eve , a week before current trading arrangements expire .
A UK source said the deal delivered “ everything that the British public was promised during the 2016 referendum ” .
Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen were in close contact over recent days to help get the deal over the line .
But negotiations led by the EU ’ s Michel Barnier @ @ @ @ @ @ @ continued throughout the day as final details were hammered out .
Mr Johnson tweeted a picture of himself smiling with both thumbs lifted in the air .
At a press conference in Brussels , Miss Ursula von der Leyen said : “ We have finally found an agreement .
“ It was a long and winding road , but we have got a good deal to show for it .
“ It is fair , it is a balanced deal , and it is the right and responsible thing to do for both @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of all , competition in our single market will be fair and remain so .
“ The EU rules and standards will be respected .
We have effective tools to react if fair competition is distorted and impacts our trade .
“ Secondly , we will continue cooperating with the UK in all areas of mutual interest , for example in the field of climate change , energy , security and transport .
“ Together , we still achieve more than we do apart .
“ And thirdly we have secured five and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fishing communities.
” Ms von der Leyen concluded : “ At the end of a successful negotiations journey , I normally feel joy .
“ I know this is a difficult day for some .
“ To our friends in the UK , I want to say : parting is such sweet sorrow .
“ But to use a line from TS Eliot : what we call the beginning is often the end , and to make an end is to make a beginning .
“ So to all the Europeans , I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Brexit behind , our future is made in Europe .
”

The deal was secured on Christmas Eve, a week before current trading arrangements expire.
A UK source said the deal delivered “everything that the British public was promised during the 2016 referendum”.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen were in close contact over recent days to help get the deal over the line.
But negotiations led by the EU’s Michel Barnier and the UK’s Lord Frost continued throughout the day as final details were hammered out.
Mr Johnson tweeted a picture of himself smiling with both thumbs lifted in the air.
“The deal is done,” he wrote.
At a press conference in Brussels, Miss Ursula von der Leyen said: “We have finally found an agreement.
“It was a long and winding road, but we have got a good deal to show for it.
“It is fair, it is a balanced deal, and it is the right and responsible thing to do for both sides.”
She added: “First of all, competition in our single market will be fair and remain so.
“The EU rules and standards will be respected. We have effective tools to react if fair competition is distorted and impacts our trade.
“Secondly, we will continue cooperating with the UK in all areas of mutual interest, for example in the field of climate change, energy, security and transport.
“Together, we still achieve more than we do apart.
“And thirdly we have secured five and a half years of predictability for our fishing communities.”
Ms von der Leyen concluded: “At the end of a successful negotiations journey, I normally feel joy.
“But today I only feel quiet satisfaction and – frankly speaking – relief.
“I know this is a difficult day for some.
“To our friends in the UK, I want to say: parting is such sweet sorrow.
“But to use a line from TS Eliot: what we call the beginning is often the end, and to make an end is to make a beginning.
“So to all the Europeans, I say: It is time to leave Brexit behind, our future is made in Europe.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Hampshire MPs react to post-Brexit deal

Hampshire MPs react to post-Brexit deal

MPS FROM across the county have reacted to the news that the UK and the EU have finally agreed on a post-Brexit deal .
The deal was secured on Christmas Eve , a week before current trading arrangements expire .
A UK source said the deal delivered “ everything that the British public was promised during the 2016 referendum ” .
MP for Romsey and Southampton North , Caroline Nokes , said that the deal was `` good news '' .
She told the Daily Echo : `` I have consistently said we needed to leave with a deal and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` It is good news for local businesses and people .
I will certainly be voting for it when Parliament is recalled next week . ''
Caroline Dinenage , MP for Gosport , said that she was relieved to hear of the deal .
`` I am so relieved to hear that , four and a half years since Gosport constituents voted overwhelmingly to Leave the EU , a trade deal has been agreed and we are all set to go solo from 1st January , '' she said .
`` From January @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be an independent trading nation .
`` Today ’ s trade deal will help us to make this a success by creating opportunity for economic prosperity for all parts of the United Kingdom . ''
MP for Southampton Test Alan Whitehead said : `` This deal appears to be very thin on substance and there are very many things that the government has left to one side to get any deal at all over the line .
`` I think these things will come back to haunt us in the future .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ out of the EU with no deal would be catastrophic and the deal we have is marginally better than doing so .
`` I will therefore be voting for it when it comes to parliament . ''
The Daily Echo has contacted ; MP for Southampton , Itchen Royston Smith ; MP for Eastleigh , Paul Holmes ; MP for New Forest West , Desmond Swayne ; MP for Fareham , Suella Braverman ; and MP for Winchester , Steve Brine for a comment on the news and is waiting for a response @

The deal was secured on Christmas Eve, a week before current trading arrangements expire.
A UK source said the deal delivered “everything that the British public was promised during the 2016 referendum”.
MP for Romsey and Southampton North, Caroline Nokes, said that the deal was "good news".
She told the Daily Echo: "I have consistently said we needed to leave with a deal and the PM has now secured that.
"It is good news for local businesses and people. I will certainly be voting for it when Parliament is recalled next week."
Caroline Dinenage, MP for Gosport, said that she was relieved to hear of the deal.
"I am so relieved to hear that, four and a half years since Gosport constituents voted overwhelmingly to Leave the EU, a trade deal has been agreed and we are all set to go solo from 1st January," she said.
"From January, Brexit will be done and we will be an independent trading nation.
"Today’s trade deal will help us to make this a success by creating opportunity for economic prosperity for all parts of the United Kingdom."
MP for Southampton Test Alan Whitehead said: "This deal appears to be very thin on substance and there are very many things that the government has left to one side to get any deal at all over the line.
"I think these things will come back to haunt us in the future.
"However, at this point crashing out of the EU with no deal would be catastrophic and the deal we have is marginally better than doing so.
"I will therefore be voting for it when it comes to parliament."
The Daily Echo has contacted; MP for Southampton, Itchen Royston Smith; MP for Eastleigh, Paul Holmes; MP for New Forest West, Desmond Swayne; MP for Fareham, Suella Braverman; and MP for Winchester, Steve Brine for a comment on the news and is waiting for a response.


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Coronavirus: Six more deaths recorded across Hampshire

SIX more coronavirus patients have died in Hampshire during the last 24 hours .
Figures published by NHS England today @ @ @ @ @ that six more people have died with Covid-19 in the last 24 hours .
Across @ @ @ @ @ 854 people have died with Covid-19 since the start of the pandemic in March .
@ @ @ @ @ , five more patients have died , bringing the total up to 357 .
One @ @ @ @ @ Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in the last 24 hours bringing the total up to 234 @ @ @ @ @ recorded at any of the county 's other Trusts .
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation @ @ @ @ @ since the start of the pandemic in March .
At Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust @ @ @ @ @ , and at Solent NHS Trust there have been four deaths .

Figures published by NHS England today (December 24) reveal that six more people have died with Covid-19 in the last 24 hours.
Across the whole of Hampshire, 854 people have died with Covid-19 since the start of the pandemic in March.
At Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust, five more patients have died, bringing the total up to 357.
One patient has died at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in the last 24 hours bringing the total up to 234.
No more deaths were recorded at any of the county's other Trusts.
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has seen 234 deaths since the start of the pandemic in March.
At Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust there have been 23 deaths, and at Solent NHS Trust there have been four deaths.


thedailyecho--2020-12-24--Southampton buses to remain the same despite Tier 4 announcement

A SOUTHAMPTON bus company has promised `` business as usual '' in the city following the Tier 4 announcement .
@ @ @ @ @ to reassure bus passengers in-and-around Southampton that services will continue to run at normal levels @ @ @ @ @ into Tier 4 from Boxing Day .
The operators reintroduced full service timetables over recent @ @ @ @ @ of safety measures in place .
Now , despite Tier 4 status in Southampton and @ @ @ @ @ ‘ business as usual ’ for the bus network across the region .
Bluestar will @ @ @ @ @ and Boxing Day services , with a modified timetable next week - which was already @ @ @ @ @ announcement .

Bluestar and Unilink have moved to reassure bus passengers in-and-around Southampton that services will continue to run at normal levels - despite the area moving into Tier 4 from Boxing Day.
The operators reintroduced full service timetables over recent months, with a host of safety measures in place.
Now, despite Tier 4 status in Southampton and Hampshire, it will be ‘business as usual’ for the bus network across the region.
Bluestar will run its planned Christmas Day and Boxing Day services, with a modified timetable next week - which was already scheduled before the Tier 4 announcement.
Normal services will resume from Sunday, January 3.


thedailyecho--2020-12-25--Crimes and court cases that shocked Daily Echo readers in 2020

AS THE year comes to an end , here is a round up of the crimes and court cases that shocked Daily Echo readers the most .
Westquay rapist `` pounced '' on victim leaving her with `` severe psychological harm ” Krystian Kwarta raped his victim after repeatedly banging her head against a metal pole outside Westquay Shopping Centre .
She believed she “ was going to die ” during the horrific attack in “ broad daylight ” on February 15 .
Kwarta stood clutching a tissue and sobbing as he was jailed for eight years in July .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ West attacked a 40-year-old cleaner who was walking to work through Bournemouth 's Lower Gardens .
Left with a fractured eye socket his terrified victim was found naked , badly injured and semi-conscious .
West , of Warren Avenue , Southampton was jailed for 16 years following an eleven day trial .
Read more about the case Postman abused boy in Royal Mail left victim wanting to kill himself Jason Peach abused his 15-year-old victim in a case of “ classic grooming ” .
He would take the boy out on the pretext @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , was caught when his wife found indecent images on his phone .
He was jailed for seven years and will have to register as a sex offender for life .
Timothy Brehmer was found not guilty of murdering his long-term lover .
The 41-year-old was accused of strangling nurse Claire Parry to death at the Horns Inn pub car park in West Parley in May .
However , he was jailed for manslaughter for ten years and six months .
Read our report of the case Armed burglars raid home of Saints @ @ @ @ @ @ @ game at St Mary ’ s Three raiders , brandishing knives and a barbecue skewer broke into Danny Ings ’ home and stole electronic goods .
They also stole a van from his four-bedroom property in the Botley area .
Jack Cove was jailed for nine years for his part in the aggravated burglary .
Lucinda and Victoria Rolph advertised more than 190 litters of puppies for sale online .
The pair are thought to have fetched up to £1.5 million over five years .
The unlicensed operation ran between 2013 and 2018 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years for firearms offences and attempted raid on drugs factory Police found Hippo bags full of cannabis after attending to reports of gunshots in River Walk , Southampton last September .
Fardeen Hamidy , Christy Flatherty , Robert Johnston and Ken Mulangala were jailed for trying to burgle a cannabis farm .
Police later found the body of Sol Hemy in the water at Riverside Park A post-mortem examination revealed that the 20-year-old died from drowning .
However , enquiries into the exact circumstances of his death are ongoing .
Man convicted of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for twenty years .
Stephen Boyt was jailed for sexually abusing and finally raping a teenage girl .
A jury found the 70-year-old guilty of the historical abuse which took place across Netley View , Calshot and Fawley between 1984 and 1996 .
After raping his victim , he is said to have asked her how she lost her virginity .
Man planned to rape girl , 8 , travelled across country with sex toys Lance Baynes was caught with restraints , sex toys , and lubricant at a Hampshire service station .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ girl .
Baynes was jailed for eight years at Winchester Crown Court .

Westquay rapist "pounced" on victim leaving her with "severe psychological harm”
Krystian Kwarta raped his victim after repeatedly banging her head against a metal pole outside Westquay Shopping Centre.
She believed she “was going to die” during the horrific attack in “broad daylight” on February 15.
Kwarta stood clutching a tissue and sobbing as he was jailed for eight years in July.
Read our report of the case
Rapist violently beat woman in city centre park
Luke West attacked a 40-year-old cleaner who was walking to work through Bournemouth's Lower Gardens.
Left with a fractured eye socket his terrified victim was found naked, badly injured and semi-conscious.
West, of Warren Avenue, Southampton was jailed for 16 years following an eleven day trial.
Read more about the case
Postman abused boy in Royal Mail left victim wanting to kill himself
Jason Peach abused his 15-year-old victim in a case of “classic grooming”.
He would take the boy out on the pretext of “delivering parcels”.
Peach, was caught when his wife found indecent images on his phone.
He was jailed for seven years and will have to register as a sex offender for life.
Read the full story here
Married policeman killed long-term lover in a pub car park
Timothy Brehmer was found not guilty of murdering his long-term lover.
The 41-year-old was accused of strangling nurse Claire Parry to death at the Horns Inn pub car park in West Parley in May.
However, he was jailed for manslaughter for ten years and six months.
Read our report of the case
Armed burglars raid home of Saints star while he was playing Premier League game at St Mary’s
Three raiders, brandishing knives and a barbecue skewer broke into Danny Ings’ home and stole electronic goods.
They also stole a van from his four-bedroom property in the Botley area.
Jack Cove was jailed for nine years for his part in the aggravated burglary.
Read more here
Mother and daughter fined £600,000 for running illegal puppy farm.
Lucinda and Victoria Rolph advertised more than 190 litters of puppies for sale online.
The pair are thought to have fetched up to £1.5 million over five years.
The unlicensed operation ran between 2013 and 2018.
Read the full story here
Men jailed for total of 25 years for firearms offences and attempted raid on drugs factory
Police found Hippo bags full of cannabis after attending to reports of gunshots in River Walk, Southampton last September.
Fardeen Hamidy, Christy Flatherty, Robert Johnston and Ken Mulangala were jailed for trying to burgle a cannabis farm.
Police later found the body of Sol Hemy in the water at Riverside Park
A post-mortem examination revealed that the 20-year-old died from drowning.
However, enquiries into the exact circumstances of his death are ongoing.
Read the full story here
Man convicted of rape and decade of sexual assaults jailed for twenty years.
Stephen Boyt was jailed for sexually abusing and finally raping a teenage girl.
A jury found the 70-year-old guilty of the historical abuse which took place across Netley View, Calshot and Fawley between 1984 and 1996.
After raping his victim, he is said to have asked her how she lost her virginity.
Read the Daily Echo report here
Man planned to rape girl, 8, travelled across country with sex toys
Lance Baynes was caught with restraints, sex toys, and lubricant at a Hampshire service station.
He had planned to rape an eight-year-old girl.
Baynes was jailed for eight years at Winchester Crown Court.
Read the story here


thedailyecho--2020-12-25--Lymington's former police station could be replaced by flats

A DEVELOPER has unveiled plans to replace a former Hampshire police station with flats for the elderly .
Churchill Retirement Living is drawing up proposals to demolish the 68-year-old complex at Southampton Road , Lymington , and build one and two-bedroom apartments on the site .
As reported in the Daily Echo , the police station closed in October after being branded out-dated and no longer fit for purpose .
Officers transferred to the town hall in nearby Avenue Road .
Churchill Retirement Living says its proposal to transform the site will result in a `` high quality , purpose-built @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the influential Lymington Society have already raised concerns about the scheme .
Donald Mackenzie , the group 's deputy chairman , cited the district council 's recent decision to reject plans to build 44 retirement apartments at nearby Stanford Hill .
Referring to the Southampton Road proposal he said : `` The Lymington Society is disappointed to see yet another application to build more unwanted sheltered flats for elderly people .
`` The Society objected to the ( Stanford Hill ) application on the grounds it was overdevelopment and against the character @ @ @ @ @ @ @ same argument applies on this site .
Most of Southampton Road is characterised by family homes in reasonable plots with gardens and trees and constitutes one of the green arteries into the town . ''
Dr Mackenzie claimed that too many new flats had already been built in Lymington , several of which were still unsold .
`` The Society feels that if ever more of these developments are allowed , it will completely change the character of the town and drive out young families and turn Lymington into a retirement destination rather @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said .
But Churchill has hit back , claiming the area needs more housing for older people .
Managing director Stuart Goodwill said the number of local residents aged 75 and over was forecast to rise by 65 % by 2030 .
He added : “ A new development in Lymington would help provide more choice for older people looking to downsize , which would in turn free up much-needed homes for younger families and first-time buyers .
`` Local retirees want quality and choice when looking to downsize and we are keen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this . ''

Churchill Retirement Living is drawing up proposals to demolish the 68-year-old complex at Southampton Road, Lymington, and build one and two-bedroom apartments on the site.
As reported in the Daily Echo, the police station closed in October after being branded out-dated and no longer fit for purpose.
Officers transferred to the town hall in nearby Avenue Road.
Churchill Retirement Living says its proposal to transform the site will result in a "high quality, purpose-built retirement living development”.
But members of the influential Lymington Society have already raised concerns about the scheme.
Donald Mackenzie, the group's deputy chairman, cited the district council's recent decision to reject plans to build 44 retirement apartments at nearby Stanford Hill.
Referring to the Southampton Road proposal he said: "The Lymington Society is disappointed to see yet another application to build more unwanted sheltered flats for elderly people.
"The Society objected to the (Stanford Hill) application on the grounds it was overdevelopment and against the character of the area.
"Much the same argument applies on this site. Most of Southampton Road is characterised by family homes in reasonable plots with gardens and trees and constitutes one of the green arteries into the town."
Dr Mackenzie claimed that too many new flats had already been built in Lymington, several of which were still unsold.
"The Society feels that if ever more of these developments are allowed, it will completely change the character of the town and drive out young families and turn Lymington into a retirement destination rather than a vibrant community," he said.
But Churchill has hit back, claiming the area needs more housing for older people.
Managing director Stuart Goodwill said the number of local residents aged 75 and over was forecast to rise by 65% by 2030.
He added: “A new development in Lymington would help provide more choice for older people looking to downsize, which would in turn free up much-needed homes for younger families and first-time buyers.
"Local retirees want quality and choice when looking to downsize and we are keen to work with local stakeholders to provide this."
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thedailyecho--2020-12-25--House fire on Hewett Road, Fareham

House fire on Hewett Road, Fareham

EMERGENCY services have rushed to a house fire this morning .
Fire crews from Fareham , Hightown and Cosham have @ @ @ @ @ Fareham this morning to reports of a house fire .
Appliances from @ Fareham17 @ @ @ @ @ @ a 6 pump domestic property fire in Hewett Road , Fareham , time of call @ @ @ @ @ Control ( @ hfrs_control ) December 25 , 2020 The teams were called at 11.25am @ @ @ @ @ at the scene .

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thedailyecho--2020-12-25--Fire crews called to David Lloyd Clubs in Ringwood

FIRE crews from Hampshire and Dorset were called to a leisure centre in Ringwood .
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service @ @ @ @ @ off Christchurch Road at David Lloyd Clubs shortly after 10pm on Christmas Eve .
Firefighters @ @ @ @ @ Christchurch , Westbourne , Ferndown and Springbourne all attended the scene .
On arrival , @ @ @ @ @ incident was a false alarm .
Following a search of the building , the crews @ @ @ @ @ of David Lloyd staff .
A spokeswoman for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said : @ @ @ @ @ 10.14pm on December 24 .
It was a false alarm at the David Lloyd leisure @ @ @ @ @ check of the building was carried out and it was left with a David Lloyd @ @ @

Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service received reports of a fire off Christchurch Road at David Lloyd Clubs shortly after 10pm on Christmas Eve.
Firefighters from Burley, Eastleigh, Christchurch, Westbourne, Ferndown and Springbourne all attended the scene.
On arrival, it was confirmed that the incident was a false alarm.
Following a search of the building, the crews handed over to a member of David Lloyd staff.
A spokeswoman for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said: "We were called at 10.14pm on December 24. It was a false alarm at the David Lloyd leisure centre.
"A full check of the building was carried out and it was left with a David Lloyd employee."


thedailyecho--2020-12-25--Hedge End station donates over 600 gifts to help community

A TOWN station has been helping its local community this Christmas by collecting and donating presents .
The collection of Christmas gifts first started at Hedge End station when SWR Community Ambassador , Sheree Whetrun , decided she wanted to do an appeal to help the elderly this Christmas .
She set up a collection box at just the Hedge End station office at first , but having asked colleagues from across the local rail network to help , she then decided to set up a box in each station and expand the appeal .
In the end , 13 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up in station offices , with South Western Railway colleagues donating gifts , and also money to buy gifts , in the lead up to Christmas .
Over 600 gifts were then donated to various organisations after Sheree decided to help families , as well as the elderly members of the community .
The gifts included toys and dolls for children , perfume and aftershave for teenagers , and items such as slipped , blankets and hot water bottles for the elderly .
They were donated to organisations across Hampshire including : Acts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Havant , Fareham Southampton ) , Rose Villa Care Home ( Swanwick ) , Willow Tree Lodge Care home ( Fareham ) , The Not Forgotten church group ( Portsmouth ) , The Alverstoke Church Parish and MHA ( Winchester , Southampton and the Test Valley ) .
Sheree said : “ My station was like a grotto with all the presents .
“ I am amazed by the generosity of all the colleagues who have donated and who have given money through .
“ We are all going to carry it on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ network and hopefully , next year it will grow because South Western Railway have taken it on.
” Although this year the donations came from just railway staff , next year Sheree is planning to put it out to passengers travelling too and from the railways as well .

The collection of Christmas gifts first started at Hedge End station when SWR Community Ambassador, Sheree Whetrun, decided she wanted to do an appeal to help the elderly this Christmas.
She set up a collection box at just the Hedge End station office at first, but having asked colleagues from across the local rail network to help, she then decided to set up a box in each station and expand the appeal.
In the end, 13 “gift drop-off points” were set up in station offices, with South Western Railway colleagues donating gifts, and also money to buy gifts, in the lead up to Christmas.
Over 600 gifts were then donated to various organisations after Sheree decided to help families, as well as the elderly members of the community.
The gifts included toys and dolls for children, perfume and aftershave for teenagers, and items such as slipped, blankets and hot water bottles for the elderly.
They were donated to organisations across Hampshire including: Acts of Kindness (Portsmouth, Gosport, Havant, Fareham Southampton), Rose Villa Care Home (Swanwick), Willow Tree Lodge Care home (Fareham), The Not Forgotten church group (Portsmouth), The Alverstoke Church Parish and MHA (Winchester, Southampton and the Test Valley).
Sheree said: “My station was like a grotto with all the presents.
“I am amazed by the generosity of all the colleagues who have donated and who have given money through.
“We are all going to carry it on next year and go all over the network and hopefully, next year it will grow because South Western Railway have taken it on.”
Although this year the donations came from just railway staff, next year Sheree is planning to put it out to passengers travelling too and from the railways as well.


thedailyecho--2020-12-25--Storm Bella to hit Hampshire on Boxing Day

HAMPSHIRE is in store for a bright but chilly Christmas Day despite the news of a looming storm , according to weather experts .
The Met Office has predicted that today will be bright for the most part , with dropping temperatures .
Sunshine is expected from 9am to 12pm , with patchy clouds until 3pm .
Temperatures are also set to drop , with a high of 4° , but some parts of the day could feel as cold as -3° .
Blanket of frost at Denny Wood , New Forest , taken by Daily Echo Camera Club member @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Forest , taken by Steve Miller After then , the day will get much darker with thick , grey clouds expected .
Tomorrow , an amber warning for wind has been issued as Storm Bella is predicted to hit Hampshire .
Storm Bella will bring disruption to travel and utilities over parts of south and southeast England .
The Met Office has issued the alert for 10pm on Boxing Day through to 9am on Sunday , December 27 .
The warning covers all of the south coast as well as southern parts of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ storm will bring disruption to travel and utilities across the region .

The Met Office has predicted that today will be bright for the most part, with dropping temperatures.
Sunshine is expected from 9am to 12pm, with patchy clouds until 3pm.
Temperatures are also set to drop, with a high of 4°, but some parts of the day could feel as cold as -3°.
Blanket of frost at Denny Wood, New Forest, taken by Daily Echo Camera Club member Steve Miller.
Denny Wood, New Forest, taken by Steve Miller
After then, the day will get much darker with thick, grey clouds expected.
Tomorrow, an amber warning for wind has been issued as Storm Bella is predicted to hit Hampshire.
Storm Bella will bring disruption to travel and utilities over parts of south and southeast England.
The Met Office has issued the alert for 10pm on Boxing Day through to 9am on Sunday, December 27.
The warning covers all of the south coast as well as southern parts of Wales.
It is predicted that the storm will bring disruption to travel and utilities across the region.


thedailyecho--2020-12-25--Medicine cabinet used to treat Lord Nelson for sale in New Forest

The medicine cabinet that belonged to Lord Nelson ’ s surgeon Sir William Beatty who attended him as he died has emerged for sale in the New Forest .
It is dated 1803 , just two years before the Battle of Trafalgar during which Nelson was fatally shot on board his flagship HMS Victory .
And Charles Wallrock , who runs Wick Antiques in Lymington , has put it up for sale .
Sir Beatty was unable to save Nelson who died knowing that his forces had defeated the combined French and Spanish fleets .
The cabinet would have contained @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cures for venereal disease .
Mr Wallrock said : “ This is a wonderful survivor from the Napoleonic wars .
“ It is dated 1803 so it is very likely that it was on board Victory at Trafalgar .
“ The case is portable with a handle on top so Beatty was able to carry it around .
On it is written his details : ‘ William Beatty , warranted surgeon .
RN .
1803.
’ “ Beatty was with Nelson from when he was brought down below decks after being shot to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Beatty knew there was no hope of survival .
“ The surgeon wrote a detailed account of what happened and insisted that Nelson ’ s final words were ‘ thank God I have done my duty ’ .
” He added : “ This cabinet would have been full of tinctures , potions and medicines that were required as a matter of routine on a man o ’ war such as Victory .
“ It is a fascinating glimpse into the past , not only of naval history but medical history .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ through the ranks and served on a number of ships before becoming the surgeon on Victory just over a year before Trafalgar .
“ He went on to become Physician of the Channel Fleet and was active in promoting the new vaccine against smallpox .
“ He served on the committee that organised the building of Nelson ’ s column and remained an important member of London ’ s business and scientific community .
He died in 1842 aged 68 .
“ His medicine chest will appeal to all collectors of Napoleonic-era artefacts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the history of medicine .
“ There might also be institutions which would like to have it.
” The cabinet has an asking price of £16,500 and is for sale on 2Covet .

It is dated 1803, just two years before the Battle of Trafalgar during which Nelson was fatally shot on board his flagship HMS Victory.
And Charles Wallrock, who runs Wick Antiques in Lymington, has put it up for sale.
Sir Beatty was unable to save Nelson who died knowing that his forces had defeated the combined French and Spanish fleets.
The cabinet would have contained a variety of tinctures from laudanum to cures for venereal disease.
Mr Wallrock said: “This is a wonderful survivor from the Napoleonic wars.
“It is dated 1803 so it is very likely that it was on board Victory at Trafalgar.
“The case is portable with a handle on top so Beatty was able to carry it around. On it is written his details: ‘William Beatty, warranted surgeon. RN. 1803.’
“Beatty was with Nelson from when he was brought down below decks after being shot to when he died. Both Nelson and Beatty knew there was no hope of survival.
“The surgeon wrote a detailed account of what happened and insisted that Nelson’s final words were ‘thank God I have done my duty’.”
He added: “This cabinet would have been full of tinctures, potions and medicines that were required as a matter of routine on a man o’ war such as Victory.
“It is a fascinating glimpse into the past, not only of naval history but medical history.
“Beatty was an Irish surgeon who rose through the ranks and served on a number of ships before becoming the surgeon on Victory just over a year before Trafalgar.
“He went on to become Physician of the Channel Fleet and was active in promoting the new vaccine against smallpox.
“He served on the committee that organised the building of Nelson’s column and remained an important member of London’s business and scientific community. He died in 1842 aged 68.
“His medicine chest will appeal to all collectors of Napoleonic-era artefacts, Nelsonia and those with an interest in the history of medicine.
“There might also be institutions which would like to have it.”
The cabinet has an asking price of £16,500 and is for sale on 2Covet.