thedailyecho--2020-08-10--Robbery at McColl's on Bishopsfield Road, Fareham

Police are appealing for witnesses dash cam or CCTV footage , following a robbery at a McColl ’ s store @ @ @ @ @ Officers were called at around 3pm on Friday , August 3 , to a report @ @ @ @ @ store and demanding staff hand over money from the till .
Both men are described @ @ @ @ @ 25 years old , around 5ft 10ins tall and wearing tracksuits and face coverings .
@ @ @ @ @ yellow rubber gloves .
After taking money , the pair left the store , and @ @ @ @ @ Road , before people lost sight of them in Coniston Walk .
Officers investigating the @ @ @ @ @ with anyone who may have information that will assist them .
A spokes [ p @ @ @ @ @ said : `` We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have dash @ @ @ @ @ from the area between 2.30pm and 3.30pm on Friday .
`` Anyone with information can @ @ @ @ @ .
Alternatively , you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 . ''

Police are appealing for witnesses dash cam or CCTV footage, following a robbery at a McColl’s store in Fareham last week.
Officers were called at around 3pm on Friday, August 3, to a report of two men entering the store and demanding staff hand over money from the till.
Both men are described as being between 18 and 25 years old, around 5ft 10ins tall and wearing tracksuits and face coverings.
They were also wearing distinctive yellow rubber gloves.
After taking money, the pair left the store, and were seen fleeing along Bishopsfield Road, before people lost sight of them in Coniston Walk.
Officers investigating the incident are keen to speak with anyone who may have information that will assist them.
A spokes[p[erson from Hampshire Police said: "We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have dash cam footage or private CCTV from the area between 2.30pm and 3.30pm on Friday.
"Anyone with information can call 101, quoting 44200298609. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."


thedailyecho--2020-08-10--Swimmer rescued by helicopter after getting into difficulties off Lepe

RESCUE teams rushed to Lepe after receiving reports of a man in trouble in the water .
The casualty was winched aboard a coastguard search and rescue helicopter and two other people who had attempted to rescue him swimmer were given a check up by an ambulance crew .
A Maritime and Coastguard Agency spokesperson said : `` The Calshot RNLI lifeboat , the Lymington Coastguard Rescue Team , the search and rescue helicopter from Lee-on-the-Solent and South Central Ambulance Service responded to a 999 call reporting someone in difficulty in the water at Lepe Split .
`` Two other @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` The casualty was rescued by the search and rescue helicopter and the two members of public who had attempted to assist walked ashore and were assessed by the ambulance crew and members of the coastguard rescue team . ''
Dave Myers was on the beach at the time .
He said : `` At around 7pm I heard someone shout 'help ' and 'help us ' constantly .
Several people ran to assist and many others phoned the coastguard .
`` I could see about six people quite far out in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the coastguard helicopter arrived and winched a young man out of the water .
As this was happening several boats started speed towards the area to assist .
`` They all waited , ready to help , but the remaining people managed to get out on their ow .
`` The helicopter landed and the man was treated/checked over by the coastguard .
He seemed OK . ''

The casualty was winched aboard a coastguard search and rescue helicopter and two other people who had attempted to rescue him swimmer were given a check up by an ambulance crew.
The incident occurred shortly after 7pm yesterday.
A Maritime and Coastguard Agency spokesperson said: "The Calshot RNLI lifeboat, the Lymington Coastguard Rescue Team, the search and rescue helicopter from Lee-on-the-Solent and South Central Ambulance Service responded to a 999 call reporting someone in difficulty in the water at Lepe Split.
"Two other people were attempting to rescue them.
"The casualty was rescued by the search and rescue helicopter and the two members of public who had attempted to assist walked ashore and were assessed by the ambulance crew and members of the coastguard rescue team."
Dave Myers was on the beach at the time.
He said: "At around 7pm I heard someone shout 'help' and 'help us' constantly. Several people ran to assist and many others phoned the coastguard.
"I could see about six people quite far out in the water.
"Within maybe five minutes the coastguard helicopter arrived and winched a young man out of the water. As this was happening several boats started speed towards the area to assist.
"They all waited, ready to help, but the remaining people managed to get out on their ow.
"The helicopter landed and the man was treated/checked over by the coastguard. He seemed OK."


thedailyecho--2020-08-10--Police issue CCTV image after 16-year-old girl assaulted at Totton

POLICE have issued a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to after a 16-year-old girl was assaulted @ @ @ @ @ Salisbury Road , Totton , when she was approached by a man who grabbed her @ @ @ @ @ on to her .
No further details about the incident have been released .
He @ @ @ @ @ aged 50-55 , around 5ft 9in and of large build , with dark hair that @ @ @ @ @ shorter on the sides .
He was wearing a tight-fitting black T-shirt and light blue @ @ @ @ @ riding a dark bike that had a silver basket and a speaker system on the @ @ @ @ @ on Tuesday , July 21 at around 10pm .
Anyone with information can call police @ @ @ @ @ number 44200272781 .
They can phone Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

The victim was in Salisbury Road, Totton, when she was approached by a man who grabbed her by the arm and held on to her.
No further details about the incident have been released.
He is described as white, aged 50-55, around 5ft 9in and of large build, with dark hair that was long on top and shorter on the sides.
He was wearing a tight-fitting black T-shirt and light blue stonewashed jeans. He was riding a dark bike that had a silver basket and a speaker system on the back.
The incident occurred on Tuesday, July 21 at around 10pm.
Anyone with information can call police on 101, quoting reference number 44200272781. They can phone Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Testwood Lakes gates chained shut after weeks of anti-social behaviour

A CHARITY has locked the main entrance to a Hampshire nature reserve after weeks of anti-social behaviour - including threats to staff .
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust is preventing people from driving into the Testwood Lakes reserve near Totton following a spate of vandalism and other problems .
Last night a Totton councillor criticised the `` collective madness '' shown by some of the visitors to the reserve .
In a statement the trust said : `` We have recently seen a significant increase in the number of visitors to the site and a high level of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ abused and subjected to threatening behaviour .
`` At this point in time we feel unable to open the gates to vehicles and effectively manage the increased access on to the site .
`` We would like to thank the majority of our visitors who respect the nature reserve , and apologise for the inconvenience of the lack of vehicle access to the site . ''
Totton councillor David Harrison added : `` I have witnessed some pretty anti-social behaviour , including vandalism , letting dogs run everywhere with no control , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` I think the volunteers and staff from the Trust are having a tough time with some people having no respect for the environment or other people .
`` Most of the year the whole of Testwood Lakes runs without any such issues .
It 's just that when the warm summer weather is here a collective madness grips a few people , making life difficult for everyone else . ''
People can still access the reserve on foot using a pedestrian entrance beside the main gates .
As reported in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stay away from Testwood Lakes in June after complaints about nuisance parking and other issues .
Piles of rubbish were dumped at the beauty spot and naked swimmers were spotted in the water .
Scores of disposable barbecues were left lying on the ground .
Police even used a dispersal order to crack down on anti-social behaviour and break up large crowds .
Speaking at the time Debbie Tann , chief executive of the trust , said she was `` shocked , angry and upset '' .
“ We shouldn ’ t have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our staff , volunteers and the public , or clearing up after people who obviously have little thought for anyone or anything . ''

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust is preventing people from driving into the Testwood Lakes reserve near Totton following a spate of vandalism and other problems.
Last night a Totton councillor criticised the "collective madness" shown by some of the visitors to the reserve.
In a statement the trust said: "We have recently seen a significant increase in the number of visitors to the site and a high level of anti-social behaviour..
"Staff have been verbally abused and subjected to threatening behaviour.
"At this point in time we feel unable to open the gates to vehicles and effectively manage the increased access on to the site.
"We would like to thank the majority of our visitors who respect the nature reserve, and apologise for the inconvenience of the lack of vehicle access to the site."
Totton councillor David Harrison added: "I have witnessed some pretty anti-social behaviour, including vandalism, letting dogs run everywhere with no control, and large groups gathering with no social distancing.
"I think the volunteers and staff from the Trust are having a tough time with some people having no respect for the environment or other people.
"Most of the year the whole of Testwood Lakes runs without any such issues. It's just that when the warm summer weather is here a collective madness grips a few people, making life difficult for everyone else."
People can still access the reserve on foot using a pedestrian entrance beside the main gates.
As reported in the Daily Echo, people were told to stay away from Testwood Lakes in June after complaints about nuisance parking and other issues.
Piles of rubbish were dumped at the beauty spot and naked swimmers were spotted in the water. Scores of disposable barbecues were left lying on the ground.
Police even used a dispersal order to crack down on anti-social behaviour and break up large crowds.
Speaking at the time Debbie Tann, chief executive of the trust, said she was "shocked, angry and upset".
“We shouldn’t have to be worrying about the safety of our staff, volunteers and the public, or clearing up after people who obviously have little thought for anyone or anything."


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Body found in search for missing jet-skier Elezai Shelzen

A BODY has been found in the search for a missing jet-skier who disappeared in the Solent a week ago .
The body has yet to be formally identified but the family of Elezaj Shkelzen has been informed of the discovery , which was made near Ryde Pier .
Mr Shkelzen , 33 , from Oxfordshire , was travelling from Lymington to Langstone Harbour when he went missing .
As reported in the Daily Echo , a major air and sea search was launched after his jet-ski was found drifting off Stokes Bay , Gosport .
The white-and-burgundy Yamaha Waverunner @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ sticker , had its kill-cord detached , and a mobile phone was also on board .
The body was found following a joint operation involving Hampshire police , the coastguard rescue helicopter from Lee-on-the-Solent and the Hill Head Coastguard Rescue Team .
A police spokesperson said : `` A man ’ s body has been found in the Solent .
Formal identification has yet to take place but the family of missing Elezaj Shkelzen have been informed .
“ At this time , a missing person investigation is still ongoing with regards @ @ @ @

The body has yet to be formally identified but the family of Elezaj Shkelzen has been informed of the discovery, which was made near Ryde Pier.
Mr Shkelzen, 33, from Oxfordshire, was travelling from Lymington to Langstone Harbour when he went missing.
As reported in the Daily Echo, a major air and sea search was launched after his jet-ski was found drifting off Stokes Bay, Gosport.
The white-and-burgundy Yamaha Waverunner, with a ‘201 Langstone Harbour’ sticker, had its kill-cord detached, and a mobile phone was also on board.
The body was found following a joint operation involving Hampshire police, the coastguard rescue helicopter from Lee-on-the-Solent and the Hill Head Coastguard Rescue Team.
A police spokesperson said: "A man’s body has been found in the Solent. Formal identification has yet to take place but the family of missing Elezaj Shkelzen have been informed.
“At this time, a missing person investigation is still ongoing with regards to Elezaj.”


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thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Hunt for man after gunpoint robbery at Golden Touch, Southampton

A ROBBER threatened a staff member with a gun before demanding cash from a safe at a Southampton amusement arcade @ @ @ @ @ 8.55am and 9.12am on Wednesday , August 5 , at Golden Touch amusement arcade in @ @ @ @ @ Police say a member of staff was opening up the venue when a man entered @ @ @ @ @ black gun , before demanding money from the safe .
He is described as being @ @ @ @ @ old , between five feet and ten inches and five feet and 11 inches tall @ @ @ @ @ build .
He was wearing blue jeans , a blue t-shirt under a grey hoody @ @ @ @ @ over a cap , trainers , and a face mask .
Anyone with information or @ @ @ @ @ call police on 101 , quoting 44200294513 .

The incident happened between 8.55am and 9.12am on Wednesday, August 5, at Golden Touch amusement arcade in High Street, Southampton.
Police say a member of staff was opening up the venue when a man entered and threatened her with a black gun, before demanding money from the safe.
He is described as being between 20 and 25 years old, between five feet and ten inches and five feet and 11 inches tall, and of a slim build.
He was wearing blue jeans, a blue t-shirt under a grey hoody with the hood worn up over a cap, trainers, and a face mask.
Anyone with information or who witnessed the incident can call police on 101, quoting 44200294513.
Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Fire in Ringwood Forest

Fire in Ringwood Forest

MORE than 100 firefighters rushed to the New Forest last night to tackle a large fire and crews are continuing to battle it today .
Crews from Ringwood Station , Lyndhurst Station , Fordingbridge Station , Burley Station and Totton Station along with teams from Ferndown , Cranborne , Verwood , Westbourne , Poole , Wimborne and Christchurchwere called at 5.27pm last night to the incident in the Ringwood Forest area .
Specialist vehicles and appliances from Ringwood , Lyndhurst , Fordingbridge , Burley and Totton fire stations were used .
At the peak there were 110 firefighters in attendance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ today to continue fighting the fire .
The fire involved a large area of trees - around 200m by 200m .
Residents are reporting the smell of smoke across the area , as far as Bournemouth and Christchurch .
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is advising Dorset residents to keep their doors and windows closed .
A spokesperson from Hampshire Fire and Rescue said : `` Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service received a call at 17:27 regarding an incident in the Ringwood Forest area .
`` In attendance are crews from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Station , Burley Station and Totton Station . ''
The fire is currently ongoing and there are still teams from Hampshire Fire and Rescue and Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service tackling the blaze .
A cause has yet to be established .

Crews from Ringwood Station, Lyndhurst Station, Fordingbridge Station, Burley Station and Totton Station along with teams from Ferndown, Cranborne, Verwood, Westbourne, Poole, Wimborne and Christchurch were called at 5.27pm last night to the incident in the Ringwood Forest area.
Specialist vehicles and appliances from Ringwood, Lyndhurst, Fordingbridge, Burley and Totton fire stations were used.
At the peak there were 110 firefighters in attendance at the scene and some remain there today to continue fighting the fire.
The fire involved a large area of trees - around 200m by 200m.
Residents are reporting the smell of smoke across the area, as far as Bournemouth and Christchurch.
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is advising Dorset residents to keep their doors and windows closed.
A spokesperson from Hampshire Fire and Rescue said: "Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service received a call at 17:27 regarding an incident in the Ringwood Forest area.
"The fire involved a large area of trees.
"In attendance are crews from Ringwood Station, Lyndhurst Station, Fordingbridge Station, Burley Station and Totton Station."
The fire is currently ongoing and there are still teams from Hampshire Fire and Rescue and Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service tackling the blaze. A cause has yet to be established.
Updates to follow...
Pictures by Simon Rowley


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Hampshire police investigate crash in Waterloo Road, Southampton

A 'SERIOUS CRASH ' is now being treated as an attempted murder .
A man in his 30s is fighting for his life following a crash in Waterloo Road , Southampton .
He and a woman in her 40 ’ s had been riding a bike which collided with a white Citroen Berlingo 625 En-Prise .
Both were rushed to hospital , however , the man ’ s injuries have since become life-threatening and he remains in hospital in a critical condition .
The Citroen is reported to have fled the scene following the incident just before 9.50pm on Friday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` serious collision '' are now looking at the incident as an attempted murder .
Police are keen to identify the driver of another van , possibly a Fiat Scudo , who stopped at the scene immediately after the incident .
A police spokesperson said : `` We believe this person may have vital information that will assist with the investigation .
`` We would urge this person , and anyone else who saw what happened , to contact us as soon as possible by calling us on 101 quoting 44200266371 .
A @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on suspicion of attempted murder , causing serious injury by dangerous driving , GBH , failing to stop after an accident and criminal damage .
He has been released on police bail while enquiries continue .

A man in his 30s is fighting for his life following a crash in Waterloo Road, Southampton.
He and a woman in her 40’s had been riding a bike which collided with a white Citroen Berlingo 625 En-Prise.
Both were rushed to hospital, however, the man’s injuries have since become life-threatening and he remains in hospital in a critical condition.
The Citroen is reported to have fled the scene following the incident just before 9.50pm on Friday, July 17.
Officers investigating the "serious collision" are now looking at the incident as an attempted murder.
Police are keen to identify the driver of another van, possibly a Fiat Scudo, who stopped at the scene immediately after the incident.
A police spokesperson said: "We believe this person may have vital information that will assist with the investigation.
"We would urge this person, and anyone else who saw what happened, to contact us as soon as possible by calling us on 101 quoting 44200266371.
"Alternatively people can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."
A 33-year-old man from Southampton has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, causing serious injury by dangerous driving, GBH, failing to stop after an accident and criminal damage.
He has been released on police bail while enquiries continue.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--'This is not the time for more obstacles': Angry Eastleigh residents launch campaign against pedestr

'This is not the time for more obstacles': Angry Eastleigh residents launch campaign against pedestrianised town centre

ANGRY Eastleigh residents have launched a campaign to have the pedestrianisation of the town centre overturned .
A petition has been created by ETCAG ( Eastleigh Town Centre Action Group ) , which is comprised of business owners/managers , residents and members of the public who have been affected by the road closures .
High Street and Market Street were closed on June 15 , the same day non-essential shops and services were due to reopen and Lorraine Gardener , chair of ETCAG and local business owner said : “ The high street wasn ’ t exactly thriving before lockdown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to throw more obstacles in the way of surviving businesses.
” “ They are saying that the roads are staying shut to keep people safe during the Covid-19 pandemic , but the businesses are Covid-19 safe and have been since the beginning.
” People shopping on these two streets now have to park further away .
Resident John Borer , said : “ I ’ ve lived in Eastleigh 76 years and I love the place .
“ There are queues , but if people see you coming , they just move over.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Eastleigh , Paul Holmes , who said : “ Small businesses and our town centre are central to our community and I am extremely worried by the impact that the closure of Market Street and High Street has had on their livelihoods .
“ I firmly believe that if the council listens and works with the businesses in the town centre , we can find a solution that keeps people safe and allows our businesses to thrive.
” At the time the Echo went to press there were more than 1,700 signatures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be presented at the council offices .
An Eastleigh Borough Council spokesman said : “ Maintaining the safety of shoppers in the town centre is paramount and High Street and Market Street in Eastleigh town centre have been temporarily closed to vehicles to allow safer social distancing for shoppers .
“ To further support businesses , new parking areas for disabled people and drop-off areas have also been provided .
“ We have met with ETCAG and listened to their concerns and we will continue to regularly review the situation .
”

A petition has been created by ETCAG (Eastleigh Town Centre Action Group), which is comprised of business owners/managers, residents and members of the public who have been affected by the road closures.
High Street and Market Street were closed on June 15, the same day non-essential shops and services were due to reopen and Lorraine Gardener, chair of ETCAG and local business owner said: “The high street wasn’t exactly thriving before lockdown and this isn’t the time to throw more obstacles in the way of surviving businesses.”
“They are saying that the roads are staying shut to keep people safe during the Covid-19 pandemic, but the businesses are Covid-19 safe and have been since the beginning.”
People shopping on these two streets now have to park further away.
Resident John Borer, said: “I’ve lived in Eastleigh 76 years and I love the place.
“There are queues, but if people see you coming, they just move over.”
The ETCAG are supported by MP for Eastleigh, Paul Holmes, who said: “Small businesses and our town centre are central to our community and I am extremely worried by the impact that the closure of Market Street and High Street has had on their livelihoods.
“I firmly believe that if the council listens and works with the businesses in the town centre, we can find a solution that keeps people safe and allows our businesses to thrive.”
At the time the Echo went to press there were more than 1,700 signatures on the petition, which is soon to be presented at the council offices.
An Eastleigh Borough Council spokesman said: “Maintaining the safety of shoppers in the town centre is paramount and High Street and Market Street in Eastleigh town centre have been temporarily closed to vehicles to allow safer social distancing for shoppers.
“To further support businesses, new parking areas for disabled people and drop-off areas have also been provided.
“We have met with ETCAG and listened to their concerns and we will continue to regularly review the situation.”


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--P&O extend pause in sailings to mid-November

A SOUTHAMPTON cruise firm has cancelled long cruises and extended its pause in sailings again .
P & O Cruises has now extended the pause to mid-November following guidance from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office ( FCO ) .
• Southampton cruise line wo n't be resuming sailing operations until later this year The company 's sailings will not be taking place until November 12 .
The cruise firm has also cancelled two long itineraries due to depart in January 2021 .
In the company ’ s latest video , P & O Cruises president Paul Ludlow said : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is in place it is not advisable for us to resume operations .
“ As well as cancelling all cruises up until November 12 , 2020 we will , sadly , also be cancelling Aurora ’ s Caribbean & South America Adventure and Arcadia ’ s World Cruise .
Given long-term planning , combined with the complexity and length of these long-haul itineraries and evolving border restrictions , we need to ensure that we adhere to the guidance as it stands .
I know that these January cruises , in particular , are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so sorry for the disappointment that these cancellations will cause .
• Cancellations as cruise firm sells ship after 18 years of service “ We continue to work in partnership with public health agencies at the highest level as well as Department for Transport ; EU Healthy Gateways and Cruise Lines International Association ( CLIA ) , the world 's largest cruise industry association .
We will follow all applicable guidelines to enhance our already stringent measures to keep our guests and crew healthy and well and we will not resume sailing until @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Fundamentally , we will be adopting best practice within the travel industry .
“ The good news is that confidence in cruising is strong and we are seeing increasing and significant demand from our guests .
`` We know that the FCO guidance is under constant review and we are hopeful that , as they are aware of the work the industry is doing , this will change before too long.
” Guests booked on the cancelled cruises will automatically receive an enhanced 125 % Future Cruise Credit or alternatively can fill in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ refund .
Ludlow continued : “ We have invested significantly in new systems and technology to speed up the refund process and to date we have refunded tens of thousands of guests , although it is heartening to see that the majority of our guests have opted for the FCC so they have a holiday to look forward to in the future.
” He also confirmed that the company will take delivery of new ship Iona “ before the autumn '' .
For more information see https : //www.pocruises.com/travel-health-advisories or to book , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 555 111 , visit www.pocruises.com or visit a travel agent .

P&O Cruises has now extended the pause to mid-November following guidance from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO).
The company's sailings will not be taking place until November 12. The cruise firm has also cancelled two long itineraries due to depart in January 2021.
In the company’s latest video, P&O Cruises president Paul Ludlow said: “It is clear that whilst the guidance is in place it is not advisable for us to resume operations.
“As well as cancelling all cruises up until November 12, 2020 we will, sadly, also be cancelling Aurora’s Caribbean & South America Adventure and Arcadia’s World Cruise. Given long-term planning, combined with the complexity and length of these long-haul itineraries and evolving border restrictions, we need to ensure that we adhere to the guidance as it stands. I know that these January cruises, in particular, are holidays of a lifetime and we are so sorry for the disappointment that these cancellations will cause.
“We continue to work in partnership with public health agencies at the highest level as well as Department for Transport; EU Healthy Gateways and Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world's largest cruise industry association. We will follow all applicable guidelines to enhance our already stringent measures to keep our guests and crew healthy and well and we will not resume sailing until this approved framework is in place. Fundamentally, we will be adopting best practice within the travel industry.
“The good news is that confidence in cruising is strong and we are seeing increasing and significant demand from our guests.
"We know that the FCO guidance is under constant review and we are hopeful that, as they are aware of the work the industry is doing, this will change before too long.”
Guests booked on the cancelled cruises will automatically receive an enhanced 125% Future Cruise Credit or alternatively can fill in the website form for a 100% refund.
Ludlow continued: “We have invested significantly in new systems and technology to speed up the refund process and to date we have refunded tens of thousands of guests, although it is heartening to see that the majority of our guests have opted for the FCC so they have a holiday to look forward to in the future.”
He also confirmed that the company will take delivery of new ship Iona “before the autumn".
For more information see https://www.pocruises.com/travel-health-advisories or to book, call P&O Cruises on 03453 555 111, visit www.pocruises.com or visit a travel agent.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--City’s excess deaths above normal level

City’s excess deaths above normal level

SOUTHAMPTON experienced almost twice as many deaths as normal during the worst period of the coronavirus crisis , new analysis reveals .
The King ’ s Fund think tank said the coronavirus has exposed the “ widening health divide ” in the UK , after Office for National Statistics figures revealed every part of the country had seen an increase in deaths .
The number of excess deaths in Southampton hit a peak in the week ending April 17 , with 96 % more deaths than the average for the previous five years .
Overall , the area had more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 15 weeks between March 6 and June 12 .
The ONS compared the all-cause mortality of 23 European countries , taking account of age differences in the population .
It found by the end of May , England had the highest levels of excess mortality in Europe , at 8 % above normal – ahead of Spain ( 7 % ) and Scotland ( 5 % ) .
Excess death figures are seen as the most accurate way of measuring the effect of the crisis as they are not affected by the different @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ONS said the first half of 2020 saw “ extraordinary increases ” in mortality rates across Western Europe .
The charity the Health Foundation said this more uniform spread of the virus could explain why Covid-19 has taken such a “ huge and deadly toll ” on the country , although it also questioned whether the timing of the lockdown had been a factor .
Charles Tallack , assistant director of the Health Foundation ’ s research arm the REAL Centre , said we must understand how and why the UK differs from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wave .
He said : “ Areas for investigation should include what proportion of the population were infected before lockdown began , whether lockdown measures were introduced quickly enough , and how effective lockdown has been in preventing the spread of the virus through the population .
“ And finally , we need to understand the impact of prioritising Covid-19 patients and how this has affected health care for non-Covid-19 patients.
” The figures show Southampton had the 11th highest rate of excess mortality at its peak out of the South East ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ This is an unprecedented global pandemic and our understanding of its impact on different countries and societies will improve as we learn more .
“ At all stages we have been guided by the latest scientific advice , and the action we have taken has allowed us to protect the vulnerable and ensure the NHS was not overwhelmed , even at the virus ’ peak .
”

The King’s Fund think tank said the coronavirus has exposed the “widening health divide” in the UK, after Office for National Statistics figures revealed every part of the country had seen an increase in deaths.
The number of excess deaths in Southampton hit a peak in the week ending April 17, with 96% more deaths than the average for the previous five years.
Overall, the area had more deaths than usual in 11 of the 15 weeks between March 6 and June 12.
The ONS compared the all-cause mortality of 23 European countries, taking account of age differences in the population.
It found by the end of May, England had the highest levels of excess mortality in Europe, at 8% above normal – ahead of Spain (7%) and Scotland (5%).
Excess death figures are seen as the most accurate way of measuring the effect of the crisis as they are not affected by the different ways countries record Covid-19 deaths.
The ONS said the first half of 2020 saw “extraordinary increases” in mortality rates across Western Europe.
The charity the Health Foundation said this more uniform spread of the virus could explain why Covid-19 has taken such a “huge and deadly toll” on the country, although it also questioned whether the timing of the lockdown had been a factor.
Charles Tallack, assistant director of the Health Foundation’s research arm the REAL Centre, said we must understand how and why the UK differs from its neighbours ahead of a potential second wave.
He said: “Areas for investigation should include what proportion of the population were infected before lockdown began, whether lockdown measures were introduced quickly enough, and how effective lockdown has been in preventing the spread of the virus through the population.
“And finally, we need to understand the impact of prioritising Covid-19 patients and how this has affected health care for non-Covid-19 patients.”
The figures show Southampton had the 11th highest rate of excess mortality at its peak out of the South East’s 21 areas.
A Government spokeswoman said: “This is an unprecedented global pandemic and our understanding of its impact on different countries and societies will improve as we learn more.
“At all stages we have been guided by the latest scientific advice, and the action we have taken has allowed us to protect the vulnerable and ensure the NHS was not overwhelmed, even at the virus’ peak.”


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Adam Klos sentenced at Southampton Magistrates' Court

A MAN who was four times the drink driving limit has been banned from the roads .
Adam Klos was @ @ @ @ @ driver 's seat of a Vauxhall Zafira in Fanshawe Street , Southampton .
He was @ @ @ @ @ the public with his `` ignition running '' on February 29 this year .
Klos @ @ @ @ @ breathalysed at the roadside , according to the Crown Prosecution Service .
He was four @ @ @ @ @ limit with 145 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath - the limit is @ @ @ @ @ taken while in police custody confirmed this reading .
Klos had no passengers and gave @ @ @ @ @ .
Appearing before Southampton Magistrates ' Court in June he pleaded not guilty to drink @ @ @ @ @ before the same court on July 29 he was found guilty .
He was disqualified @ @ @ @ @ and fined £500 .
Klos must pay £300 in court costs and a £50 victim @ @

Adam Klos was found slumped over in the driver's seat of a Vauxhall Zafira in Fanshawe Street, Southampton.
He was discovered by a member of the public with his "ignition running" on February 29 this year.
Klos of Shirley High Street was breathalysed at the roadside, according to the Crown Prosecution Service.
He was four times over the drink driving limit with 145 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath - the limit is 35 micrograms.
More samples taken while in police custody confirmed this reading.
Klos had no passengers and gave a no comment police interview.
Appearing before Southampton Magistrates' Court in June he pleaded not guilty to drink driving.
However, standing before the same court on July 29 he was found guilty.
He was disqualified from driving for 12 months and fined £500.
Klos must pay £300 in court costs and a £50 victim surcharge.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--LETTER: Disgusted that the staff canteen at Southampton Central Police Station has registered for Ea

LETTER: Disgusted that the staff canteen at Southampton Central Police Station has registered for Eat Out to Help Out

I was absolutely disgusted to read that the closed to the public , staff canteen at Southampton Central police station has registered for the Eat Out to Help Out scheme .
The letter of the law missed this loophole and Hampshire Police have spotted that and chosen to ignore the spirit of Rishi Sunak 's scheme ; the number one aim of which is to help protect catering jobs by boosting demand and getting customers through the door .
If no police staff have been furloughed then how can the spirit of the scheme to get more people through the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ To make your voice heard click here to email letters @ dailyecho.co.uk > > > The number of police staff allowed to eat in this closed to the public canteen remains unchanged .
Additionally the only permitted customers will be on full pay and not the , if you 're fortunate enough , 80 % furlough pay or worst of all benefits .
Surely these have greater need of 50 % off their food ?
This is an unethical use of a scheme introduced to help restaurants open to the general public , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ police staff in their private canteen .
The police then expect the general public to respect them ?

The letter of the law missed this loophole and Hampshire Police have spotted that and chosen to ignore the spirit of Rishi Sunak's scheme; the number one aim of which is to help protect catering jobs by boosting demand and getting customers through the door.
If no police staff have been furloughed then how can the spirit of the scheme to get more people through the door apply here?
The number of police staff allowed to eat in this closed to the public canteen remains unchanged.
Additionally the only permitted customers will be on full pay and not the, if you're fortunate enough, 80% furlough pay or worst of all benefits.
Surely these have greater need of 50% off their food?
This is an unethical use of a scheme introduced to help restaurants open to the general public, not to subsidise food for on duty police staff in their private canteen.
The police then expect the general public to respect them?
Name and address supplied


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Grieving family's holiday plans saved thanks to a total stranger's kind gesture

A GRIEVING family who had their holiday cancelled last minute will still be able to escape their busy everyday-lives thanks to a generous stranger .
Andrew Mcdermott from Hedge End lost his wife , Kim , in February last year after a long battle with breast cancer .
The 41-year-old and his two children , Ethan , 9 , and Annabelle , 6 , were left with a hole in their hearts following her death at age 33 .
Andrew gave up his job at DPD in order to look after his wife , but has been unable to go @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his children , who fear that their dad might not return when out of sight .
Due to Kim 's illness , the children were never able to go on holiday and so as a treat Andrew 's mum , Sylvia Carruthers , booked a family holiday to Italy .
But due to the coronavirus pandemic the holiday was cancelled .
`` I booked a holiday because of what they had been through , '' explained Sylvia , who lives in Carlisle in Cumbria .
`` Once the Government said we could travel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to Cornwall .
`` But it was cancelled a week before we were due to go due to over-booking . ''
Sylvia 's daughter Alaina put out an urgent SOS on Facebook appealing for any help to get a last minute booking to avoid disappointing the children .
Sylvia said : `` We were devastated as Andrew , Ethan and Annabelle so needed this and try as we might everywhere was fully booked .
`` My daughter put out an SOS on Facebook and I rang my brother who lives in Falmouth .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ an SOS and a friend of hers has offered us her static home in Newquay for a week .
`` We know nothing of her except her name is Kazz .
We could n't believe it , I was overwhelmed and in tears .
`` We have never met her before and for a total stranger to be so kind we just ca n't believe it . ''
Sylvia and her husband have not been able to see their grandchildren since February due to lock down .
But thanks to the kindness of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be able to enjoy a well-deserved holiday together .

Andrew Mcdermott from Hedge End lost his wife, Kim, in February last year after a long battle with breast cancer.
The 41-year-old and his two children, Ethan, 9, and Annabelle, 6, were left with a hole in their hearts following her death at age 33.
Andrew gave up his job at DPD in order to look after his wife, but has been unable to go back to work due to anxiety in his children, who fear that their dad might not return when out of sight.
Due to Kim's illness, the children were never able to go on holiday and so as a treat Andrew's mum, Sylvia Carruthers, booked a family holiday to Italy. But due to the coronavirus pandemic the holiday was cancelled.
"I booked a holiday because of what they had been through,"explained Sylvia, who lives in Carlisle in Cumbria.
"Once the Government said we could travel, I decided to book a holiday to Cornwall.
"But it was cancelled a week before we were due to go due to over-booking."
Sylvia's daughter Alaina put out an urgent SOS on Facebook appealing for any help to get a last minute booking to avoid disappointing the children.
Sylvia said: "We were devastated as Andrew, Ethan and Annabelle so needed this and try as we might everywhere was fully booked.
"My daughter put out an SOS on Facebook and I rang my brother who lives in Falmouth.
"My niece Kimberley also put out an SOS and a friend of hers has offered us her static home in Newquay for a week.
"We know nothing of her except her name is Kazz. We couldn't believe it, I was overwhelmed and in tears.
"We have never met her before and for a total stranger to be so kind we just can't believe it."
Sylvia and her husband have not been able to see their grandchildren since February due to lock down.
But thanks to the kindness of a total stranger, the family will be able to enjoy a well-deserved holiday together.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--'Bee killer' Asian hornets in the UK: What to do if you spot one

Beekeepers have appealed to the public to be on alert for 'bee killer ' Asian hornets after they were spotted across the country .
We 've put together everything you need to know about them - including what to do if you see one .
What is an Asian hornet and how did they get to the UK ?
The Asian hornet ( Vespa velutina ) , also known as the yellow-legged hornet or Asian predatory wasp , is native to Asia .
According to the Asian Hornet Action Team ( AHAT ) , it is believed that it was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ around 2004 and has spread rapidly through France and into neighbouring countries - including the UK .
Why are they so dangerous ?
Beekeepers say the Asian Hornets are a threat to all pollinators , not just honey bees .
Gerry Stuart , Torbay AHAT member , said : “ They are slightly smaller than our native European hornet and it is 25-30mm head to tail , it has an orange face and a dark abdomen with the 4th segment yellow .
`` Its thorax is entirely dark brown or black and velvety @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tips to its legs .
Unlike our native European hornet ( Vespa crabro ) , it doesn ’ t fly at night .
`` Thwarting its establishment here in the UK is crucial to protect our pollinators , UK flora , fruit and other insect pollinated crop production .
`` The public should be aware that whilst the Asian hornets are not ordinarily aggressive , they are advised that they should not under any circumstances approach a nest .
`` If they are disturbed , they will actively defend their nests.
” Just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ allergic reaction , or anaphylaxis , can occasionally put people in the hospital .
However in rare cases , severe reactions can become fatal .
Where can their nests be found ?
Colin Lodge , a member of Torbay beekeepers and the founder of the first AHAT team in the UK added : “ Generally nests are found high in trees but they are now starting to be found low down in garden shrubs , undergrowth , and roadside banks .
`` Bee Inspectors found one in a shrub outside a dining room @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into such nests in these sorts of places without protection has led to a number of fatalities on the continent from adverse reactions to the insects venom from multiple stings .
`` For this reason , and that Asian Hornet could decimate our local native pollinator populations , we are asking everyone , to learn how to identify this non-native species from the other flying insects we usually see at this time of year.
” Why have beekeepers urged people to be on high alert ?
AHATs have encouraged members of the public @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hornets until the end of October .
Ivy which will be coming into flower over the next few weeks , or fallen fruit makes for an excellent place to look out for them either in your garden or elsewhere .
Simon O ’ Sullivan , chairman of Devon AHAT said : “ We continue to strive towards a ‘ co-ordinated partnership approach ’ with our Bee Inspectors from the National Bee Unit to assistwith this incursion .
`` We need the public to be aware of what this insect looks like , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ insect can cause to all of our native pollinators not just honey bees but butterflies , bumble bees , hoverflies and other essential pollinators.
” How can a report of an Asian hornet be made ?
Members of the public can download the free Asian Hornet Watch App on their smartphone to assist with identification and quick and easy submission of any reports .
The Asian Hornet Watch week will run from September 7 to 13 , 2020 and AHAT members have urged the public to be attentive and to report any sightings @

We've put together everything you need to know about them - including what to do if you see one.
What is an Asian hornet and how did they get to the UK?
The Asian hornet (Vespa velutina), also known as the yellow-legged hornet or Asian predatory wasp, is native to Asia.
According to the Asian Hornet Action Team (AHAT), it is believed that it was accidentally imported into Southern France from China around 2004 and has spread rapidly through France and into neighbouring countries - including the UK.
Why are they so dangerous?
Beekeepers say the Asian Hornets are a threat to all pollinators, not just honey bees.
Gerry Stuart, Torbay AHAT member, said: “They are slightly smaller than our native European hornet and it is 25-30mm head to tail, it has an orange face and a dark abdomen with the 4th segment yellow.
"Its thorax is entirely dark brown or black and velvety, and the insect has bright yellow tips to its legs. Unlike our native European hornet (Vespa crabro), it doesn’t fly at night.
"Thwarting its establishment here in the UK is crucial to protect our pollinators, UK flora, fruit and other insect pollinated crop production.
"The public should be aware that whilst the Asian hornets are not ordinarily aggressive, they are advised that they should not under any circumstances approach a nest.
"If they are disturbed, they will actively defend their nests.”
Can a Asian hornet kill a human?
Just as with honey bee stings, an allergic reaction, or anaphylaxis, can occasionally put people in the hospital.
However in rare cases, severe reactions can become fatal.
Where can their nests be found?
Colin Lodge, a member of Torbay beekeepers and the founder of the first AHAT team in the UK added: “Generally nests are found high in trees but they are now starting to be found low down in garden shrubs, undergrowth, and roadside banks.
"Bee Inspectors found one in a shrub outside a dining room window of a house.
"Blundering into such nests in these sorts of places without protection has led to a number of fatalities on the continent from adverse reactions to the insects venom from multiple stings.
"For this reason, and that Asian Hornet could decimate our local native pollinator populations, we are asking everyone, to learn how to identify this non-native species from the other flying insects we usually see at this time of year.”
Why have beekeepers urged people to be on high alert?
AHATs have encouraged members of the public to be on the alert for Asian hornets until the end of October.
Ivy which will be coming into flower over the next few weeks, or fallen fruit makes for an excellent place to look out for them either in your garden or elsewhere.
Simon O’Sullivan, chairman of Devon AHAT said: “We continue to strive towards a ‘co-ordinated partnership approach’ with our Bee Inspectors from the National Bee Unit to assistwith this incursion.
"We need the public to be aware of what this insect looks like, and to understand the potential damage that this insect can cause to all of our native pollinators not just honey bees but butterflies, bumble bees, hoverflies and other essential pollinators.”
How can a report of an Asian hornet be made?
Members of the public can download the free Asian Hornet Watch App on their smartphone to assist with identification and quick and easy submission of any reports.
The Asian Hornet Watch week will run from September 7 to 13, 2020 and AHAT members have urged the public to be attentive and to report any sightings.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--The Vikings ice hockey team

The Vikings ice hockey team

SOUTHAMPTON 's ice hockey team The Vikings were formed following the success of the Great Britain team in the 1936 Olympics , and was made possible after a Paris club collapsed with large debts .
The squad inherited kit from the French side Club Francais Volants , and decided upon their name because the shirts already had a ' V ' emblazoned on it .
That first season in 1936 was also the team ’ s last for a while as , like their French predecessors , they were forced to fold through lack of funds .
Following the construction @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Vikings were back on the ice , winning the Southern Intermediate League and setting a record for the highest amount of goals scored .
The team continued to taste success as they grew from strength to strength – even winning the British Ice Hockey Association Cup no fewer than five times .
The rink was purchased by the Rank Organisation in 1963 , and redevelopment resulted in the end of the Vikings once more .
It wasn ’ t until 1976 when another refurbishment lead to the team ’ s return .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the club , finishing top of the British League Division One and gaining promotion to the Premier Division .
The club only enjoyed one season in top flight after suffering relegation .
When the rink closed in 1988 to made way for new housing , the Vikings were no more once again .

The squad inherited kit from the French side Club Francais Volants, and decided upon their name because the shirts already had a 'V' emblazoned on it.
That first season in 1936 was also the team’s last for a while as, like their French predecessors, they were forced to fold through lack of funds.
Following the construction of a new rink in 1952, the Vikings were back on the ice, winning the Southern Intermediate League and setting a record for the highest amount of goals scored.
The team continued to taste success as they grew from strength to strength – even winning the British Ice Hockey Association Cup no fewer than five times.
The rink was purchased by the Rank Organisation in 1963, and redevelopment resulted in the end of the Vikings once more. It wasn’t until 1976 when another refurbishment lead to the team’s return.
The 1983/84 season was a triumphant one for the club, finishing top of the British League Division One and gaining promotion to the Premier Division.
The club only enjoyed one season in top flight after suffering relegation.
When the rink closed in 1988 to made way for new housing, the Vikings were no more once again.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--School proms from 2010 part 2 – were you or your child pictured?

WITH news of a mass school leavers prom taking place at The Best Parties Ever , the Daily Echo dug @ @ @ @ @ ago .
This second lot of pictures show different schools having fun at their ball @ @ @ @ @ frocks and terrific tuxedos as they ensured their prom went off in spectacular style .
@ @ @ @ @ prom pictures from 2010 will feature next week .

This second lot of pictures show different schools having fun at their ball.
The Youngsters donned fancy frocks and terrific tuxedos as they ensured their prom went off in spectacular style.
The final set of school prom pictures from 2010 will feature next week.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Daisy Dip in Southampton to get revamp

Daisy Dip in Southampton to get revamp

SOUTHAMPTON youngsters can look forward to a revamped play area .
The Daisy Dip in Swaythling will be transformed into a castle-themed play area .
It will be circled by a moat of wild-flowers and accessed via bridges .
The renovations will create a new and improved space for families to spend time together outside and be active , according to the city council .
The equipment for the site in Laburnum Road was chosen by the Friends of Daisy Dip following a consultation in March with work due to be finished in November .
A statement from the Friends @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We 're very excited to see the work for the new play area .
Together with money raised and grants secured by Friends of Daisy Dip , it ’ s going to make a huge difference to our local community and we 're proud to have helped make it possible.
” Cllr Lorna Fielker , Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care , added : “ Daisy Dip is a great example of the commitment we are making to improve play areas and green spaces across the city and these outdoor spaces @ @ @ @ @ @ @ children and adults alike .
`` Over the years , Daisy Dip has been susceptible to flooding , but we ’ ve been working closely with the Friends Group and local community , to ensure that the new designs will help to alleviate these issues , making this much-loved play area somewhere people can enjoy all year round . ''

The Daisy Dip in Swaythling will be transformed into a castle-themed play area.
It will be circled by a moat of wild-flowers and accessed via bridges.
The renovations will create a new and improved space for families to spend time together outside and be active, according to the city council.
The equipment for the site in Laburnum Road was chosen by the Friends of Daisy Dip following a consultation in March with work due to be finished in November.
A statement from the Friends of Daisy Dip Group said: “We're very excited to see the work for the new play area. Together with money raised and grants secured by Friends of Daisy Dip, it’s going to make a huge difference to our local community and we're proud to have helped make it possible.”
Cllr Lorna Fielker, Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care, added: “Daisy Dip is a great example of the commitment we are making to improve play areas and green spaces across the city and these outdoor spaces have many health and wellbeing benefits for children and adults alike.
"Over the years, Daisy Dip has been susceptible to flooding, but we’ve been working closely with the Friends Group and local community, to ensure that the new designs will help to alleviate these issues, making this much-loved play area somewhere people can enjoy all year round."


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Maddy Moos in Totton is named after the family dog

WHERE else would you find a card which congratulates the recipient on becoming a nun ?
Card , gift , balloon and party supplies shop Maddy Moos in Totton is a family business named after a rather work shy cocker spaniel and staff go above and beyond to help customers celebrate any obscure occasion imaginable .
`` We actually sold one once , '' laughs director Hayleigh Nolan .
`` But , yes , we can certainly help you if you have a friend becoming a nun !
`` People come to us from all over the place to get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Need a card showing a guinea pig in a party hat ?
We can help !
And if we have n't got it we find it or we personalise it .
`` We 're always delivering stuff to people or adding gift wrap .
It 's about making yourself memorable then the customer comes back and that 's much more important than making a couple of quid .
`` We love our staff and our customers .
Customers are the reason we are still going .
We do all we can to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ best that it can be .
Our customers have become friends .
We are professional of course , but we are very friendly and open to conversation with anyone . ''
Maddy Moos , in Watson Walk , was opened nine years ago by Karen and Kevin Nolan .
After years of making cards for friends and relatives , as well as working as a merchandiser for the UK 's leading greetings card company , it was s a long standing dream for Karen .
'Cheeky and cheerful ' Kevin sadly passed away @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was able to ask daughter Hayleigh to take over alongside her mum .
`` It 's his legacy , '' adds Hayleigh .
`` We 're making it as good as we can for him .
Dad always went above and beyond .
He was n't about making a million , he was about having fun . ''
Both Karen and Hayleigh live nearby and often walk to work .
The family dog Maddy who provided the inspiration for the shop 's jovial name is also a frequent visitor .
`` She 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't do much work !
Everyone loves her occasional appearances though , '' says Hayleigh .
The business has recently gone online with the launch of 'Maddy 's Mootique ' and the shop itself stocks ranges including East of India , Jellycat soft toys , Wrendale and Disney Baby .
Maddy Moos opens from Monday to Saturday and on Sundays in the run up to occasions including Mother 's Day and Valentine 's Day .

Card, gift, balloon and party supplies shop Maddy Moos in Totton is a family business named after a rather work shy cocker spaniel and staff go above and beyond to help customers celebrate any obscure occasion imaginable.
"We actually sold one once," laughs director Hayleigh Nolan. "But, yes, we can certainly help you if you have a friend becoming a nun!
"People come to us from all over the place to get something for all sorts of obscure occasions. Need a card showing a guinea pig in a party hat? We can help! And if we haven't got it we find it or we personalise it.
"We're always delivering stuff to people or adding gift wrap. It's about making yourself memorable then the customer comes back and that's much more important than making a couple of quid.
"We love our staff and our customers. Customers are the reason we are still going. We do all we can to make their experience shopping with us the best that it can be. Our customers have become friends. We are professional of course, but we are very friendly and open to conversation with anyone."
Maddy Moos, in Watson Walk, was opened nine years ago by Karen and Kevin Nolan. After years of making cards for friends and relatives, as well as working as a merchandiser for the UK's leading greetings card company, it was s a long standing dream for Karen.
'Cheeky and cheerful' Kevin sadly passed away in 2017, but not before he was able to ask daughter Hayleigh to take over alongside her mum.
"It's his legacy," adds Hayleigh. "We're making it as good as we can for him. Dad always went above and beyond. He wasn't about making a million, he was about having fun."
Both Karen and Hayleigh live nearby and often walk to work.
The family dog Maddy who provided the inspiration for the shop's jovial name is also a frequent visitor.
"She's definitely the boss. But she doesn't do much work!Everyone loves her occasional appearances though," says Hayleigh.
The business has recently gone online with the launch of 'Maddy's Mootique' and the shop itself stocks ranges including East of India, Jellycat soft toys, Wrendale and Disney Baby.
Maddy Moos opens from Monday to Saturday and on Sundays in the run up to occasions including Mother's Day and Valentine's Day.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Call for crossing to be replaced with bridge

HIGHWAY chiefs are being urged to solve a century-old problem by building a bridge over the railway line that splits Totton in two .
Ward councillor David Harrison said it was time to replace the Junction Road level crossing , which is closed to vehicles for a total of 20 minutes every hour .
The number of trains using the line will increase if the old Totton to Hythe branch line is reopened .
Rail minister Chris Heaton-Harris visited the line last month and said there was a `` very strong case '' for passenger services to be revived .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Port , now being run by commercial operator Solent Gateway , could also result in extra rail traffic in the area .
Cllr Harrison said a bridge over the railway at Junction Road would solve the problem .
Referring to ancient town council minutes he said : `` One of the big issues - over 100 years ago - was concern about the train gates closing .
Nothing has changed - is n't it about time something was sorted ?
`` The line is going to get a lot busier with very long @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It 's fairly clear that Solent Gateway is going to make good use of the railway .
Further on we may see Dibden Bay developed , which will almost certainly mean more use of the same line . ''
Cllr Harrison said the impact of a new passenger service would be relatively small compared with delays likely to be caused by long freight trains .
He added : `` I simply do n't believe a bridge can not be constructed as a means of properly linking the two halves of Totton .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ business interests .
It 's a price they should be prepared to pay .
`` In any case , it is high time some serious money was invested in Totton .
`` When you look at all other towns in the area , you see much higher quality street furniture , paving and other features .
`` We have been left behind and that is so wrong given that we pay more in taxes than anywhere else in the district . ''

Ward councillor David Harrison said it was time to replace the Junction Road level crossing, which is closed to vehicles for a total of 20 minutes every hour.
The number of trains using the line will increase if the old Totton to Hythe branch line is reopened.
Rail minister Chris Heaton-Harris visited the line last month and said there was a "very strong case" for passenger services to be revived.
Any increase in activity at Marchwood Military Port, now being run by commercial operator Solent Gateway, could also result in extra rail traffic in the area.
Cllr Harrison said a bridge over the railway at Junction Road would solve the problem.
Referring to ancient town council minutes he said: "One of the big issues - over 100 years ago - was concern about the train gates closing. Nothing has changed - isn't it about time something was sorted?
"The line is going to get a lot busier with very long trains and carriages pulling freight.
"It's fairly clear that Solent Gateway is going to make good use of the railway. Further on we may see Dibden Bay developed, which will almost certainly mean more use of the same line."
Cllr Harrison said the impact of a new passenger service would be relatively small compared with delays likely to be caused by long freight trains.
He added: "I simply don't believe a bridge cannot be constructed as a means of properly linking the two halves of Totton. The money could be available from developers and business interests. It's a price they should be prepared to pay.
"In any case, it is high time some serious money was invested in Totton.
"When you look at all other towns in the area, you see much higher quality street furniture, paving and other features.
"We have been left behind and that is so wrong given that we pay more in taxes than anywhere else in the district."


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Guy Lendon of Southampton hanged himself after marriage breakdown

A `` SAD and lonely '' man hanged himself following the failure of his 15-year marriage , an inquest was told .
Warehouse worker Guy Lendon , 52 , of Kinsbourne Close in Thornhill , Southampton , took his own life after his wife Nina went away for the weekend .
The couple had earlier agreed that Mr Lendon would leave the marital home and move into a rented flat .
Giving evidence to the inquest at Winchester Coroner 's Court , Mrs Lendon described her husband as a quiet and reserved man who , when not working , was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
She added : `` He was a very sad and lonely person who kept everything to himself . ''
Describing her husband as `` quite secretive '' she added : `` I think there was a lot about him that even I did n't know . ''
The inquest heard that Mrs Lendon returned home after a weekend away in February to discover her husband had not reported for work .
She called the police , who found his body in the garage .
A post-mortem examination carried out by consultant pathologist @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the cause of death .
Area coroner Jason Pegg said he was satisfied that Mr Lendon intended to take his own life and recorded a conclusion of suicide .
Addressing Mrs Lendon he said her husband 's death must have come as a shock .
He told her : `` Clearly your relationship was strained at the time but I 'm sure you have happy memories of your husband and that you will treasure them . ''

Warehouse worker Guy Lendon, 52, of Kinsbourne Close in Thornhill, Southampton, took his own life after his wife Nina went away for the weekend.
The couple had earlier agreed that Mr Lendon would leave the marital home and move into a rented flat.
Giving evidence to the inquest at Winchester Coroner's Court, Mrs Lendon described her husband as a quiet and reserved man who, when not working, was happy to sit at home watching TV.
She added: "He was a very sad and lonely person who kept everything to himself."
Describing her husband as "quite secretive" she added: "I think there was a lot about him that even I didn't know."
The inquest heard that Mrs Lendon returned home after a weekend away in February to discover her husband had not reported for work. She called the police, who found his body in the garage.
A post-mortem examination carried out by consultant pathologist Dr Vidhi Bhargava confirmed that hanging was the cause of death.
Area coroner Jason Pegg said he was satisfied that Mr Lendon intended to take his own life and recorded a conclusion of suicide.
Addressing Mrs Lendon he said her husband's death must have come as a shock.
He told her: "Clearly your relationship was strained at the time but I'm sure you have happy memories of your husband and that you will treasure them."


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Daniel Sampays and Rhys Elliot Donovan due at Southampton Crown Court

TWO MEN are due at crown court following an attack .
Daniel Sampays , 21 , of Ringwood Road , @ @ @ @ @ , 21 , of Players Crescent , Totton have been charged with grievous bodily harm @ @ @ @ @ have attacked a man on December 23 , 2018 .
The duo are due to @ @ @ @ @ on September 7 this year .

Daniel Sampays, 21, of Ringwood Road, Totton and Rhys Elliot Donovan, 21, of Players Crescent, Totton have been charged with grievous bodily harm.
They are alleged to have attacked a man on December 23, 2018.
The duo are due to appear at Southampton Crown Court on September 7 this year.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Plans to create a micropub in the heart of Romsey are unveiled

PLANS to create a micropub in the heart of Romsey could be given the green light by planning chiefs .
A planning application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council ( TVBC ) to revamp the empty 8 Market Place into a new pub .
If approved , the ground floor of the grade II listed building would be transformed into the watering hole , while the second floor and attic would be changed for residential use .
Now , community leaders have revealed their enthusiasm for the plans , claiming the new business could help the market town continue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who represents Romsey Cupernham on the borough council , said : `` Anything that brings business into the Market Place is wonderful , because we have got quite a few empty units and it would be really good to have a new business there .
`` I think it will be a challenge , particularly where it is , because I believe there are flats above those buildings [ in the Market Place ] , so I do n't know how the residents will feel about it .
`` There could be problems @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of coronavirus , but if we get everything organised by that time we could be nearing the end of coronavirus . ''
She added : `` Having a micropub there could be a really good offset for the Abbey Hotel closing and hopefully it will become a thriving business . ''
Cllr Nik Daas , who represents Romsey Abbey on the borough council , said : `` That is very good news for Romsey if that empty building can be filled .
`` If we can get something new and exciting in there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' When asked if the coronavirus crisis could impact the business , Cllr Daas said : `` As with all shops , pubs and restaurants there are social distancing rules and we are [ having to adapt ] to a new normal , so I am sure they will be able to work it out . ''
It is not yet known who has submitted the application .

A planning application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) to revamp the empty 8 Market Place into a new pub.
If approved, the ground floor of the grade II listed building would be transformed into the watering hole, while the second floor and attic would be changed for residential use.
Now, community leaders have revealed their enthusiasm for the plans, claiming the new business could help the market town continue to thrive.
Cllr Dorothy Baverstock, who represents Romsey Cupernham on the borough council, said: "Anything that brings business into the Market Place is wonderful, because we have got quite a few empty units and it would be really good to have a new business there.
"I think it will be a challenge, particularly where it is, because I believe there are flats above those buildings [in the Market Place], so I don't know how the residents will feel about it.
"There could be problems [with the plans], because of coronavirus, but if we get everything organised by that time we could be nearing the end of coronavirus."
She added: "Having a micropub there could be a really good offset for the Abbey Hotel closing and hopefully it will become a thriving business."
Cllr Nik Daas, who represents Romsey Abbey on the borough council, said: "That is very good news for Romsey if that empty building can be filled.
"If we can get something new and exciting in there I am glad to hear it."
When asked if the coronavirus crisis could impact the business, Cllr Daas said: "As with all shops, pubs and restaurants there are social distancing rules and we are [having to adapt] to a new normal, so I am sure they will be able to work it out."
It is not yet known who has submitted the application.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Plans for a multimillion-pound development on old Romsey World of Water site are unveiled

PLANS for a multimillion-pound “ nature-based campus ” in Romsey , which could create 150 jobs , have been revealed .
An application has been submitted to Test Valley Borough Council ( TVBC ) to transform the old aquatic centre , Romsey World of Water in Greatbridge Road , into a site that would feature a cafe , visitors ’ centre and a place to view birds on the Fishlake Meadows Nature Reserve , next to the development .
If approved , the site would boast 226 car parking spaces , including ten disabled spaces , as well as retail @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southern Aquatics & Pets until June 30. n Continued from front Lead consultant and architect for the plans , Gary Wilburn , says the “ nature-based campus ” could generate “ 150 jobs ” , “ provides a £10m green infrastructure investment ” and would give better access to the nature reserve .
The 57-year-old added that the applicant , Azure One Limited , has been working with Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust ( HIWWT ) to “ ensure the development improves the area for wildlife and offers opportunities for those @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with nature ” .
Chief Executive of HIWWT , Debbie Tann , said : “ This disused site sits next to our nature reserve , Fishlake Meadows – a wonderful wildlife haven on the edge of Romsey .
“ There is a real opportunity to bring nature to the fore here and we are happy to be working with the team to help ensure that the development is sensitive to the special wildlife of our nature reserve , and delivers genuine benefits for both wildlife and local people.
” Now , community leaders @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Cllr Dorothy Baverstock , who represents Romsey Cupernham on the borough council , said : “ If the whole thing is going to be based on nature and it compliments Fishlake Meadows then I don ’ t have a problem with it .
The people who previously complained about the plans for access into the Dukes Head [ in Greatbridge Road ] over access could well be shocked when they see what could be put here.
” Deputy leader for TVBC , Cllr Nick Adams-King , said : “ I ’ m @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which potentially offers an interesting opportunity to enhance the facilities offered for visitors to Fishlake Meadows .
How the office development can benefit the community by way of enabling the Wildlife Trust facilities will be key.
” He added : “ This is an incredibly important site at the entrance to Romsey and adjacent to our wonderful nature reserve , I feel passionately we should only accept the highest quality development worthy of this unique location.
” Cllr Nik Daas , who represents Romsey Abbey on the borough council , added : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the opportunity to go outside and enjoy a bit of nature .
If we can extend that a bit further that can only be a good thing.
” As reported , Southern Aquatics & Pets revealed they moved into the site just weeks after Romsey World of Water went bust .

An application has been submitted to Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) to transform the old aquatic centre, Romsey World of Water in Greatbridge Road, into a site that would feature a cafe, visitors’ centre and a place to view birds on the Fishlake Meadows Nature Reserve, next to the development.
If approved, the site would boast 226 car parking spaces, including ten disabled spaces, as well as retail space.
The site was occupied by Southern Aquatics & Pets until June 30.
n Continued from front Lead consultant and architect for the plans, Gary Wilburn, says the “nature-based campus” could generate “150 jobs”, “provides a £10m green infrastructure investment” and would give better access to the nature reserve.
The 57-year-old added that the applicant, Azure One Limited, has been working with Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust (HIWWT) to “ensure the development improves the area for wildlife and offers opportunities for those working or visiting to enjoy and connect with nature”.
Chief Executive of HIWWT, Debbie Tann, said:“This disused site sits next to our nature reserve, Fishlake Meadows – a wonderful wildlife haven on the edge of Romsey. “There is a real opportunity to bring nature to the fore here and we are happy to be working with the team to help ensure that the development is sensitive to the special wildlife of our nature reserve, and delivers genuine benefits for both wildlife and local people.”
Now, community leaders have had their say on the plans.
Cllr Dorothy Baverstock, who represents Romsey Cupernham on the borough council, said: “If the whole thing is going to be based on nature and it compliments Fishlake Meadows then I don’t have a problem with it. The people who previously complained about the plans for access into the Dukes Head [in Greatbridge Road] over access could well be shocked when they see what could be put here.”
Deputy leader for TVBC, Cllr Nick Adams-King, said: “I’m interested to see the proposal in detail which potentially offers an interesting opportunity to enhance the facilities offered for visitors to Fishlake Meadows. How the office development can benefit the community by way of enabling the Wildlife Trust facilities will be key.”
He added: “This is an incredibly important site at the entrance to Romsey and adjacent to our wonderful nature reserve, I feel passionately we should only accept the highest quality development worthy of this unique location.”
Cllr Nik Daas, who represents Romsey Abbey on the borough council, added: “During lockdown, people have really appreciated the opportunity to go outside and enjoy a bit of nature. If we can extend that a bit further that can only be a good thing.”
As reported, Southern Aquatics & Pets revealed they moved into the site just weeks after Romsey World of Water went bust.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Tribute to 'wonderful' great-grandmother who passed away after fall at home

A `` WONDERFUL '' great-grand mother passed away after a fall at home .
Mabel Fryatt , 96 , from @ @ @ @ @ injuries including fractures to her spine after she fell at home on October 6 , @ @ @ @ @ Fryatt was found on the floor near her front door by her carer , who @ @ @ @ @ the help she needed .
Mrs Fryatt was taken to Southampton General Hospital where she @ @ @ @ @ after by a number of doctors and nurses who `` instantly fell in love with @ @ @ @ @ , Mrs Fryatt 's granddaughter , described her as a `` wonderful wife , mother @ @ @ @ @ who enjoyed socialising , hosting dinner parties with her family and dancing .
She added @ @ @ @ @ long walks with her beloved husband Reg and their dog .
Mrs Fryatt was sadly @ @ @ @ @ daughter Anne in 2018 , but despite this she continued to lve her life independently @ @ @ @ @ in hospital on October 8 last year .

Mabel Fryatt, 96, from Highcliffe suffered a number of injuries including fractures to her spine after she fell at home on October 6, an inquest revealed.
Mrs Fryatt was found on the floor near her front door by her carer, who dialled 999 to get her the help she needed.
Mrs Fryatt was taken to Southampton General Hospital where she was made comfortable and looked after by a number of doctors and nurses who "instantly fell in love with her".
Jane Neale, Mrs Fryatt's granddaughter, described her as a "wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother" who enjoyed socialising, hosting dinner parties with her family and dancing.
She added that Mrs Fryatt loved taking long walks with her beloved husband Reg and their dog.
Mrs Fryatt was sadly widowed, and lost her daughter Anne in 2018, but despite this she continued to lve her life independently.
Mrs Fryatt passed away in hospital on October 8 last year.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Website launched by Hampshire County Council

A CAMPAIGN has been launched across Hampshire in a bid to reduce the transmission of coronavirus .
It involves a council-run website with a number of resources , and links to a new Covid-19 dashboard which provides data on infection rates in the region .
The campaign , called Keep Hampshire Safe by Hampshire County Council , supports the delivery of a local outbreak control plan .
It aims to keep the public safe amid the pandemic , and will involve measures such as safety measures in care homes and schools , working with sheltered housing , airports , transport @ @ @ @ @ @ @ venues and higher risk workplaces , ensuring testing can be accessed easily by all residents , contact tracing via NHS Test and Trace , and supporting vulnerable residents .
The new campaign is to continue to promote important public health messaging designed to support the population to keep well , and reduce transmission of coronavirus , as well as ensuring that messaging relating to local outbreaks will reach communities across the county in a timely way .
Councillor Keith Mans , Leader of Hampshire County Council and Chair of the Local Outbreak Engagement @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we have been working closely with our partners in district and borough councils , the local NHS , Public Health England and other key organisations in response to the coronavirus pandemic to minimise the spread of the virus and help protect local residents and communities across Hampshire .
“ Our priority now is to continue to Keep Hampshire Safe so that we can go on enjoying our new freedoms .
“ The good news is that infection rates across the county are currently low – but the coronavirus is still in circulation and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now is not the time to relax .
“ As we move forward , we will refine our plans to reflect best practice and the latest Government advice so that we can continue to deal effectively with any further outbreaks .
“ Together , we can protect one another and keep our county safe .
Please continue to play your part.
” The campaign messaging will reflect the traffic light colours of green , amber , red - to help local residents to recognise the state of play at any given time , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ advice .
In a bid to prevent local lockdowns in our area , residents are asked to keep distance from people not in their household or support bubble ; wear face coverings where asked to do so , wash hands , and if they have symptoms , to get a test at www.nhs.uk/coronavirus or call 119 .

It involves a council-run website with a number of resources, and links to a new Covid-19 dashboard which provides data on infection rates in the region.
The campaign, called Keep Hampshire Safe by Hampshire County Council, supports the delivery of a local outbreak control plan.
It aims to keep the public safe amid the pandemic, and will involve measures such as safety measures in care homes and schools, working with sheltered housing, airports, transport hubs, prisons, hospitals, tourist venues and higher risk workplaces, ensuring testing can be accessed easily by all residents, contact tracing via NHS Test and Trace, and supporting vulnerable residents.
The new campaign is to continue to promote important public health messaging designed to support the population to keep well, and reduce transmission of coronavirus, as well as ensuring that messaging relating to local outbreaks will reach communities across the county in a timely way.
Councillor Keith Mans, Leader of Hampshire County Council and Chair of the Local Outbreak Engagement Board said: “Since February, we have been working closely with our partners in district and borough councils, the local NHS, Public Health England and other key organisations in response to the coronavirus pandemic to minimise the spread of the virus and help protect local residents and communities across Hampshire.
“Our priority now is to continue to Keep Hampshire Safe so that we can go on enjoying our new freedoms.
“The good news is that infection rates across the county are currently low – but the coronavirus is still in circulation and continues to pose a threat. So now is not the time to relax.
“As we move forward, we will refine our plans to reflect best practice and the latest Government advice so that we can continue to deal effectively with any further outbreaks.
“Together, we can protect one another and keep our county safe. Please continue to play your part.”
The campaign messaging will reflect the traffic light colours of green, amber, red - to help local residents to recognise the state of play at any given time, with signposting to the latest information and advice.
In a bid to prevent local lockdowns in our area, residents are asked to keep distance from people not in their household or support bubble; wear face coverings where asked to do so, wash hands, and if they have symptoms, to get a test at www.nhs.uk/coronavirus or call 119.
To access the website, visit www.hants.gov.uk/coronavirus.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Hitachi buys Southampton rail technology company Perpetuum

A PIONEERING Southampton tech firm is being snapped up by the Japanese giant Hitachi in a move which the buyer says could improve the reliability of trains around the world .
All 73 staff at Perpetuum will become part of the Hitachi Rail operation , which has more than 12,000 employees in 38 countries .
Its self-powering digital sensors detect vibrations and send back data about the performance of critical parts such as wheel sets , gearboxes , motors and bogies .
None of the 3,000 carriages fitted with Perpetuum sensors have ever had critical components fail in service .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ less than 10 years ago .
Andrew Barr , group chief executive of Hitachi Rail , said : “ The inclusion of one of the most exciting , pioneering companies in digital asset management is an exciting development for our global mobility business .
“ Perpetuum ’ s data-driven insights will offer further improvements to the service we provide to our customers – leading to better journeys for passengers .
It also supports Hitachi ’ s growth in the digital technologies space , which is becoming increasingly key to our offering – adding @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” Perpetuum chief executive Steve Turley said : “ We are very excited to launch this next stage for Perpetuum after the success it has had since entering the railway market less than 10 years ago .
“ Being part of Hitachi will present vital opportunities that only a global transport giant can offer .
We look forward to better supporting our existing and new customers in the future.
” Hitachi Rail says the buyout will help improve the reliability of passenger trains around the world , including the 276 Hitachi-build trains running @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s technology ensures critical parts are replaced exactly when they need to be , increasing their lifespan by more than 25 per cent , cutting costs and protecting the environment .
The deal will create opportunities to fit Perpetuum ’ s sensors to hundreds of trains serviced by Hitachi around the world .
The owners selling to Hitachi for an undisclosed sum are predominantly venture capitalists .
Its acquisition comes at a time when the British and Japanese governments are negotiating a free trade agreement to follow Britain ’ s departure from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ subject to satisfying the competition authorities .
It is due to be completed this autumn .

All 73 staff at Perpetuum will become part of the Hitachi Rail operation, which has more than 12,000 employees in 38 countries.
Hedge End-based Perpetuum develops digital technology to optimise railway operation and maintenance.
Its self-powering digital sensors detect vibrations and send back data about the performance of critical parts such as wheel sets, gearboxes, motors and bogies.
None of the 3,000 carriages fitted with Perpetuum sensors have ever had critical components fail in service.
The business was started at Southampton University less than 10 years ago.
Andrew Barr, group chief executive of Hitachi Rail, said: “The inclusion of one of the most exciting, pioneering companies in digital asset management is an exciting development for our global mobility business.
“Perpetuum’s data-driven insights will offer further improvements to the service we provide to our customers – leading to better journeys for passengers. It also supports Hitachi’s growth in the digital technologies space, which is becoming increasingly key to our offering – adding value to support our global customer base.”
Perpetuum chief executive Steve Turley said: “We are very excited to launch this next stage for Perpetuum after the success it has had since entering the railway market less than 10 years ago.
“Being part of Hitachi will present vital opportunities that only a global transport giant can offer. We look forward to better supporting our existing and new customers in the future.”
Hitachi Rail says the buyout will help improve the reliability of passenger trains around the world, including the 276 Hitachi-build trains running in the UK today.
Perpetuum’s technology ensures critical parts are replaced exactly when they need to be, increasing their lifespan by more than 25 per cent, cutting costs and protecting the environment.
The deal will create opportunities to fit Perpetuum’s sensors to hundreds of trains serviced by Hitachi around the world.
The owners selling to Hitachi for an undisclosed sum are predominantly venture capitalists.
Its acquisition comes at a time when the British and Japanese governments are negotiating a free trade agreement to follow Britain’s departure from the European Union.
The Perpetuum deal is subject to satisfying the competition authorities. It is due to be completed this autumn.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Romsey woman raises more than £1,000 for Romsey Cancer Support Centre, Jane Scarth House

A ROMSEY woman has raked in more than £,1000 after walking hundreds of miles for a cancer support charity .
Rachel Cardy , who lives in Church Street , raised £1,300 for Romsey Cancer Support Centre , Jane Scarth House , since lockdown began in March .
The 63-year-old completed her 670 mile walk on Friday , where she celebrated her fundraising with a glass of champagne at the wine bar , Cork and Bean in Latimer Street .
During the last two miles of her walk , Rachel was also joined by trustee and chair of the Jane Scarth @ @ @ @ @ @ @ MP for Romsey and Southampton North , Caroline Nokes , and mayor of Romsey , Cllr Janet Burnage .
Rachel said : `` I have been walking every day since lockdown around Romsey , Ampfield and Chandler 's Ford for Jane Scarth House , so I have got quite fit now .
`` I knew I wanted to do something for Jane Scarth House , because they rely on donations and , due to lockdown , they have not had as many .
`` I managed to raise £1,300 and I can not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sponsored me - it has brought tears to my eyes . ''
The professional hairdresser also works with cancer patients , who have lost their hair , by supplying wigs and offers after-care as well as advice .
She added : `` Jane Scarth House is really close to my heart and that is why I set up the cancer support group , Staying Strong , in January 2019 , so people have somewhere to go .
`` I would like to do another walk for Jane Scarth House in October , during @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shall invest in some walking boots . ''
To find out more about Jane Scarth House , visit https : //bit.ly/33s2W0M .

Rachel Cardy, who lives in Church Street, raised £1,300 for Romsey Cancer Support Centre, Jane Scarth House, since lockdown began in March.
The 63-year-old completed her 670 mile walk on Friday, where she celebrated her fundraising with a glass of champagne at the wine bar, Cork and Bean in Latimer Street.
During the last two miles of her walk, Rachel was also joined by trustee and chair of the Jane Scarth House Fundraising Committee, Elaine Grainger, MP for Romsey and Southampton North, Caroline Nokes, and mayor of Romsey, Cllr Janet Burnage.
Rachel said: "I have been walking every day since lockdown around Romsey, Ampfield and Chandler's Ford for Jane Scarth House, so I have got quite fit now.
"I knew I wanted to do something for Jane Scarth House, because they rely on donations and, due to lockdown, they have not had as many.
"I managed to raise £1,300 and I cannot believe the generosity of everybody who has sponsored me - it has brought tears to my eyes."
The professional hairdresser also works with cancer patients, who have lost their hair, by supplying wigs and offers after-care as well as advice.
She added: "Jane Scarth House is really close to my heart and that is why I set up the cancer support group, Staying Strong, in January 2019, so people have somewhere to go.
"I would like to do another walk for Jane Scarth House in October, during breast cancer awareness month, and I shall invest in some walking boots."
To find out more about Jane Scarth House, visit https://bit.ly/33s2W0M.


thedailyecho--2020-08-12--1,200 more on benefits – but worse unemployment is yet to come

THE number of people claiming benefits locally rose by nearly 1,200 in a month .
Many more are expected to join the ranks of the unemployed as the government ’ s furlough scheme winds down .
Nationally , figures showed many of the 730,000 people who have come off employers ’ payrolls since March have not yet shown up in the unemployment figures .
The figures came on the day Debenhams became the latest big name to announce redundancies , with plans to lay off 2,500 shop and warehouse staff .
In the Southampton City Council area , the universal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and people on benefits for other reasons – rose by 633 to 28,263 between June 11 and July 9 .
In Eastleigh , the figure was up by 132 to 8,961 ; in the New Forest , up 129 to 9,907 ; in Winchester , up 118 to 6,089 ; in Test Valley , up 100 to 7,157 ; and in Fareham , up 84 to 5,566 .
The national unemployment rate remained steady at 3.9 per cent , despite predictions it could reach 4.2 per cent – but 9.6million people have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is due to end in October .
Workers who lose their jobs after furlough are likely to enter the jobs market at the same time as many students .
Yael Selfin , chief economist for KPMG , said : “ As the job retention scheme unwinds , we expect unemployment to rise quickly in the fourth quarter.
” Adele Blakely , of the Department for Work and Pensions , said the local claimant count had not yet gone up sharply .
“ It ’ s not a huge number compared to those employment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ creep up in response to that , ” she said .
She said the department was taking on more staff in expectation of higher unemployment from September onwards .
A range of extra support included sector-based work academies ( SBWA ) , which offers help with the skills that employers in key sectors look for .
It offers work placements based around current vacancies .
In Hampshire , DWP staff were speaking to local employers to bring them into the scheme .
She said there had been a rise in vacancies in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cleaning , care and security .
Mike Cherry , national chairman of the Federation of Small Businesses , said the future of the job retention scheme should be reviewed .
“ The option of a meaningful extension to the furloughing initiative should be kept open , especially now local lockdowns are a fact of life and a meaningful second spike in coronavirus infections is possible , ” he added .

Many more are expected to join the ranks of the unemployed as the government’s furlough scheme winds down.
Nationally, figures showed many of the 730,000 people who have come off employers’ payrolls since March have not yet shown up in the unemployment figures.
The figures came on the day Debenhams became the latest big name to announce redundancies, with plans to lay off 2,500 shop and warehouse staff.
In the Southampton City Council area, the universal credit count – which includes the unemployed and people on benefits for other reasons – rose by 633 to 28,263 between June 11 and July 9.
In Eastleigh, the figure was up by 132 to 8,961; in the New Forest, up 129 to 9,907; in Winchester, up 118 to 6,089; in Test Valley, up 100 to 7,157; and in Fareham, up 84 to 5,566.
The national unemployment rate remained steady at 3.9 per cent, despite predictions it could reach 4.2 per cent – but 9.6million people have been part of the furlough scheme, which is due to end in October.
Workers who lose their jobs after furlough are likely to enter the jobs market at the same time as many students.
Yael Selfin, chief economist for KPMG, said: “As the job retention scheme unwinds, we expect unemployment to rise quickly in the fourth quarter.”
Adele Blakely, of the Department for Work and Pensions, said the local claimant count had not yet gone up sharply. “It’s not a huge number compared to those employment figures. Well see those start to creep up in response to that,” she said.
She said the department was taking on more staff in expectation of higher unemployment from September onwards.
A range of extra support included sector-based work academies (SBWA), which offers help with the skills that employers in key sectors look for. It offers work placements based around current vacancies.
In Hampshire, DWP staff were speaking to local employers to bring them into the scheme.
Other initiatives include “mentoring circles” for young people aged 16-24.
She said there had been a rise in vacancies in the hospitality trade, as well as in cleaning, care and security.
Mike Cherry, national chairman of the Federation of Small Businesses, said the future of the job retention scheme should be reviewed. “The option of a meaningful extension to the furloughing initiative should be kept open, especially now local lockdowns are a fact of life and a meaningful second spike in coronavirus infections is possible,” he added.


thedailyecho--2020-08-11--Traffic delays on A337 near New Milton

Traffic delays on A337 near New Milton

MOTORISTS are being warned of a traffic accident on a New Forest road .
The A337 Christchurch road is `` @ @ @ @ @ directions due to a crash .
The incident is reported to have happened near the @ @ @ @ @ of Downton .

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