thedailyecho--2020-09-12--Couples may be allowed to marry at home or outdoors (if these new rules are approved)

A new law has been proposed which could allow couples in England and Wales to marry outdoors or in family homes .
The Law Commission , who has put forward the idea , believe that the current rules surrounding weddings are `` no longer meeting the needs of many couples '' , forcing people to choose between civil and religious marriages .
It believes that there should be scope for ceremonies reflecting other beliefs , and has proposed beaches , parks , cruise ships and private gardens as potential venues for marriages .
What are the current rules in England @ @ @ @ @ @ @ couples in England and Wales must choose between a religious or a civil ceremony for marriage .
Religious weddings must take place at a registered religious building , and an authorised person like a religious minister must attend the ceremony and register the marriage .
Same-sex couples can only get married in a building which has registered to allow the marriage .
Civil ceremonies have to take place in a registry office or a venue that 's been approved by the local council .
Two witnesses must be present , and a registrar @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the ceremony .
Civil ceremonies can include songs , music or readings , but they ca n't include hymns or readings from religious scriptures .
What have the Law Commission said ?
Professor Nick Hopkins , family law commissioner at the Law Commission , which reviews legislation , told the BBC that the current rules are not fit for purpose : '' Our proposals would give couples the freedom to choose the wedding venue they want and a ceremony that is meaningful for them .
By doing so , we hope to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the wishes and needs of today 's society , '' he said .
The commission believes that England and Wales ' regulations are `` out of kilter '' with the more modern approach to weddings taking place in Ireland , Scotland and the Channel Islands .
In Scotland , weddings are not restricted by location - meaning some couples have married on uninhabited islands and in ancient castles .
The Marriage ( Scotland ) Act 2002 also allowed marriages to be conducted by any `` authorised celebrants '' rather than just a minister @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Church of England said ?
A spokesman for the Church of England told the BBC it would study and respond to the proposals .
He said : `` Our research shows that being married in a place that has meaning is still important to couples and their families .
`` The moments of waiting to walk down the aisle , standing at the steps and exchanging timeless vows that can only be said in a church , and turning to walk out of the church as a newly-married couple , are cherished @ @ @ @ @ @ @ non-religious belief organisations , such as Humanists should be able to conduct legally binding weddings .
In addition , it wants remote weddings to be possible during any future national emergency such as a pandemic .
The commission will consult on the proposals until early December , and aims to get a report out before the end of 2021 .

The Law Commission, who has put forward the idea, believe that the current rules surrounding weddings are "no longer meeting the needs of many couples", forcing people to choose between civil and religious marriages.
It believes that there should be scope for ceremonies reflecting other beliefs, and has proposed beaches, parks, cruise ships and private gardens as potential venues for marriages.
What are the current rules in England and Wales for marriage?
Currently, couples in England and Wales must choose between a religious or a civil ceremony for marriage.
Religious weddings must take place at a registered religious building, and an authorised person like a religious minister must attend the ceremony and register the marriage.
Same-sex couples can only get married in a building which has registered to allow the marriage.
Civil ceremonies have to take place in a registry office or a venue that's been approved by the local council.
Two witnesses must be present, and a registrar must carry out, or be present at the ceremony.
Civil ceremonies can include songs, music or readings, but they can't include hymns or readings from religious scriptures.
What have the Law Commission said?
Professor Nick Hopkins, family law commissioner at the Law Commission, which reviews legislation, told the BBC that the current rules are not fit for purpose:
"Our proposals would give couples the freedom to choose the wedding venue they want and a ceremony that is meaningful for them. By doing so, we hope to make the laws that govern weddings reflect the wishes and needs of today's society," he said.
The commission believes that England and Wales' regulations are "out of kilter" with the more modern approach to weddings taking place in Ireland, Scotland and the Channel Islands.
What about Scotland?
In Scotland, weddings are not restricted by location - meaning some couples have married on uninhabited islands and in ancient castles.
The Marriage (Scotland) Act 2002 also allowed marriages to be conducted by any "authorised celebrants" rather than just a minister of religion or registrar.
What have the Church of England said?
A spokesman for the Church of England told the BBC it would study and respond to the proposals.
He said: "Our research shows that being married in a place that has meaning is still important to couples and their families.
"The moments of waiting to walk down the aisle, standing at the steps and exchanging timeless vows that can only be said in a church, and turning to walk out of the church as a newly-married couple, are cherished."
The Law Commission proposes that non-religious belief organisations, such as Humanists should be able to conduct legally binding weddings.
In addition, it wants remote weddings to be possible during any future national emergency such as a pandemic.
The commission will consult on the proposals until early December, and aims to get a report out before the end of 2021.


thedailyecho--2020-09-13--Brawl erupts at Mailroom in Southampton

Brawl erupts at Mailroom in Southampton

People hurled chairs and tables at each other during a brawl at the Mailroom Cocktail & Wine Bar .
There @ @ @ @ @ that was not fighting '' , according to one witness .
A man picks up @ @ @ @ @ , Southampton The chaos is said to have spilt out into the street with onlookers @ @ @ @ @ their own safety .
The fight was reportedly sparked after a woman pushed a girl @ @ @ @ @ 7.30pm .
Things `` escalated '' with between 20 and 30 people becoming embroiled in @ @ @ @ @ outside the Mailroom , Southampton However , no one was arrested and no complaints were @ @ @ @ @ .
A police spokesperson added : `` We were called at 7.30pm on Saturday 12 @ @ @ @ @ a group of people fighting in Oxford Street , Southampton .
`` Officers arrived .
@ @ @ @ @ no injuries reported .
No arrests have been made . ''
Anyone with information is @ @ @ @ @ 101 quoting 44200353378 .
The Daily Echo has contacted the Mailroom for comment .

People hurled chairs and tables at each other during a brawl at the Mailroom Cocktail & Wine Bar.
There "was not a table that was not fighting", according to one witness.
A man picks up a chair in Oxford Street, Southampton
The chaos is said to have spilt out into the street with onlookers fleeing the area fearing for their own safety.
The fight was reportedly sparked after a woman pushed a girl at another table at around 7.30pm.
Things "escalated" with between 20 and 30 people becoming embroiled in the ruckus.
Brawl erupts outside the Mailroom, Southampton
However, no one was arrested and no complaints were made, according to police.
A police spokesperson added: "We were called at 7.30pm on Saturday 12 September to a report of a group of people fighting in Oxford Street, Southampton.
"Officers arrived. No complaints were made and no injuries reported. No arrests have been made."
Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101 quoting 44200353378.
The Daily Echo has contacted the Mailroom for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-09-13--Newlands Avenue in Shirley blocked off by police

POLICE have taped off a Southampton street this morning .
Officers are on the scene at New Century Bingo hall @ @ @ @ @ Police at the junction of Shirley Road and Newlands Avenue The Daily Echo has contacted @ @ @ @ @ .

Officers are on the scene at New Century Bingo hall in Shirley High Street.
Newlands Avenue is blocked off.
Police at the junction of Shirley Road and Newlands Avenue
The Daily Echo has contacted Hampshire Constabulary for more information.
More to follow


thedailyecho--2020-09-13--Hampshire crime reports fall during summer 2020

The number of reported crimes has fallen in Hampshire over the summer - compared to last year .
Reports of shoplifting nearly halved whilst vehicle crime also saw a dramatic decrease of over 700 reported incidents .
Whilst bicycle theft saw a decrease of over 30 per cent .
In comparison to the same period last year , overall crime reports in the county have dropped from 23,437 in 2019 to 22,985 in 2020 , according to the latest police statistics .
The graph shows how many crimes were reported in June and July 2019 compared to the same period @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is clear to see that shoplifting has seen a dramatic decrease of more than 40 per cent .
This could be a direct result of covid shopping restrictions and less people frequenting stores in the county .
Burglary has also decreased , this is potentially due to many more people staying in their homes and working from home , therefore houses have not been empty .
However , the number of reported violence and sexual offences has maintained at a high rate with an increase of 697 compared to last year .
Reports @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have increased by nearly 20 per cent .
This could be due to pubs and bars opening again in July and the government relaxing some lockdown regulations .
The number of robbery and theft from a person remained low with the numbers nearly equal to the same time last year .
Search through the table below to find how many crimes were reported on your street during summer , this June and July .

Reports of shoplifting nearly halved whilst vehicle crime also saw a dramatic decrease of over 700 reported incidents.
Whilst bicycle theft saw a decrease of over 30 per cent.
In comparison to the same period last year, overall crime reports in the county have dropped from 23,437 in 2019 to 22,985 in 2020, according to the latest police statistics.
The graph shows how many crimes were reported in June and July 2019 compared to the same period this year.
From the data it is clear to see that shoplifting has seen a dramatic decrease of more than 40 per cent. This could be a direct result of covid shopping restrictions and less people frequenting stores in the county.
Burglary has also decreased, this is potentially due to many more people staying in their homes and working from home, therefore houses have not been empty.
However, the number of reported violence and sexual offences has maintained at a high rate with an increase of 697 compared to last year.
Reports falling under anti-social behaviour and public order have increased by nearly 20 per cent.
This could be due to pubs and bars opening again in July and the government relaxing some lockdown regulations.
The number of robbery and theft from a person remained low with the numbers nearly equal to the same time last year.
Search through the table below to find how many crimes were reported on your street during summer, this June and July.


thedailyecho--2020-09-13--Southampton schools get CCTV in illegal parking crackdown

CCTV cameras have been installed outside some Southampton schools in a bid to crack down on illegal parking .
Drivers found to be stopping or parking on the ‘ keep clear ’ zig zag lines outside some schools in the city are set to be fined .
The news comes as CCTV cameras will be used to deter illegal parking outside Sholing Junior School , Foundry Lane Primary , Ludlow Infants and Juniors , St Patricks Catholic Primary School , Fairisle Infants and Juniors and St Monica Primary School .
The move has been announced by Southampton City Council which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ place at three of the six schools and will be rotated amongst the six schools over the course of the school year .
The authority said the measures will provide “ an increased deterrent ” and “ improve compliance ” at the six locations .
The news has been welcomed by parents and school bosses in the city .
Matt Abbott , headteacher at Sholing Junior School , said : “ Any measures that can be taken to make our children safer would be welcomed .
“ Sean Taylor , headteacher at Foundry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has never been more important to think of ways of making the roads and pavements around our school safer .
We welcome this opportunity to work together closely with the council and our school community for the benefit of our children.
” Lorna Umolu , 32 , a business change manager whose two children attend Foundry Lane Primary , said : “ I am more than happy with the CCTV .
I think it is going to give us a really safe place to cross.
” Southampton IT engineer Sid Rose , 49 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at Foundry Lane Primary , added : “ It will help and it will put off drivers who think they can get away with that sort of behaviour.
” But he said that more could be done such as increasing pedestrian crossings outside the school .
The city council said CCTV cameras will be in addition to the camera car and foot patrols .
Cllr Steve Leggett , cabinet member for green city and place at the city council , said : “ The yellow zig-zag lines are designed to prevent cars from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as well as to allow drivers to see when a child might be about to cross the road .
This initiative is about stopping dangerous parking , not about collecting fines and our message is clear - park legally and responsibly and you won ’ t face a fixed penalty notice .
”

Drivers found to be stopping or parking on the ‘keep clear’ zig zag lines outside some schools in the city are set to be fined.
The news comes as CCTV cameras will be used to deter illegal parking outside Sholing Junior School, Foundry Lane Primary, Ludlow Infants and Juniors, St Patricks Catholic Primary School, Fairisle Infants and Juniors and St Monica Primary School.
The move has been announced by Southampton City Council which said the CCTV cameras are already in place at three of the six schools and will be rotated amongst the six schools over the course of the school year.
The authority said the measures will provide “an increased deterrent” and “improve compliance” at the six locations.
The news has been welcomed by parents and school bosses in the city.
Matt Abbott, headteacher at Sholing Junior School, said: “Any measures that can be taken to make our children safer would be welcomed. “
Sean Taylor, headteacher at Foundry Lane Primary, added: “It has never been more important to think of ways of making the roads and pavements around our school safer. We welcome this opportunity to work together closely with the council and our school community for the benefit of our children.”
Lorna Umolu, 32, a business change manager whose two children attend Foundry Lane Primary, said: “I am more than happy with the CCTV. I think it is going to give us a really safe place to cross.”
Southampton IT engineer Sid Rose, 49, whose three children are also pupils at Foundry Lane Primary, added: “It will help and it will put off drivers who think they can get away with that sort of behaviour.”
But he said that more could be done such as increasing pedestrian crossings outside the school.
The city council said CCTV cameras will be in addition to the camera car and foot patrols.
Cllr Steve Leggett, cabinet member for green city and place at the city council, said: “The yellow zig-zag lines are designed to prevent cars from obscuring the view of oncoming traffic, as well as to allow drivers to see when a child might be about to cross the road. This initiative is about stopping dangerous parking, not about collecting fines and our message is clear - park legally and responsibly and you won’t face a fixed penalty notice.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-13--Premises licence lodged for food festival at Avington Park

A SECOND food festival has been planned close to Winchester , with organisers insisting that it will attract a different audience to a similar event which has sparked opposition .
A premises licence application has been lodged to stage a two-day affair at Avington Park , in the Itchen Valley .
Organisers Marque 2 Media have said that Crave Festival is aiming to “ create an entertaining and immersive culinary experience ” .
Paul Mathers , chief executive and event director , said : “ People think of food festivals as one thing but this quite different .
“ This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it is not one of these live music events with food our focus is creating a fabulous experience for people that like food , we are going to be bringing some headline chefs.
” The company hope to be able to have events around the country but chose Hampshire due to a shortage of food festivals in the county .
The event will include cooking demonstrations , hands-on cooking workshops and exclusive chef ’ s table masterclasses .
Another food festival is being planned just six miles away at The Grange , in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ currently subject to court action .
A group of villagers want Winchester City Council to alter the licence granted in January so that it requires the events management plan ( EMP ) , governing things such as traffic , alcohol sales and hours , be approved by the Safety Advisory Group , which includes the county council highways team , police and fire brigade .
Mr Mathers said that his event will attract a different audience to the one hosted by Brand Events .
“ It is a bit more upmarket ; we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
We identified Hampshire as being a country that didn ’ t really have the type of event that we are doing .
We are really about food and wine . ''
He added : “ My understanding is that it [ The Grange event ] is a much bigger music orientated festival and ours is not that .
“ We are not trying to compete with that market .
I think it is very different , I think this will attract a more discerning audience.
” The company has applied for a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is roaming performers rather than stages .
It is hoped that the festival in its first year on May 1 and 2 2021 will attract 10,000 people over the two days .

A premises licence application has been lodged to stage a two-day affair at Avington Park, in the Itchen Valley.
Organisers Marque 2 Media have said that Crave Festival is aiming to “create an entertaining and immersive culinary experience”.
Paul Mathers, chief executive and event director, said: “People think of food festivals as one thing but this quite different.
“This is about people that like food, it is not one of these live music events with food our focus is creating a fabulous experience for people that like food, we are going to be bringing some headline chefs.”
The company hope to be able to have events around the country but chose Hampshire due to a shortage of food festivals in the county.
The event will include cooking demonstrations, hands-on cooking workshops and exclusive chef’s table masterclasses.
Another food festival is being planned just six miles away at The Grange, in Northington, but the event licence is currently subject to court action.
A group of villagers want Winchester City Council to alter the licence granted in January so that it requires the events management plan (EMP), governing things such as traffic, alcohol sales and hours, be approved by the Safety Advisory Group, which includes the county council highways team, police and fire brigade.
Mr Mathers said that his event will attract a different audience to the one hosted by Brand Events.
“It is a bit more upmarket; we are looking for a more discerning audience. We identified Hampshire as being a country that didn’t really have the type of event that we are doing. We are really about food and wine."
He added: “My understanding is that it [The Grange event] is a much bigger music orientated festival and ours is not that.
“We are not trying to compete with that market. I think it is very different, I think this will attract a more discerning audience.”
The company has applied for a live music application but say that this is roaming performers rather than stages.
It is hoped that the festival in its first year on May 1 and 2 2021 will attract 10,000 people over the two days.


thedailyecho--2020-09-13--Hospitality businesses face penalties

Hospitality businesses face penalties

HOSPITALITY businesses across the south face penalties if they do n't follow the latest government legislation .
Under the latest changes to the law announced by the Prime Minister , pubs , cafes , bars and restaurants have a clear duty to support the NHS Test and Trace system .
Businesses found to be facilitating indoor gatherings between multiple households , or of more than six people , can be closed by local authorities and from September 18 , it will be mandatory for hospitality businesses to have a system to collect Test and Trace data and to keep this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ senior associate at the Southampton office of national law firm , Clarke Willmott , said : “ There was a sigh of relief throughout the hospitality industry when venues were allowed to re-open on 4th July , but the Government guidance was not clear enough .
`` As the numbers of people testing positive for Covid-19 begins to edge up again this represents a welcome clarification of the situation , as do the more stringent penalties for breaching the new ‘ rule of six ’ guidelines governing social gatherings .
`` Hospitality businesses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ six if they fall foul of the latest government pandemic legislation .
`` The message is clear , failing to abide by the new legislation could be terminal for many businesses which are operating in a sector which is already under severe financial pressure . ''

Under the latest changes to the law announced by the Prime Minister, pubs, cafes, bars and restaurants have a clear duty to support the NHS Test and Trace system.
Businesses found to be facilitating indoor gatherings between multiple households, or of more than six people, can be closed by local authorities and from September 18, it will be mandatory for hospitality businesses to have a system to collect Test and Trace data and to keep this for 21 days.
Amy Peacey, senior associate at the Southampton office of national law firm, Clarke Willmott, said: “There was a sigh of relief throughout the hospitality industry when venues were allowed to re-open on 4th July, but the Government guidance was not clear enough.
"As the numbers of people testing positive for Covid-19 begins to edge up again this represents a welcome clarification of the situation, as do the more stringent penalties for breaching the new ‘rule of six’ guidelines governing social gatherings.
"Hospitality businesses across the South could be hit for six if they fall foul of the latest government pandemic legislation.
"The message is clear, failing to abide by the new legislation could be terminal for many businesses which are operating in a sector which is already under severe financial pressure."


thedailyecho--2020-09-13--Suella Braverman under pressure over role in plans to override Brexit Withdrawal Agreement

FAREHAM MP and Attorney General Suella Braverman has been criticised for her part in Government plans to override elements of the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement .
She and Justice Secretary Robert Buckland are under pressure to explain how the move is consistent with the UK ’ s obligations under international law .
The Government has been facing mounting criticism after Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis admitted on Tuesday that provisions in the UK Internal Market Bill represented a “ specific and limited ” breach of international law .
A legal opinion circulated to MPs by the Attorney General on Thursday argued @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and was entitled to pass legislation which breached the UK ’ s treaty obligations .
However the committee said measures in the Bill to give ministers powers which deviated from provisions in an internationally binding treaty could lead to the whole Withdrawal Agreement “ unravelling ” with “ far-reaching consequences ” .
“ Any breach of international law threatens to undermine confidence in future treaty commitments made by the UK Government , and increases the likelihood that the governments of other countries will breach their international law obligations , ” it said .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ significance .
The proposed course of action also appears to be in tension with the constitutional principle of the rule of law.
” In a letter to Mr Buckland , the House of Lords Constitution Committee said that he had a particular responsibility to ensure the UK met its international treaty obligations having taken an oath as Lord Chancellor to uphold the rule of law .
“ We know how seriously you take your oath of office and responsibility to uphold the rule of law and when you appeared before the committee in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , ” the committee said .
“ Therefore , we should be grateful for a statement from you on how you believe the UK Internal Market Bill complies with international law.
” A Ministry of Justice spokeswoman said that Mr Buckland would respond to the letter “ in due course ” .

She and Justice Secretary Robert Buckland are under pressure to explain how the move is consistent with the UK’s obligations under international law.
The Government has been facing mounting criticism after Northern Ireland Secretary Brandon Lewis admitted on Tuesday that provisions in the UK Internal Market Bill represented a “specific and limited” breach of international law.
A legal opinion circulated to MPs by the Attorney General on Thursday argued that Parliament was sovereign in domestic law and was entitled to pass legislation which breached the UK’s treaty obligations.
However the committee said measures in the Bill to give ministers powers which deviated from provisions in an internationally binding treaty could lead to the whole Withdrawal Agreement “unravelling” with “far-reaching consequences”.
“Any breach of international law threatens to undermine confidence in future treaty commitments made by the UK Government, and increases the likelihood that the governments of other countries will breach their international law obligations,” it said.
“Those practical consequences are of great significance. The proposed course of action also appears to be in tension with the constitutional principle of the rule of law.”
In a letter to Mr Buckland, the House of Lords Constitution Committee said that he had a particular responsibility to ensure the UK met its international treaty obligations having taken an oath as Lord Chancellor to uphold the rule of law.
“We know how seriously you take your oath of office and responsibility to uphold the rule of law and when you appeared before the committee in July you spoke passionately on the subject,” the committee said.
“Therefore, we should be grateful for a statement from you on how you believe the UK Internal Market Bill complies with international law.”
A Ministry of Justice spokeswoman said that Mr Buckland would respond to the letter “in due course”.


thedailyecho--2020-09-13--Royal Mail say dog owners could face 5 YEARS in prison if their pet bites a postal worker

Royal Mail have warned dog owners to make their letterboxes ‘ no-go zones ’ for their pets following a High Court ruling in the postal company ’ s favour .
Here 's what you need to know .
What does the High Court ruling state ?
The High Court ruling states that dog owners could spend up to five years in prison under the Dangerous Dog Act , if they fail to take preventative measures to stop their dogs from attacking postal workers ' hands through the letterbox .
In 2014 , Royal Mail successfully lobbied for changes to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from attacks in customer ’ s gardens , but it did not cover the use of letterboxes .
The Royal Mail brought a case to the High Court when one of their postal workers lost the tip of his finger after a dog bit him as he delivered mail through a letter box .
The dog was alone at the property at the time , and its owners said it had not injured anyone before .
What else does the court ruling clarify ?
The court also ruled that its decision does n't @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also anyone else lawfully visiting the premises , such as delivery workers or someone distributing leaflets .
When the judge made the ruling , he explained that if your dog injures a person as their fingers are briefly exposed when posting something through a letter box - an action that takes mere seconds - it is clear the owner has allowed the dog to freely roam the house and did not take any preventative measures to ensure the safe use of their letterbox .
He ruled that the owner of the property would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in such an instance .
The case that led to this new ruling involved a dog that had not injured anyone previously , so even if your dog doesn ’ t have a history of attacking people , or you do n't deem them a threat , it ’ s still worth taking this ruling seriously .
One way dog owners can protect themselves from potential prosecution and protect postal workers from injury is by installing a letter box cage .
Not only do these guard any letterbox users from harm , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you from scraping it all up from the floor .
Another option is to use a portable dog gate to guard your front door from the inside when you are not in the property .
Alternatively , you can close your hallway doors and keep your dog in a separate room , away from the front door entirely .
If you know it is not practical for you to keep your dog away from a postman or postwoman delivering your mail , it is worth fitting a secure mailbox on the exterior of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ event of a conviction ?
If you are convicted , the court must order your dog to be put down .
This can only be avoided if the owner can adequately prove it no longer poses a threat to the public .
The court also has power to disqualify you from owning dogs in the future and order you to pay an unlimited amount of compensation to the victim .
Dr Shaun Davis , Royal Mail Group Global Director of Safety , Health , Wellbeing & Sustainability said : “ We know that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and will do all they can to ensure their pet doesn ’ t harm anyone .
“ However , even the most lovable dog can be a danger to postal staff .
Dogs are territorial by nature and if they feel they need to protect their family , they can become unpredictable .
”

Here's what you need to know.
What does the High Court ruling state?
The High Court ruling states that dog owners could spend up to five years in prison under the Dangerous Dog Act, if they fail to take preventative measures to stop their dogs from attacking postal workers' hands through the letterbox.
In 2014, Royal Mail successfully lobbied for changes to the Dangerous Dog Act to protect their workers from attacks in customer’s gardens, but it did not cover the use of letterboxes.
What sparked the High Court ruling?
The Royal Mail brought a case to the High Court when one of their postal workers lost the tip of his finger after a dog bit him as he delivered mail through a letter box.
The dog was alone at the property at the time, and its owners said it had not injured anyone before.
What else does the court ruling clarify?
The court also ruled that its decision doesn't just apply to postal workers, but also anyone else lawfully visiting the premises, such as delivery workers or someone distributing leaflets.
When the judge made the ruling, he explained that if your dog injures a person as their fingers are briefly exposed when posting something through a letter box - an action that takes mere seconds - it is clear the owner has allowed the dog to freely roam the house and did not take any preventative measures to ensure the safe use of their letterbox.
He ruled that the owner of the property would be criminally liable for any injuries caused in such an instance.
How can I avoid potential prosecution?
The case that led to this new ruling involved a dog that had not injured anyone previously, so even if your dog doesn’t have a history of attacking people, or you don't deem them a threat, it’s still worth taking this ruling seriously.
One way dog owners can protect themselves from potential prosecution and protect postal workers from injury is by installing a letter box cage. Not only do these guard any letterbox users from harm, but they also catch your post, saving you from scraping it all up from the floor.
Another option is to use a portable dog gate to guard your front door from the inside when you are not in the property.
Alternatively, you can close your hallway doors and keep your dog in a separate room, away from the front door entirely.
If you know it is not practical for you to keep your dog away from a postman or postwoman delivering your mail, it is worth fitting a secure mailbox on the exterior of your property.
What happens in the event of a conviction?
If you are convicted, the court must order your dog to be put down. This can only be avoided if the owner can adequately prove it no longer poses a threat to the public.
The court also has power to disqualify you from owning dogs in the future and order you to pay an unlimited amount of compensation to the victim.
Dr Shaun Davis, Royal Mail Group Global Director of Safety, Health, Wellbeing & Sustainability said: “We know that the majority of dog owners are responsible and will do all they can to ensure their pet doesn’t harm anyone.
“However, even the most lovable dog can be a danger to postal staff. Dogs are territorial by nature and if they feel they need to protect their family, they can become unpredictable.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-13--Plans for bed and breakfast at the Dukes Head, Romsey, are approved

PLANS to transform a closed pub into a “ high-quality restaurant ” with bed and breakfast rooms in Romsey have been given the green light .
A planning application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council by Alfi Blue Limited , who were looking to add 12 bed and breakfast rooms to the rear of the Dukes Head , Greatbridge Road , as an extension .
Now , planning chiefs have approved the plans , which will offer 50 car parking spaces for guests .
This comes after residents slammed the plans , fearing there will be more cars travelling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to parking spaces being increased from 30 to 50 .
One resident also worried the bed and breakfast will cause overdevelopment .
Nicola Nixon , of Greatbridge Road , claimed the business changing from a pub to a bed and breakfast could `` increase noise levels '' .
She added : `` The increase in car parking spaces will also increase noise with car engines and doors banging .
As a public house , I could expect noise to cease at around 11pm ; with a hotel this will be constant.
” Christopher @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over access to the site being `` unsatisfactory '' , since it is `` on the inside corner of a major ( A ) road '' .
However , as previously reported , community leaders backed the plan .
Cllr Nick Adams-King , who represents Blackwater on the borough council , said : “ The application is aiming at the fishermen market and they are not aiming at people who will be partying all night .
`` The issue of access to that pub has always been a tricky one ; it has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ what it is and I would rather we put a pub back into use that will create jobs for the local area .
“ I am sure that the traffic will be taken into account as well.
” Cllr Dorothy Baverstock , who represents the Romsey Cupernham ward , added she was “ in favour of anything that creates more beds for visitors to Romsey ” .
A document submitted to TVBC by Alfi Blue said : “ The pub is in dire need of significant investment if this historic and important community @ @ @ @ @ @ @ intention is to refurbish and renovate the existing building to make it an attractive location for customers to visit .
`` The emphasis will be on providing a friendly environment and high-quality restaurant . ''

A planning application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council by Alfi Blue Limited, who were looking to add 12 bed and breakfast rooms to the rear of the Dukes Head, Greatbridge Road, as an extension.
Now, planning chiefs have approved the plans, which will offer 50 car parking spaces for guests.
This comes after residents slammed the plans, fearing there will be more cars travelling to the bed and breakfast, due to parking spaces being increased from 30 to 50.
One resident also worried the bed and breakfast will cause overdevelopment.
Nicola Nixon, of Greatbridge Road, claimed the business changing from a pub to a bed and breakfast could "increase noise levels".
She added: "The increase in car parking spaces will also increase noise with car engines and doors banging. As a public house, I could expect noise to cease at around 11pm; with a hotel this will be constant.”
Christopher Saunders-Davies, of Greatbridge Road, objected over access to the site being "unsatisfactory", since it is "on the inside corner of a major (A) road".
However, as previously reported, community leaders backed the plan.
Cllr Nick Adams-King, who represents Blackwater on the borough council, said: “The application is aiming at the fishermen market and they are not aiming at people who will be partying all night.
"The issue of access to that pub has always been a tricky one; it has a tight corner, but it is what it is and I would rather we put a pub back into use that will create jobs for the local area.
“I am sure that the traffic will be taken into account as well.”
Cllr Dorothy Baverstock, who represents the Romsey Cupernham ward, added she was “ in favour of anything that creates more beds for visitors to Romsey”.
A document submitted to TVBC by Alfi Blue said: “The pub is in dire need of significant investment if this historic and important community asset is to be retained. The intention is to refurbish and renovate the existing building to make it an attractive location for customers to visit.
"The emphasis will be on providing a friendly environment and high-quality restaurant."


thedailyecho--2020-09-13--Plans for five homes in Cupernham Lane, Romsey are DELAYED

PLANS to build five new homes in Romsey have been delayed , it has been revealed .
An application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council ( TVBC ) to build five homes on land west of Cupernham Lane .
If approved by planning chiefs , the four bedroom homes and 20 car parking spaces could be constructed .
Now , the plans have been pushed back after a decision was due to be made by TVBC on Wednesday , September 2 .
However , it is not known why at this stage .
This comes after Romsey residents voiced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one community leader claiming Cupernham Lane could become the `` M3 of Romsey '' if too many houses are approved in this location .
Cllr Dorothy Baverstock , who represents Romsey Cupernham on the borough council , said : `` It is five more houses on top of other houses [ in the lane ] and possibly another 20 cars on top of the cars that are already down there .
`` It is another nail in the coffin for Cupernham Lane . ''
She added the road is `` called Cupernham Lane @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Julie Brinton , who lives in Winchester Road , said : `` I strongly object to this application .
As a frequent user of the track beside the proposed new development I find the application inappropriate for the following reasons .
`` The track beside the proposed development of five houses is narrow , with only room for one vehicle .
`` There is really no room for a pedestrian and a vehicle - one has to step up onto the bank to let a car past . ''
She stressed each @ @ @ @ @ @ @ possibly more '' , adding she opposes the plans on `` safety grounds '' .
The critic of the controversial application also believes the development could impact nature in the area , since the development could be built close to the `` Fishlake Meadows '' nature reserve .
She said : `` The natural buffer of fields and woods should remain as they are . ''
Another resident said : `` I use this path every day to get to work and back home , so it is essential that access is available @ @ @ @ @ @ @ request that I am kept updated on this matter , as removal of access to the footpath from the canal will cause me and many others considerable inconvenience . ''
The agent for the plans , Sherlock Architecture , has been contacted for comment .

An application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) to build five homes on land west of Cupernham Lane.
If approved by planning chiefs, the four bedroom homes and 20 car parking spaces could be constructed.
Now, the plans have been pushed back after a decision was due to be made by TVBC on Wednesday, September 2.
However, it is not known why at this stage.
This comes after Romsey residents voiced their objections for the homes, with one community leader claiming Cupernham Lane could become the "M3 of Romsey" if too many houses are approved in this location.
Cllr Dorothy Baverstock, who represents Romsey Cupernham on the borough council, said: "It is five more houses on top of other houses [in the lane] and possibly another 20 cars on top of the cars that are already down there.
"It is another nail in the coffin for Cupernham Lane."
She added the road is "called Cupernham Lane, not the M3 of Romsey".
Julie Brinton, who lives in Winchester Road, said: "I strongly object to this application. As a frequent user of the track beside the proposed new development I find the application inappropriate for the following reasons.
"The track beside the proposed development of five houses is narrow, with only room for one vehicle.
"There is really no room for a pedestrian and a vehicle - one has to step up onto the bank to let a car past."
She stressed each home could have "two vehicles and possibly more", adding she opposes the plans on "safety grounds".
The critic of the controversial application also believes the development could impact nature in the area, since the development could be built close to the "Fishlake Meadows" nature reserve.
She said: "The natural buffer of fields and woods should remain as they are."
Another resident said: "I use this path every day to get to work and back home, so it is essential that access is available throughout any works.
"I politely request that I am kept updated on this matter, as removal of access to the footpath from the canal will cause me and many others considerable inconvenience."
The agent for the plans, Sherlock Architecture, has been contacted for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-09-13--Second top 20 album for New Forest indie rockers The Magic Gang

NEW Forest indie band The Magic Gang has secured a second Top Twenty album with their record Death Of The Party .
The four-piece , who play again in Southampton next year , thanked fans for “ sticking with the band ” , adding that their latest success “ means the world to them.
” Frontman Jack Kaye , guitarist Kristian Smith , bassist Gus Taylor and drummer Paeris Giles ’ said their approach to this album was to broaden the scope of their harmony-rich , melodic pop .
They say they were also inspired by songwriters like Lou Reed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ observational approach to lyrics .
Death Of The Party was recorded in Atlanta with the Grammy-winning producer Ben H. Allen , who previously has worked with stars like Gnarls Barkley .
The 11-track record reflects the experiences of their early-twentysomething contemporaries , exploring anxieties about money , relationships and the future , but also the fun moments used to escape such issues .
Lead single Think won Radio 1 support as Annie Mac ’ s Hottest Record in the World and indie show host Jack Saunders ’ Record of the Week .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reached number 12 in the official album chart in 2018 .
In Southampton , they have previously played The Joiners , Engine Rooms , Heartbreakers and the main stage at Common People festival in 2017 .
Their success comes after Southampton band Creeper had a top 5 hit with their second album Sex , Death & The Infinite Void in August .
The Magic Gang ’ s 2021 tour includes The 1865 in Southampton on Tuesday 16 March .
Tickets at www.seetickets.com .
They also play three London dates with Stockport stars Blossoms @ @ @

The four-piece, who play again in Southampton next year, thanked fans for “sticking with the band”, adding that their latest success “means the world to them.”
Frontman Jack Kaye, guitarist Kristian Smith, bassist Gus Taylor and drummer Paeris Giles’ said their approach to this album was to broaden the scope of their harmony-rich, melodic pop.
They say they were also inspired by songwriters like Lou Reed and Alex Turner to take a more observational approach to lyrics.
Death Of The Party was recorded in Atlanta with the Grammy-winning producer Ben H. Allen, who previously has worked with stars like Gnarls Barkley.
The 11-track record reflects the experiences of their early-twentysomething contemporaries, exploring anxieties about money, relationships and the future, but also the fun moments used to escape such issues.
Lead single Think won Radio 1 support as Annie Mac’s Hottest Record in the World and indie show host Jack Saunders’ Record of the Week.
The Magic Gang’s self-titled debut album reached number 12 in the official album chart in 2018.
In Southampton, they have previously played The Joiners, Engine Rooms, Heartbreakers and the main stage at Common People festival in 2017.
Their success comes after Southampton band Creeper had a top 5 hit with their second album Sex, Death & The Infinite Void in August.
The Magic Gang’s 2021 tour includes The 1865 in Southampton on Tuesday 16 March. Tickets at www.seetickets.com. They also play three London dates with Stockport stars Blossoms 29-31 March.


thedailyecho--2020-09-13--Armed police called to machete incident in Southampton

ARMED police swooped to a machete incident in Southampton last night .
A 54-year-old man was rushed to hospital after being found with head injuries in Shirley Road .
Two 36-year-old men had also been assaulted but did not require hospital treatment following an attack at around 12.30am .
Officers seized a machete , but enquiries are ongoing as to how the men came to be injured .
A 28-year-old man from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in a public place and wounding with intent .
• ‘ I want to kill you now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to neighbours Police later taped off Newlands Avenue and an area surrounding New Century Bingo hall in Shirley Road .
Officers remained at the scene for much of the day carrying out investigations .
A police spokesperson said : `` We were called at 12.37am on Sunday , September 13 to a report of a public order incident in Shirley Road , Southampton .
• Teens armed with samurai swords , knives , machetes and tasers run riot in the streets of Southampton '' Enquiries into how the men were injured are ongoing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from anyone with information on what happened .
• Drug dealer caught after being 'attacked by two men with a machete' '' In particular , we would like people in the area to check any CCTV they have , and motorists to check their dashcams if they were driving in this location at the time . ''
The 28-year-old man remains in police custody at this time .
Meanwhile , the man treated for head injuries has since been discharged .
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to call police on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

A 54-year-old man was rushed to hospital after being found with head injuries in Shirley Road on Sunday morning.
Two 36-year-old men had also been assaulted but did not require hospital treatment following an attack at around 12.30am.
Officers seized a machete, but enquiries are ongoing as to how the men came to be injured.
A 28-year-old man from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in a public place and wounding with intent.
Police later taped off Newlands Avenue and an area surrounding New Century Bingo hall in Shirley Road.
Officers remained at the scene for much of the day carrying out investigations.
A police spokesperson said: "We were called at 12.37am on Sunday, September 13 to a report of a public order incident in Shirley Road, Southampton.
"Enquiries into how the men were injured are ongoing.
"We would like to hear from anyone with information on what happened.
"In particular, we would like people in the area to check any CCTV they have, and motorists to check their dashcams if they were driving in this location at the time."
The 28-year-old man remains in police custody at this time.
Meanwhile, the man treated for head injuries has since been discharged.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to call police on 101, quoting the reference number 44200353730.


thedailyecho--2020-09-13--Coronavirus: 31 confirmed cases in Hampshire over weekend

THIRTY-ONE people tested positive for coronavirus over the weekend , latest figures show .
Data released by the government shows @ @ @ @ @ the virus on Saturday , and nine on Sunday .
In Southampton , seven people @ @ @ @ @ 1,054 people have tested positive over the course of the pandemic , giving an infection @ @ @ @ @ people .
In East Hampshire , five people tested positive , making 559 in total @ @ @ @ @ of 457 .
Three people had confirmed cases in Winchester , taking the total to @ @ @ @ @ rate of 422.9 per 100,000 .
Eastleigh returned two positive cases , meaning 474 people @ @ @ @ @ course of the pandemic , a rate of 354.8 .
In the New Forest , @ @ @ @ @ 556 since the start of the pandemic , a rate of 308.7 .
One person @ @ @ @ @ three in Fareham and two in Portsmouth .
As of tomorrow , the ‘ rule @ @ @ @ @ play , meaning people can only socialise in groups of six by law .

Data released by the government shows 22 people tested positive for the virus on Saturday, and nine on Sunday.
In Southampton, seven people returned positive tests, meaning 1,054 people have tested positive over the course of the pandemic, giving an infection rate of 417.4 per 100,000 people.
In East Hampshire, five people tested positive, making 559 in total and giving an infection rate of 457.
Three people had confirmed cases in Winchester, taking the total to 528 and giving an infection rate of 422.9 per 100,000.
Eastleigh returned two positive cases, meaning 474 people have tested positive over the course of the pandemic, a rate of 354.8.
In the New Forest, eight people tested positive, 556 since the start of the pandemic, a rate of 308.7.
One person tested positive in Gosport, three in Fareham and two in Portsmouth.
As of tomorrow, the ‘rule of six’ comes into play, meaning people can only socialise in groups of six by law.


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--Shock after large-scale brawl starts outside Mailroom in Southampton

Oxford Street , which has a number of bars and restaurant , was the scene of violence on Saturday night .
People hurled chairs and tables at each other during a brawl at the Mailroom Cocktail & Wine Bar .
There “ was not a [ group ] that was not fighting ” , according to one witness .
The chaos is said to have spilled out into the street with onlookers fleeing the area fearing for their own safety .
The fight was reportedly sparked after a woman pushed a girl at another table at around 7.30pm .
Things @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 30 people becoming embroiled in the chaos .
One man , who wanted to remain anonymous , told how he was enjoying drinks with friends at a nearby bar when he saw “ glasses flying around inside [ the Mailroom ] ” .
However , no one was arrested and no complaints were made , according to police .
A police spokesperson added : “ We were called at 7.30pm on Saturday 12 September to a report of a group of people fighting in Oxford Street , Southampton .
“ No complaints were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with information is urged to call police on 101 quoting 44200353378 .
The Daily Echo contacted the Mailroom and for a comment on the incident .

Oxford Street, which has a number of bars and restaurant, was the scene of violence on Saturday night.
People hurled chairs and tables at each other during a brawl at the Mailroom Cocktail & Wine Bar.
There “was not a [group] that was not fighting”, according to one witness.
The chaos is said to have spilled out into the street with onlookers fleeing the area fearing for their own safety.
The fight was reportedly sparked after a woman pushed a girl at another table at around 7.30pm.
Things “escalated” with between 20 and 30 people becoming embroiled in the chaos. One man, who wanted to remain anonymous, told how he was enjoying drinks with friends at a nearby bar when he saw “glasses flying around inside [the Mailroom]”.
However, no one was arrested and no complaints were made, according to police.
A police spokesperson added: “We were called at 7.30pm on Saturday 12 September to a report of a group of people fighting in Oxford Street, Southampton.
“Officers arrived.
“No complaints were made and no injuries reported.
“No arrests have been made.”
Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101 quoting 44200353378.
The Daily Echo contacted the Mailroom and for a comment on the incident.


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--Marchwood Port proposal could create 1,100 new jobs

PLANS for a £50 million investment at a New Forest port could create 1,100 new jobs .
Marchwood Port could see new offices , a second entrance , and the near doubling of hardstanding and storage space .
The proposals for the site will “ increase its capacity and operation to make more effective and efficient use of the port ” .
Logistics company , Solent Gateway Limited ( SGL ) manages and operates the port for the Ministry of Defence ( MOD ) .
With direct access to Southampton shipping lanes and international waters , it is operating “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the proposed development is within the port ’ s existing boundary and there are no plans to extend the existing port .
The proposals for the 82.8ha site include creating a new entrance from Cracknore Hard , increasing storage space , modifying of existing buildings and building two warehouses .
It is hoped the port will process different cargo including aggregates , food , vehicles , building materials , wind turbine blades and steel .
The port , located in Marchwood on the River Test , has been used for cargo operations by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ used as a commercial port since 2016 .
Currently just over half of the site is in use .
Port director , Richard Parkinson said : “ Our proposals for the port will bring significant economic growth and investment to the local area .
Since taking over port operations , we have created 85 new jobs and our proposals will generate circa 1,100 additional new jobs on-site and in the supply chain .
`` We are already working with several local SME companies and remain committed to using local businesses to assist with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will last until October 3 .
Meanwhile , surgeries will be held at Marchwood Village Hall from 1pm until 9pom on Friday , September 25 and from 10am until 4pm on Saturday , September 26 .

Marchwood Port could see new offices, a second entrance, and the near doubling of hardstanding and storage space.
The proposals for the site will “increase its capacity and operation to make more effective and efficient use of the port”.
Man hijacked Southampton Port radio and made racial slurs
Logistics company, Solent Gateway Limited (SGL) manages and operates the port for the Ministry of Defence (MOD).
With direct access to Southampton shipping lanes and international waters, it is operating “significantly below capacity”.
However, the proposed development is within the port’s existing boundary and there are no plans to extend the existing port.
Marchwood port from the River Test. Photo: Bryan Harris.
The proposals for the 82.8ha site include creating a new entrance from Cracknore Hard, increasing storage space, modifying of existing buildings and building two warehouses.
It is hoped the port will process different cargo including aggregates, food, vehicles, building materials, wind turbine blades and steel.
The port, located in Marchwood on the River Test, has been used for cargo operations by the MOD since 1943 and has been used as a commercial port since 2016.
Currently just over half of the site is in use.
Port director, Richard Parkinson said: “Our proposals for the port will bring significant economic growth and investment to the local area. Since taking over port operations, we have created 85 new jobs and our proposals will generate circa 1,100 additional new jobs on-site and in the supply chain.
"We are already working with several local SME companies and remain committed to using local businesses to assist with the port redevelopment.”
A public consultation will last until October 23.
Meanwhile, surgeries will be held at Marchwood Village Hall from 1pm until 9pom on Friday, September 25 and from 10am until 4pm on Saturday, September 26.
However, due to Covid19 guidance, they must be pre-booked. To book a session, email info@solentgatewayconsultation.com or call 02380 175 295.


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--Hampshire police search for missing girl from New Milton

POLICE are searching for a 15-year-old girl who has gone missing .
Named only as Katelyn , Hampshire police says @ @ @ @ @ New Milton Train Station at around 5pm yesterday .
From New Milton , the teen @ @ @ @ @ .
She is described as being white , 5ft 7ins tall with a slim build @ @ @ @ @ hair .
Police say she was last seen wearing a long sleeved leopard print top @ @ @ @ @ over black leggings , carrying a small black shoulder bag that has a bow in @ @ @ @ @ also wearing glasses and a face mask .
If you see her , or think @ @ @ @ @ , call police on 101 quoting 44200354610 .

POLICE are searching for a 15-year-old girl who has gone missing.
Named only as Katelyn, Hampshire police says she was last seen at New Milton Train Station at around 5pm yesterday.
From New Milton, the teen also has links to Southampton.
She is described as being white, 5ft 7ins tall with a slim build, she has mid-length black hair.
Police say she was last seen wearing a long sleeved leopard print top, with black jeans worn over black leggings, carrying a small black shoulder bag that has a bow in the middle.
Katelyn was also wearing glasses and a face mask.
If you see her, or think you may have seen her, call police on 101 quoting 44200354610.


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--Air and sea search launched after reports of person in River Itchen

A MAJOR air and search search was mounted in Southampton amid fears that someone was in the water .
A @ @ @ @ @ the River Itchen and police vehicles were spotted in the Weston Lane area .
An @ @ @ @ @ but nothing was found .
Organisations involved in the search included the Lymington Coastguard Rescue @ @ @ @ @ They were joined by a coastguard search and rescue helicopter .
Writing in social media @ @ @ @ @ Tasked in the early hours to reports of a person possibly in the water in @ @ @ @ @ Extensive searches carried out with nothing found .
Enquiries ongoing . ''
The Maritime and @ @ @ @ @ At around 12.50am today the Hill Head and Lymington Coastguard Rescue Teams , the Lee-on-the-Solent @ @ @ @ @ the Hamble lifeboat assisted Hampshire Constabulary with a search in the Woolston area .
Hampshire @ @ @ @ @ and Coastguard Agency have been asked for comment .

A helicopter was seen flying over the River Itchen and police vehicles were spotted in the Weston Lane area.
An extensive search was carried out but nothing was found.
Organisations involved in the search included the Lymington Coastguard Rescue Tea and Hamble Lifeboat. They were joined by a coastguard search and rescue helicopter.
Writing in social media Hamble Lifeboat posted: "Tasked in the early hours to reports of a person possibly in the water in the River Itchen.
"Extensive searches carried out with nothing found. Enquiries ongoing."
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency added: "At around 12.50am today the Hill Head and Lymington Coastguard Rescue Teams, the Lee-on-the-Solent search and rescue helicopter and the Hamble lifeboat assisted Hampshire Constabulary with a search in the Woolston area.
"Nothing was found."
Hampshire police and the Southampton-based Maritime and Coastguard Agency have been asked for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--Boy, 16, arrested after fellow teenager taken to hospital with facial injuries

POLICE have arrested a 16-year-old boy after another youngster was assaulted at a Hampshire skatepark .
Officers were called to Manor Park in Aldershot at the weekend following an incident in which a 17-year-old suffered facial injuries .
A police spokesman said : `` The victim sustained a laceration to his face and received hospital treatment .
His injury is not described as life-threatening .
`` The 16-year-old , from Aldershot , remains in custody at this time .
`` Three other people were arrested on suspicion of affray .
Two of them , both 17 and from London , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` A third male , a 17-year-old from Kempson , Bedfordshire , will face no further action in relation to the affray but has been released under investigation in relation to alleged possession of cannabis and an offensive weapon . ''
Neighbourhood Inspector Kirsten Troman added : `` We appreciate that people will have concerns but we are treating this as an isolated and targeted incident .
`` We are aware there were many people in the park at the time .
If you witnessed anything and have n't already spoken to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ information about this incident , please get in touch by calling 101 and quoting 44200352966 .
`` You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .
`` Officers will be carrying out regular patrols in the area .
If you have any concerns , please do n't hesitate to speak to them . ''

Officers were called to Manor Park in Aldershot at the weekend following an incident in which a 17-year-old suffered facial injuries.
A police spokesman said: "The victim sustained a laceration to his face and received hospital treatment. His injury is not described as life-threatening.
"The 16-year-old, from Aldershot, remains in custody at this time.
"Three other people were arrested on suspicion of affray. Two of them, both 17 and from London, have been released with no further action.
"A third male, a 17-year-old from Kempson, Bedfordshire, will face no further action in relation to the affray but has been released under investigation in relation to alleged possession of cannabis and an offensive weapon."
Neighbourhood Inspector Kirsten Troman added: "We appreciate that people will have concerns but we are treating this as an isolated and targeted incident.
"We are aware there were many people in the park at the time. If you witnessed anything and haven't already spoken to police - or if you have any information about this incident, please get in touch by calling 101 and quoting 44200352966.
"You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
"Officers will be carrying out regular patrols in the area. If you have any concerns, please don't hesitate to speak to them."


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--Man, 52, dies after 'industrial incident' in Shedfield

A 52-year-old man has died following an “ industrial incident ” .
Emergency services were called to an address in @ @ @ @ @ 1.12pm yesterday .
A police spokesperson said : “ A 52-year-old man sustained serious injuries @ @ @ @ @ at the scene .
“ Enquiries are ongoing into the circumstances of this incident , @ @ @ @ @ the Health and Safety Executive.
” Local reports suggest that the incident took place at @ @ @ @ @ The Dell Cottage .

Emergency services were called to an address in Winchester Road, Shedfield at 1.12pm yesterday.
A police spokesperson said: “A 52-year-old man sustained serious injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
“Enquiries are ongoing into the circumstances of this incident, and officers are liaising with the Health and Safety Executive.”
Local reports suggest that the incident took place at a hay bale yard at The Dell Cottage.


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--Emergency services called to crash on the M27

EMERGENCY services were called to the scene of a multi-vehicle pile-up on the M27 this morning .
There is traffic @ @ @ @ @ the incident , which happened at about 10am .
Two lanes of the road were @ @ @ @ @ 4 , near Rownhams , and travel information service Romanse says delays reached 50 minutes @ @ @ @ @ cleared and all lanes have been reopened , but there are still slight delays in @ @ @

There is traffic on the westbound carriageway following the incident, which happened at about 10am.
Two lanes of the road were blocked between junction 3 and 4, near Rownhams, and travel information service Romanse says delays reached 50 minutes.
The vehicles have been cleared and all lanes have been reopened, but there are still slight delays in the area.


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--Armed police called to machete incident in Southampton

A 54-year-old man was rushed to hospital after being found with head injuries in Shirley Road on Sunday morning .
Two 36-year-old men had also been assaulted but did not require hospital treatment following an attack at around 12.30am .
Officers seized a machete , but enquiries are ongoing as to how the men came to be injured .
A 28-year-old man from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in a public place and wounding with intent .
• ‘ I want to kill you now ’ : Knife-wielding teen 's chilling threat to neighbours @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an area surrounding New Century Bingo hall in Shirley Road .
Officers remained at the scene for much of the day carrying out investigations .
A police spokesperson said : `` We were called at 12.37am on Sunday , September 13 to a report of a public order incident in Shirley Road , Southampton .
• Teens armed with samurai swords , knives , machetes and tasers run riot in the streets of Southampton '' Enquiries into how the men were injured are ongoing .
`` We would like to hear from anyone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Drug dealer caught after being 'attacked by two men with a machete' '' In particular , we would like people in the area to check any CCTV they have , and motorists to check their dashcams if they were driving in this location at the time . ''
The 28-year-old man remains in police custody at this time .
Meanwhile , the man treated for head injuries has since been discharged .
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to call police on 101 , quoting the reference number 44200353730 .


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--Woman punched in the face by stranger in Southampton

A SOUTHAMPTON woman has been punched in the face by a stranger .
A 28-year-old woman was punched in the @ @ @ @ @ her home in Witts Hill .
Her attacker then fled the scene following the incident @ @ @ @ @ , September 11 .
A police spokesperson said : “ We were called on Friday @ @ @ @ @ report of an assault on a 28-year-old woman in Witts Hill , Southampton .
“ @ @ @ @ @ woman was outside her house when she was punched in the face by a man @ @ @ @ @ The man then ran off .
No serious injuries were reported.
” Anyone with information @ @ @ @ @ on 101 , quoting reference number 44200350680 .

A 28-year-old woman was punched in the face by a man outside her home in Witts Hill.
Her attacker then fled the scene following the incident at around 12.30am on Friday, September 11.
A police spokesperson said: “We were called on Friday, September 11 to a report of an assault on a 28-year-old woman in Witts Hill, Southampton.
“It was reported that the woman was outside her house when she was punched in the face by a man she did not know. The man then ran off. No serious injuries were reported.”
Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101, quoting reference number 44200350680.


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--Southampton named in top 10 'eco-cities' by Honda

SOUTHAMPTON has been named as one of the top 10 most eco-friendly cities in the UK .
The Hampshire city has been ranked the ninth most eco-friendly city in the UK .
A new study of over 2,000 households suggests the city is one of the most environmentally-conscious urban centres in the country .
According to the study residents have the lowest CO2 emissions scores for their homes and nearly a third of people limit their use of single-use plastic – which is above the national average .
The new survey was based on factors including household recycling and emissions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ attitudes to being eco-friendly .
The research by car manufacturer Honda revealed the coronavirus lockdown could have been a reason for people changing and re-thinking their habits towards the environment .
Southampton City Council says it is “ committed to leading the way in making the city a cleaner , greener , healthier , more attractive place to live , work and visit.
” The council launched the Green City Charter in 2019 in a bid to tackle environmental issues .
Under this charter it is hoped to make the city carbon neutral @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to protect the natural environment , improve the quality of life for residents , promote sustainable travel , reduce emissions , enhance renewable energy and support the generation of sustainable energy that does not comprise local air quality .
However , A CONTROVERSIAL pop-up cycle lane on Bassett Avenue has recently been removed following “ a steady increase in traffic ” .
It c as concerns were raised over the measures and the council ’ s Green Transport Recovery Plan was “ called back in ” to be scrutinised further .
Rebecca Stead @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ With global warming and climate change being one of the biggest concerns to face our planet , there is an ever-growing importance to address what we do now to protect the world we live in .
We want to celebrate the people in Britain who are thinking of the environment and trying to be more eco-friendly in their everyday lives .
We must help the environment and we want to champion those that are doing this .
We hope this research will also encourage more people to do the same @ @ @ @ @ @ @ big and small – to protect the planet .
”

The Hampshire city has been ranked the ninth most eco-friendly city in the UK.
A new study of over 2,000 households suggests the city is one of the most environmentally-conscious urban centres in the country.
According to the study residents have the lowest CO2 emissions scores for their homes and nearly a third of people limit their use of single-use plastic – which is above the national average.
The new survey was based on factors including household recycling and emissions, smart meters, commuting methods and attitudes to being eco-friendly.
The research by car manufacturer Honda revealed the coronavirus lockdown could have been a reason for people changing and re-thinking their habits towards the environment.
Southampton City Council says it is “committed to leading the way in making the city a cleaner, greener, healthier, more attractive place to live, work and visit.”
The council launched the Green City Charter in 2019 in a bid to tackle environmental issues.
Under this charter it is hoped to make the city carbon neutral by 2030.
The council also pledges to protect the natural environment, improve the quality of life for residents, promote sustainable travel, reduce emissions, enhance renewable energy and support the generation of sustainable energy that does not comprise local air quality.
However, A CONTROVERSIAL pop-up cycle lane on Bassett Avenue has recently been removed following “a steady increase in traffic”.
It c as concerns were raised over the measures and the council’s Green Transport Recovery Plan was “called back in” to be scrutinised further.
Rebecca Stead, head of automobile at Honda UK said: “With global warming and climate change being one of the biggest concerns to face our planet, there is an ever-growing importance to address what we do now to protect the world we live in. We want to celebrate the people in Britain who are thinking of the environment and trying to be more eco-friendly in their everyday lives. We must help the environment and we want to champion those that are doing this. We hope this research will also encourage more people to do the same and take any step they can – big and small – to protect the planet.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--Hampshire Police seize items worth £959,000

POLICE in Hampshire seized less cash and assets from criminal hands last year , new figures reveal .
Anti-corruption organisation Global Witness warned the £200 million recovered nationally is “ a drop in the ocean ” compared with the huge volumes of illegal money flowing through the UK each year .
Home Office data shows Hampshire Constabulary collected proceeds of crime worth £959,800 in the year to March .
Of this , £650,600 ( 68 per cent ) was obtained through confiscation orders , which are made during sentencing following a criminal conviction .
The rest came from powers to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The haul was lower than the value seized in 2018-19 , when officers recovered £1.3 million .
Around £208 million was collected by police forces , councils and government agencies across England , Wales and Northern Ireland using powers under the Proceeds of Crime Act in 2019-20 – a four per cent decrease from the year before , but up eight per cent compared to five years ago .
Dominic Kavakeb , of Global Witness , said : “ These latest statistics really are a drop in the ocean compared with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ It shows how much work there is still to do in the fight against dirty money , starting with the long-awaited property register that can bring transparency to the UK ’ s property market – for years a top choice for criminals and the corrupt looking to launder stolen cash.
” In August a property portfolio worth an estimated £17 million , purchased with “ dirty money ” by a Birmingham drugs trafficking gang , was seized and sold following an eight-year investigation by the National Crime Agency .
The Government @ @ @ @ @ @ @ corruption in 2018 , including the creation of Unexplained Wealth Orders – which give authorities the power to demand a person or company explain where their cash or assets came from .
To date , the National Crime Agency has obtained UWOs on four cases with a total asset value estimated at just over £143m .
The National Economic Crime centre , based at the NCA ’ s headquarters , also launched two years ago with the aim of bringing together police and government bodies to combat economic crime , including money laundering @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ The National Crime Agency froze or seized £160m in suspected criminal assets during the last year alone , and we continue to use all of our powers , in both the criminal and civil spheres , to disrupt criminals and corrupt elites by recovering the proceeds of their criminality .
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Anti-corruption organisation Global Witness warned the £200 million recovered nationally is “a drop in the ocean” compared with the huge volumes of illegal money flowing through the UK each year.
Home Office data shows Hampshire Constabulary collected proceeds of crime worth £959,800 in the year to March.
Of this, £650,600 (68 per cent) was obtained through confiscation orders, which are made during sentencing following a criminal conviction.
The rest came from powers to seize and confiscate cash via civil proceedings.
The haul was lower than the value seized in 2018-19, when officers recovered £1.3 million.
Around £208 million was collected by police forces, councils and government agencies across England, Wales and Northern Ireland using powers under the Proceeds of Crime Act in 2019-20 – a four per cent decrease from the year before, but up eight per cent compared to five years ago.
Dominic Kavakeb, of Global Witness, said: “These latest statistics really are a drop in the ocean compared with the billions in illicit wealth flooding the UK.
“It shows how much work there is still to do in the fight against dirty money, starting with the long-awaited property register that can bring transparency to the UK’s property market – for years a top choice for criminals and the corrupt looking to launder stolen cash.”
In August a property portfolio worth an estimated £17 million, purchased with “dirty money” by a Birmingham drugs trafficking gang, was seized and sold following an eight-year investigation by the National Crime Agency.
The Government unveiled new measures to clamp down on corruption in 2018, including the creation of Unexplained Wealth Orders – which give authorities the power to demand a person or company explain where their cash or assets came from.
To date, the National Crime Agency has obtained UWOs on four cases with a total asset value estimated at just over £143m.
The National Economic Crime centre, based at the NCA’s headquarters, also launched two years ago with the aim of bringing together police and government bodies to combat economic crime, including money laundering and fraud. An NCA spokeswoman said: “The National Crime Agency froze or seized £160m in suspected criminal assets during the last year alone, and we continue to use all of our powers, in both the criminal and civil spheres, to disrupt criminals and corrupt elites by recovering the proceeds of their criminality.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--Sir Keir Starmer 'self-isolating' hours after appearing on LBC radio show

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has gone into self-isolation after a member of his household developed symptoms of Covid-19 .
@ @ @ @ @ home , but will not take part in Commons proceedings on Monday .
The situation @ @ @ @ @ part in a show on LBC , and the Labour leader ’ s office has @ @ @ @ @ Keir shared a studio with host Nick Ferrari during the phone-in show on Monday morning @ @ @ @ @ A spokesman for Sir Keir said : `` This morning Keir Starmer was advised to @ @ @ @ @ his household showed possible symptoms of the coronavirus .
`` The member of his household @ @ @ @ @ .
`` In line with NHS guidelines , Keir will self-isolate while awaiting the results @ @ @ @ @ advice from medical professionals . ''

He will continue working from home, but will not take part in Commons proceedings on Monday.
The situation emerged shortly after he took part in a show on LBC, and the Labour leader’s office has alerted the broadcaster.
Sir Keir shared a studio with host Nick Ferrari during the phone-in show on Monday morning (video below).
A spokesman for Sir Keir said: "This morning Keir Starmer was advised to self-isolate after a member of his household showed possible symptoms of the coronavirus.
"The member of his household has now had a test.
"In line with NHS guidelines, Keir will self-isolate while awaiting the results of the test and further advice from medical professionals."


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer by Snug Architects will ‘eclipse Angel of the North’

A TOTTON man is set to become one of the UK ’ s most noteworthy architects for his design for a new national landmark .
Paul Bulkeley has been given the green light for his design to be built in the centre of the country .
Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer is a gigantic , Möbius strip ; a surface which appears to have no beginning or end .
Paul won a global competition run by the Royal Institute of British Architects in 2019 .
His concept gained him the top spot in an international field of 133 entries from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Prayer will be built near Birmingham and “ will be one of the world ’ s largest collaborative projects in the world ” .
Each one of its one million bricks links digitally to a personal story of an answered prayer made by people all across the UK .
Using interactive technology and an app , visitors will be able to use their phones to read the answered prayer story behind each brick .
The huge Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer will reportedly eclipse the Angel of the North , to stand at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ attract 300,000 visitors each year , contributing £9.3 million to the Warwickshire economy .
Paul founded “ award-winning professional practice ” Snug Architects in Winchester in 2003 before moving to Totton near Southampton in 2016 .
He said : “ As I ’ ve been part of the journey , I ’ ve realised that this monument will not only be awe-inspiring as a piece of public art but I ” m also convinced it will be loved as an iconic landmark of hope communicating the value of prayer to the visual and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I am delighted to be part of such a ground-breaking Christian venture and look forward to seeing the design now become a reality.
” Construction is expected to begin in Spring 2021 with completion in Autumn 2022 .
The project needs 2,578 answered prayers from Southampton , and 14,306 from Hampshire .
For more information visit the Eternal Wall website .

Paul Bulkeley has been given the green light for his design to be built in the centre of the country.
Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer is a gigantic, Möbius strip; a surface which appears to have no beginning or end.
Paul won a global competition run by the Royal Institute of British Architects in 2019.
His concept gained him the top spot in an international field of 133 entries from 28 countries.
Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer will be built near Birmingham and “will be one of the world’s largest collaborative projects in the world”.
Each one of its one million bricks links digitally to a personal story of an answered prayer made by people all across the UK.
Using interactive technology and an app, visitors will be able to use their phones to read the answered prayer story behind each brick.
The huge Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer will reportedly eclipse the Angel of the North, to stand at 169ft high. it is expected to attract 300,000 visitors each year, contributing £9.3 million to the Warwickshire economy.
Paul founded “award-winning professional practice” Snug Architects in Winchester in 2003 before moving to Totton near Southampton in 2016.
He said: “As I’ve been part of the journey, I’ve realised that this monument will not only be awe-inspiring as a piece of public art but I”m also convinced it will be loved as an iconic landmark of hope communicating the value of prayer to the visual and interactive age in the 21st century. I am delighted to be part of such a ground-breaking Christian venture and look forward to seeing the design now become a reality.”
Construction is expected to begin in Spring 2021 with completion in Autumn 2022.
The project needs 2,578 answered prayers from Southampton, and 14,306 from Hampshire. For more information visit the Eternal Wall website.


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--LETTER: I am deeply concerned by the Government admitting it wants to break international law

I am deeply concerned by the government ’ s plan to break promises made in the Withdrawal Agreement ; an @ @ @ @ @ a year ago .
The Northern Ireland Secretary admitted this would break international law .
@ @ @ @ @ renege on commitments to avoid a hard border on the island of Ireland and would @ @ @ @ @ to square one .
The Conservatives pride themselves on being the party of law and @ @ @ @ @ and of the Union .
Now the government is openly breaking international law and paving @ @ @ @ @ economic disaster .
How can the Conservative and Unionist party jeopardise the hard-won peace in @ @ @ @ @ Minister does not speak for ordinary Conservatives .
He was elected to deliver a comprehensive @ @ @ @ @ with Europe , which would help communities and businesses like mine .
Yet his actions @ @ @ @ @ of the Conservative Party , but the global reputation of the UK as a trustworthy @ @

The Conservatives pride themselves on being the party of law and order, of economic stability and of the Union. Now the government is openly breaking international law and paving the way to a no-deal economic disaster. How can the Conservative and Unionist party jeopardise the hard-won peace in Northern Ireland?
The Prime Minister does not speak for ordinary Conservatives. He was elected to deliver a comprehensive, ‘oven-ready’ deal with Europe, which would help communities and businesses like mine. Yet his actions threaten not only the reputation of the Conservative Party, but the global reputation of the UK as a trustworthy nation.
Mitchell Pollock
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--On The Tiles family lose Brian Elkins to Motor Neurone Disease

HE was a generous character with a wicked sense of humour and a love for fast cars , family , friends , bulldogs , and life in general .
Brian Elkins , who founded On The Tiles in Millbrook 30 years ago , will be sorely missed by family , colleagues , suppliers and customers alike .
His enthusiasm and love for ‘ tiles ’ was appreciated by loyal local customers who returned again and again .
He worked alongside his sister and best friend Irene who was devoted to her brother , particularly during his final months .
Jacques @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has taken over the helm at On The Tiles and hopes to be able to fill the void that his late mentor has left after losing his long battle against Motor Neurone Disease .
One of four children , Brian was born in West Wellow in 1948 and attended Plaitford , West Wellow and Bartley Schools .
He was a mischievous lad who loved academia but disliked sport and thought nothing of hitching a lift on the back of a cart when told to complete cross country runs !
His enjoyment of physics @ @ @ @ @ @ @ him on his path working for MFI and Comet , moving to Plymouth for the latter role .
Brian returned to Hampshire to be with his mother following the death of his father .
He set up his own business repairing electrical equipment , before founding On The Tiles in 1990 .
The firm have supplied tiles to cruise ships , historic Hampshire pubs and even Coronation Street !
He was a knowledgeable and practical man who enjoyed many hobbies including flying a gyrocopter , tree grafting , pottery , learning Italian and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to pass his skills on to others .
A Romsey resident , Brian loved driving fast Italian cars , and over the years had the pleasure of owning a Maserati and several Alfa Romeos including the exclusive Alfa 8C .
His love of travel took him all over the world , visiting Italy , USA , Egypt and the Gambia .
A favourite trip of a lifetime was having the opportunity to visit Borneo and watch the antics of the Orangutans up close .
Brian will also be hugely missed by nephews Gary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Joseph who will grow up without his kindness , wisdom , generosity , humour , and wickedness in their lives .

Brian Elkins, who founded On The Tiles in Millbrook 30 years ago, will be sorely missed by family, colleagues, suppliers and customers alike. His enthusiasm and love for ‘tiles’ was appreciated by loyal local customers who returned again and again.
He worked alongside his sister and best friend Irene who was devoted to her brother, particularly during his final months. Jacques who started working alongside Brian in 1992 has taken over the helm at On The Tiles and hopes to be able to fill the void that his late mentor has left after losing his long battle against Motor Neurone Disease.
One of four children, Brian was born in West Wellow in 1948 and attended Plaitford, West Wellow and Bartley Schools. He was a mischievous lad who loved academia but disliked sport and thought nothing of hitching a lift on the back of a cart when told to complete cross country runs! His enjoyment of physics, craft and working with tools set him on his path working for MFI and Comet, moving to Plymouth for the latter role.
Brian returned to Hampshire to be with his mother following the death of his father. He set up his own business repairing electrical equipment, before founding On The Tiles in 1990. The firm have supplied tiles to cruise ships, historic Hampshire pubs and even Coronation Street!
He was a knowledgeable and practical man who enjoyed many hobbies including flying a gyrocopter, tree grafting, pottery, learning Italian and car mechanics. Brian was always happy to pass his skills on to others.
A Romsey resident, Brian loved driving fast Italian cars, and over the years had the pleasure of owning a Maserati and several Alfa Romeos including the exclusive Alfa 8C.
His love of travel took him all over the world, visiting Italy, USA, Egypt and the Gambia. A favourite trip of a lifetime was having the opportunity to visit Borneo and watch the antics of the Orangutans up close.
Brian will also be hugely missed by nephews Gary and Darren and great nephews Noah and Joseph who will grow up without his kindness, wisdom, generosity, humour, and wickedness in their lives.


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--Pictures: Brockenhurst FC team pictures - see anyone you know?

THEY have been around for more than 120 years and in that time have moved home , tasted glory and defeat and have been a vital part of local footballing leagues .
The club were founding members of the New Forest league , which they went on to win numerous times .
They moved to a site between the Rose and Crown and Snakecatcher pubs shortly before the First World War , moving to Fathersfield once the conflict was over .
In 1931 The Badgers , as they are often called , moved again to Black Knoll and in 1935 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Just two years later and and the team moved to Oberfield until after the Second World War when they moved once again to Tile Barn .
They shifted base one last time in 1951 to their current home of Grigg Lane .
The club were crowned as champions of Hampshire Division Three in 1960 as well as winning the Bournemouth Senior Cup .
In 1971 the clubBrockenhurst were promoted to Division One , winning the league title in the 1975-76 season .
When the Wessex League began in 1986 , Brockenhurst were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ returned to the Wessex Premier League as Division One champions and reached the final of both the Southampton DFA Senior Cup and the Wessex League Cup .

Founded in 1898, Brockenhurst FC originally played close to Rhinefield Ornamental Drive.
The club were founding members of the New Forest league, which they went on to win numerous times.
They moved to a site between the Rose and Crown and Snakecatcher pubs shortly before the First World War, moving to Fathersfield once the conflict was over.
In 1931 The Badgers, as they are often called, moved again to Black Knoll and in 1935 they lifted the New Forest Lads Cup.
Just two years later and and the team moved to Oberfield until after the Second World War when they moved once again to Tile Barn. They shifted base one last time in 1951 to their current home of Grigg Lane.
The club were crowned as champions of Hampshire Division Three in 1960 as well as winning the Bournemouth Senior Cup.
In 1971 the clubBrockenhurst were promoted to Division One, winning the league title in the 1975-76 season.
When the Wessex League began in 1986, Brockenhurst were founding members.
In 2012 the club returned to the Wessex Premier League as Division One champions and reached the final of both the Southampton DFA Senior Cup and the Wessex League Cup.


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--New play area installed in West End

New play area installed in West End

A new children 's play area has opened in West End .
The play area has been installed at Hatch @ @ @ @ @ by West End Parish Council and Hatch Farm Working Group .
The new site is @ @ @ @ @ 12 years of age and centres around a multiactivity unit that includes a tunnel slide @ @ @ @ @ spring riders , a buddy board and a disability accessible roundabout .
It has been @ @ @ @ @ the developers of The Willows housing scheme and was installed by Vita Play Limited , @ @ @ @ @ .
Chair of Hedge End West End & Botley Local Area Committee Cllr Cynthia Garton @ @ @ @ @ really pleased to invest in these new play facilities for this area .
`` This @ @ @ @ @ for the first time , provide local children in the area with the chance to @ @ @ @ @ equipment in a safe environment which also encourages them to keep active . ''

The play area has been installed at Hatch Farm and has been supported by West End Parish Council and Hatch Farm Working Group.
The new site is aimed at children up to 12 years of age and centres around a multiactivity unit that includes a tunnel slide together, caterpillar and snail spring riders, a buddy board and a disability accessible roundabout.
It has been funded from financial contributions by the developers of The Willows housing scheme and was installed by Vita Play Limited, a company based in Winchester.
Chair of Hedge End West End & Botley Local Area Committee Cllr Cynthia Garton said: "We are really pleased to invest in these new play facilities for this area.
"This new play equipment will, for the first time, provide local children in the area with the chance to enjoy a range of play equipment in a safe environment which also encourages them to keep active."


thedailyecho--2020-09-14--National grid substation could power a million Hampshire homes

A NEW national grid power station could power over 1 million homes by the end of the year .
The substation is as part of a scheme to connect the the UK and France .
The site at Chilling Lane , Warsash has been part of the national network for over 40 years .
Now work is being completed so that national power cables between the UK and France can be connected .
The IFA2 will be able to import and export electrical power between the two countries .
The connection originally came into Daedalus , Lee-on-the-Solent but could not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it had to be moved .
Fareham MP Suella Braverman visited the site which is making great progress .
Suella said : `` I am delighted to learn that the new substation at Chilling Lane is nearing completion .
By injecting vital investment into the region , and placing Fareham at the heart of the country ’ s electricity network , this development represents a fantastic opportunity for our community .
`` In spite of several logistical obstacles , principally caused by the coronavirus outbreak , the team at National Grid and IFA2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and on-time .
Such perseverance and efficiency will be vital as projects across the country look to level-up our infrastructure . ''
Warsash councillor Michael Ford said : `` It has been very positive .
They have been clean and tidy on site .
There has been a little inconvenience but they have gone out of their way to engage with local residents .
`` I have been very impressed by national grid who have kept us notified of everything that was going to happen .
`` It hasn ’ t impacted too @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hook village had concerns but I get the impression that they have engaged .
They minimised the impact as much as possible .
`` They ’ ve engaged with the local community and have done that throughout .
The bigger picture , it is allowing us to import and export electricity from France in times of need .
I think it has been a real success . ''
National grid are currently testing connections and work is set to be completed by the end of this year .

The substation is as part of a scheme to connect the the UK and France.
The site at Chilling Lane, Warsash has been part of the national network for over 40 years.
Now work is being completed so that national power cables between the UK and France can be connected.
The IFA2 will be able to import and export electrical power between the two countries.
The connection originally came into Daedalus, Lee-on-the-Solent but could not be connected to the grid there so it had to be moved.
Fareham MP Suella Braverman visited the site which is making great progress.
Suella said: "I am delighted to learn that the new substation at Chilling Lane is nearing completion. By injecting vital investment into the region, and placing Fareham at the heart of the country’s electricity network, this development represents a fantastic opportunity for our community.
"In spite of several logistical obstacles, principally caused by the coronavirus outbreak, the team at National Grid and IFA2 have managed to deliver this project on-budget and on-time. Such perseverance and efficiency will be vital as projects across the country look to level-up our infrastructure."
Warsash councillor Michael Ford said: "It has been very positive. They have been clean and tidy on site. There has been a little inconvenience but they have gone out of their way to engage with local residents.
"I have been very impressed by national grid who have kept us notified of everything that was going to happen.
"It hasn’t impacted too badly on local residents. People in Hook village had concerns but I get the impression that they have engaged. They minimised the impact as much as possible.
"They’ve engaged with the local community and have done that throughout. The bigger picture, it is allowing us to import and export electricity from France in times of need. I think it has been a real success."
National grid are currently testing connections and work is set to be completed by the end of this year.