thedailyecho--2020-05-21--15,000 in Southampton ring 111 to say they have coronavirus

NHS 111 services in Southampton have logged almost 15,000 users reporting coronavirus symptoms since March , new figures show .
Total calls to the NHS 111 service in Hampshire and Surrey Heath dropped last month , however , as health think tank the Nuffield Trust expressed concerns those who need urgent treatment may be put off seeking help .
NHS England data shows 14,546 occasions when someone in the NHS Southampton CCG area logged possible Covid-19 symptoms from March 18 to May 14 .
The vast majority of these ( 80 % ) were through NHS 111 online assessments , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ phone .
Across England , there were more than three million reports of potential coronavirus through 111 services over the two-month period .
In Southampton more than half of these ( 55 % ) came in just two weeks in March , with only 8 % reported in the first two weeks of May .
Separate figures show the Hampshire and Surrey Heath 111 helpline received a total of 16,389 calls in April .
This was 53 % less than it did in March , when there were 34,681 .
Sarah Scobie , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of research , said the 111 tool was “ essential ” to keep patients with suspected Covid-19 symptoms safe , and those who seek advice on other conditions .
She said : “ This month ’ s data suggests that the NHS 111 service is less in demand this month , and better able to take the pressure off frontline services .
“ A high number of NHS 111 calls and the fall in hospital attendances suggest that people are still making careful choices about going to hospitals .
“ There are now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ urgent medical treatment may be put off from seeking help due to fear of infection or a desire to reduce pressure on overstretched health and services , despite some reassurances from the NHS that these services are still open.
” Of the calls taken last month , 2 % were abandoned by callers kept waiting for 30 seconds or more .
This was an improvement on March , when 26 % were abandoned , but a rise on the 1 % from last April .
The Health Foundation said the data shows that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ gone unmet during the pandemic , while others ’ conditions may have become worse .
Sarah Deeny , assistant director of data analytics , added : “ As they begin to resume core health services , it is vital that Government and the NHS understand the full extent of people ’ s unmet health needs.
” Professor Stephen Powis , NHS medical director , said the 111 service performed strongly in April , rebounding from the pressure it faced in March .
He said : “ A & E attendances were sharply down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were for lower risk conditions .
“ Urgent cancer referrals are now picking back up – having doubled over the past three weeks – and the NHS has launched a public information campaign reminding the people of the importance of seeking care for urgent and emergency conditions .
”

Total calls to the NHS 111 service in Hampshire and Surrey Heath dropped last month, however, as health think tank the Nuffield Trust expressed concerns those who need urgent treatment may be put off seeking help.
NHS England data shows 14,546 occasions when someone in the NHS Southampton CCG area logged possible Covid-19 symptoms from March 18 to May 14. The vast majority of these (80%) were through NHS 111 online assessments, with the remaining 20% over the phone.
Across England, there were more than three million reports of potential coronavirus through 111 services over the two-month period.
In Southampton more than half of these (55%) came in just two weeks in March, with only 8% reported in the first two weeks of May. Separate figures show the Hampshire and Surrey Heath 111 helpline received a total of 16,389 calls in April.
This was 53% less than it did in March, when there were 34,681.
Sarah Scobie, the Nuffield Trust’s deputy director of research, said the 111 tool was “essential” to keep patients with suspected Covid-19 symptoms safe, and those who seek advice on other conditions.
She said: “This month’s data suggests that the NHS 111 service is less in demand this month, and better able to take the pressure off frontline services.
“A high number of NHS 111 calls and the fall in hospital attendances suggest that people are still making careful choices about going to hospitals.
“There are now legitimate concerns that those who do require urgent medical treatment may be put off from seeking help due to fear of infection or a desire to reduce pressure on overstretched health and services, despite some reassurances from the NHS that these services are still open.”
Of the calls taken last month, 2% were abandoned by callers kept waiting for 30 seconds or more.
This was an improvement on March, when 26% were abandoned, but a rise on the 1% from last April.
The Health Foundation said the data shows that many people’s needs may have gone unmet during the pandemic, while others’ conditions may have become worse.
Sarah Deeny, assistant director of data analytics, added: “As they begin to resume core health services, it is vital that Government and the NHS understand the full extent of people’s unmet health needs.”
Professor Stephen Powis, NHS medical director, said the 111 service performed strongly in April, rebounding from the pressure it faced in March.
He said: “A&E attendances were sharply down, but the majority of these reductions were for lower risk conditions.
“Urgent cancer referrals are now picking back up – having doubled over the past three weeks – and the NHS has launched a public information campaign reminding the people of the importance of seeking care for urgent and emergency conditions.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-21--PHOTOS: Possible 'Banksy' art work thanking NHS in Lymington

TWO paintings that praise the work of the NHS have appeared in the New Forest - and residents are questioning if the art could be Banksy creations .
One of them that states ‘ Thank You Care Workers ’ was first discovered two days ago on Church Lane , Lymington , before the entrance to Solent Mead Care Home .
While another painting of a young girl holding an NHS balloon has been spotted in an alley near The Tins churchyard , also in Lymington .
Some residents have shut down ideas that it could be the work of anonymous @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the painter could be amongst the council .
She said : “ At 2am this morning , I heard talking .
I looked out the window and the council were painting the yellow lines [ next to the painting ] .
But a spokesperson for Hampshire County Council said they were unaware of the paintings .
The art work has been discovered shortly after a Banksy tribute to NHS heroes appeared at Southampton General Hospital , to thank their work on the frontline during the coronavirus pandemic .
Resident James Wild suggested that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He said : “ Rumour has it Lymington has its own version of Banksy .
I think they have been done in appreciation of the NHS during the coronavirus crisis , and that they are in the style of Banksy but not necessarily by him .
`` Some might say they could be him but I think they are done by a fan of his .
Maybe by Lymington 's own version of Banksy . ''
But another neighbour said he “ doesn ’ t think it is Banksy ” , with no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ artist ’ s website .
Banksy is an anonymous street artist , vandal , political activist , and film director , whose art work has been active across the UK since the 1990s .

One of them that states ‘Thank You Care Workers’ was first discovered two days ago on Church Lane, Lymington, before the entrance to Solent Mead Care Home.
While another painting of a young girl holding an NHS balloon has been spotted in an alley near The Tins churchyard, also in Lymington.
Some residents have shut down ideas that it could be the work of anonymous street artist Banksy, with one suggesting the painter could be amongst the council.
She said: “At 2am this morning, I heard talking. I looked out the window and the council were painting the yellow lines [next to the painting].
“Maybe there’s a Banksy lookalike amongst them.”
But a spokesperson for Hampshire County Council said they were unaware of the paintings.
The art work has been discovered shortly after a Banksy tribute to NHS heroes appeared at Southampton General Hospital, to thank their work on the frontline during the coronavirus pandemic.
Resident James Wild suggested that the work could be another artist.
He said: “Rumour has it Lymington has its own version of Banksy. I think they have been done in appreciation of the NHS during the coronavirus crisis, and that they are in the style of Banksy but not necessarily by him.
"Some might say they could be him but I think they are done by a fan of his. Maybe by Lymington's own version of Banksy."
But another neighbour said he “doesn’t think it is Banksy”, with no pictures of the art work on the artist’s website.
Banksy is an anonymous street artist, vandal, political activist, and film director, whose art work has been active across the UK since the 1990s.


thedailyecho--2020-05-21--Fire Brigades Union chief concerns of coronavirus outbreak at Romsey Fire Station

A HAMPSHIRE fire station has been forced to close following a coronavirus outbreak among its staff .
Due to a number of firefighters testing positive for Covid-19 , Romsey Fire Station was temporarily closed .
But firefighters who have not been affected are planning to return to the station on Alma Road shortly and begin attending emergencies again .
While a “ deep clean and wider testing ” is carried out , fire chiefs are urging firefighters and the public to stick to social distancing guidelines .
Brigade Secretary of Fire Brigades Union Gary Jackson said he is concerned about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He said : “ There has been a spike in numbers in Romsey .
I have no concerns about the emergency response as we have got measures in place to deal with these contingencies .
“ All it really goes to show is people , including our own staff , need to carry on being vigilant in social distancing in similar measures to prevent these spikes .
“ My concern is for the ripple effect – the families of firefighters and consequential contamination .
We need to think about limiting exposures for different @ @ @ @ @ @ @ residents that the town will be kept safe during emergencies .
Councillor Nik Daas , Borough Councillor for Romsey Abbey , said : “ This is devastating news .
I wish all the firefighters involved the speediest of recoveries .
“ I also want to reassure residents that Hampshire Fire and Rescue have taken the necessary action to ensure Romsey will be covered , if fire services are required .
“ We are forever in debt to those who save our lives and we as citizens must repay that debt by supporting them.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ As a precaution , Romsey Fire Station has been temporarily closed due to a small number of firefighters testing positive for COVID-19 .
Staff members from the station that do not test positive for COVID-19 will return to work shortly .
“ I ’ d like to praise the hard work and dedication of our staff during these challenging times . ''

Due to a number of firefighters testing positive for Covid-19, Romsey Fire Station was temporarily closed.
But firefighters who have not been affected are planning to return to the station on Alma Road shortly and begin attending emergencies again.
While a “deep clean and wider testing” is carried out, fire chiefs are urging firefighters and the public to stick to social distancing guidelines.
Romsey Fire Station
Brigade Secretary of Fire Brigades Union Gary Jackson said he is concerned about the ripple effect of the outbreak.
He said: “There has been a spike in numbers in Romsey. I have no concerns about the emergency response as we have got measures in place to deal with these contingencies.
“All it really goes to show is people, including our own staff, need to carry on being vigilant in social distancing in similar measures to prevent these spikes.
“My concern is for the ripple effect – the families of firefighters and consequential contamination. We need to think about limiting exposures for different groups.”
While a councillor has told residents that the town will be kept safe during emergencies.
Councillor Nik Daas, Borough Councillor for Romsey Abbey, said: “This is devastating news. I wish all the firefighters involved the speediest of recoveries.
“I also want to reassure residents that Hampshire Fire and Rescue have taken the necessary action to ensure Romsey will be covered, if fire services are required.
“We are forever in debt to those who save our lives and we as citizens must repay that debt by supporting them.”
Assistant Director of Operations Kevin Evenett said: “As a precaution, Romsey Fire Station has been temporarily closed due to a small number of firefighters testing positive for COVID-19. Staff members from the station that do not test positive for COVID-19 will return to work shortly.
“I’d like to praise the hard work and dedication of our staff during these challenging times."


thedailyecho--2020-05-21--Xelabus services to resume with hand wash and protective screens

RESIDENTS can look forward to the return of bus services across Southampton and the surrounding areas .
It comes as Xelabus plans to resume some of its services from next month .
According to Gareth Blair , the managing director of the Eastleigh-based company all buses will be kitted out with hand cleaning dispensers and driver protection screens will be installed .
There will be posters telling passengers how to maintain social distancing measures while using buses and waiting at bus stops .
Passengers are being urged to pay for their fares by contactless payment to stop the spread of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ partial relaxation of the government ’ s guidelines .
From Monday , June 8 it will restart the X4 Hedge End to Eastleigh bus service on a Saturday service timetable .
The free ASDA Fareham and Tesco Winchester customer bus services will also be reintroduced .
From Monday , June 22 the Xelabus X6 , X7 , X9 and X10 will return on a Saturday timetable .
The X6/X7 will be extended to serve the Hiltingbury area with a special timetable yet to be announced .
From Monday , July 6 the X11 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bitterne Hoppa , X12 , X15 and X17 will hit the road again .
Xelabus suspended services in March following Government guidelines to stay at home during the coronavirus crisis .
Mr Blair said : “ We didn ’ t take the decision to suspend bus services lightly , but our workforce take priority at our company and we felt it was safer for them and their families .
`` We have spoken to many of our passengers who have supported us in our decision to stop bus services to also discourage travel @ @ @ @ @

It comes as Xelabus plans to resume some of its services from next month.
According to Gareth Blair, the managing director of the Eastleigh-based company all buses will be kitted out with hand cleaning dispensers and driver protection screens will be installed.
There will be posters telling passengers how to maintain social distancing measures while using buses and waiting at bus stops.
Passengers are being urged to pay for their fares by contactless payment to stop the spread of Covid-19
Xelabus will be restarting services following partial relaxation of the government’s guidelines.
From Monday, June 8 it will restart the X4 Hedge End to Eastleigh bus service on a Saturday service timetable.
The free ASDA Fareham and Tesco Winchester customer bus services will also be reintroduced.
From Monday, June 22 the Xelabus X6, X7, X9 and X10 will return on a Saturday timetable.
The X6/X7 will be extended to serve the Hiltingbury area with a special timetable yet to be announced.
From Monday, July 6 the X11 from Lordshill to Southampton City Centre, Bitterne Hoppa, X12, X15 and X17 will hit the road again.
Xelabus suspended services in March following Government guidelines to stay at home during the coronavirus crisis.
Mr Blair said: “We didn’t take the decision to suspend bus services lightly, but our workforce take priority at our company and we felt it was safer for them and their families.
"We have spoken to many of our passengers who have supported us in our decision to stop bus services to also discourage travel and stay at home.


thedailyecho--2020-05-21--Coronavirus delays plans to merge Southampton City College and Itchen College

THE merger of two Southampton colleges is to be delayed due to the pandemic .
Southampton City College and Itchen Sixth Form College , in Middle Road , Bitterne are now set to merge in summer 2021 , it has been revealed .
The move would affect more than 6,000 students .
The news comes as the public was expected to be consulted on the proposals this spring with a merger planned for later this year .
But the plans have been pushed back due to the coronavirus outbreak .
Sarah Stannard , principal at Southampton City College , in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Both colleges are committed to merging but have had to prioritise responding to the outbreak .
“ City College and Itchen College are now planning for a merger in the summer of 2021 .
“ A consultation on this would start no later than four months before the merger .
But could take place sooner .
“ Timing of the consultation will depend on progress and on the impact of coronavirus and on how soon daily life returns to a more normal position.
” As previously reported , earlier this year City College @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bosses on finding a solution “ to inadequate financial health ” .
But Ms Stannard has now confirmed that the college ’ s financial position this academic year is secure and stressed that the Department for Education ( DfE ) is providing financial support and `` understands what is required to achieve the completion of a sustainable further education solution for Southampton '' .
She added : “ Covid-19 has had a small negative impact on our income but we can manage this .
“ We are very fortunate that we are not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ educational institutions are.
” Alex Scott , principal at Itchen College , also confirmed that plans for the merger are ongoing.Itchen and its governors remain committed to developing the proposal to secure educational choice in the city . ''
As reported , plans for a merger of the two colleges with Richard Taunton Sixth Form were unveiled last year .
When asked when a merger of the three colleges would happen Liz Lee , head of college at Richard Taunton , said : `` We look forward to working closely with the new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ come a time when this can be best achieved by Richard Taunton joining the new college but there are no active plans for that being considered currently . ''
Southampton Itchen MP Royston Smith said : '' We have had too many false starts and I am optimistic that we will this time see a merger through to conclusion . ''
A DfE spokesperson said the government will continue to work to `` achieve a sustainable solution for Further Education in the city.
” Cllr Darren Paffey , Cabinet Member for Aspiration , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Council , said : “ The council is supportive of the merger and we ’ ll continue working with both colleges and national government to help bring the plans to fruition . ''

Southampton City College and Itchen Sixth Form College, in Middle Road, Bitterne are now set to merge in summer 2021, it has been revealed.
The move would affect more than 6,000 students.
The news comes as the public was expected to be consulted on the proposals this spring with a merger planned for later this year.
But the plans have been pushed back due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Sarah Stannard, principal at Southampton City College, in St Mary Street, said: “Both colleges are committed to merging but have had to prioritise responding to the outbreak.
“City College and Itchen College are now planning for a merger in the summer of 2021.
“A consultation on this would start no later than four months before the merger. But could take place sooner.
“Timing of the consultation will depend on progress and on the impact of coronavirus and on how soon daily life returns to a more normal position.”
As previously reported, earlier this year City College, was asked to work with education bosses on finding a solution “to inadequate financial health”.
But Ms Stannard has now confirmed that the college’s financial position this academic year is secure and stressed that the Department for Education (DfE) is providing financial support and "understands what is required to achieve the completion of a sustainable further education solution for Southampton".
She added: “Covid-19 has had a small negative impact on our income but we can manage this.
“We are very fortunate that we are not suffering the big falls in income some educational institutions are.”
Alex Scott, principal at Itchen College, also confirmed that plans for the merger are ongoing.Itchen and its governors remain committed to developing the proposal to secure educational choice in the city."
As reported, plans for a merger of the two colleges with Richard Taunton Sixth Form were unveiled last year.
When asked when a merger of the three colleges would happen Liz Lee, head of college at Richard Taunton, said: "We look forward to working closely with the new college to better serve young people.There may come a time when this can be best achieved by Richard Taunton joining the new college but there are no active plans for that being considered currently." Southampton Itchen MP Royston Smith said:"We have had too many false starts and I am optimistic that we will this time see a merger through to conclusion."
A DfE spokesperson said the government will continue to work to "achieve a sustainable solution for Further Education in the city.”
Cllr Darren Paffey, Cabinet Member for Aspiration, Children and Lifelong Learning at Southampton City Council, said: “The council is supportive of the merger and we’ll continue working with both colleges and national government to help bring the plans to fruition."


thedailyecho--2020-05-21--Jon Tarrant-Heckford, 12, watches around 130 vehicles drive past his Ringwood home

IT WAS the moment a town came together to help a terminally-ill boy celebrate the birthday his parents feared he would never see .
Jon Tarrant-Heckford watched as around 130 vehicles took part in a carnival-style procession went past his home in Southampton Road , Ringwood .
Waitrose delivered a chocolate cake and Spiderman Happy Birthday from the other side of the street as everyone observed social distancing rules .
Jon 's mother Lorraine , 53 , said : `` Jon was smiling from ear to ear , he was jumping in his wheelchair and his arms were going - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
Jon was diagnosed with an incurable metabolic disorder , Sanfilippo syndrome , just before his fourth birthday .
The condition prevents a child 's body from breaking down certain sugars , resulting in serious damage to the brain and nervous system .
Doctors at Great Ormond Street Hospital in London warned Jon 's parents that he was unlikely to reach his teenage years .
The procession was staged after Lorraine got in touch with one of her old schoolfriends , Jim Stride , who runs the Ringwood Facebook group .
She @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of his condition but is allowed to go into the garden and loves to watch the traffic .
`` I did n't think we 'd be able to celebrate Jon 's birthday because of the Covid-19 situation but Jim managed to organise a drive-by .
`` I ca n't believe there were so many cars .
It was absolutely out of this world - I ca n't thank Jim enough . ''
`` Jon is in quite good health at the moment .
He 's lost his ability to speak and walking has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and has the most amazing smile .
`` He loves people and has brought so much fun and joy into he world . ''
Mr Stride added : `` I had a message from Lorraine asking me if I could make a dream come true .
I only had three weeks ' notice but promoted my plans quite heavily and received a lot of support .
`` The atmosphere as we prepared to stage the drive-by was truly , truly wonderful .
`` About 130 vehicles took part , including classic Minis , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cars .
It was quite a spectacle - almost like a carnival . ''
People have taken to social media to praise the event , saying it highlighted the excellent community spirit which exists in Ringwood .
One woman posted : `` That 's why I moved here in 1962 and have no intention of leaving . ''

Jon Tarrant-Heckford watched as around 130 vehicles took part in a carnival-style procession went past his home in Southampton Road, Ringwood.
Waitrose delivered a chocolate cake and Spiderman Happy Birthday from the other side of the street as everyone observed social distancing rules.
Jon's mother Lorraine, 53, said: "Jon was smiling from ear to ear, he was jumping in his wheelchair and his arms were going - he was just so, so happy."
Jon was diagnosed with an incurable metabolic disorder, Sanfilippo syndrome, just before his fourth birthday.
The condition prevents a child's body from breaking down certain sugars, resulting in serious damage to the brain and nervous system.
Doctors at Great Ormond Street Hospital in London warned Jon's parents that he was unlikely to reach his teenage years.
The procession was staged after Lorraine got in touch with one of her old schoolfriends, Jim Stride, who runs the Ringwood Facebook group.
She said: "Jon is shielding because of his condition but is allowed to go into the garden and loves to watch the traffic.
"I didn't think we'd be able to celebrate Jon's birthday because of the Covid-19 situation but Jim managed to organise a drive-by.
"I can't believe there were so many cars. It was absolutely out of this world - I can't thank Jim enough."
"Jon is in quite good health at the moment. He's lost his ability to speak and walking has got very hard but he loves life and has the most amazing smile.
"He loves people and has brought so much fun and joy into he world."
Mr Stride added: "I had a message from Lorraine asking me if I could make a dream come true. I only had three weeks' notice but promoted my plans quite heavily and received a lot of support.
"The atmosphere as we prepared to stage the drive-by was truly, truly wonderful.
"About 130 vehicles took part, including classic Minis, wartime Jeeps and all sorts of sports cars. It was quite a spectacle - almost like a carnival."
People have taken to social media to praise the event, saying it highlighted the excellent community spirit which exists in Ringwood.
One woman posted: "That's why I moved here in 1962 and have no intention of leaving."


thedailyecho--2020-05-21--Boy arrested by armed police in Southampton firearms raid

A 13-YEAR-OLD boy has been arrested by armed police following a firearms raid .
`` Around 20 '' police officers @ @ @ @ @ riot gear stormed an address in Landguard Road .
Two teens were dragged from a @ @ @ @ @ Wednesday .
After being pinned to the ground and handcuffed a 13-year-old boy and a @ @ @ @ @ suspicion of possessing a firearm .
It came after emergency services received reports of a @ @ @ @ @ around 2.30pm yesterday .
Residents reported being scared and shocked as officers rushed to the @ @ @ @ @ ordered to go inside ” while a woman who wished to remain unnamed said how @ @ @ @ @ the house .
However , it was later revealed the firearm was believed to be @ @ @ @ @ teenagers have since been released under investigation .
Anyone with any information or who witnessed @ @ @ @ @ contact police on 101 or to call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .
• @ @ @ @ @ in day of chaos in Southampton and Eastleigh

"Around 20" police officers, some armed and wearing riot gear stormed an address in Landguard Road.
Two teens were dragged from a house at around 2.30pm on Wednesday.
After being pinned to the ground and handcuffed a 13-year-old boy and a 19-year-old man were arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm.
It came after emergency services received reports of a man carrying a gun at around 2.30pm yesterday.
Residents reported being scared and shocked as officers rushed to the scene.
They were “ordered to go inside” while a woman who wished to remain unnamed said how police aimed their guns at the house.
However, it was later revealed the firearm was believed to be a BB gun.
Both teenagers have since been released under investigation.
Police say enquiries are ongoing.
Anyone with any information or who witnessed the incident is urged to contact police on 101 or to call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-05-21--Body found in search for Louise Smith from Havant

A BODY has been found during the search for a missing teenage girl .
Officers searching for missing 16-year-old Louise Smith have found a body in the Havant area .
Police say that formal identification has not yet taken place .
However , Louise ’ s family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers .
Police are treating the death as suspicious , and are continuing to investigate the circumstances .
Detective Chief Superintendent Scott Mackechnie said : “ Today officers located a body in an area of woodland in Havant Thicket .
“ We know that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ upsetting for the community , so I want to reassure you that we will be working around the clock to establish what has happened .
“ We will endeavour to provide you with further updates as soon as we can , but in the meantime , we ’ re asking the community not to speculate on the circumstances , and instead provide all information to the police in the first instance , as this is crucial to help our enquiries .
“ Thank you to everyone in the community who has offered their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with this investigation.
” Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101 , quoting 44200163113 , or to contact the Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

Officers searching for missing 16-year-old Louise Smith have found a body in the Havant area.
Police say that formal identification has not yet taken place.
However, Louise’s family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
Police are treating the death as suspicious, and are continuing to investigate the circumstances.
Detective Chief Superintendent Scott Mackechnie said: “Today officers located a body in an area of woodland in Havant Thicket.
“We know that news of this discovery will be very upsetting for the community, so I want to reassure you that we will be working around the clock to establish what has happened.
“We will endeavour to provide you with further updates as soon as we can, but in the meantime, we’re asking the community not to speculate on the circumstances, and instead provide all information to the police in the first instance, as this is crucial to help our enquiries.
“Thank you to everyone in the community who has offered their support so far and has assisted us with this investigation.”
Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101, quoting 44200163113, or to contact the Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-05-21--Coronavirus: 15 more deaths recorded in Hampshire in 48 hours

A FURTHER 15 people who tested positive for coronavirus have died in Hampshire in two days .
Figures released by @ @ @ @ @ that a further 15 death in Hampshire have been recorded bringing the total up to @ @ @ @ @ the total number of patients who have died after testing positive for coronavirus is 177 @ @ @ @ @ in 48 hours .
While at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust there have been 151 @ @ @ @ @ in deaths .
At Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust , 221 have died due to @ @ @ @ @ in 48 hours .
Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust has recorded 17 patient deaths , @ @ @ @ @ .
Meanwhile , Solent NHS Trust which runs mental health and community services and community @ @ @ @ @ has reported two Covid-19 deaths .

Figures released by the NHS today have revealed that a further 15 death in Hampshire have been recorded bringing the total up to 568.
The figures cover University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS), Solent NHS Trust, Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
At UHS, the total number of patients who have died after testing positive for coronavirus is 177, a rise of seven in 48 hours.
While at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust there have been 151 deaths, with no increase in deaths.
At Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, 221 have died due to coronavirus, up by eight in 48 hours.
Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust has recorded 17 patient deaths, with no new recorded deaths.
Meanwhile, Solent NHS Trust which runs mental health and community services and community hospitals in Southampton and Portsmouth has reported two Covid-19 deaths.


thedailyecho--2020-05-21--Man banned from Union Road, Southampton

Man banned from Union Road, Southampton

A 21-YEAR-old man has been banned from visiting a Southampton residential road .
Robert Cornel Dana , of an unknown @ @ @ @ @ domestic violence protection order for 28 days .
This means Dana is banned from having @ @ @ @ @ a specified person , using or threatening violence towards them , harassing the person , @ @ @ @ @ Southampton .
The order will last until June 14 , and he will also be @ @ @ @ @ .

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thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Southampton University and hospital trial Covid-19 vaccine

THE SEARCH has been launched for hundreds of volunteers to take part in the next stage of a coronavirus vaccine trial in Southampton .
City scientists want more than 600 people from acrosss the area to take part in the process .
It comes after the initial trial of the drug , which also involved volunteers from the city , went well , say those leading the programme .
The trial is one of four across the world hunting a vaccine for Covid-19 which has already killed 35,000 people across the UK .
Researchers at University Hospital Southampton ( UHS @ @ @ @ @ @ @ begun recruiting new volunteers for the next two phases in human trials of a vaccine pioneered in the UK which could protect against COVID-19 .
Work on the vaccine , developed by clinical teams at the University of Oxford ’ s Jenner Institute and Oxford Vaccine Group , began in January .
Originally , the phase one trial in Southampton involved 160 healthy volunteers aged between 18 and 55 .
• 15,000 ring 111 in Southampton to say they have coronavirus For phases two and three , part of the study involves increasing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 10,260 people across a number of partner institutions across the UK , whilst expanding the age range of those in which the vaccine will be assessed to include older adults and children .
Southampton researchers are now seeking to recruit up to 620 new volunteers in the following categories : • Initially 250 people aged 18-55 , who come into contact or possible contact with COVID patients as part of their work including , but not limited to , all care home staff , ( nurses , care assistants , cleaners etc @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and cleaners/catering staff who go into frontline areas , dentists , GPs and GP surgery staff , including nurses ; • A further otherwise healthy group of 250 people over 55 , including over 70s .
For these groups , in phase two , researchers will assess the immune response to the vaccine in people of different ages , to find out if there is variation in how well the immune system responds in older people or children .
• 15 more deaths recorded in Hampshire in 48 hours The phase three part @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the vaccine works in a large number of people over 18 .
This group will assess how well the vaccine works to prevent people from being infected and unwell with COVID-19 .
“ The early stages of the phase I trial have gone very well and we ’ re grateful for the many volunteers from Southampton who have come forward to help us assess the safety of the new vaccine and if healthy people can be protected from COVID-19 , ” said Professor Saul Faust , pictured below , Professor of Paediatric Immunology @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southampton and Director of the NIHR Southampton Clinical Research Facility at UHS .
“ We would now very much like to invite people from the Southampton area whose work brings them into possible contact with COVID patients or who are healthy and in the older age groups to take part in the next stage of trials of this Oxford COVID vaccine , ” Professor Faust continued .
• Trial for vaccine against Covid-19 start in Southampton “ This is one of only four vaccine trials underway worldwide and could pave the way for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year.
” Adult participants in both the phase II and phase III groups will be randomised to receive one or two doses of either the ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 vaccine or a licensed vaccine ( MenACWY ) that will be used as a ‘ control ’ for comparison .
ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 is made from a weakened version of a common cold virus ( adenovirus ) from chimpanzees that has been genetically changed so that it is impossible for it to grow in humans .
This has been combined with genes that make proteins from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ glycoprotein which play an essential role in the infection pathway of the SARS-CoV-2 virus .
• There should be no delay in Covid-19 treatment after trials Half of volunteers in the study will receive either the COVID-19 vaccine and the other half will be given a licensed ‘ control ’ vaccine against meningitis and sepsis ( the conjugate MenACWY vaccine ) as comparison .
Production of the vaccine has already been scaled up pre-trial to prepare as early as possible for potential future deployment .
“ Those joining the trial will be playing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for a vaccine that protects us all , ” Professor Faust said .
To find out more about the study and how to take part , visit https : //covid19vaccinetrial.co.uk/volunteer .
Visit https : //covid19vaccinetrial.co.uk/volunteer for further information and to sign-up to volunteer .

City scientists want more than 600 people from acrosss the area to take part in the process.
It comes after the initial trial of the drug, which also involved volunteers from the city, went well, say those leading the programme.
The trial is one of four across the world hunting a vaccine for Covid-19 which has already killed 35,000 people across the UK.
Researchers at University Hospital Southampton (UHS) and the University of Southampton have begun recruiting new volunteers for the next two phases in human trials of a vaccine pioneered in the UK which could protect against COVID-19.
Work on the vaccine, developed by clinical teams at the University of Oxford’s Jenner Institute and Oxford Vaccine Group, began in January.
Originally, the phase one trial in Southampton involved 160 healthy volunteers aged between 18 and 55.
For phases two and three, part of the study involves increasing the number of people involved to up to 10,260 people across a number of partner institutions across the UK, whilst expanding the age range of those in which the vaccine will be assessed to include older adults and children.
Southampton researchers are now seeking to recruit up to 620 new volunteers in the following categories:
Initially 250 people aged 18-55, who come into contact or possible contact with COVID patients as part of their work including, but not limited to, all care home staff, (nurses, care assistants, cleaners etc), paramedics, frontline hospital staff and cleaners/catering staff who go into frontline areas, dentists, GPs and GP surgery staff, including nurses;
120 otherwise healthy people over 70;
A further otherwise healthy group of 250 people over 55, including over 70s.
For these groups, in phase two, researchers will assess the immune response to the vaccine in people of different ages, to find out if there is variation in how well the immune system responds in older people or children.
The phase three part of the study will involve assessing how the vaccine works in a large number of people over 18.
This group will assess how well the vaccine works to prevent people from being infected and unwell with COVID-19.
“The early stages of the phase I trial have gone very well and we’re grateful for the many volunteers from Southampton who have come forward to help us assess the safety of the new vaccine and if healthy people can be protected from COVID-19,” said Professor Saul Faust, pictured below, Professor of Paediatric Immunology and Infectious Diseases at the University of Southampton and Director of the NIHR Southampton Clinical Research Facility at UHS.
“We would now very much like to invite people from the Southampton area whose work brings them into possible contact with COVID patients or who are healthy and in the older age groups to take part in the next stage of trials of this Oxford COVID vaccine,” Professor Faust continued.
“This is one of only four vaccine trials underway worldwide and could pave the way for a vaccine to be delivered later this year.”
Adult participants in both the phase II and phase III groups will be randomised to receive one or two doses of either the ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 vaccine or a licensed vaccine (MenACWY) that will be used as a ‘control’ for comparison.
ChAdOx1 nCoV-19 is made from a weakened version of a common cold virus (adenovirus) from chimpanzees that has been genetically changed so that it is impossible for it to grow in humans.
This has been combined with genes that make proteins from the COVID-19 virus (SARS-CoV-2) called spike glycoprotein which play an essential role in the infection pathway of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
Half of volunteers in the study will receive either the COVID-19 vaccine and the other half will be given a licensed ‘control’ vaccine against meningitis and sepsis (the conjugate MenACWY vaccine) as comparison.
Production of the vaccine has already been scaled up pre-trial to prepare as early as possible for potential future deployment.
“Those joining the trial will be playing a critical role in the global search for a vaccine that protects us all,” Professor Faust said.
To find out more about the study and how to take part, visit https://covid19vaccinetrial.co.uk/volunteer.
Visit https://covid19vaccinetrial.co.uk/volunteer for further information and to sign-up to volunteer.


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Body found in search for missing Havant teenager Louise Smith

A police investigation has been launched after the body of a young girl was found in Hampshire woodland .
Police say they are treating the death of 16-year-old Louise Smith as suspicious .
The discovery of a teenager 's body in the Havant area comes after she had gone missing earlier this month .
Police say that formal identification has not yet taken place .
However , Louise ’ s family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers .
Police are treating the death as suspicious , and are continuing to investigate the circumstances .
Before she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ midday on Friday , May 8 , in Somborne Drive , Havant .
Detective Chief Superintendent Scott Mackechnie said : “ Today officers located a body in an area of woodland in Havant Thicket .
“ We know that news of this discovery will be very upsetting for the community , so I want to reassure you that we will be working around the clock to establish what has happened .
“ We will endeavour to provide you with further updates as soon as we can , but in the meantime , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ speculate on the circumstances , and instead provide all information to the police in the first instance , as this is crucial to help our enquiries .
“ Thank you to everyone in the community who has offered their support so far and has assisted us with this investigation.
” Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101 , quoting 44200163113 , or to contact the Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

Police say they are treating the death of 16-year-old Louise Smith as suspicious.
The discovery of a teenager's body in the Havant area comes after she had gone missing earlier this month.
Police say that formal identification has not yet taken place.
However, Louise’s family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
Police are treating the death as suspicious, and are continuing to investigate the circumstances.
Before she vanished Louise was last seen at about midday on Friday, May 8, in Somborne Drive, Havant.
Detective Chief Superintendent Scott Mackechnie said: “Today officers located a body in an area of woodland in Havant Thicket.
“We know that news of this discovery will be very upsetting for the community, so I want to reassure you that we will be working around the clock to establish what has happened.
“We will endeavour to provide you with further updates as soon as we can, but in the meantime, we’re asking the community not to speculate on the circumstances, and instead provide all information to the police in the first instance, as this is crucial to help our enquiries.
“Thank you to everyone in the community who has offered their support so far and has assisted us with this investigation.”
Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101, quoting 44200163113, or to contact the Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Southampton teen faces no further action following car pile-up and helicopter manhunt

A TEENAGER who was arrested following a car pile-up and helicopter manhunt will face no further action .
An 18-year-old man has been released by police and faces no further action .
It comes after a white Jaguar sped across Shirley after failing to stop for police on Romsey Road .
• Armed police and a helicopter used in manhunts after day of chaos in Southampton and Eastleigh It then crashed into a car on St James Road at around 10pm on Tuesday .
Travelling `` very fast '' it span out of control and ploughed into at least four @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to have fled the scene .
Meanwhile , two of his male passengers were rushed to hospital with one suffering serious injuries .
A manhunt was launched with a police helicopter circling above the city for much of the night .
An armed response unit then raided a home in Imperial Avenue in the early hours of Wednesday morning .
An 18-year-old man was later arrested under suspicion of failing to stop for police .
However , according to police , there was insufficient evidence to charge him .
• Teenage driver bundled @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cars' A police spokesperson said : `` An 18-year-old man has been released and no further action will be taken against him .
`` There was insufficient evidence to charge him . ''

An 18-year-old man has been released by police and faces no further action.
It comes after a white Jaguar sped across Shirley after failing to stop for police on Romsey Road.
It then crashed into a car on St James Road at around 10pm on Tuesday.
Travelling "very fast" it span out of control and ploughed into at least four parked cars.
The driver is said to have fled the scene.
Meanwhile, two of his male passengers were rushed to hospital with one suffering serious injuries.
A manhunt was launched with a police helicopter circling above the city for much of the night.
An armed response unit then raided a home in Imperial Avenue in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
An 18-year-old man was later arrested under suspicion of failing to stop for police.
However, according to police, there was insufficient evidence to charge him.
A police spokesperson said: "An 18-year-old man has been released and no further action will be taken against him.
"There was insufficient evidence to charge him."


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--New Forest fire risk rated 'severe' as area braces itself for bank holiday invasion

THE New Forest is on red alert amid fears it could be hit by a devastating fire as visitor numbers surge .
Barbecues have been banned and an urgent safety warning has been issued .
There are also fears that too many cars parked on verges will block any fire engines trying to get to any blaze that breaks out .
It comes ahead of the bank holiday weekend , which is expected to see a huge influx of tourists following the easing of the lockdown , and a huge forest fire in Wareham , Dorset , earlier this week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Rescue Service group manager for the New Forest , said : “ We urge the public to do their bit in helping us to prevent devastating wildfires .
“ We want to avoid incidents of this kind at all costs , to protect our community , precious nature sites and wildlife .
“ The huge wild fire in Wareham Forest recently involved hundreds of firefighters , taking up precious resources on an incident that could have so easily been prevented .
“ Avoiding strains such as this on resources means this valuable time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ community during these challenging times.
” A “ severe ” fire warning is currently in force and barbecues in the open have been banned as part of a strategy to prevent blazes breaking out .
This week more than 150 firefighters tackled a massive blaze which engulfed 470 acres of heathland at Wareham Forest in Dorset .
The National Park Authority ( NPA ) is warning that a similar incident could occur in the New Forest .
Highlighting the scale of the threat a Forestry England spokesman said the organisation had closed all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ across the district .
He added : `` Despite this staff have reported a steady increase in the number of people using BBQs or lighting campfires on Forestry England land .
`` In the New Forest alone , over the last week , rangers have spoken to hundreds of people and extinguished many BBQs . ''
David Harrison , a member of the district council and the NPA , described the Forest as `` tinder dry '' .
He added : `` There 's a high expectation of lots of visitors in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we all hope they will behave responsibly .
The Forest is very special - it is n't a place where 'anything goes ' . ''
Visitors are being urged to follow the New Forest Code , which covers parking , cycling and dog walking - plus the dangers of lighting camp fires .
At least seven forest fires have broken out in recent weeks , including one which sent flames shooting 40ft into the air .
A Forestry England spokesman said : `` Due to the sustained dry weather the risk of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The devastating fire at Wareham Forest has shown just how real that risk is .
`` Now , perhaps more than ever , we all need our outdoor spaces .
`` We need the public 's help to protect these precious places and ensure everyone can enjoy them safely .
If you 're planning to visit the Forest please do not use fire of any kind . ''
People parking on grass verges and blocking emergency access gates is also causing concern .
A police spokesman said : `` With car parks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for selfish parking , which endangers lives and prevents access for emergency service vehicles . ''
Cllr Alison Hoare , the council ’ s cabinet member for the environment , added : `` We would ask people to use common sense and treat the area with respect .
”

Barbecues have been banned and an urgent safety warning has been issued.
There are also fears that too many cars parked on verges will block any fire engines trying to get to any blaze that breaks out.
It comes ahead of the bank holiday weekend, which is expected to see a huge influx of tourists following the easing of the lockdown, and a huge forest fire in Wareham, Dorset, earlier this week.
Steve Ash, Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service group manager for the New Forest, said: “We urge the public to do their bit in helping us to prevent devastating wildfires.
“We want to avoid incidents of this kind at all costs, to protect our community, precious nature sites and wildlife.
“The huge wild fire in Wareham Forest recently involved hundreds of firefighters, taking up precious resources on an incident that could have so easily been prevented.
“Avoiding strains such as this on resources means this valuable time can be spent supporting and protecting our community during these challenging times.”
A “severe” fire warning is currently in force and barbecues in the open have been banned as part of a strategy to prevent blazes breaking out.
This week more than 150 firefighters tackled a massive blaze which engulfed 470 acres of heathland at Wareham Forest in Dorset.
The National Park Authority (NPA) is warning that a similar incident could occur in the New Forest.
Highlighting the scale of the threat a Forestry England spokesman said the organisation had closed all the barbecue facilities at popular visitor sites across the district.
He added: "Despite this staff have reported a steady increase in the number of people using BBQs or lighting campfires on Forestry England land.
"In the New Forest alone, over the last week, rangers have spoken to hundreds of people and extinguished many BBQs."
David Harrison, a member of the district council and the NPA, described the Forest as "tinder dry".
He added: "There's a high expectation of lots of visitors in the New Forest over the bank holiday weekend and we all hope they will behave responsibly. The Forest is very special - it isn't a place where 'anything goes'."
Visitors are being urged to follow the New Forest Code, which covers parking, cycling and dog walking - plus the dangers of lighting camp fires.
At least seven forest fires have broken out in recent weeks, including one which sent flames shooting 40ft into the air.
A Forestry England spokesman said: "Due to the sustained dry weather the risk of fires in our forests is extremely high. The devastating fire at Wareham Forest has shown just how real that risk is.
"Now, perhaps more than ever, we all need our outdoor spaces.
"We need the public's help to protect these precious places and ensure everyone can enjoy them safely. If you're planning to visit the Forest please do not use fire of any kind."
People parking on grass verges and blocking emergency access gates is also causing concern.
A police spokesman said: "With car parks now open there's absolutely no need for selfish parking, which endangers lives and prevents access for emergency service vehicles."
Cllr Alison Hoare, the council’s cabinet member for the environment, added: "We would ask people to use common sense and treat the area with respect.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Woman crashes Toyota into a tree on the A338 near Ringwood

A WOMAN has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after crashing her car into a tree .
Police , @ @ @ @ @ called to the A338 Salisbury Road , north of Ringwood , at 2.34am on Friday @ @ @ @ @ a Toyota Corolla had collided with a tree .
A fire crew from Ringwood attended @ @ @ @ @ following reports a woman was trapped in the vehicle .
A Hampshire Constabulary spokeswoman said @ @ @ @ @ at 2.34am this on Friday , May 22 , to reports of a collision on @ @ @ @ @ after a Toyota Corolla had collided with a tree .
`` The driver , a @ @ @ @ @ was arrested on suspicion of drink driving .
She was taken to hospital to be @ @ @ @ @ witnessed the collision or anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Hampshire @ @ @ @ @ reference number 44200181407 .

Police, fire and ambulance services were called to the A338 Salisbury Road, north of Ringwood, at 2.34am on Friday, May 22, after a Toyota Corolla had collided with a tree.
A fire crew from Ringwood attended the scene near Mockbeggar Lane following reports a woman was trapped in the vehicle.
A Hampshire Constabulary spokeswoman said: "We were called at 2.34am this on Friday, May 22, to reports of a collision on the A338, Ringwood, after a Toyota Corolla had collided with a tree.
"The driver, a 52-year-old woman from Ringwood, was arrested on suspicion of drink driving. She was taken to hospital to be treated."
Anyone who witnessed the collision or anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Hampshire Constabulary on 101, quoting reference number 44200181407.


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Female driver released under investigation after 'smashing up ten cars' in Eastleigh

A 28-YEAR-OLD woman has been released under investigation after she reportedly smashed up at least ten cars including her own @ @ @ @ @ of `` carnage '' on Tuesday afternoon .
One witness said how a woman driving @ @ @ @ @ into Arnold Road chased by two police cars .
• Armed police and helicopter used @ @ @ @ @ chaos in Southampton and Eastleigh The driver is said to have ploughed into parked cars @ @ @ @ @ writing-off multiple vehicles .
She was finally stopped when a man lunged through her window @ @ @ @ @ the ignition .
The woman was later arrested on suspicion of failing to stop for @ @ @ @ @ driving whilst unfit , failing to provide a specimen , and four offences of assaulting @ @ @ @ @ to police , a 28-year-old woman has since been released but remains under investigation .
@ @ @ @ @ police car after 'smashing up ten cars '

Eastleigh residents described scenes of "carnage" on Tuesday afternoon.
One witness said how a woman driving a red Ford Fiesta swerved into Arnold Road chased by two police cars.
The driver is said to have ploughed into parked cars either side of the road writing-off multiple vehicles.
She was finally stopped when a man lunged through her window and snatched her keys from the ignition.
The woman was later arrested on suspicion of failing to stop for police, dangerous driving, driving whilst unfit, failing to provide a specimen, and four offences of assaulting an emergency worker.
According to police, a 28-year-old woman has since been released but remains under investigation.


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Mercedes car crash at Rownhams Lane sparks Test Valley Borough Councillor to speak out

A COMMUNITY leader is urging county chiefs to improve a junction near Romsey following a two-car crash at the weekend .
Now cllr Alan Dowden , who represents Valley Park on Test Valley Borough Council , claims Rownhams Lane which meets Botley Road , North Baddesley , needs to be changed `` as soon as possible '' after two Mercedes collided on Saturday - the second accident in eight months .
This comes after Mountbatten School pupil , Jack Dickson , was left battered and bruised after he was knocked off his bike when a woman drove from Botley Road @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , a Hampshire County Councillor has claimed they will see if any `` interventions '' could be put in place to `` reduce casualties and improve road safety '' at the junction .
Cllr Dowden said : `` There were police cars and an ambulance there on Saturday afternoon , where the lamppost had been knocked off by someone .
`` This is an area I have been lobbying about as something needs to be done , even if they highlighted the junction more or slowed traffic down coming onto Botley Road , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there .
`` It is awful and my concern has always been with the number of children who use this junction , particularly the ones who go to Mountbatten School . ''
He added : `` I was previously told by Hampshire County Council ( HCC ) they would send the highways team to the junction to look at it , but I have had no reports back on it .
`` The truth is they have not got the money because of austerity and they have said they would only make improvements @ @ @ @ @ @ @ junction .
`` A lot of people shoot through the road going over 40 mph knowing nothing about North Baddesley as if it is normal and , quite frankly , someone must be able to come up with a solution to make it safer . ''
Cllr Alan Warnes , who represents North Baddesley on the borough council , added : `` When I was on my two mile walk I saw one of the cars was totally smashed in and the lamppost was at a 45 degree angle . ''
Deputy leader @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , transport and environment , cllr Rob Humby , said : “ I ’ m sorry to hear of this incident and hope that those involved in this collision recover quickly .
`` Safety comes first , and we prioritise our resources where there is evidence that installing measures will bring about improvements , while taking into consideration numbers of pedestrians , traffic volumes and suitability of sites .
“ We regularly analyse injury accident data to determine what interventions could be introduced to reduce the number of people injured on our roads @ @ @ @ @ @ @ police for details of this incident and , together , with a study of the injury accident record for this area , will consider if any interventions could be put in place that would reduce casualties and improve road safety . ''
He added : `` Previous examination of the injury accident record for this location , which we have received from the police , showed that there were factors contributing to the recent collisions that were unrelated to the road layout.
” A spokesperson from Hampshire police said : `` We were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 16 , to reports of a collision on Rownhams Lane , North Baddesley , at the junction with Botley Road .
`` Two Mercedes collided and caused damage to a lamppost .
`` South Central Ambulance Service did attend , however no injuries were reported . ''
South Central Ambulance Service has been contacted for comment .

Now cllr Alan Dowden, who represents Valley Park on Test Valley Borough Council, claims Rownhams Lane which meets Botley Road, North Baddesley, needs to be changed "as soon as possible" after two Mercedes collided on Saturday - the second accident in eight months.
This comes after Mountbatten School pupil, Jack Dickson, was left battered and bruised after he was knocked off his bike when a woman drove from Botley Road into Rownhams Lane in September.
However, a Hampshire County Councillor has claimed they will see if any "interventions" could be put in place to "reduce casualties and improve road safety" at the junction.
Cllr Dowden said: "There were police cars and an ambulance there on Saturday afternoon, where the lamppost had been knocked off by someone.
"This is an area I have been lobbying about as something needs to be done, even if they highlighted the junction more or slowed traffic down coming onto Botley Road, because there have been so many accidents there.
"It is awful and my concern has always been with the number of children who use this junction, particularly the ones who go to Mountbatten School."
He added: "I was previously told by Hampshire County Council (HCC) they would send the highways team to the junction to look at it, but I have had no reports back on it.
"The truth is they have not got the money because of austerity and they have said they would only make improvements if there was a fatality at the junction.
"A lot of people shoot through the road going over 40 mph knowing nothing about North Baddesley as if it is normal and, quite frankly, someone must be able to come up with a solution to make it safer."
Cllr Alan Warnes, who represents North Baddesley on the borough council, added: "When I was on my two mile walk I saw one of the cars was totally smashed in and the lamppost was at a 45 degree angle."
Deputy leader of HCC and executive member for economy, transport and environment, cllr Rob Humby, said: “I’m sorry to hear of this incident and hope that those involved in this collision recover quickly.
"Safety comes first, and we prioritise our resources where there is evidence that installing measures will bring about improvements, while taking into consideration numbers of pedestrians, traffic volumes and suitability of sites.
“We regularly analyse injury accident data to determine what interventions could be introduced to reduce the number of people injured on our roads.
"We will be asking the police for details of this incident and, together, with a study of the injury accident record for this area, will consider if any interventions could be put in place that would reduce casualties and improve road safety."
He added: "Previous examination of the injury accident record for this location, which we have received from the police, showed that there were factors contributing to the recent collisions that were unrelated to the road layout.”
A spokesperson from Hampshire police said: "We were called at 2.53pm on Saturday, May 16, to reports of a collision on Rownhams Lane, North Baddesley, at the junction with Botley Road.
"Two Mercedes collided and caused damage to a lamppost.
"South Central Ambulance Service did attend, however no injuries were reported."
South Central Ambulance Service has been contacted for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Boy arrested by armed police in Southampton firearms raid


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Eastleigh shed burglaries: Man pleads guilty to charges

A MAN has pleaded guilty to a string of shed burglaries in Eastleigh .
Joshua Taylor , 23 , of no fixed abode , appeared before Southampton Magistrates Court on May 12 , after being charged with burglary with intent to steal , attempted burglary and going equipped for theft , following a series of incidents in Eastleigh and Fair Oak .
The 23-year-old pleaded guilty to stealing power tools from a shed in Witt Road , Eastleigh on Saturday May 9 , and on the same day attempting to break into sheds in Spring Close and Summerlands Road , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : `` Joshua Taylor , 23 , of no fixed abode , has since pleaded guilty to burglary , burglary with intent to steal , attempted burglary and going equipped for theft at Southampton Magistrates Court on May 12 .
`` Taylor pleaded guilty to stealing power tools from a shed in Witt Road , Eastleigh , in the early hours of Saturday 9 May , and at around the same time between 2.45am and 3.30am , attempting to break into sheds in Spring Close and Summerlands Road , Fair Oak .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ like to thank residents in Eastleigh and Fair Oak for coming forward , reporting these crimes to us and supporting our investigations .
Without your cooperation , we are not able to take action like this . ''
Taylor is being remanded in custody and is due to appear in front of Southampton Magistrates Court again on June 1 .

Joshua Taylor, 23, of no fixed abode, appeared before Southampton Magistrates Court on May 12, after being charged with burglary with intent to steal, attempted burglary and going equipped for theft, following a series of incidents in Eastleigh and Fair Oak.
The 23-year-old pleaded guilty to stealing power tools from a shed in Witt Road, Eastleigh on Saturday May 9, and on the same day attempting to break into sheds in Spring Close and Summerlands Road, Fair Oak.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "Joshua Taylor, 23, of no fixed abode, has since pleaded guilty to burglary, burglary with intent to steal, attempted burglary and going equipped for theft at Southampton Magistrates Court on May 12.
"Taylor pleaded guilty to stealing power tools from a shed in Witt Road, Eastleigh, in the early hours of Saturday 9 May, and at around the same time between 2.45am and 3.30am, attempting to break into sheds in Spring Close and Summerlands Road, Fair Oak.
"As ever, we’d like to thank residents in Eastleigh and Fair Oak for coming forward, reporting these crimes to us and supporting our investigations. Without your cooperation, we are not able to take action like this."
Taylor is being remanded in custody and is due to appear in front of Southampton Magistrates Court again on June 1.


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Aldi store plan for New Milton could be blocked by council

PLANS to build a new Aldi store in New Milton could hit the buffers due to a dispute over whether there is a more suitable site in the town centre .
Members of New Forest District Council 's ( NFDC ) planning committee have been advised to reject the scheme from the discount supermarket chain , which submitted proposals to open on a site in Caird Avenue - a short distance from the Tesco superstore .
A report by council planning officer Vivienne Baxter says the application should not be approved as an `` alternative , sequentially preferable location '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Ms Baxter 's report says the former Co-op unit and surface car park in Station Road could be used Aldi , however , the applicants disagree .
`` The proposal is considered acceptable having regard to matters such as BREEAM ( Building Research Establishments Environmental Assessment Method ) , design and materials , retail impact and contamination , '' said Ms Baxter 's report .
`` However , it has been demonstrated that an alternative , sequentially preferable location within New Milton town centre exists and the proposal fails on the retail @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would have an adverse impact on character of the area made up by a strong green infrastructure link along Caird Avenue . ''
A letter written by Dan Templeton , of Planning Potential on behalf of Aldi , said the former Co-op site alone could not provide adequate parking , while the acquisition of the neighbouring unit – currently occupied by HSBC – could not be guaranteed within 12 months .
He said Aldi believe they could have a store open in Caird Avenue by early 2021 .
Mr Templeton 's letter added @ @ @ @ @ @ @ site [ former Co-op store ] would not be available to accommodate a foodstore development until early 2022 , and should not therefore be considered available within a reasonable period of time when compared with the application site . ''
As reported , Aldi 's plans for Caird Avenue proposed a supermarket with 127 parking spaces , creating an estimated 30 new jobs .
The site is earmarked for a food retail development in the emerging New Milton neighbourhood plan .
New Milton Town Council said the scheme was acceptable , while 14 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ problems , the lack of need for another supermarket and an adverse impact on the town centre .
Members of NFDC 's planning committee are due to discuss the proposal and make their decision when they meet on Wednesday , May 27 .

Members of New Forest District Council's (NFDC) planning committee have been advised to reject the scheme from the discount supermarket chain, which submitted proposals to open on a site in Caird Avenue - a short distance from the Tesco superstore.
A report by council planning officer Vivienne Baxter says the application should not be approved as an "alternative, sequentially preferable location" has been identified in the town centre.
Ms Baxter's report says the former Co-op unit and surface car park in Station Road could be used Aldi, however, the applicants disagree.
"The proposal is considered acceptable having regard to matters such as BREEAM (Building Research Establishments Environmental Assessment Method) , design and materials, retail impact and contamination," said Ms Baxter's report.
"However, it has been demonstrated that an alternative, sequentially preferable location within New Milton town centre exists and the proposal fails on the retail sequential test and due to inadequate landscaping would have an adverse impact on character of the area made up by a strong green infrastructure link along Caird Avenue."
A letter written by Dan Templeton, of Planning Potential on behalf of Aldi, said the former Co-op site alone could not provide adequate parking, while the acquisition of the neighbouring unit – currently occupied by HSBC – could not be guaranteed within 12 months. He said Aldi believe they could have a store open in Caird Avenue by early 2021.
Mr Templeton's letter added: "In any event, the site [former Co-op store] would not be available to accommodate a foodstore development until early 2022, and should not therefore be considered available within a reasonable period of time when compared with the application site."
As reported, Aldi's plans for Caird Avenue proposed a supermarket with 127 parking spaces, creating an estimated 30 new jobs.
The site is earmarked for a food retail development in the emerging New Milton neighbourhood plan.
New Milton Town Council said the scheme was acceptable, while 14 objections were raised, citing existing traffic problems, the lack of need for another supermarket and an adverse impact on the town centre.
Members of NFDC's planning committee are due to discuss the proposal and make their decision when they meet on Wednesday, May 27.


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Crash at Portland Terrace, Southampton

Crash at Portland Terrace, Southampton

A MAN was rushed to hospital after a sports bike went `` flying through the air '' on a busy Southampton road .
Emergency services were called to the crash scene at Portland Terrace just before 8.30pm on Thursday , following a report of a crash involving a motorbike and car .
• Teen facing no further action following car pile-up and helicopter manhunt Police described the motorbike as a `` moped '' but it is belived the vehicle is a Yamaha R1 .
A man in his 20s suffered injuries to his leg and was taken to hospital .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1000cc sports bike , is believed to have landed upside down after hitting an internet provider Vostron company van , which was parked on the road last night .
• Woman released under investigation after ten cars were 'smashed up' One nearby resident said : `` The bike went through air , hit the gates and hit our van , and landed almost vertically .
It left the pavement and went about 20 to 30 metres into the air .
`` It must have flipped over and buckled the fence .
Looks like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' A spokesman for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` We were called just before 8.30pm yesterday ( May 21 ) to a report of a collision involving a moped and car in Portland Terrace , Southampton .
`` A man in his 20s suffered injuries to his leg and was taken to hospital .
Officers are making enquiries into the exact circumstances of the collision . ''

Emergency services were called to the crash scene at Portland Terrace just before 8.30pm on Thursday, following a report of a crash involving a motorbike and car.
Police described the motorbike as a "moped" but it is belived the vehicle is a Yamaha R1.
A man in his 20s suffered injuries to his leg and was taken to hospital.
The motorbike, understood to be a 1000cc sports bike, is believed to have landed upside down after hitting an internet provider Vostron company van, which was parked on the road last night.
One nearby resident said: "The bike went through air, hit the gates and hit our van, and landed almost vertically. It left the pavement and went about 20 to 30 metres into the air.
"It must have flipped over and buckled the fence. Looks like the rider skidded down the pavement."
A spokesman for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We were called just before 8.30pm yesterday (May 21) to a report of a collision involving a moped and car in Portland Terrace, Southampton.
"A man in his 20s suffered injuries to his leg and was taken to hospital. Officers are making enquiries into the exact circumstances of the collision."


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Muslim call to prayer rings out in Southampton for first time

The Muslim call to prayer rang out for the first time in public in Southampton .
Every year during Ramadan Muslims across the world fast from dawn until sunset devoting themselves to their faith .
At 1.30pm today the call to prayer was played from the Medina Mosque in Compton Walk to mark the last Friday of Ramadan .
However , this year the holy month has been impacted by coronavirus .
Southampton 's Muslim community has closed its mosques due to the outbreak , but prayers are still taking place at home digitally .
General secretary for the Muslim @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` The message is to stay at home .
The mosques have been closed during the pandemic .
`` We have been working tirelessly and the Muslim community has come together to support each other .
`` Other cities across the UK have been holding call to prayers so we decided to ask permission from the city council . ''
The call to prayer today was hoped to help the community feel `` uplifted '' during the health crisis and to act as a unified voice .
On Sunday Southampton 's Muslim @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Breaking the Fast ' .
It is a religious holiday that marks the end of Ramadan .
In normal circumstances every Friday Muslims would normally gather at the mosque for prayers , and during Ramadan , their fast is broken each day with friends , family and neighbours .
The Muslim Council of Southampton `` promotes unity within Southampton ’ s vibrant and diverse Muslim community and to offer a forum where any ideas , developments or concerns can be raised in an open , friendly and attentive manner '' .

Every year during Ramadan Muslims across the world fast from dawn until sunset devoting themselves to their faith.
At 1.30pm on Friday the call to prayer was played from the Medina Mosque in Compton Walk to mark the last Friday of Ramadan.
However, this year the holy month has been impacted by coronavirus.
Southampton's Muslim community has closed its mosques due to the outbreak, but prayers are still taking place at home digitally.
General secretary for the Muslim Council of Southampton, Rashid Islam said: "The message is to stay at home. The mosques have been closed during the pandemic.
"We have been working tirelessly and the Muslim community has come together to support each other.
"Other cities across the UK have been holding call to prayers so we decided to ask permission from the city council."
The call to prayer on Friday was to help the community feel "uplifted" during the health crisis and to act as a unified voice.
On Sunday Southampton's Muslim community will celebrate Eid al-Fitr the 'Festival of Breaking the Fast'.
It is a religious holiday that marks the end of Ramadan.
In normal circumstances every Friday Muslims would normally gather at the mosque for prayers, and during Ramadan, their fast is broken each day with friends, family and neighbours.
The Muslim Council of Southampton "promotes unity within Southampton’s vibrant and diverse Muslim community and to offer a forum where any ideas, developments or concerns can be raised in an open, friendly and attentive manner".


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Screens, sanitisers and cleaners: Wetherspoon’s unveils reopening plans for Southampton

Wetherspoon ’ s will spend an initial £11 million making its 875 pubs Covid-19 secure ahead of reopening , including screens at bars and tables .
The chain said each pub will hire two full-time workers to regularly clean surfaces and touch points throughout , with more employed in larger pubs .
Laying out the future plans for bringing customers back through its doors , bosses added all staff will be provided with gloves , masks and protective eyewear for those who want to wear it .
In a detailed update , Wetherspoon ’ s added : “ There will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ around the pub , including at the entrance for customers and staff to use.
” On opening again , bosses said they have been speaking extensively to staff , suppliers , contractors and trade body UK Hospitality for guidance , including 2,500 suggestions from workers .
Founder and chairman Tim Martin faced heavy criticism as lockdown was being introduced .
He first said he would withhold salaries from staff , before reversing the decision , called for a relaxed lockdown similar to the Netherlands so his pubs could keep trading and warned suppliers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then , Wetherspoon ’ s has revealed the business rates holiday announced by the Government saved the firm £60 million and shareholders were tapped up for £141 million as the lockdown took hold .
Mr Martin ’ s wealth has also fallen by around £230 million as shares in Wetherspoon ’ s , of which he owns 32 % , have fallen by more than 40 % since the start of the year .
An exact date for reopening remains unclear , although Government guidance for pubs is to plan for welcoming back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there are ongoing discussions between ministers and the industry over whether beer gardens could be opened sooner .
On Wetherspoon ’ s plans , the company said customers would be closely watched to ensure social distancing .
It explained : “ Dedicated staff will monitor the pub at all times in order to maintain social distancing standards and there will be a member of staff on the door at peak times .
“ The pubs will use one entrance with a separate exit door where possible.
” Customers will be asked to pay @ @ @ @ @ @ @ use contactless debit and credit cards .
However , cash will still be accepted , it added .
Food will also be served again , but with a reduced menu to allow kitchen staff enough safe space and condiments including ketchup , salt and pepper will only be available in sachets .
Staff will also need to complete and sign a daily health assessment questionnaire to confirm that they are fit to work and have a digital thermometer temperature check .
Wetherspoon chief executive John Hutson said : “ At present the Government @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pubs .
“ However , it is important that we are prepared for any announcement .
“ We have spent a number of weeks consulting with staff who work in our pubs , as well as area managers in order to draw up our plans.
” The chain is also looking at ways to raise more funds by applying for the Bank of England ’ s loan scheme for large companies .
EasyJet and Greggs have both applied .
But Wetherspoon ’ s said previously that its business not being “ investment grade @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it difficult .
The 43,000 workers across 875 pubs received around 80 % of their salaries in March , despite the boss previously warning workers they would not be paid until Government funds had reached Wetherspoon ’ s accounts .
The company revealed last month in the six weeks to March 8 increased 3.2 % , but fell 4.5 % in the week to March 15 , with Prime Minister Boris Johnson announcing a full lockdown a week later .
Previous cost-cutting measures also include new pub openings on hold until 2022 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Rent has been deferred and directors have also taken pay cuts .

The chain said each pub will hire two full-time workers to regularly clean surfaces and touch points throughout, with more employed in larger pubs.
Laying out the future plans for bringing customers back through its doors, bosses added all staff will be provided with gloves, masks and protective eyewear for those who want to wear it.
In a detailed update, Wetherspoon’s added: “There will be an average 10 hand sanitiser dispensers around the pub, including at the entrance for customers and staff to use.”
On opening again, bosses said they have been speaking extensively to staff, suppliers, contractors and trade body UK Hospitality for guidance, including 2,500 suggestions from workers.
Founder and chairman Tim Martin faced heavy criticism as lockdown was being introduced.
He first said he would withhold salaries from staff, before reversing the decision, called for a relaxed lockdown similar to the Netherlands so his pubs could keep trading and warned suppliers may not be paid either.
Since then, Wetherspoon’s has revealed the business rates holiday announced by the Government saved the firm £60 million and shareholders were tapped up for £141 million as the lockdown took hold.
Mr Martin’s wealth has also fallen by around £230 million as shares in Wetherspoon’s, of which he owns 32%, have fallen by more than 40% since the start of the year.
An exact date for reopening remains unclear, although Government guidance for pubs is to plan for welcoming back customers in July.
It is understood there are ongoing discussions between ministers and the industry over whether beer gardens could be opened sooner.
On Wetherspoon’s plans, the company said customers would be closely watched to ensure social distancing.
It explained: “Dedicated staff will monitor the pub at all times in order to maintain social distancing standards and there will be a member of staff on the door at peak times.
“The pubs will use one entrance with a separate exit door where possible.”
Customers will be asked to pay via the Wetherspoon’s app or use contactless debit and credit cards.
However, cash will still be accepted, it added.
Food will also be served again, but with a reduced menu to allow kitchen staff enough safe space and condiments including ketchup, salt and pepper will only be available in sachets.
Staff will also need to complete and sign a daily health assessment questionnaire to confirm that they are fit to work and have a digital thermometer temperature check.
Wetherspoon chief executive John Hutson said: “At present the Government have not confirmed any reopening date for pubs.
“However, it is important that we are prepared for any announcement.
“We have spent a number of weeks consulting with staff who work in our pubs, as well as area managers in order to draw up our plans.”
The chain is also looking at ways to raise more funds by applying for the Bank of England’s loan scheme for large companies.
EasyJet and Greggs have both applied.
But Wetherspoon’s said previously that its business not being “investment grade” on some measures, may make it difficult.
The 43,000 workers across 875 pubs received around 80% of their salaries in March, despite the boss previously warning workers they would not be paid until Government funds had reached Wetherspoon’s accounts.
The company revealed last month in the six weeks to March 8 increased 3.2%, but fell 4.5% in the week to March 15, with Prime Minister Boris Johnson announcing a full lockdown a week later.
Previous cost-cutting measures also include new pub openings on hold until 2022, with around five a year from then.
Rent has been deferred and directors have also taken pay cuts.


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Two men rescued from River Itchen

Two men rescued from River Itchen

TWO MEN have been rescued from the River Itchen .
They fell into the water near Northam Bridge after their @ @ @ @ @ around 2.30pm today .
A rescue team from Hillhead Coastguard raced to the scene .
@ @ @ @ @ had already fished the men from the water and dropped them ashore .
The men @ @ @ @ @ advice .
Meanwhile , the Hamble Lifeboat team towed the dingy to St Denys .

They fell into the water near Northam Bridge after their sailing dingy flipped over at around 2.30pm today.
A rescue team from Hillhead Coastguard raced to the scene.
However, a passing boat had already fished the men from the water and dropped them ashore.
The men were given safety and medical advice.
Meanwhile, the Hamble Lifeboat team towed the dingy to St Denys.


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Ikea in Southampton set to reopen

Ikea in Southampton set to reopen

Ikea is set to reopen 19 stores across England and Northern Ireland , making it the latest big-name chain to announce plans to welcome back customers .
The stores are set to start reopening from June 1 and social distancing wardens will patrol stores to help shoppers and ensure they keep their distance .
But families will be banned , with Ikea saying it will allow one adult and one child per household inside the store at any one point .
The 19 stores reopening are Croydon , Greenwich , Lakeside , Wembley , Tottenham , Norwich collection point , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Warrington , Gateshead , Leeds , Sheffield , Milton Keynes , Reading , Southampton , Bristol and Exeter .
The homewares giant also revealed its Coventry store , which was already facing the axe , will remain closed permanently .
Play areas and restaurants will stay shut , but Ikea insists its meatballs will be available in food courts to cook at home .
Since the pandemic and subsequent closure , Ikea ’ s car parks in Gateshead and Wembley have been turned into drive-through coronavirus testing sites .
Key workers were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Food Markets after being tested .
On reopening to the public , bosses said they aim to limit customer numbers via a staggered entry system and are asking shoppers to “ come prepared with ready-made lists and own bags ” .
Click & Collect facilities in England , Wales and Northern Ireland also opening in a phased approach and in line with Government guidelines .
Stores in Scotland , Wales and the Republic of Ireland will remain closed , the company added .
Extra hand sanitiser and more deep cleans of bags , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will take place .
Cash will not be accepted , with all payments by card or contactless device only , and customers should avoid travelling to stores just to process refunds – with Ikea pointing out it has a 365-day returns policy .
It follows updated plans from Wetherspoon and Sports Direct , which both released details for reopenings , and chains including McDonald ’ s , KFC and Greggs start offering services again .

The stores are set to start reopening from June 1 and social distancing wardens will patrol stores to help shoppers and ensure they keep their distance.
But families will be banned, with Ikea saying it will allow one adult and one child per household inside the store at any one point.
The 19 stores reopening are Croydon, Greenwich, Lakeside, Wembley, Tottenham, Norwich collection point, Birmingham, Nottingham, Belfast, Manchester, Warrington, Gateshead, Leeds, Sheffield, Milton Keynes, Reading, Southampton, Bristol and Exeter.
The homewares giant also revealed its Coventry store, which was already facing the axe, will remain closed permanently.
Play areas and restaurants will stay shut, but Ikea insists its meatballs will be available in food courts to cook at home.
Since the pandemic and subsequent closure, Ikea’s car parks in Gateshead and Wembley have been turned into drive-through coronavirus testing sites.
Key workers were also allowed to shop in the Swedish Food Markets after being tested.
On reopening to the public, bosses said they aim to limit customer numbers via a staggered entry system and are asking shoppers to “come prepared with ready-made lists and own bags”.
Click & Collect facilities in England, Wales and Northern Ireland also opening in a phased approach and in line with Government guidelines. Stores in Scotland, Wales and the Republic of Ireland will remain closed, the company added.
Extra hand sanitiser and more deep cleans of bags, trolleys, bathrooms, equipment and touchscreens will take place.
Cash will not be accepted, with all payments by card or contactless device only, and customers should avoid travelling to stores just to process refunds – with Ikea pointing out it has a 365-day returns policy.
It follows updated plans from Wetherspoon and Sports Direct, which both released details for reopenings, and chains including McDonald’s, KFC and Greggs start offering services again.


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Coronavirus: Two more death recorded in Hampshire

A FURTHER two people who tested positive for coronavirus have died in Hampshire in two days .
Figures released by @ @ @ @ @ that a further two death in Hampshire have been recorded bringing the total up to @ @ @ @ @ the total number of patients who have died after testing positive for coronavirus is 179 @ @ @ @ @ in 24 hours .
While at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust there have been 151 @ @ @ @ @ in deaths .
At Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust , 221 have died due to @ @ @ @ @ from yesterday .
Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust has recorded 17 patient deaths , with @ @ @ @ @

Figures released by the NHS today have revealed that a further two death in Hampshire have been recorded bringing the total up to 570.
The figures cover University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS), Solent NHS Trust, Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
At UHS, the total number of patients who have died after testing positive for coronavirus is 179, a rise of two in 24 hours.
While at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust there have been 151 deaths, with no increase in deaths.
At Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, 221 have died due to coronavirus, with no increase from yesterday.
Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust has recorded 17 patient deaths, with no new recorded deaths.


thedailyecho--2020-05-22--Meat cleaver seized and four arrested after fight breaks out in Hampshire

A MEAT cleaver has been seized after a fight broke out amongst a large group of people in Hampshire .
Officers were called at 6.09pm on Thursday , May 21 , to a report of a fight amongst a large group of people at Southsea Common .
Soon after the incident , police received a report that a group of males were trying to gain access to a property in Nightingale Road .
Officers arrived and four people were arrested .
• Man rushed to hospital after sports bike seen `` flying through the air '' Three boys attended Queen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ serious injuries were reported .
A 21-year-old man from Essex , arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in a public place .
Two 17-year-old boys from Portsmouth , both arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent and possession of a psychoactive substance with intent to supply .
A 16-year-old boy from Portsmouth , arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent and possession of a psychoactive substance with intent to supply .
Now , a dispersal order has been authorised , which will run from 4pm today ( Friday 22 May @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and covers the areas of Southsea Common and immediate surrounding roads and The Hot Walls in Old Portsmouth .
The order gives a police officer the power to order a person to leave the area for a 48-hour period with no return .
Refusal to comply with the order is a criminal offence .
Neighbourhood Inspector Marcus Cator said : “ This is a concerning incident and will have been witnessed by people legitimately using Southsea Common .
“ An investigation is underway , and officers are following several lines of enquiry .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ please call 101 , quoting the crime reference number 44200180867 .
“ I ’ d also like to remind people that the regulations on public gatherings are still in place , meaning you can not gather in groups with those that are not in your household .
`` We would also urge that parents are aware of their children ’ s whereabouts during this time , and ensure that their children comply with the Government guidance .
“ We will continue to engage , explain and encourage people to do what they need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ infection .
If necessary , we will enforce .
“ We are working with our partners and have robust plans in place , and officers from our Neighbourhood Policing Team and Response and Patrol teams will be patrolling Southsea Common this Bank Holiday weekend .
”

Officers were called at 6.09pm on Thursday, May 21, to a report of a fight amongst a large group of people at Southsea Common.
Soon after the incident, police received a report that a group of males were trying to gain access to a property in Nightingale Road.
Officers arrived and four people were arrested.
A meat cleaver and bottles were seized.
Three boys attended Queen Alexandra Hospital following this incident. No serious injuries were reported.
A 21-year-old man from Essex, arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.
Two 17-year-old boys from Portsmouth, both arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent and possession of a psychoactive substance with intent to supply.
A 16-year-old boy from Portsmouth, arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent and possession of a psychoactive substance with intent to supply.
Now, a dispersal order has been authorised, which will run from 4pm today (Friday 22 May) until 3:59pm on Sunday 24 May and covers the areas of Southsea Common and immediate surrounding roads and The Hot Walls in Old Portsmouth.
The order gives a police officer the power to order a person to leave the area for a 48-hour period with no return.
Refusal to comply with the order is a criminal offence.
Neighbourhood Inspector Marcus Cator said: “This is a concerning incident and will have been witnessed by people legitimately using Southsea Common.
“An investigation is underway, and officers are following several lines of enquiry.
“If you saw what happened, please call 101, quoting the crime reference number 44200180867.
“I’d also like to remind people that the regulations on public gatherings are still in place, meaning you cannot gather in groups with those that are not in your household.
"We would also urge that parents are aware of their children’s whereabouts during this time, and ensure that their children comply with the Government guidance.
“We will continue to engage, explain and encourage people to do what they need to do to prevent the spread of infection. If necessary, we will enforce.
“We are working with our partners and have robust plans in place, and officers from our Neighbourhood Policing Team and Response and Patrol teams will be patrolling Southsea Common this Bank Holiday weekend.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-23--Two held after man 'attacked with hammer' in Calmore Drive, Totton.

TWO people were arrested after a man was allegedly attacked with a hammer in a Hampshire street .
The 23-year-old victim is said to have suffered serious but not life-threatening injuries in the incident , which occurred at Calmore Drive , Totton , on Thursday afternoon .
Paramedics alerted police after responding to claims that a tool had been used in an assault .
Officers arrested a 37-year-old man on suspicion of assault causing grievous bodily harm , and also detained a 44-year-old Hythe man on suspicion of obstructing the course of justice .
Calmore residents took to social media @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' had occurred near their homes .
Some people reported seeing police activity in other parts of the Totton area , including Ringwood Road and Hounsdown .
A Hampshire police spokesperson said : “ We were called shortly after 4pm on Thursday by our colleagues from the South Central Ambulance Service who were responding to an incident involving a serious assault in Calmore Drive .
“ A 23-year-old man was taken to Southampton General Hospital with serious , but not life-threatening injuries .
“ A man , aged 37 , has been arrested @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , aged 44 and from Hythe , has been arrested on suspicion of obstructing the course of public justice .
`` Both remain in custody at this time.
” The spokesperson confirmed that a hammer was allegedly used in the attack and added : `` Enquiries are ongoing .
”

The 23-year-old victim is said to have suffered serious but not life-threatening injuries in the incident, which occurred at Calmore Drive, Totton, on Thursday afternoon.
Paramedics alerted police after responding to claims that a tool had been used in an assault.
Officers arrested a 37-year-old man on suspicion of assault causing grievous bodily harm, and also detained a 44-year-old Hythe man on suspicion of obstructing the course of justice.
Calmore residents took to social media to report that a "nasty incident" had occurred near their homes.
Some people reported seeing police activity in other parts of the Totton area, including Ringwood Road and Hounsdown.
A Hampshire police spokesperson said: “We were called shortly after 4pm on Thursday by our colleagues from the South Central Ambulance Service who were responding to an incident involving a serious assault in Calmore Drive.
“A 23-year-old man was taken to Southampton General Hospital with serious, but not life-threatening injuries.
“A man, aged 37, has been arrested on suspicion of GBH and another man, aged 44 and from Hythe, has been arrested on suspicion of obstructing the course of public justice.
"Both remain in custody at this time.”
The spokesperson confirmed that a hammer was allegedly used in the attack and added: "Enquiries are ongoing.”