thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Southampton council owed £28,000 from unpaid litter fines

LITTERBUGS owe Southampton City Council £28,000 as hundreds of litter fines are yet to be paid , the Echo can reveal .
Enforcement officers dished out 2,144 fines between June 23 and October 19 this year as people were caught dropping litter and cigarette butts on city streets .
But the council is owed £28,000 from around 700 fines which are yet to be paid .
Civic chiefs said litterbugs who are yet to pay their fine will be taken to court .
The cost of outstanding fines is expected to go down as late payments are made and prosecutions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pledged to keep the scheme under review as the findings have been described as “ a bit worrying ” .
• Remember Walkabout ?
It 's up for sale at £3m ( and it already has planning permission for flats ) Since June , people caught dropping litter in Southampton face a £75 fine .
This could be reduced to £55 if paid within the first ten days .
As reported , enforcement officers are deployed across the city by East Hampshire Commercial Services Limited ( EHCS ) on behalf of Southampton City @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the city council pays EHCS £55 for each fine issued .
But £28,000 worth of litter fines are yet to be paid to the council .
In the report civic chiefs said : “ This is over and above the budget assumption on unpaid fines , but is not a final figure .
`` This is a relatively short period of time and of course will remain under review to ensure that the contract and outcomes are both cost effective and support the desired behaviour change across the city.
” Fines can be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of cases such as when an offender is vulnerable or under 18 .
Enforcement officers are not paid for fines which are withdrawn or not pursued .
According to the report , of the 2,144 fines issued 1,745 were in the city centre and 250 in Shirley .
Southampton city centre was the worst hit area by dropped litter .
`` So far 35 prosecutions have been heard at Southampton Magistrates Court while 200 cases are to be heard over the next two months .
• Call to scrap parking fees in Southampton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the money from issuing fines goes towards the cost of the service , while money from fines that are issued by magistrates is paid to the court .
Cllr Dave Shields said the scheme is at an early stage .
He added : “ Prosecutions for any fixed penalty notices that remain unpaid will be sought through the magistrates ’ court .
`` Any initial shortfall will be recouped over time and we are also hopeful that the number of fines issued will decrease as the message regarding disposing of litter properly becomes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Committee will look at the scheme in six months .
Chairman Cllr Steven Galton said the scheme is at an early stage but he added : “ It is unacceptable to drop litter .
`` It is a bit worrying that at the moment it looks like we are going to lose money .
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Enforcement officers dished out 2,144 fines between June 23 and October 19 this year as people were caught dropping litter and cigarette butts on city streets.
But the council is owed £28,000 from around 700 fines which are yet to be paid.
Civic chiefs said litterbugs who are yet to pay their fine will be taken to court.
The cost of outstanding fines is expected to go down as late payments are made and prosecutions are concluded.
But city councillors have pledged to keep the scheme under review as the findings have been described as “a bit worrying”.
Since June, people caught dropping litter in Southampton face a £75 fine. This could be reduced to £55 if paid within the first ten days.
As reported, enforcement officers are deployed across the city by East Hampshire Commercial Services Limited (EHCS) on behalf of Southampton City Council.
A new report revealed that the city council pays EHCS £55 for each fine issued.
But £28,000 worth of litter fines are yet to be paid to the council.
In the report civic chiefs said: “This is over and above the budget assumption on unpaid fines, but is not a final figure.
"This is a relatively short period of time and of course will remain under review to ensure that the contract and outcomes are both cost effective and support the desired behaviour change across the city.”
Fines can be withdrawn or not pursued in a number of cases such as when an offender is vulnerable or under 18. Enforcement officers are not paid for fines which are withdrawn or not pursued.
According to the report,of the 2,144 fines issued 1,745 were in the city centre and 250 in Shirley.
Southampton city centre was the worst hit area by dropped litter.
"So far 35 prosecutions have been heard at Southampton Magistrates Court while 200 cases are to be heard over the next two months.
The city council said the money from issuing fines goes towards the cost of the service, while money from fines that are issued by magistrates is paid to the court .
Cllr Dave Shields said the scheme is at an early stage .
He added: “Prosecutions for any fixed penalty notices that remain unpaid will be sought through the magistrates’ court.
"Any initial shortfall will be recouped over time and we are also hopeful that the number of fines issued will decrease as the message regarding disposing of litter properly becomes clear. ”
The Overview and Scrutiny Committee will look at the scheme in six months.
Chairman Cllr Steven Galton said the scheme is at an early stage but he added: “It is unacceptable to drop litter.
"It is a bit worrying that at the moment it looks like we are going to lose money .”


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Man seen indecently exposing himself in an Eastleigh street

A MAN has reportedly been seen indecently exposing himself in the street .
The incident happened on Thursday at around @ @ @ @ @ Eastleigh .
A woman was said to be entering her house when she heard a @ @ @ @ @ As she turned around , she saw a man exposing and inappropriately touching himself .
@ @ @ @ @ white , aged 20-30 , 5ft 8 '' tall and of average to chubby build @ @ @ @ @ tracksuit bottoms , a pale grey zip-up hooded top and a bobble hat .
Police @ @ @ @ @ following the incident .
A spokesperson said : `` If you have any information about @ @ @ @ @ the description of the suspect , please get in touch by calling 101 , quoting @ @ @ @ @ can phone independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 . ''

The incident happened on Thursday at around 9.30pm on Westfield Road, Eastleigh.
A woman was said to be entering her house when she heard a noise that distracted her.
As she turned around, she saw a man exposing and inappropriately touching himself.
The man is described as white, aged 20-30, 5ft 8" tall and of average to chubby build.
He was wearing grey tracksuit bottoms, a pale grey zip-up hooded top and a bobble hat.
Police are now appealing for witnesses following the incident.
A spokesperson said: "If you have any information about this incident or you recognise the description of the suspect, please get in touch by calling 101, quoting 44200448902.
"Alternatively you can phone independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Security guard transporting cash in Southampton targeted

A SECURITY guard transporting cash from a busy Southampton department store has been targeted in an alleged robbery .
The @ @ @ @ @ in Antelope Park between 12.30pm and 1.30pm on Thursday , Hampshire Constabulary says .
Officers @ @ @ @ @ two men , aged 25 and 29-years-old , on suspicion of robbery .
Both have @ @ @ @ @ action .
Officers are now carrying out a number of enquiries in the area to @ @ @ @ @ what happened .
A police spokesperson said : `` This incident happened in a busy @ @ @ @ @ of day and we know that many people will have witnessed the incident .
`` @ @ @ @ @ but haven ’ t yet spoken to us , please call 101 and quote 44200448237 @ @

The incident occurred outside The Range in Antelope Park between 12.30pm and 1.30pm on Thursday, Hampshire Constabulary says.
Officers investigating the incident have arrested two men, aged 25 and 29-years-old, on suspicion of robbery.
Both have been released with no further action.
Officers are now carrying out a number of enquiries in the area to establish the exact circumstances of what happened.
A police spokesperson said: "This incident happened in a busy area at a busy time of day and we know that many people will have witnessed the incident.
"If you saw what happened but haven’t yet spoken to us, please call 101 and quote 44200448237."


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Isle of Wight man battling Covid blinded in India by snakebite

A FATHER is suffering from blindness and paralysis in a hospital in India after being bitten by a snake while battling coronavirus , his family have said .
Isle of Wight man Ian Jones is in intensive care after being bitten by a black king cobra in a village in the north west of the country .
The former healthcare worker , had been in India for months where he runs Sabirian , a charity-backed social enterprise aimed at helping people trade their way out of poverty .
His family have told of their shock at what had happened in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as a “ fighter ” , saying they hope the blindness and paralysis are temporary .
Mr Jones ’ s son Seb said his father had already experienced malaria , dengue fever and Covid-19 but had “ remained resolute in his determination to stay in the country and continue his work to help the people that needed his support ” .
He said : “ He had not been able to travel home due to the pandemic and as a family we understood his desire to continue to support the many people who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ naturally concerned about him though and then when we heard he had also suffered what is usually a fatal snakebite on top of all that he had been through , we honestly could not believe it .
“ It really has been touch and go , he is stable at the moment although he has paralysis in his legs and blindness , both of which we hope is temporary , but it is clear he is going to need to remain in hospital out there for some time to come .
“ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who have been brilliant and rallied around him in his time of need , as indeed he did for them.
” Community Action Isle of Wight , which owns Sabirian , has set up a GoFundMe page to raise funds to cover Mr Jones ’ s medical costs and in the hope he can eventually be transported home .
The black king cobra which bit Ian Jones , who is in intensive care Sabirian helps some 70 Indian craftspeople aged between 18-87 by providing training to import and sell their crafts and furniture @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ethical way .
Mike Bulpitt , of Community Action Isle of Wight , said : “ Ian has put so much on the line to continue to support the people out in India that he works with , living in difficult conditions and being away from his own family and friends on the island for most of the year .
“ He is now facing a long road to recovery and we are appealing for any fundraising support people can give to help us meet his medical costs , until he can eventually @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that he will soon be able to get back to the work he loves and to supporting those that need him , but right now he needs all our help to get through this battle to survive .
”

Isle of Wight man Ian Jones is in intensive care after being bitten by a black king cobra in a village in the north west of the country.
The former healthcare worker, had been in India for months where he runs Sabirian, a charity-backed social enterprise aimed at helping people trade their way out of poverty.
His family have told of their shock at what had happened in Jodhpur, Rajasthan but described Mr Jones as a “fighter”, saying they hope the blindness and paralysis are temporary.
Ian Jones
Mr Jones’s son Seb said his father had already experienced malaria, dengue fever and Covid-19 but had “remained resolute in his determination to stay in the country and continue his work to help the people that needed his support”.
He said: “He had not been able to travel home due to the pandemic and as a family we understood his desire to continue to support the many people who relied on him.
“We were naturally concerned about him though and then when we heard he had also suffered what is usually a fatal snakebite on top of all that he had been through, we honestly could not believe it.
“It really has been touch and go, he is stable at the moment although he has paralysis in his legs and blindness, both of which we hope is temporary, but it is clear he is going to need to remain in hospital out there for some time to come.
“We are extremely grateful to his colleagues there who have been brilliant and rallied around him in his time of need, as indeed he did for them.”
Community Action Isle of Wight, which owns Sabirian, has set up a GoFundMe page to raise funds to cover Mr Jones’s medical costs and in the hope he can eventually be transported home.
The black king cobra which bit Ian Jones, who is in intensive care
Sabirian helps some 70 Indian craftspeople aged between 18-87 by providing training to import and sell their crafts and furniture in the UK in a sustainable and ethical way.
Mike Bulpitt, of Community Action Isle of Wight, said: “Ian has put so much on the line to continue to support the people out in India that he works with, living in difficult conditions and being away from his own family and friends on the island for most of the year.
“He is now facing a long road to recovery and we are appealing for any fundraising support people can give to help us meet his medical costs, until he can eventually be brought home.
“We hope that he will soon be able to get back to the work he loves and to supporting those that need him, but right now he needs all our help to get through this battle to survive.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Former Southampton bank and nightclub is up for sale

A HISTORIC Southampton building and former nightclub is set to get a new lease of life , as it has been put up for sale .
The former Bank of England building in High Street is on the market with a guide price of £3 million .
And until recently , the site housed bar Wahoo and before that nightclub Walkabout .
The neo-classical property has already been granted planning application to convert the front of the site into retail units which front onto the High Street .
Meanwhile , as part of the approved plans , a separate block @ @ @ @ @ @ @ converted into 120 studio apartments .
However , ward councillor Sarah Bogle says , if converted , there is no market for student dwellings .
The Labour councillor for Bargate ward believes the market is saturated and such a plan would not be viable .
She said : “ If we are to become a destination city we need to think about what we want to attract people to the area .
“ At the moment it ’ s hard to see beyond Covid .
Clearly retail is not going to expand but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ It ’ s of historic interest and we still don ’ t have that many decent music venues.
” Fellow ward member Cllr John Noon had previously welcomed the application commenting that it would bring back to life a local listed building Built in 1940 , and used by the Bank of England its vaults can store 24,000 gold bars , according to planning documents .
The property is due to go on sale by via an auction on November 25 .
As previously reported , the former TSB bank in High Street @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Based on plans made to the council , a one-bedroom and pair of two-bedroom flats could be created on the first and second floor .
Meanwhile , plans for 72 apartments behind the Dolphin Hotel were unveiled earlier this year .
However , many projects including the nearby Bargate Quarter development have been postponed due to coronavirus .

The former Bank of England building in High Street is on the market with a guide price of £3 million.
And until recently, the site housed bar Wahoo and before that nightclub Walkabout.
The neo-classical property has already been granted planning application to convert the front of the site into retail units which front onto the High Street.
Meanwhile, as part of the approved plans, a separate block to the rear is allowed to be converted into 120 studio apartments.
However, ward councillor Sarah Bogle says, if converted, there is no market for student dwellings.
The Labour councillor for Bargate ward believes the market is saturated and such a plan would not be viable.
She said: “If we are to become a destination city we need to think about what we want to attract people to the area.
“At the moment it’s hard to see beyond Covid. Clearly retail is not going to expand but you still need interesting places.
“It’s of historic interest and we still don’t have that many decent music venues.”
Fellow ward member Cllr John Noon added: "I do feel that the market for new students blocks in the city centre no longer viable, with many of the purpose build students units empty and the number of students in the future unknown, don’t believe this is a viable use of the site.
"I would support this site been used for good quality two and three-bedroom accommodation, with the reduction of commercial units needed in the city centre, good quality accommodation would benefit the city centre."
Built in 1940, and used by the Bank of England its vaults can store 24,000 gold bars, according to planning documents.
The property is due to go on sale by via an auction on November 25.
As previously reported, the former TSB bank in High Street could also be converted into student homes. Based on plans made to the council, a one-bedroom and pair of two-bedroom flats could be created on the first and second floor.
Meanwhile, plans for 72 apartments behind the Dolphin Hotel were unveiled earlier this year.
However, many projects including the nearby Bargate Quarter development have been postponed due to coronavirus.


thedailyecho--2020-11-19--Man arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving following M271 motorway pile-up

A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving following a motorway pile-up in Southampton .
@ @ @ @ @ has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving .
It comes after @ @ @ @ @ was killed in a serious crash on the M271 on Tuesday morning .
The man @ @ @ @ @ Citroën and is reported to have been from Sussex .
The man from Portsmouth has @ @ @ @ @ .
Enquiries into the exact circumstances of the collision are ongoing .
Anyone who saw @ @ @ @ @ any information is urged to call police on101 , quoting the reference 44200444863 .

A 32-year-old man from Portsmouth has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
It comes after a man in his 60s was killed in a serious crash on the M271 on Tuesday morning.
The incident involved a heavy goods vehicle, Nissan Navara, Mercedes Vito van and a Citroën Relay.
The man who died was driving the Citroën and is reported to have been from Sussex.
The man from Portsmouth has since been released under investigation.
Enquiries into the exact circumstances of the collision are ongoing.
Anyone who saw the crash or who has any information is urged to call police on101, quoting the reference 44200444863.


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--From Debenhams to Woolworths - stores we'll miss this Christmas

THIS Christmas is likely to look like no other we have experienced before , and who knows if we will get to shop in a department store at all this festive period ?
Beacuse of that , the Daily Echo looks back at some of the department stores we all miss – especially around this time of year .
Edwin Jones came from Romsey and opened a small single fronted shop in Southampton 's East Street in 1860 before opening larger premises in the same street .
The business continued to grow and soon he bought up the well-known pub @ @ @ @ @ @ @ extra space for his shop .
By 1880 he had built a new shop in what became known as Queen 's Building .
The business further expanded with the new Manchester House Building and was purchased by Debenhams in 1928 but kept the name Edwin Jones until 1973 . ]
During the Second World War the store was destroyed during The Blitz and the new shop was not completed until 1959 .
In 2020 , all Debenhams stores across the country were closed due to the Covid-19 Pandemic and it was announced during @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remain closed .
Cooks and Mayes drapers and mercers occupied the building at 174 High Street between 1830 and 1855 before changing their name to Mayes and expanding from property number 173 through to 178 .
The premises were destroyed during the Second World War and rebuilt when the business was acquired by Owen Owen Ltd in 1947 .
The premises of Mayes department store were destroyed during the Second World War and rebuilt when the business was acquired by Owen Owen Ltd in 1947 .
The name of the store changed to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to trade at the location until 1994 when they left Southampton for good .
Plummer Roddis was something of an institution in Southampton that could trace its roots back to the 1870s .
The original building , located on the corner of Above Bar and Commercial Road , fell victim to the devastating bombing raids of the Luftwaffe during the Second World War .
Construction work of the new building began 1962 but the shop closed for the last time in August 1993 .
British Home Stores had been trading for more than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ closed .
Archives show that the store dated back to at least 1939 before it closed it ’ s doors for the last time in 2015 .
The original Woolworths in Southampton opened in 1913 and was located in East Street .
It was not until 1923 when the store in Above Bar opened its doors .
After the building was destroyed during the Blitz , it was rebuilt in stages from 1949 and was completed on November 4 , 1954 .
Woolworths closed in September 2007 and also had stores in Shirley @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a department store in London , began life in Southampton in 1959 .
The store adopted the name Bournes before closing in 1983 .
The site is now occupied by Poundland .
The Above Bar shop began life as a drapers in 1898 and captured the hearts and attention of Southampton shoppers until it closed in 2000 .
During the Second World War the shop was completely destroyed by enemy action and the store and staff transferred to Winchester .
In 1956 a new building , on the same Above Bar site , @ @ @ @

Beacuse of that, the Daily Echo looks back at some of the department stores we all miss – especially around this time of year.
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Edwin Jones and Debenhams
Edwin Jones came from Romsey and opened a small single fronted shop in Southampton's East Street in 1860 before opening larger premises in the same street.
The business continued to grow and soon he bought up the well-known pub, The Blue Boar, to gain extra space for his shop.
By 1880 he had built a new shop in what became known as Queen's Building.
The business further expanded with the new Manchester House Building and was purchased by Debenhams in 1928 but kept the name Edwin Jones until 1973.]
During the Second World War the store was destroyed during The Blitz and the new shop was not completed until 1959.
In 2020, all Debenhams stores across the country were closed due to the Covid-19 Pandemic and it was announced during this time that the Southampton store would remain closed.
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Mayes and Owen Owen
Cooks and Mayes drapers and mercers occupied the building at 174 High Street between 1830 and 1855 before changing their name to Mayes and expanding from property number 173 through to 178.
The premises were destroyed during the Second World War and rebuilt when the business was acquired by Owen Owen Ltd in 1947.
The premises of Mayes department store were destroyed during the Second World War and rebuilt when the business was acquired by Owen Owen Ltd in 1947.
The name of the store changed to Owen Owen in September 1964 and continued to trade at the location until 1994 when they left Southampton for good.
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Plummer Roddis
Plummer Roddis was something of an institution in Southampton that could trace its roots back to the 1870s.
The original building, located on the corner of Above Bar and Commercial Road, fell victim to the devastating bombing raids of the Luftwaffe during the Second World War.
Construction work of the new building began 1962 but the shop closed for the last time in August 1993.
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BHS
British Home Stores had been trading for more than 75 years in the city when it closed.
Archives show that the store dated back to at least 1939 before it closed it’s doors for the last time in 2015.
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Woolworths
The original Woolworths in Southampton opened in 1913 and was located in East Street.
It was not until 1923 when the store in Above Bar opened its doors.
After the building was destroyed during the Blitz, it was rebuilt in stages from 1949 and was completed on November 4, 1954.
Woolworths closed in September 2007 and also had stores in Shirley and Bitterne.
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Bourne and Hollingsworth
Bourne and Hollingsworth, a department store in London, began life in Southampton in 1959.
The store adopted the name Bournes before closing in 1983.
The site is now occupied by Poundland.
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Tyrell and Green
The Above Bar shop began life as a drapers in 1898 and captured the hearts and attention of Southampton shoppers until it closed in 2000.
During the Second World War the shop was completely destroyed by enemy action and the store and staff transferred to Winchester.
In 1956 a new building, on the same Above Bar site, was officially opened.


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Jeremy Kyle may have caused or contributed to death of Hampshire guest

TV presenter Jeremy Kyle “ may have caused or contributed ” to the death of programme guest from Hampshire , who is suspected to have committed suicide after failing a lie detector test on the show , a pre-inquest review has heard .
The preliminary hearing is being held into the death of 63-year-old Stephen Dymond , who died of a drugs overdose and a heart problem at his home in Portsmouth seven days after he had filmed The Jeremy Kyle Show last year .
He took a lie detector test on the programme to show whether he had cheated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Gosport .
Coroner Jason Pegg said he has made Mr Kyle an “ interested person ” for the inquest , stating the presenter is someone “ who may have caused or contributed to the death of Stephen Dymond ” .
He added : “ It might seem ludicrous not to have Mr Kyle to give evidence to give his take on the situation.
” Counsel for Mr Dymond ’ s family Caoilfhionn Gallagher QC told the Winchester hearing that Mr Dymond became “ distressed ” after he failed the lie detector test .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the show to “ prove his fidelity ” , and had said : “ I pushed and pushed but it all went wrong.
” Ms Gallagher said after the result was announced during filming , the audience “ booed and jeered ” at him and he was “ called a failure by the presenter ” .
She said Mr Kyle was “ in his face ” and even when he was “ at the point of collapsing , he was still being heckled ” .
She said Mr Dymond sought to leave through @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and she added : “ He couldn ’ t escape the heckling .
He was on his hands and knees because he thought he was going to pass out from the stress.
” Ms Gallagher said his state of mind was known by the crew on the show , with a message sent on a WhatsApp group stating : “ Just so you know , he ’ s still crying , he has just said he wishes he was dead .
Just giving you the heads up.
” Ms Gallagher added : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ programme , within minutes , he was talking about wishing he was dead.
” She said Mr Dymond called his brother as he was taken home by taxi from the show .
In a statement read to the hearing , Leslie Dymond said : “ He seemed completely broken and frightened and told me he couldn ’ t go on living.
” The hearing was told Mr Dymond was originally turned down to appear on the show but was accepted as a guest after gaining a letter from his doctor .
The inquest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ health care from Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust .
Mr Dymond ’ s death in May 2019 was caused by a morphine overdose and left ventricular hypertrophy , which is when the left chamber of the heart is not pumping properly , the inquest has heard .

The preliminary hearing is being held into the death of 63-year-old Stephen Dymond, who died of a drugs overdose and a heart problem at his home in Portsmouth seven days after he had filmed The Jeremy Kyle Show last year.
He took a lie detector test on the programme to show whether he had cheated on his ex-fiancee Jane Callaghan, from Gosport.
Coroner Jason Pegg said he has made Mr Kyle an “interested person” for the inquest, stating the presenter is someone “who may have caused or contributed to the death of Stephen Dymond”.
He added: “It might seem ludicrous not to have Mr Kyle to give evidence to give his take on the situation.”
Counsel for Mr Dymond’s family Caoilfhionn Gallagher QC told the Winchester hearing that Mr Dymond became “distressed” after he failed the lie detector test.
She said Mr Dymond had gone on the show to “prove his fidelity”, and had said: “I pushed and pushed but it all went wrong.”
Ms Gallagher said after the result was announced during filming, the audience “booed and jeered” at him and he was “called a failure by the presenter”.
She said Mr Kyle was “in his face” and even when he was “at the point of collapsing, he was still being heckled”.
She said Mr Dymond sought to leave through a side door but found it locked, and she added: “He couldn’t escape the heckling. He was on his hands and knees because he thought he was going to pass out from the stress.”
Ms Gallagher said his state of mind was known by the crew on the show, with a message sent on a WhatsApp group stating: “Just so you know, he’s still crying, he has just said he wishes he was dead. Just giving you the heads up.”
Ms Gallagher added: “While he was still on the programme, within minutes, he was talking about wishing he was dead.”
She said Mr Dymond called his brother as he was taken home by taxi from the show.
In a statement read to the hearing, Leslie Dymond said: “He seemed completely broken and frightened and told me he couldn’t go on living.”
The hearing was told Mr Dymond was originally turned down to appear on the show but was accepted as a guest after gaining a letter from his doctor.
The inquest has heard he had been receiving mental health care from Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust.
Mr Dymond’s death in May 2019 was caused by a morphine overdose and left ventricular hypertrophy, which is when the left chamber of the heart is not pumping properly, the inquest has heard.
The hearing continues.


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Seven men rebailed after 'security incident' aboard Southampton-bound oil tanker

SEVEN men have been re-bailed following a `` security incident '' aboard an oil tanker off the Isle of Wight @ @ @ @ @ occurred on the Nave Andromeda on October 25 .
The seven men , who are @ @ @ @ @ arrested on suspicion of seizing or exercising control of a ship by use of threats @ @ @ @ @ concerns were raised to police for the welfare of crew on board the Nave Andromeda @ @ @ @ @ due to dock at Southampton Docks , having sailed from Lagos in Nigeria .
Military @ @ @ @ @ crews boarded the ship .
The incident was over within seven minutes of their intervention @ @ @ @ @ spokesperson said : `` The seven arrested men , who remain detained under Border Force @ @ @ @ @ re-bailed until Monday 25 January 2021 in relation to the criminal investigation , whilst investigators @ @ @ @ @

The incident occurred on the Nave Andromeda on October 25.
The seven men, who are all Nigerian nationals, were arrested on suspicion of seizing or exercising control of a ship by use of threats or force.
As reported concerns were raised to police for the welfare of crew on board the Nave Andromeda.
The ship had been due to dock at Southampton Docks, having sailed from Lagos in Nigeria. Military assistance was requested and specialist crews boarded the ship. The incident was over within seven minutes of their intervention.
Today a Hampshire police spokesperson said: "The seven arrested men, who remain detained under Border Force powers, have now been re-bailed until Monday 25 January 2021 in relation to the criminal investigation, whilst investigators continue their enquiries."


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Winchester teenager stabbed Bishop's Waltham man in noise row

A WINCHESTER teenager who stabbed a man with a fish knife in a row over late-night noise has been jailed .
Kieren Clarke had been drinking heavily with a friend when victim Roy Bradbeer , 60 , heard shouting and vulgar language outside his home at around 10pm .
Mr Bradbeer left his house , in Battery Hill , Bishop ’ s Waltham , to tell the pair to move on , but was said to have felt threatened and punched the teenagers to the ground , Winchester Crown Court was told today ( Thursday ) .
There was a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who can not be named for legal reasons , attacked the victim .
In sentencing , Mr Recorder J Waddington QC said : “ A neighbour saw you both pull him to the ground and both of you were kicking him as Mr Bradbeer curled up into a ball.
” The 18-year-old , of May Tree Close , Badger Farm , took out a knife and stabbed Mr Bradbeer in the chest , just above his right nipple , which penetrated the chest and “ nipped the lung ” .
Clarke was found @ @ @ @ @ @ @ intent following a trial at Salisbury Crown Court in September , where he claimed he did not mean to stab his victim in chest but in his arm .
During the trial the jury were played Clarke 's phone call to police after the incident where he asked to be arrested .
He later told officers the field that he had dumped the knife in .
In mitigation , Gemma White said her client accepted responsibility for the injury and that he had “ acted disproportionately ” but questioned that the stabbing was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ age and lack of maturity is portrayed as a significant factor that led to the commission of the offence , ” Ms White continued .
“ He was visibly emotional and visibly distressed at times [ during the trial ] .
“ He is a young man with a very supportive family .
This has been a significant knock that has been felt more widely than just the young man sitting in the dock today.
” Clarke previously pleaded guilty to being in possession of a bladed article during a hearing at Basingstoke @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Clarke for three years , sending him to a youth offenders institute .
He said : “ It was a gratuitous and dangerous act of aggression on your part , you intended to cause him serious harm .
“ You stabbed a man in the chest , it is fortunate that you did not cause more serious injury – you could have killed him .
”

Kieren Clarke had been drinking heavily with a friend when victim Roy Bradbeer, 60, heard shouting and vulgar language outside his home at around 10pm.
Mr Bradbeer left his house, in Battery Hill, Bishop’s Waltham, to tell the pair to move on, but was said to have felt threatened and punched the teenagers to the ground, Winchester Crown Court was told today (Thursday).
There was a scuffle and Clarke and his co-defendant, who cannot be named for legal reasons, attacked the victim.
In sentencing, Mr Recorder J Waddington QC said: “A neighbour saw you both pull him to the ground and both of you were kicking him as Mr Bradbeer curled up into a ball.”
The 18-year-old, of May Tree Close, Badger Farm, took out a knife and stabbed Mr Bradbeer in the chest, just above his right nipple, which penetrated the chest and “nipped the lung”.
Clarke was found guilty of causing grievous bodily harm with intent following a trial at Salisbury Crown Court in September, where he claimed he did not mean to stab his victim in chest but in his arm.
During the trial the jury were played Clarke's phone call to police after the incident where he asked to be arrested. He later told officers the field that he had dumped the knife in.
In mitigation, Gemma White said her client accepted responsibility for the injury and that he had “acted disproportionately” but questioned that the stabbing was intended.
“The fact of his age and lack of maturity is portrayed as a significant factor that led to the commission of the offence,” Ms White continued.
“He was visibly emotional and visibly distressed at times [during the trial].
“He is a young man with a very supportive family. This has been a significant knock that has been felt more widely than just the young man sitting in the dock today.”
Clarke previously pleaded guilty to being in possession of a bladed article during a hearing at Basingstoke Magistrates’ Court.
Judge Waddington jailed Clarke for three years, sending him to a youth offenders institute.
He said: “It was a gratuitous and dangerous act of aggression on your part, you intended to cause him serious harm.
“You stabbed a man in the chest, it is fortunate that you did not cause more serious injury – you could have killed him.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Winchester Christmas lights switched on in secret due to Covid

WINCHESTER ’ S Christmas lights were switched on in secret last night due to Covid-19 .
The city 's BID @ @ @ @ @ would not be telling people when the switch-on would take place , as they did @ @ @ @ @ crowds and the potential spread of coronavirus .
Last night the BID team officially turned @ @ @ @ @ a handful of people looking on as the wandered down the High Street .
Following @ @ @ @ @ with their cameras to capture the festive decorations , along with the 38ft Christmas tree @ @ @ @ @ Usually thousands would gather to see a local hero push the big red button to @ @ @ @ @ be entertained by groups from across the city .
Despite the lack of fanfare this @ @ @ @ @ be plenty of festive fun for all throughout December , with a mulled wine trail @ @ @ @ @ nutcracker trail for families to complete with a chance to win prizes .
BID have @ @ @ @ @ ' to show the preparations to launch # FestiveWinch .

The city's BID had already confirmed that it would not be telling people when the switch-on would take place, as they did not want to risk large crowds and the potential spread of coronavirus.
Last night the BID team officially turned on the illuminations, with a handful of people looking on as the wandered down the High Street.
Following the switch-on photographers came out with their cameras to capture the festive decorations, along with the 38ft Christmas tree in its usual spot.
Usually thousands would gather to see a local hero push the big red button to turn on the lights and be entertained by groups from across the city.
Despite the lack of fanfare this year, there will still be plenty of festive fun for all throughout December, with a mulled wine trail for adults, and a nutcracker trail for families to complete with a chance to win prizes.
BID have also been filming 'festive footage' to show the preparations to launch #FestiveWinch.


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Hampshire one of the highest spenders when repairing potholes

HAMPSHIRE County Council is one of the highest spenders in the UK when it comes to repairing potholes .
According to research by MoneySuperMarket , the authority has spent £11,528,031 since January 2017 .
Data shows that this is the ninth highest total in the country .
In comparison , Stockport reported the lowest pothole spend of just £24,000 .
At the top of the list is neighbouring authority , Wiltshire Council , which has spent an eye watering £68,636,826 in the same time period .
Deepa Patel , car insurance spokesperson at MoneySuperMarket , said : “ As most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ real nuisance .
It ’ s not only that they can be dangerous from a safe driving perspective , but they can also cause damage to your car .
“ Burst tyres , problems with suspension and even damage to your vehicle ’ s body work – potholes can really make their presence felt .
“ The cost of repairs for this kind of damage can be high , so it ’ s important you have the correct level of insurance cover – particularly if you live in an area where potholes are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ data sent received from a Freedom of Information request , reveals that the UK ’ s top holiday destination , Cornwall , is the worst in the country for potholes .
Cornwall Council has received 210,331 reports of damaged roads since January 2017 .

According to research by MoneySuperMarket, the authority has spent £11,528,031 since January 2017.
Data shows that this is the ninth highest total in the country.
In comparison, Stockport reported the lowest pothole spend of just £24,000.
At the top of the list is neighbouring authority, Wiltshire Council, which has spent an eye watering £68,636,826 in the same time period.
Deepa Patel, car insurance spokesperson at MoneySuperMarket, said: “As most drivers will know, potholes are a real nuisance. It’s not only that they can be dangerous from a safe driving perspective, but they can also cause damage to your car.
“Burst tyres, problems with suspension and even damage to your vehicle’s body work – potholes can really make their presence felt.
“The cost of repairs for this kind of damage can be high, so it’s important you have the correct level of insurance cover – particularly if you live in an area where potholes are common.”
The analysis, based on data sent received from a Freedom of Information request, reveals that the UK’s top holiday destination, Cornwall, is the worst in the country for potholes.
Cornwall Council has received 210,331 reports of damaged roads since January 2017.


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--The Isle of Wight dormouse 'too chubby' to escape bird feeder

Meet the dormouse that climbed into a bird feeder , stuffed itself silly , and was 'too chubby to get out ' .
So it did the only sensible thing - went to sleep and waited for rescue .
I mean , c'mon .
We 've all done it , right ?
These adorable images of the mouse on the Isle of Wight went viral when they were sent to the Hampshire Dormouse Group and were later posted on social media .
Catherine Hadler , from the volunteer-run wildlife group , wrote on Facebook : `` The dormouse has entered @ @ @ @ @ @ @ food that it was too chubby to get out .
`` What a chunk .
Look at him !
`` Safe to say he will survive hibernation .
`` I messaged back how and where to release it and they successfully sent him rolling on his way ! ''
The Hampshire Dormouse Group works to protect this priority species .
Shockingly , hazel dormouse populations in Britain have declined by 51 per cent since the Millennium .
They are under threat from a loss of established habitat - whether it has been removed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by new developments , which destroy safe hedgerow and woodland corridors .
Sapling trees planted to replace the lost habitats are no substitute , said the Hampshire Dormouse Group , which warned if a population is cut off and isolated , it will die out , or lose its genetic diversity .
Scroll down to find out how to help ... How to help ... • Volunteer with conservation charities that help manage the countryside .
• Log sightings of dormice on the National Dormouse Database , with a photo and/or confirmed ID @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Join the Hampshire Dormouse Group in time to join a unique mapping project which starts in the spring .

So it did the only sensible thing - went to sleep and waited for rescue.
I mean, c'mon. We've all done it, right?
These adorable images of the mouse on the Isle of Wight went viral when they were sent to the Hampshire Dormouse Group and were later posted on social media.
Catherine Hadler, from the volunteer-run wildlife group, wrote on Facebook: "The dormouse has entered the bird feeder and eaten so much food that it was too chubby to get out.
"This made my week.
"What a chunk. Look at him!
"Safe to say he will survive hibernation.
"I messaged back how and where to release it and they successfully sent him rolling on his way!"
The Hampshire Dormouse Group works to protect this priority species.
Shockingly, hazel dormouse populations in Britain have declined by 51 per cent since the Millennium.
They are under threat from a loss of established habitat - whether it has been removed altogether, under-managed, or split up by new developments, which destroy safe hedgerow and woodland corridors.
Sapling trees planted to replace the lost habitats are no substitute, said the Hampshire Dormouse Group, which warned if a population is cut off and isolated, it will die out, or lose its genetic diversity.
Scroll down to find out how to help...
How to help...


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Hatchet Pond scheme due to be completed over the winter

WORK which aims to safeguard one of the best-known beauty spots in the New Forest is due to be carried out over the winter .
Forestry England wants to ensure the long-term survival of Hatchet Pond , near Beaulieu , by accelerating plans to close the public toilets and move the car park .
It follows complaints about the number of families who flocked there in the summer and the amount of anti-social behaviour that took place .
Locals say the environmentally-sensitive site turned into a busy activity centre , with people swimming , kayaking and paddleboarding .
Unauthorised camping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Hatchet Pond is the most wildlife-rich pond in lowland England and home to some of the rarest wetland plants .
Attempts to protect the important freshwater habitat began last year and are gathering pace following the `` unprecedented pressures '' it experienced after the first national lockdown .
As reported in the Daily Echo , the 12-acre site is suffering from pollution as well as over-use .
The area around the pond is eroding , allowing silt to drain into the water from the car park .
It has also led to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ raising the risk of contamination from the toilet block .
The car park will be returned to grassland and a new gravel facility provided on higher ground away from the water 's edge .
Supporters of Hatchet Pond having welcomed the plans , saying the presence of public toilets turned the site into an all-day visitor attraction , adding to the erosion and pollution .
Forestry England 's most senior officer in the district is the deputy surveyor , Bruce Rothnie .
He said : “ Hatchet Pond is an incredibly important place @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's one of the few places where you can still find so many rare species in one place .
It is also a special place for people to enjoy and appreciate nature and its beauty . ''
Funded by the Environment Agency , the restoration work will be carried out by Forestry England , the Freshwater Habitats Trust and Natural England .
Mr Rothnie added : “ Working together with other organisations involved in looking after the Forest we are taking action to help protect this incredibly valuable location , build wider awareness @ @ @ @ @ @ @ survival.
” Plans to remove the toilets , which have already closed as a result of storm damage , have been welcomed by Beaulieu and East Boldre parish councils .

Forestry England wants to ensure the long-term survival of Hatchet Pond, near Beaulieu, by accelerating plans to close the public toilets and move the car park.
It follows complaints about the number of families who flocked there in the summer and the amount of anti-social behaviour that took place.
Locals say the environmentally-sensitive site turned into a busy activity centre, with people swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding. Unauthorised camping is also reported to have taken place.
Hatchet Pond is the most wildlife-rich pond in lowland England and home to some of the rarest wetland plants.
Attempts to protect the important freshwater habitat began last year and are gathering pace following the "unprecedented pressures" it experienced after the first national lockdown.
As reported in the Daily Echo, the 12-acre site is suffering from pollution as well as over-use.
The area around the pond is eroding, allowing silt to drain into the water from the car park. It has also led to regular flooding of the parking area, raising the risk of contamination from the toilet block.
The car park will be returned to grassland and a new gravel facility provided on higher ground away from the water's edge.
Supporters of Hatchet Pond having welcomed the plans, saying the presence of public toilets turned the site into an all-day visitor attraction, adding to the erosion and pollution.
Forestry England's most senior officer in the district is the deputy surveyor, Bruce Rothnie.
He said: “Hatchet Pond is an incredibly important place for nature and wildlife.
"It's one of the few places where you can still find so many rare species in one place. It is also a special place for people to enjoy and appreciate nature and its beauty."
Funded by the Environment Agency, the restoration work will be carried out by Forestry England, the Freshwater Habitats Trust and Natural England.
Mr Rothnie added: “Working together with other organisations involved in looking after the Forest we are taking action to help protect this incredibly valuable location, build wider awareness of its importance and ensure its long-term survival.”
Plans to remove the toilets, which have already closed as a result of storm damage, have been welcomed by Beaulieu and East Boldre parish councils.


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Abbotswood School set to reopen after coronavirus case

A SCHOOL is set to reopen today after being forced to close due to a positive case of Covid-19 .
The headteacher of Abbotswood Junior School on Ringwood Road , Totton , confirmed the news of the closure in a letter to parents on Wednesday .
The decision was made after a member of the school tested positive for Covid-19 and whilst staff awaited further guidance from Public Health England ( PHE ) .
Over 600 pupils attend the school which was closed all day yesterday as a “ precaution ” , not as a result of a “ widespread @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A letter was also sent to children in relation to home learning .
The school is now set to reopen today following clarification from PHE .
Four bubbles of children have been asked to continue to self-isolate until November 26 .
They will continue their education from home .
The headteacher said : “ I was made aware late in the day on Wednesday that another member of our school community had tested positive for Covid-19 .
“ In consultation with Public Health England , the decision was made to close the school @ @ @ @ @ @ @ further clarification on the action that we need to take and , as a result , I can confirm that we have asked four bubbles to continue to self-isolate .
“ We look forward to welcoming back those in self-isolation assuming they are well enough to do so .
”

The headteacher of Abbotswood Junior School on Ringwood Road, Totton, confirmed the news of the closure in a letter to parents on Wednesday.
The decision was made after a member of the school tested positive for Covid-19 and whilst staff awaited further guidance from Public Health England (PHE).
Over 600 pupils attend the school which was closed all day yesterday as a “precaution”, not as a result of a “widespread outbreak” according to the head.
A letter was also sent to children in relation to home learning.
The school is now set to reopen today following clarification from PHE.
Four bubbles of children have been asked to continue to self-isolate until November 26.
They will continue their education from home.
The headteacher said: “I was made aware late in the day on Wednesday that another member of our school community had tested positive for Covid-19.
“In consultation with Public Health England, the decision was made to close the school.
“Public Health England has provided further clarification on the action that we need to take and, as a result, I can confirm that we have asked four bubbles to continue to self-isolate.
“We look forward to welcoming back those in self-isolation assuming they are well enough to do so.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Disney Fantasy cruise ship appears in Southampton docks

SOUTHAMPTON residents were delighted at the newest cruise ship to appear at the docks .
The Disney Fantasy was in @ @ @ @ @ along with an American Dodge police car that was parked in Mayflower Park .
The @ @ @ @ @ part of the Disney Cruise Line fleet and has been sailing around the world since @ @ @ @ @ .
It is the sister ship of the Disney Dream and was built by Meyer @ @ @ @ @ , beginning its maiden voyage on March 31 , 2012 .
The ship left the @ @ @ @ @ on Wednesday on its journey back to the United States .

The Disney Fantasy was in port yesterday (Wednesday) along with an American Dodge police car that was parked in Mayflower Park.
The 130k ton cruise liner is part of the Disney Cruise Line fleet and has been sailing around the world since it's commission in 2012.
It is the sister ship of the Disney Dream and was built by Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany, beginning its maiden voyage on March 31, 2012.
The ship left the Port of Southampton around 4pm on Wednesday on its journey back to the United States.


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Road in Waterlooville closed after fuel spillage

Commuters are being warned to expect long delays as a Hampshire road has been shut due to a fuel spillage @ @ @ @ @ , Waterlooville is closed in both directions this morning .
The section of the road @ @ @ @ @ and London Road ( A3 ) .
Update : Hampshire County Council has said the @ @ @ @ @ has been cleared and the road is now open in both directions .
# Purbrook @ @ @ @ @ and REOPENED in both directions between Penjar Ave and # A3 London Rd due to @ @ @ @ @ pic.twitter.com/R1xBRvoCml — ROMANSE ( @ ROMANSE ) November 20 , 2020

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thedailyecho--2020-11-20--First sculpture unveiled for Southampton's Discover Dolphins trail

THE first sculpture to feature on next year 's dolphin trail across Southampton has been revealed .
Created by city artist Nathan Evans , the dolphin will be displayed with 29 more next August .
He said the design , which incorporates the term 'Wisdom is Learning ' , is a visual interpretation of how the mammal communicates using soundwaves and clicks : echolocation .
And Charlie Langhorne , founder of public art events firm Wild in Art - a partner of the Discover Dolphins trail , hopes this and all the other sculptures `` put a smile '' back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ city .
• PHOTOS : Southampton goes wild on Zany Zebras ' first weekend He said : `` What we are doing is giving someone to opportunity to walk around a corner , bump into a sculpture and smile .
`` The trail really is going to bring colour , creativity , laughter and smiles to the streets of Southampton next year .
`` People will be able to see the work of artists and learn more about these amazing marine creatures .
`` We know 2020 has been a difficult year , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ smiling again . ''
The dolphins are not the first creature to take over the city .
Back in 2016 , an army of ‘ Zany Zebras ’ stampeded onto the streets .
Three years before that , Go Rhinos descended on Southampton too .
But now these life-sized fibreglass dolphins will be on show on a brand new trail around the city .
Following the trail , as in previous years , the sculptures will auctioned off to raise money for charity , with UK-based marine wildlife charity Whale and Dolphin Conversation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ around .
City council culture chief Satvir Kaur said that she ca n't wait to see the trail in the city .
`` With our maritime connections , and with dolphins previously being seen in Southampton waters , it is only fitting we get to enjoy them on our streets as well , '' she said .
`` It is also a great opportunity to support and showcase Southampton 's artistic talent .
`` As we sit here in second lockdown , lets have something to look forward to that celebrates Southampton .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ brighter , and definitely more colourful . ''

Created by city artist Nathan Evans, the dolphin will be displayed with 29 more next August.
He said the design, which incorporates the term 'Wisdom is Learning', is a visual interpretation of how the mammal communicates using soundwaves and clicks: echolocation.
And Charlie Langhorne, founder of public art events firm Wild in Art - a partner of the Discover Dolphins trail, hopes this and all the other sculptures "put a smile" back on the face of those in the city.
 Charlie Langhorne
He said: "What we are doing is giving someone to opportunity to walk around a corner, bump into a sculpture and smile.
"The trail really is going to bring colour, creativity, laughter and smiles to the streets of Southampton next year.
"People will be able to see the work of artists and learn more about these amazing marine creatures.
"We know 2020 has been a difficult year, but next year let's get people smiling again."
The dolphins are not the first creature to take over the city.
Back in 2016, an army of ‘Zany Zebras’ stampeded onto the streets.
Three years before that, Go Rhinos descended on Southampton too.
But now these life-sized fibreglass dolphins will be on show on a brand new trail around the city.
Following the trail, as in previous years, the sculptures will auctioned off to raise money for charity, with UK-based marine wildlife charity Whale and Dolphin Conversation (WDC) to benefit this time around.
City council culture chief Satvir Kaur said that she can't wait to see the trail in the city.
"With our maritime connections, and with dolphins previously being seen in Southampton waters, it is only fitting we get to enjoy them on our streets as well," she said.
"It is also a great opportunity to support and showcase Southampton's artistic talent.
"As we sit here in second lockdown, lets have something to look forward to that celebrates Southampton.
"Let's come back bigger, brighter, and definitely more colourful."


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Bronze Age burial site found in New Forest

A BRONZE Age burial site dating back more than 4,000 years has been unearthed in the New Forest .
Known as a ring-ditch monument , the `` highly significant '' site is thought to have played an important role in the local community for generations - but its exact purpose remains a mystery .
Bronze Age burial grounds often comprise a circular ditch surrounding an area that was used for cremations .
But experts say the one uncovered in the Forest appears to have been modified over a long period of time , suggesting it may have been used for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ along with five Bronze Age cremation urns , is on the Beaulieu Estate .
During two digs at the location archaeologists and volunteers also found unexpected evidence of people living in the area during the much earlier Mesolithic period ( 8,000-2,700 BC ) .
Their work has provided fascinating facts about the prehistoric communities who once inhabited the area .
The investigations were part of a project led by the New Forest National Park Authority ( NPA ) and supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund through the Our Past , Our Future @ @ @ @ @ @ @ included experts from the NPA and Bournemouth University .
Community archaeologist Hilde van der Heul said : `` This project is a great example of how quality archaeological research can be undertaken as part of a community project , with volunteers learning archaeological techniques and processes .
`` The project aimed to give a better understanding of the New Forest ’ s prehistoric past .
`` It was an exciting opportunity for volunteers with an interest in archaeology and heritage to get some hands-on experience in the field , especially with rare and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ digs were carried out in 2018 and 2019 but the results have only just been revealed .
• Human remains 'kept as relics ' during Bronze Age Five Bronze Age urns were discovered , three of which were carefully excavated at Bournemouth University and found to contain cremated human bone .
Soil samples were processed at the university while pottery , flint and other finds were analysed by specialists .
He said : `` Monuments with 'entrances ' and apparent open interiors such as this one may have been meeting spaces used to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ There 's evidence of regular modification and an apparent continuity of use over a long time , implying the monument was perhaps more than a burial place and played a significant role in the community for many generations . ''

Known as a ring-ditch monument, the "highly significant" site is thought to have played an important role in the local community for generations - but its exact purpose remains a mystery.
Bronze Age burial grounds often comprise a circular ditch surrounding an area that was used for cremations.
But experts say the one uncovered in the Forest appears to have been modified over a long period of time, suggesting it may have been used for rituals and ceremonies.
The ring-ditch, along with five Bronze Age cremation urns, is on the Beaulieu Estate.
During two digs at the location archaeologists and volunteers also found unexpected evidence of people living in the area during the much earlier Mesolithic period (8,000-2,700 BC).
Their work has provided fascinating facts about the prehistoric communities who once inhabited the area.
The investigations were part of a project led by the New Forest National Park Authority (NPA) and supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund through the Our Past, Our Future, Landscape Partnership Scheme.
The team included experts from the NPA and Bournemouth University.
Community archaeologist Hilde van der Heul said: "This project is a great example of how quality archaeological research can be undertaken as part of a community project, with volunteers learning archaeological techniques and processes.
"The project aimed to give a better understanding of the New Forest’s prehistoric past.
"It was an exciting opportunity for volunteers with an interest in archaeology and heritage to get some hands-on experience in the field, especially with rare and important findings like these."
The digs were carried out in 2018 and 2019 but the results have only just been revealed.
Five Bronze Age urns were discovered, three of which were carefully excavated at Bournemouth University and found to contain cremated human bone. Soil samples were processed at the university while pottery, flint and other finds were analysed by specialists.
Jon Milward is project officer with Bournemouth University Archaeological Research Consultancy.
He said: "Monuments with 'entrances' and apparent open interiors such as this one may have been meeting spaces used to carry out rituals and ceremonies.
"There's evidence of regular modification and an apparent continuity of use over a long time, implying the monument was perhaps more than a burial place and played a significant role in the community for many generations."


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Proposed new Ringwood care home will have its own cinema

PLANS to build a luxury care home boasting a cinema , bistro and hairdressing salon have been unveiled .
The 72-bedroom complex will be built on land off Hopclover Way , Ringwood , if proposals submitted to New Forest District Council are given the go-ahead .
The scheme has been devised by London-based Frontier Estates , which has already completed more than 150 projects across the country .
A design and access statement that forms part the application says : `` The proposal is to create a state of the art facility for elderly and frail residents with varying levels @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dementia .
`` The home would be fully compliant with current legislation and standards , and would exceed minimum standards in all aspects of accommodation and construction .
`` The project is promoted on the basis of local and national recognised need for safe and secure accommodation for those who are unable to care for themselves at home and are generally deemed medically suitable for discharge from hospital .
`` The accommodation will include facilities such as a bistro , cinema room , hairdresser and meeting rooms . ''
Less frail residents will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them to access small patio gardens .
Other pensioners will be allocated rooms on the upper storey .
The statement says : “ There must be flexibility over time to allow the mix of residents to change as circumstances vary .
`` It 's important that movement through and around the home allows for independent access to each group without the disturbance to residents of passing through one unit to gain access to another.
” The grounds will be professionally landscaped with activity zones , dementia-friendly areas and relaxation spaces .
Windows will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sills to allow wheelchair users and bedbound residents to enjoy views of the gardens .
• Romsey care home set to get the green light According to Frontier Estates the proposed development will provide much-needed care facilities as well as improving the existing site and the surrounding environment .
The application says : `` The design aims to be sensitive to the scale of surrounding buildings and its rural context .
It strives to maximise the sense of openness and outlook , both to and from the site especially along Hopclover Way and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been driven by the intent to create an excellent environment for its future occupants as well as the wider community .
“ Not only does providing tailor-made accommodation ease the demand on care services , but it also frees up family-sized housing , allowing other residents to move up the property ladder.
” The application is due to be considered by the district council before January 25 next year .

The 72-bedroom complex will be built on land off Hopclover Way, Ringwood, if proposals submitted to New Forest District Council are given the go-ahead.
The scheme has been devised by London-based Frontier Estates, which has already completed more than 150 projects across the country.
A design and access statement that forms part the application says: "The proposal is to create a state of the art facility for elderly and frail residents with varying levels of dependency and a significant degree of dementia.
"The home would be fully compliant with current legislation and standards, and would exceed minimum standards in all aspects of accommodation and construction.
"The project is promoted on the basis of local and national recognised need for safe and secure accommodation for those who are unable to care for themselves at home and are generally deemed medically suitable for discharge from hospital.
"The accommodation will include facilities such as a bistro, cinema room, hairdresser and meeting rooms."
Less frail residents will be given ground floor rooms to allow them to access small patio gardens. Other pensioners will be allocated rooms on the upper storey.
The statement says: “There must be flexibility over time to allow the mix of residents to change as circumstances vary.
"It's important that movement through and around the home allows for independent access to each group without the disturbance to residents of passing through one unit to gain access to another.”
The grounds will be professionally landscaped with activity zones, dementia-friendly areas and relaxation spaces.
Windows will be larger than normal, with lower sills to allow wheelchair users and bedbound residents to enjoy views of the gardens.
According to Frontier Estates the proposed development will provide much-needed care facilities as well as improving the existing site and the surrounding environment.
The application says: "The design aims to be sensitive to the scale of surrounding buildings and its rural context. It strives to maximise the sense of openness and outlook, both to and from the site especially along Hopclover Way and towards Castleman Trail.
"The approach has been driven by the intent to create an excellent environment for its future occupants as well as the wider community.
“Not only does providing tailor-made accommodation ease the demand on care services, but it also frees up family-sized housing, allowing other residents to move up the property ladder.”
The application is due to be considered by the district council before January 25 next year.


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Eastleigh pub giving Christmas lunches to elderly residents

A PUB , in partnership with several organisations , is set to host a free Christmas lunch event for elderly members of its community .
The Good Companion , on Leigh Road , Eastleigh will be hosting the events over two days to treat 60 people , many of whom haven ’ t been able to go out at all this year due to the Covid-19 crisis .
The event is being run in partnership with local charity , One Community , who are picking up and delivering the 60 attendees to and from the pub .
Eastleigh BID are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , as well as helping to serve food and drink on the day .
The cost of providing the free food and drink is being covered in full by the pubs brewery , Star Pubs & Bars Limited .
Daniel Morgan who is landlord at the pub , along with his partner Claire , said : “ It ’ s a group of vulnerable OAP ’ s who have been self isolating for most of the year .
“ We ’ ll giving them their lunch socially distanced and we ’ re also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ It ’ s just about being part of the community which has never been more important than right now.
” The date for the events has not yet been decided but the plan is to run it at some point in December once restrictions are eased .
All staff at the pub have volunteered to work the two days with no pay and Mayor of Eastleigh , Councillor Darshan Mann is also said to be making an appearance .
Jean Roberts-Jones from One Community said : “ We ’ re very concious @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who are on their own and haven ’ t been able to get and about so it ’ s nice that we can offer them something positive.
” Teresa Swann from Eastleigh BID said : “ We ’ ve helped in many things like this and it ’ s about getting involved with the community and being out their to help the people and the businesses .
“ To help with something like this is fantastic .
”

The Good Companion, on Leigh Road, Eastleigh will be hosting the events over two days to treat 60 people, many of whom haven’t been able to go out at all this year due to the Covid-19 crisis.
The event is being run in partnership with local charity, One Community, who are picking up and delivering the 60 attendees to and from the pub.
Eastleigh BID are also providing Christmas gifts for the attendees, as well as helping to serve food and drink on the day.
The cost of providing the free food and drink is being covered in full by the pubs brewery, Star Pubs & Bars Limited.
Daniel Morgan who is landlord at the pub, along with his partner Claire, said: “It’s a group of vulnerable OAP’s who have been self isolating for most of the year.
“We’ll giving them their lunch socially distanced and we’re also going to do a Christmas quiz.
“It’s just about being part of the community which has never been more important than right now.”
The date for the events has not yet been decided but the plan is to run it at some point in December once restrictions are eased.
All staff at the pub have volunteered to work the two days with no pay and Mayor of Eastleigh, Councillor Darshan Mann is also said to be making an appearance.
Jean Roberts-Jones from One Community said: “We’re very concious that there are a number of people who are on their own and haven’t been able to get and about so it’s nice that we can offer them something positive.”
Teresa Swann from Eastleigh BID said: “We’ve helped in many things like this and it’s about getting involved with the community and being out their to help the people and the businesses.
“To help with something like this is fantastic.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Proposal to extend house at Roys Copse, Dibden, withdrawn

PLANS to enlarge a house in the New Forest National Park have been withdrawn by the applicant .
The Lymington-based @ @ @ @ @ ) is no longer studying a proposal to build a single-storey extension to the back @ @ @ @ @ Copse in Dibden .
Hythe and Dibden Parish Council had urged the NPA to approve @ @ @ @ @ was also supported by a couple living near Larks Holme .
In a letter to @ @ @ @ @ `` We have no objections to this extension going ahead as it would not impact @ @ @ @ @ it would enhance the property . ''
No reason for the decision to withdraw the @ @ @ @ @

The Lymington-based National Park Authority (NPA) is no longer studying a proposal to build a single-storey extension to the back of Larks Holme at Roys Copse in Dibden.
Hythe and Dibden Parish Council had urged the NPA to approve the application.
The proposal was also supported by a couple living near Larks Holme.
In a letter to the NPA they said: "We have no objections to this extension going ahead as it would not impact on us and we feel it would enhance the property."
No reason for the decision to withdraw the application has been given.


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Civic chiefs submit proposal to alter Ipley Crossroads

PLANS to cut the crash risk at a notorious accident blackspot in the New Forest have taken another step forward .
Hampshire County Council has submitted a planning permission to convert Ipley Crossroads into a staggered junction in a bid to prevent more deaths .
It comes just weeks after the authority agreed to proceed with the £457,000 scheme .
Council bosses want to close an existing `` arm '' of the junction and build a new section of road to the south west .
A planning application submitted to the New Forest National Park Authority says more than 50 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1990 and 2019 , including two fatalities .
The application points out that northbound-southbound traffic on the C63 Beaulieu Road has priority at the junction .
But it adds : `` The open nature of the crossroads has resulted in many drivers ignoring road safety at the junction and driving straight over the C63 without giving way .
• Cyclist rushed to hospital after latest accident at Ipley Crossroads • Ipley Crossroads to be turned into staggered junction '' Numerous accidents have occurred where eastbound-westbound traffic on the C97 has crossed the C63 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ users .
`` A total of 52 Personal Injury Accidents ( PIAs ) have been recorded between January 1990 and August 2019 .
The includes two fatalities and 14 serious injuries .
`` The frequency and severity of the PIAs is increasing .
`` The prevention of another accident that results in serious injury or death is at the forefront of the justification for the proposed scheme . ''
The only public comment submitted so far has been made by a cyclist living at Thornbury Avenue in Southampton .
In a letter to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ says : `` I support this application .
It 's always a nervous experience approaching this junction while cycling to/from Beaulieu as many drivers apply only to take a cursory view when crossing the junction .
`` A friend of mine sadly died at the junction .
A needless loss of life . ''

Hampshire County Council has submitted a planning permission to convert Ipley Crossroads into a staggered junction in a bid to prevent more deaths.
It comes just weeks after the authority agreed to proceed with the £457,000 scheme.
Council bosses want to close an existing "arm" of the junction and build a new section of road to the south west.
A planning application submitted to the New Forest National Park Authority says more than 50 injury accidents occurred at the crossroads between 1990 and 2019, including two fatalities.
The application points out that northbound-southbound traffic on the C63 Beaulieu Road has priority at the junction.
But it adds: "The open nature of the crossroads has resulted in many drivers ignoring road safety at the junction and driving straight over the C63 without giving way.
"Numerous accidents have occurred where eastbound-westbound traffic on the C97 has crossed the C63 and collided with cyclists and other road users.
"A total of 52 Personal Injury Accidents (PIAs) have been recorded between January 1990 and August 2019. The includes two fatalities and 14 serious injuries.
"The frequency and severity of the PIAs is increasing.
"The prevention of another accident that results in serious injury or death is at the forefront of the justification for the proposed scheme."
The only public comment submitted so far has been made by a cyclist living at Thornbury Avenue in Southampton.
In a letter to the New Forest National Park Authority he says: "I support this application. It's always a nervous experience approaching this junction while cycling to/from Beaulieu as many drivers apply only to take a cursory view when crossing the junction.
"A friend of mine sadly died at the junction. A needless loss of life."


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--The last surviving 1931 Jowett Kingfisher and the eight other classic cars from my collection

FROM a very rare 1927 Chevrolet Capital AA convertible to a 1986 Lincoln Excaliber eight seater stretched limousine , David Butcher has one impressive nine car garage .
The car enthusiast , who lives near Winchester , believes modern cars are soulless and prefers his incredible collection of classic vehicles .
David also owns what is believed to be the last surviving 1931 Jowett Kingfisher , as well as a 1977 Leyland Princess , an underrated vehicle now rare on Britain ’ s roads but which were a favourite of David ’ s father during his childhood .
His 1980 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and underrated British Leyland car and he has a 1980 Triumph TR7V8 convertible in rally colours .
A 1994 Rover Metro 1.4Li CVT automatic is David ’ s wife 's daily drive while a 2003 Renault Grand Espace 3.5 V6 is their seven seater workhorse .
David ’ s 2009 Graber La Bala Northstar is a LHD limited production two seater sports car built in Texas .
He told the Daily Echo : “ Most modern cars are soulless , both to look at and drive .
Most classic cars have a unique @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to maintain with less clever electronics and features just waiting to go wrong.
” Petrolhead David has owned over 50 cars , but the ones that stand out are a 1982 Cobra 289 replica , a 1998 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra convertible and a 1996 Lotus 7 replica .
A 2001 AMG ML55 was so much fun to drive , David ’ s 1986 Renault 5 GT Turbo was one of the best pocket rockets ever made and his 1990 Renault 5 GT Turbo EBS convertible was one of only 14 right hand @ @ @ @ @ @ @ loves a drive on any mountain pass , especially Stelvio , Grossglockner , St Gotthard and Combe Laval , has tackled some seriously long drives in his time .
He once drove non stop the 830 miles from Cologne in Germany to Glasgow on Friday after work then back on Sunday afternoon to visit a girlfriend in 1987 .
He drove 760 miles non stop through Germany , France and Belgium on the first stage of a seven day classic car endurance rally in 2001 and 710 miles non stop towing a 14ft @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Croatia , for a family holiday in 1988 and back two weeks later .
To feature in Me and My Motor , visit dailyecho.co.uk/meandmymotor

The car enthusiast, who lives near Winchester, believes modern cars are soulless and prefers his incredible collection of classic vehicles.
David also owns what is believed to be the last surviving 1931 Jowett Kingfisher, as well as a 1977 Leyland Princess, an underrated vehicle now rare on Britain’s roads but which were a favourite of David’s father during his childhood.
His 1980 Austin Maxi 1750 automatic is another maligned and underrated British Leyland car and he has a 1980 Triumph TR7V8 convertible in rally colours.
A 1994 Rover Metro 1.4Li CVT automatic is David’s wife's daily drive while a 2003 Renault Grand Espace 3.5 V6 is their seven seater workhorse.
David’s 2009 Graber La Bala Northstar is a LHD limited production two seater sports car built in Texas.
He told the Daily Echo: “Most modern cars are soulless, both to look at and drive. Most classic cars have a unique character, they are also much easier to maintain with less clever electronics and features just waiting to go wrong.”
Petrolhead David has owned over 50 cars, but the ones that stand out are a 1982 Cobra 289 replica, a 1998 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra convertible and a 1996 Lotus 7 replica.
A 2001 AMG ML55 was so much fun to drive, David’s 1986 Renault 5 GT Turbo was one of the best pocket rockets ever made and his 1990 Renault 5 GT Turbo EBS convertible was one of only 14 right hand drive cars ever built.
David who loves a drive on any mountain pass, especially Stelvio, Grossglockner, St Gotthard and Combe Laval, has tackled some seriously long drives in his time.
He once drove non stop the 830 miles from Cologne in Germany to Glasgow on Friday after work then back on Sunday afternoon to visit a girlfriend in 1987. He drove 760 miles non stop through Germany, France and Belgium on the first stage of a seven day classic car endurance rally in 2001 and 710 miles non stop towing a 14ft catamaran from Cologne to Porec, now in Croatia, for a family holiday in 1988 and back two weeks later.
To feature in Me and My Motor, visit dailyecho.co.uk/meandmymotor


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--When should you put your Christmas tree up and take it down?

Experts have cleared up an age-old question as to when is the right time to put a Christmas tree and take it down .
Horticultural experts from GardeningExpress.co.uk also offered essential safety advice and tips on popular traditions .
The best and worst locations to place a Christmas tree in the home and the best approach to take with decorating it have also been revealed .
What have experts said ?
A spokesperson for GardeningExpress.co.uk said : “ After the ups and downs of 2020 , many families are now looking to Christmas as a beacon of hope – either @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year or redeem it entirely .
“ We ’ re still unsure what Covid-19 restrictions are going to look like over the Christmas period but Brits are still keen to get their trees up and homes decorated ahead of the big day .
“ But if you ’ re opting for a real tree , you shouldn ’ t put it up too early or leave it up too late for a variety of reasons including quality , safety , tradition and superstition .
“ Putting yours in the wrong spot in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ families a host of unnecessary problems.
” 1 .
When should Christmas Trees be put up ?
There ’ s no fixed date that ’ s correct , with public displays in prominent locations launching throughout November and Advent dictating four Sundays before Christmas .
Many families will wait until the 1st of December or the first weekend of December to put up a domestic tree , but real trees only survive in top condition , even if looked after properly , for around a month .
So , it ’ s probably @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of December before purchasing a Christmas tree , so that it ’ s still looking it ’ s best until it ’ s taken down after New Year celebrations are over .
2 .
Where should domestic trees be located ?
Every home is different , but the key things to consider are visibility and obstructions – there ’ s no point having a Christmas tree at home if it ’ s hidden away in the spare bedroom where it can ’ t be enjoyed , but it shouldn ’ t be placed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ areas , tables or seating .
Traditional locations including a corner of the living room , a large hallway or the dining room are all acceptable , but avoid the kitchen , unused rooms or anywhere upstairs .
It ’ s also vital to pick a spot that ’ s close to a power outlet , so there aren ’ t extension cables stretching across the house if using electric Christmas tree lights , and far away from any air vents , so that your cut real tree doesn ’ t dry out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decorations be used ?
Decorations on domestic Christmas trees should be used sparingly , with a view to quality over quantity for a dignified celebration of the festive season .
Real trees need to be allowed to breath and the natural branches seen , so don ’ t strangle it with any more than a single spiral of lights and keep tinsel away from the tree completely .
A small amount of larger wooden , glass and metal decorations , generally in traditional red and white , will probably look much better dangling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ little plastic baubles in garish colours .
Your tree should be topped with a simple star .
4 .
Are there any safety considerations ?
Make sure your tree is robust enough to resist toppling by pets bumping into it and stood so that children can ’ t bump into it .
To avoid unnecessary fire hazards , use only safe low energy lights , keep your Christmas tree well-watered and dispose of it as soon as it appears too dry .
Attach decorations to branches securely and tie or firmly hook them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hang too loosely which could mean they possibly fall and break .
If using a ladder to put up a tall tree or decorations , ensure it is stable and you have assistance – this applies if it ’ s heavy too .
5 .
When should Christmas Trees be taken down ?
It ’ s long been considered unlucky to keep your Christmas tree , as well as other decorations , up beyond the Twelfth Night after the big day itself .
But avoiding misfortune is tricky because for some the Twelfth @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to mark the visit to Jesus by the Three Wise Men , whilst others believe the Twelfth Night that marks the end of Christmas is the 5th of January , if you count twelve nights including Christmas Day night .
Any Christmas Trees that are still standing on the 7th of January , though , could well bring bad luck according to all .

Horticultural experts from GardeningExpress.co.uk also offered essential safety advice and tips on popular traditions.
The best and worst locations to place a Christmas tree in the home and the best approach to take with decorating it have also been revealed.
What have experts said?
A spokesperson for GardeningExpress.co.uk said: “After the ups and downs of 2020, many families are now looking to Christmas as a beacon of hope – either to mark the end of a terrible year or redeem it entirely.
“We’re still unsure what Covid-19 restrictions are going to look like over the Christmas period but Brits are still keen to get their trees up and homes decorated ahead of the big day.
“But if you’re opting for a real tree, you shouldn’t put it up too early or leave it up too late for a variety of reasons including quality, safety, tradition and superstition.
“Putting yours in the wrong spot in the house or over-decorating it can also cause families a host of unnecessary problems.”
Christmas tree top questions - Here's what experts say:
1. When should Christmas Trees be put up?
There’s no fixed date that’s correct, with public displays in prominent locations launching throughout November and Advent dictating four Sundays before Christmas.
Many families will wait until the 1st of December or the first weekend of December to put up a domestic tree, but real trees only survive in top condition, even if looked after properly, for around a month.
So, it’s probably best to wait until the second week of December before purchasing a Christmas tree, so that it’s still looking it’s best until it’s taken down after New Year celebrations are over.
2. Where should domestic trees be located?
Every home is different, but the key things to consider are visibility and obstructions – there’s no point having a Christmas tree at home if it’s hidden away in the spare bedroom where it can’t be enjoyed, but it shouldn’t be placed in the way of doors, storage areas, tables or seating.
Traditional locations including a corner of the living room, a large hallway or the dining room are all acceptable, but avoid the kitchen, unused rooms or anywhere upstairs.
It’s also vital to pick a spot that’s close to a power outlet, so there aren’t extension cables stretching across the house if using electric Christmas tree lights, and far away from any air vents, so that your cut real tree doesn’t dry out too quickly.
3. How should decorations be used?
Decorations on domestic Christmas trees should be used sparingly, with a view to quality over quantity for a dignified celebration of the festive season.
Real trees need to be allowed to breath and the natural branches seen, so don’t strangle it with any more than a single spiral of lights and keep tinsel away from the tree completely.
A small amount of larger wooden, glass and metal decorations, generally in traditional red and white, will probably look much better dangling from the branches than a sea of little plastic baubles in garish colours. Your tree should be topped with a simple star.
4. Are there any safety considerations?
Make sure your tree is robust enough to resist toppling by pets bumping into it and stood so that children can’t bump into it.
To avoid unnecessary fire hazards, use only safe low energy lights, keep your Christmas tree well-watered and dispose of it as soon as it appears too dry.
Attach decorations to branches securely and tie or firmly hook them in place, rather than letting them hang too loosely which could mean they possibly fall and break.
If using a ladder to put up a tall tree or decorations, ensure it is stable and you have assistance – this applies if it’s heavy too.
5. When should Christmas Trees be taken down?
It’s long been considered unlucky to keep your Christmas tree, as well as other decorations, up beyond the Twelfth Night after the big day itself.
But avoiding misfortune is tricky because for some the Twelfth Night is the 6th of January, to mark the visit to Jesus by the Three Wise Men, whilst others believe the Twelfth Night that marks the end of Christmas is the 5th of January, if you count twelve nights including Christmas Day night.
Any Christmas Trees that are still standing on the 7th of January, though, could well bring bad luck according to all.


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Eastleigh College commended in national awards

A COLLEGE has been commended for the careers and progression support it provides to its students .
Eastleigh College was commended by the Association of Colleges by being shortlisted for this year 's Beacon Awards .
The awards celebrate the best and most innovative practice among UK colleges each year and highlight the breadth and quality of education in the college sector .
The college ’ s career and work readiness team is said to have a proven history of successfully guiding and championing learners ensuring they are fully aware of the opportunities available to them .
It provides guidance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also 'sows the seeds regarding career options ' that may not have otherwise considered .
Eastleigh College ’ s Vice Principal , Commercial & Customer Services , Darren Coventry , said : “ The careers team goes above and beyond providing a host of workshops , talks and careers events , as well as dedicated one-to-one support for learners .
`` As well as being experienced and extremely knowledgeable , their advice is impartial and always in the best interest of the learner.
” Eastleigh College is the only FE college in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Careers Standard , and has a dedicated SUN ( Southern Universities Network ) Progression Mentor raising students ’ aspirations .
The college ’ s Careers Lead , Trudy McKenzie said : “ Some learners know exactly what they want to do , while others may have no idea or have their plans thwarted , sadly something that has been unavoidable for some during the Covid pandemic .
“ At Eastleigh College , the careers team works in tandem with lecturers , learning mentors , the apprenticeships team and a whole host of external @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
”

Eastleigh College was commended by the Association of Colleges by being shortlisted for this year's Beacon Awards.
The awards celebrate the best and most innovative practice among UK colleges each year and highlight the breadth and quality of education in the college sector.
The college’s career and work readiness team is said to have a proven history of successfully guiding and championing learners ensuring they are fully aware of the opportunities available to them.
It provides guidance for university and apprenticeship applications, but also 'sows the seeds regarding career options' that may not have otherwise considered.
Eastleigh College’s Vice Principal, Commercial & Customer Services, Darren Coventry, said: “The careers team goes above and beyond providing a host of workshops, talks and careers events, as well as dedicated one-to-one support for learners.
"As well as being experienced and extremely knowledgeable, their advice is impartial and always in the best interest of the learner.”
Eastleigh College is the only FE college in the county to have gained the Quality in Careers Standard, and has a dedicated SUN (Southern Universities Network) Progression Mentor raising students’ aspirations.
The college’s Careers Lead, Trudy McKenzie said: “Some learners know exactly what they want to do, while others may have no idea or have their plans thwarted, sadly something that has been unavoidable for some during the Covid pandemic.
“At Eastleigh College, the careers team works in tandem with lecturers, learning mentors, the apprenticeships team and a whole host of external parties to ensure every learner is supported.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Virtual exhibition used to consult Fareham on Local Plan

A VIRTUAL exhibition is being used to consult residents on development near to them .
Fareham Borough Council 's traditional meetings are not possible currently due to coronavirus restrictions .
Because of this , the new virtual exhibition is being used to still reach as many residents as possible and consult them on the Local Plan for the area .
Details about how to take part in the consultation have been distributed to houses across the Borough in the Council ’ s magazine ‘ Fareham Today ’ , which is also available online .
Councillor Seán Woodward said : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have their say on our proposed approach to development across the Borough .
`` This virtual exhibition is a first for us and I hope that it will allow people that can ’ t usually attend a meeting because of other commitments to take the time to look through the evidence and have their say . ''
The virtual exhibition platform features a welcome video , a guide , a presentation setting out the proposed approach to the Publication Local Plan , an interactive map , links to supporting evidence , a timeline @ @ @ @ @ @ @ contact details for arranging to speak to a Planning Officer .
It can be accessed through the Fareham Borough Council website .

Fareham Borough Council's traditional meetings are not possible currently due to coronavirus restrictions.
Because of this, the new virtual exhibition is being used to still reach as many residents as possible and consult them on the Local Plan for the area.
Details about how to take part in the consultation have been distributed to houses across the Borough in the Council’s magazine ‘Fareham Today’, which is also available online.
Councillor Seán Woodward said: "It is really important for residents to have their say on our proposed approach to development across the Borough.
"This virtual exhibition is a first for us and I hope that it will allow people that can’t usually attend a meeting because of other commitments to take the time to look through the evidence and have their say."
The virtual exhibition platform features a welcome video, a guide, a presentation setting out the proposed approach to the Publication Local Plan, an interactive map, links to supporting evidence, a timeline showing the Council’s progress and contact details for arranging to speak to a Planning Officer.
It can be accessed through the Fareham Borough Council website.


thedailyecho--2020-11-20--Employment and skills expert pays visit to Eastleigh College

INTERNS at Eastleigh College have benefitted from advice given in a visit from an employment and skills expert .
Lea Hampton , Employment and Skills manager with Eastleigh Borough Council is said to be working to promote awareness of where there are skills shortages and encourage the development of skills .
Lea delivered the interactive presentation to over 30 learners at the college .
She is also a champion of the borough ’ s One Horton Heath initiative , a new development , focusing its approach on people , place making and large-scale environmental improvement .
Lea said : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ both young people and adults already in careers on their career journeys , by providing labour market information , training and other learning opportunities , and knowledge of where the local job needs are likely to be in the short and medium term .
“ As someone who works in the community , it is great to be able to meet and talk with learners and find out about the industry-focused training that is available locally.
” Lead job coach at the college Liz Wright said the interns gained a lot from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' to welcome a speaker on campus when most learning is currently online .

Lea Hampton, Employment and Skills manager with Eastleigh Borough Council is said to be working to promote awareness of where there are skills shortages and encourage the development of skills.
Lea delivered the interactive presentation to over 30 learners at the college.
She is also a champion of the borough’s One Horton Heath initiative, a new development, focusing its approach on people, place making and large-scale environmental improvement.
Lea said: “Part of my role is to support both young people and adults already in careers on their career journeys, by providing labour market information, training and other learning opportunities, and knowledge of where the local job needs are likely to be in the short and medium term.
“As someone who works in the community, it is great to be able to meet and talk with learners and find out about the industry-focused training that is available locally.”
Lead job coach at the college Liz Wright said the interns gained a lot from the visit and said it was "uplifting" to welcome a speaker on campus when most learning is currently online.