thedailyecho--2020-09-23--A look into Swaythling Methodist Church

A look into Swaythling Methodist Church

A landmark building that has served the community for the best part of a century is up for sale .
What does its future have in store ?
In 2018 the Rank Hovis McDougal Flour Mill in Southampton ’ s Western Docks ceased being used for this purpose .
Efforts were made to find alternative uses for the building but without success .
Historic England decided not to list the building and the decision was taken to demolish it .
The Art Deco mill had been built for Joseph Rank in the 1930s , the first building on the newly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ familiar landmark in the city .
Joseph Rank has associations with another landmark building in Southampton which currently also has an uncertain future as to how it may be used .
At the end of the First World War there was a move for better housing for working people which led to the 1919 Housing Act .
Southampton Corporation responded to the need for housing locally by developing land in Swaythling .
In 1926 the first local authority houses on the Northern side of Burgess Road were built and shortly after local architect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Stoneham Lane and Ethelburt Avenue as part of his Bassett Green Estate .
To meet the new and growing community ’ s need for religious worship the Church of England built the impressive church of St Albans in Tulip Road in 1933 to replace the old tin tabernacle church of St Agnes in Portswood Road .
A little earlier in 1928 William Collins , the father of Herbert , had offered the Methodist Church land in Burgess Road at Swaythling valued at £1,000 on which to build a church as well as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was opposite the site of Burgess Street Farm , where the Argentine General Juan Manuel de Rosas lived in the late 19th century following his exile , and on the site of the Langhorn Gate Boundary Stone .
In addition to the land Collins also offered to donate £10,000 towards the cost of the building .
The land and the donation were accepted and Joseph Rank of Flour Mill fame promised a further £11,000 towards the building costs which were not expected to exceed £25,000 .
Herbert Collins was appointed as the architect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decided that the building “ should look as little like a church as possible ” .
Collins used buff bricks with alternate red brick headers to construct an octagonal building with a copper clad domed roof with a copper clad cupola .
The building was in his favoured Neo-Georgian style and could accommodate 1,000 worshippers .
Joseph Rank ’ s son , J Arthur Rank , was making a name for himself in the cinema world at the time and he insisted that the hall be fitted with a projector and sound system @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cinema as well as for worship .
Additional spacious buildings were constructed behind the church containing a number of meeting rooms and workshops that could hold about 1,000 people .
Air raid shelters were also added .
The Mayoress of Southampton , Mrs. Wooley , opened the Hall on October 5 , 1932 in the presence of the Mayor , Joseph Rank , Herbert Collins and several Methodist dignitaries .
In 1997 the church was grade II listed by Historic England .
Once open the Sunday School was very well supported by local @ @ @ @ @ @ @ show with its programme of popular cowboy films and cliffhanger serials .
Local children called it the tuppenny rush , two pence was the entry cost and the eager children would rush forward the moment the doors opened .
Films were also shown on Friday and Saturday evenings .
Within five years of opening the Second World War had begun and the buildings were used as a NAAFI canteen and in 1940 French troops evacuated from Dunkirk were housed there .
During bombing raids the roof provided an excellent viewing point for volunteer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by the verdigris roof of the hall as the copper had oxidized and it is said that it was easily recognised by enemy pilots during air raids .
Today this important building that has served the city and its local community so well is up for sale .
Thankfully it will not suffer the same fate as the flour mill .

In 2018 the Rank Hovis McDougal Flour Mill in Southampton’s Western Docks ceased being used for this purpose.
Efforts were made to find alternative uses for the building but without success.
Historic England decided not to list the building and the decision was taken to demolish it.
The Art Deco mill had been built for Joseph Rank in the 1930s, the first building on the newly reclaimed land, and had become a familiar landmark in the city.
Joseph Rank has associations with another landmark building in Southampton which currently also has an uncertain future as to how it may be used.
At the end of the First World War there was a move for better housing for working people which led to the 1919 Housing Act. Southampton Corporation responded to the need for housing locally by developing land in Swaythling.
In 1926 the first local authority houses on the Northern side of Burgess Road were built and shortly after local architect Herbert Collins began the development of houses in Stoneham Lane and Ethelburt Avenue as part of his Bassett Green Estate.
To meet the new and growing community’s need for religious worship the Church of England built the impressive church of St Albans in Tulip Road in 1933 to replace the old tin tabernacle church of St Agnes in Portswood Road.
A little earlier in 1928 William Collins, the father of Herbert, had offered the Methodist Church land in Burgess Road at Swaythling valued at £1,000 on which to build a church as well as educational and recreational facilities.
This land was opposite the site of Burgess Street Farm, where the Argentine General Juan Manuel de Rosas lived in the late 19th century following his exile, and on the site of the Langhorn Gate Boundary Stone.
In addition to the land Collins also offered to donate £10,000 towards the cost of the building. The land and the donation were accepted and Joseph Rank of Flour Mill fame promised a further £11,000 towards the building costs which were not expected to exceed £25,000.
Herbert Collins was appointed as the architect and in discussion with Rank it was decided that the building “should look as little like a church as possible”.
Collins used buff bricks with alternate red brick headers to construct an octagonal building with a copper clad domed roof with a copper clad cupola.
The building was in his favoured Neo-Georgian style and could accommodate 1,000 worshippers.
Joseph Rank’s son, J Arthur Rank, was making a name for himself in the cinema world at the time and he insisted that the hall be fitted with a projector and sound system so it could be used as a cinema as well as for worship.
Additional spacious buildings were constructed behind the church containing a number of meeting rooms and workshops that could hold about 1,000 people. Air raid shelters were also added.
The Mayoress of Southampton, Mrs. Wooley, opened the Hall on October 5, 1932 in the presence of the Mayor, Joseph Rank, Herbert Collins and several Methodist dignitaries.
In 1997 the church was grade II listed by Historic England.
Once open the Sunday School was very well supported by local children as was the Saturday afternoon film show with its programme of popular cowboy films and cliffhanger serials.
Local children called it the tuppenny rush, two pence was the entry cost and the eager children would rush forward the moment the doors opened. Films were also shown on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Within five years of opening the Second World War had begun and the buildings were used as a NAAFI canteen and in 1940 French troops evacuated from Dunkirk were housed there.
During bombing raids the roof provided an excellent viewing point for volunteer fire watchers.
Local children were amused by the verdigris roof of the hall as the copper had oxidized and it is said that it was easily recognised by enemy pilots during air raids.
Today this important building that has served the city and its local community so well is up for sale. Thankfully it will not suffer the same fate as the flour mill.
Godfrey Collyer is a tour guide with SeeSouthampton.co.uk .


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Eastleigh dog dies following crowdfunding effort by family

A PUPPY whose vet bills were being crowdfunded has died .
Jax , a 13 week old Spreagle , had been having tests for weeks to try and find out what was wrong with him .
He was struck down by a mystery illness two days after moving in with his new family in Eastleigh .
His new owners maxed out their credit cards , spent their savings , and set up a GoFundMe page to be able to afford the veterinary bills .
Jax passed away on September 18 and specialists are still not completely sure what was wrong @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have been Canine Distemper .
Heidi Smith , Jax ’ owner , said : “ We ’ re okay , a little bit numb at the moment .
“ The kids haven ’ t lost a pet before , so it ’ s quite difficult for them.
” “ We ’ re having him cremated , and want him home as soon as possible.
” The family don ’ t know how much they owe for vet bills but were originally told it could be anything between £3000 and £6000 .
As they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ healthy when they got him , the insurance company has refused to pay out .
The breeder was fully registered and works at a vets .
She gave the money paid for Jax , back to help towards bills .
She also wrote a letter stating that when the vet saw the litter , they all appeared fit and healthy .
Heidi has now passed that letter on to the insurance company in the hope that they will reconsider .
The money raised on the GoFundMe page came to £320 , and if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the family want to donate that money to the animal welfare charity , Dogs Trust .

Jax, a 13 week old Spreagle, had been having tests for weeks to try and find out what was wrong with him.
He was struck down by a mystery illness two days after moving in with his new family in Eastleigh.
His new owners maxed out their credit cards, spent their savings, and set up a GoFundMe page to be able to afford the veterinary bills.
Jax passed away on September 18 and specialists are still not completely sure what was wrong with him, but think it may have been Canine Distemper.
Heidi Smith, Jax’ owner, said: “We’re okay, a little bit numb at the moment.
“The kids haven’t lost a pet before, so it’s quite difficult for them.”
“We’re having him cremated, and want him home as soon as possible.”
The family don’t know how much they owe for vet bills but were originally told it could be anything between £3000 and £6000.
As they couldn’t prove that Jax was healthy when they got him, the insurance company has refused to pay out.
The breeder was fully registered and works at a vets. She gave the money paid for Jax, back to help towards bills.
She also wrote a letter stating that when the vet saw the litter, they all appeared fit and healthy.
Heidi has now passed that letter on to the insurance company in the hope that they will reconsider.
The money raised on the GoFundMe page came to £320, and if the insurance money does come through, the family want to donate that money to the animal welfare charity, Dogs Trust.


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Mum fundraising to help children hurt in Winchester bus crash

A MOTHER is raising money to support the schoolchildren who suffered life-changing injuries in a bus crash in Winchester earlier this month .
Rachael Moran launched her efforts following a chance meeting with one of the affected families in hospital on the day of the collision .
Having suffered severe injuries in an accident when she was aged just 12 , Rachael ’ s own experience came flooding back at Southampton General Hospital .
Three Henry Beaufort School pupils sustained “ potentially life-changing injuries ” as a result of the horrific incident , which saw a Stagecoach bus hit a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ conversations with one of the pupil ’ s mothers , Rachael set about raising funds to support the child .
After an outpouring of initial backing for a raffle promoted on social media , which still has tickets up for grabs , the 26-year-old is attempting to support the other youngsters who suffered traumatic injuries in the incident .
A fundraising event has been organised , scheduled to take place at Mai Tai in Poole , Dorset , on the evening of Monday , September 28 .
“ As a child I was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ accident , ” said Rachael .
“ Having a freak accident while being so young and having my parents going through it , being at the hospital after the bus crash just brought back every memory to me .
“ I sat there and cried .
It was like watching what happened to me , happen to someone else .
“ I remember the strain on my parents with buying makeup or taking me to appointments , my parents having to take time off work and struggling with money .
“ It was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ us .
I just thought I am the mum now , I know enough people and I am going to do something for these kids .
I don ’ t want them to feel the way I felt .
I want them to be a better version of what I was when I went through it and to have the right support.
” Rachael , who moved from Ringwood to Eastleigh earlier this year , was at the hospital on the day of crash as her son , who is asthmatic , had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
They ended up on the same ward as one of the children who required surgery due to injuries sustained in the collision .
The mother-of-two reached out to businesses across Bournemouth and Poole to obtain prizes for her initial raffle .
However , the support of Chris Lowe , of Mai Tai , took the effort to new heights , with him offering to host a socially-distanced event at the venue on September 28 , with all proceeds going to support the injured schoolchildren .
Rachael , an administrator for a tree @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ I feel so privileged Chris has come along to help .
He is like an angel .
I just couldn ’ t believe how kind he was .
“ We just want to try to support the kids as much as we can .
Without Chris ’ s help I couldn ’ t have dreamed of raising so much money.
” Several raffles are planned for the event , with prizes up for grabs from a variety of venues , cosmetic companies , salons and even a socially-distanced bachelor raffle .
Tickets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and can be obtained , along with tickets for her initial raffle , by messaging Rachael on Facebook – facebook.com/RachaelElizabeth93 .

Rachael Moran launched her efforts following a chance meeting with one of the affected families in hospital on the day of the collision.
Having suffered severe injuries in an accident when she was aged just 12, Rachael’s own experience came flooding back at Southampton General Hospital.
Three Henry Beaufort School pupils sustained “potentially life-changing injuries” as a result of the horrific incident, which saw a Stagecoach bus hit a railway bridge on September 10.
Following conversations with one of the pupil’s mothers, Rachael set about raising funds to support the child.
After an outpouring of initial backing for a raffle promoted on social media, which still has tickets up for grabs, the 26-year-old is attempting to support the other youngsters who suffered traumatic injuries in the incident. A fundraising event has been organised, scheduled to take place at Mai Tai in Poole, Dorset, on the evening of Monday, September 28.
“As a child I was in hospital after having quite a bad accident,” said Rachael.
“Having a freak accident while being so young and having my parents going through it, being at the hospital after the bus crash just brought back every memory to me.
“I sat there and cried. It was like watching what happened to me, happen to someone else.
“I remember the strain on my parents with buying makeup or taking me to appointments, my parents having to take time off work and struggling with money.
“It was a really dark and difficult time for us. I just thought I am the mum now, I know enough people and I am going to do something for these kids. I don’t want them to feel the way I felt. I want them to be a better version of what I was when I went through it and to have the right support.”
Rachael, who moved from Ringwood to Eastleigh earlier this year, was at the hospital on the day of crash as her son, who is asthmatic, had been struggling with breathing difficulties that day.
They ended up on the same ward as one of the children who required surgery due to injuries sustained in the collision.
The mother-of-two reached out to businesses across Bournemouth and Poole to obtain prizes for her initial raffle.
However, the support of Chris Lowe, of Mai Tai, took the effort to new heights, with him offering to host a socially-distanced event at the venue on September 28, with all proceeds going to support the injured schoolchildren.
Rachael, an administrator for a tree surgeon and landscaping business, added: “I feel so privileged Chris has come along to help. He is like an angel. I just couldn’t believe how kind he was.
“We just want to try to support the kids as much as we can. Without Chris’s help I couldn’t have dreamed of raising so much money.”
Several raffles are planned for the event, with prizes up for grabs from a variety of venues, cosmetic companies, salons and even a socially-distanced bachelor raffle.
Tickets for Monday’s fundraiser cost £5 and can be obtained, along with tickets for her initial raffle, by messaging Rachael on Facebook – facebook.com/RachaelElizabeth93.


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Primark update shoppers on the strict rules and safety measures in stores

Fashion and homewares company Primark have updated shoppers on the rules in their stores across the UK .
It comes after a sharp rise in the nationwide number of coronavirus cases in recent days , prompting the governments of the four devolved nations to tighten the rules in a bid to stop the virus from spreading .
Primark have confirmed that all stores have reopened in England , Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland .
Here 's a round-up of the rules and safety measures in Primark stores to keep staff and shoppers safe .
What safety measures are in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Nothing matters more to us than the health and wellbeing of our employees and customers .
`` We are closely following all safety advice from government , treating this guidance as the minimum standard , and will put rigorous health and safety measures in place in all stores ahead of reopening . ''
• A strict social distancing protocol : Limits on the number of customers allowed in store at any one time to allow for the appropriate distance in between customers and employees , following local government guidelines Clear signage and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ employees and additional security staff , to guide customers through the store in a way that limits contact with others .
Every second till will be closed to allow more space between customers and employees .
• Personal protection for employees and customers : Hand sanitiser stations will be made available at the entrance of the store .
Face masks have been made available to all employees .
Perspex screens have been installed on tills to protect customers and employees • Increased in-store cleaning : The frequency and rigour of store cleaning has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ such as tills , escalators , lifts , and employee areas in back of house .
Since reopening , Primark have temporarily closed their fitting rooms .
In a statement online , the company said : `` While we get used to this new normal we have temporarily closed off our fitting rooms .
`` We believe this is the right decision at this stage but we are continuously monitoring our re-openings and our health and safety policies and may review our fitting room policy as the situation develops . ''
However , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ item if they change their mind .
Where in the store are hand sanitisers located ?
Customers will be asked to sanitise their hands upon entry into the store .
What has changed to the queuing system at the tills ?
Primark 's website added : `` We have reconfigured our queuing system at our till points to allow for social distancing .
`` We have dedicated employees who are responsible for managing queues at tills .
`` In addition , every second till is closed , in order to leave appropriate space @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have been installed on open tills to protect customers and employees . ''
What are the rules on customers using lifts in stores ?
Primark say their lifts are in operation however to maintain social distancing measures only two people will be permitted in the lift at any one time .
Exceptions to this would be additional family members .
What are the face mask rules ?
Customers are requested to wear face coverings when visiting stores .
However , the company have n't stated whether staff will police the rule .
What @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
Primark are encouraging card payments and contactless when possible to minimise cash interactions .
The maximum limit is £45 .
Is there be a limited number of people allowed in the store ?
Yes , Primark say they are limiting the number of customers into stores at any one time , in line with government guidelines .
They add : `` We have dedicated employees who are responsible for managing queues at tills , our store entrances , and also monitoring the sales floor to ensure social distancing measures are being followed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the decision to temporarily close customer toilets until further notice .
The retailer said : `` We are happy to announce that a number of our Beauty Studios in the UK are now open .
`` We have worked with our beauty partners to introduce a range of safety measures to help ensure your safety and well-being while receiving beauty treatments .
`` These include additional space between nail tables to help allow customers to social distance ; our therapists will be wearing gloves and face masks during all treatments ; we have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we have also increased the frequency of cleaning in our beauty studios , including sanitising each station after every treatment .
`` Please note that customers must wear a face mask while receiving beauty treatments . ''
The company added : `` We are happy to announce that a number of our cafés in the UK are now open .
`` We are working closely with our service providers who have put rigorous health and safety measures in place in our cafés in our stores .
`` We are closely following all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bodies and treating these as the minimum standards in our stores . ''

It comes after a sharp rise in the nationwide number of coronavirus cases in recent days, prompting the governments of the four devolved nations to tighten the rules in a bid to stop the virus from spreading.
Primark have confirmed that all stores have reopened in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Here's a round-up of the rules and safety measures in Primark stores to keep staff and shoppers safe.
What safety measures are in places?
Primark's website states: "Nothing matters more to us than the health and wellbeing of our employees and customers.
"We are closely following all safety advice from government, treating this guidance as the minimum standard, and will put rigorous health and safety measures in place in all stores ahead of reopening."
These measures include:
A strict social distancing protocol: Limits on the number of customers allowed in store at any one time to allow for the appropriate distance in between customers and employees, following local government guidelines
Clear signage and floor decals, as well as dedicated employees and additional security staff, to guide customers through the store in a way that limits contact with others.
Every second till will be closed to allow more space between customers and employees.
Personal protection for employees and customers: Hand sanitiser stations will be made available at the entrance of the store.
Face masks have been made available to all employees.
Perspex screens have been installed on tills to protect customers and employees
Increased in-store cleaning: The frequency and rigour of store cleaning has increased, particularly around high frequency touchpoints such as tills, escalators, lifts, and employee areas in back of house.
Are the fitting rooms open?
Since reopening, Primark have temporarily closed their fitting rooms.
In a statement online, the company said: "While we get used to this new normal we have temporarily closed off our fitting rooms.
"We believe this is the right decision at this stage but we are continuously monitoring our re-openings and our health and safety policies and may review our fitting room policy as the situation develops."
However, customers have 28 days to return an item if they change their mind.
Where in the store are hand sanitisers located?
Customers will be asked to sanitise their hands upon entry into the store.
What has changed to the queuing system at the tills?
Primark's website added: "We have reconfigured our queuing system at our till points to allow for social distancing.
"We have dedicated employees who are responsible for managing queues at tills.
"In addition, every second till is closed, in order to leave appropriate space between customers and employees. Perspex screens have been installed on open tills to protect customers and employees."
What are the rules on customers using lifts in stores?
Primark say their lifts are in operation however to maintain social distancing measures only two people will be permitted in the lift at any one time. Exceptions to this would be additional family members.
What are the face mask rules?
Customers are requested to wear face coverings when visiting stores. However, the company haven't stated whether staff will police the rule.
What is the maximum amount for contactless payments?
Primark are encouraging card payments and contactless when possible to minimise cash interactions. The maximum limit is £45.
Is there be a limited number of people allowed in the store?
Yes, Primark say they are limiting the number of customers into stores at any one time, in line with government guidelines.
They add: "We have dedicated employees who are responsible for managing queues at tills, our store entrances, and also monitoring the sales floor to ensure social distancing measures are being followed."
Are toilets open for customers?
Primark state they have made the decision to temporarily close customer toilets until further notice.
Are Primark's Beauty Studios open?
The retailer said: "We are happy to announce that a number of our Beauty Studios in the UK are now open.
"We have worked with our beauty partners to introduce a range of safety measures to help ensure your safety and well-being while receiving beauty treatments.
"These include additional space between nail tables to help allow customers to social distance; our therapists will be wearing gloves and face masks during all treatments; we have installed Perspex screens at nail stations; and we have also increased the frequency of cleaning in our beauty studios, including sanitising each station after every treatment.
"Please note that customers must wear a face mask while receiving beauty treatments."
Are cafés in Primark stores open?
The company added: "We are happy to announce that a number of our cafés in the UK are now open.
"We are working closely with our service providers who have put rigorous health and safety measures in place in our cafés in our stores.
"We are closely following all safety advice from the government and industry bodies and treating these as the minimum standards in our stores."


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Apple iOS 14 update: How to customise your iPhone home screen

Tech giant Apple have unveiled a 'cool ' new feature which allows iPhone users to customise their home screen .
It comes after the launch of the new iOS 14 operating system , which was released across the UK and around the world on September 16. iOS14 , the latest operating software , adds a new level of customisation and personalisation that allows Apple users to really make their iPhone their own , with widgets , themes and custom app icons .
We 've put together everything you need to know about iOS 14 - and how to get the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ latest update .
How to download the iOS 14 update To update your iPhone to the latest iOS 14 operating system , you need to make sure that your phone is plugged into a charger and that it ’ s connected to the internet with wifi .
Then go to Settings > General > Software Update .
From there , tap download and install .
Alternatively , you can choose to ‘ Install Tonight ’ , which will update your device overnight whilst you sleep , as long as your phone is charging @ @ @ @ @ @ @ asks you to temporarily remove some apps from your phone - this is because the update needs more space in order to download .
You can choose to either continue , or cancel the update at this point .
If you choose to continue , after the update , the iOS will reinstall the apps that were removed .
You should make a backup of your device using the iCloud or your computer before updating to ensure nothing important is lost .
What is the 'cool ' new feature on iOS14 ?
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 14 are extensive .
One of the biggest updates is the introduction of widgets , which have been redesigned and can be placed on the home screen .
You can choose between small , medium or large widgets to best suit the design of your phone .
Incoming phone and FaceTime calls appear as a banner at the top of the screen , Siri has a new compact design , and picture in picture allows you to watch a video or take a FaceTime call whilst using another app .
You can choose @ @ @ @ @ @ @ threads pinned at the top of the list , direct message an individual in a group conversation and customise group photos .
There are 11 new hairstyles and 19 new pieces of headwear styles to customise your Memoji , with new Memoji stickers , six added age options and face covering options .
You can read the full list of features that come along with iOS 14 on the Apple website .
How to customise your home screen The latest iOS update has allowed Apple users a chance to really inject their personality @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have run wild with it , showing off their home screens on social media .
But with so much customisation at your fingertips , it can be intimidating knowing where to start .
If you ’ re looking to give your iPhone home screen a revamp , these are some of the best tips and tricks to get you started .
With the introduction of home screen widgets , you can choose between first or third party widgets that are included with apps you download from the App Store .
There were a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ widget apps at the time of the launch of iOS , with one of the most popular ones being an app called Widgetsmith .
The Widgetsmith app allows you to access a range of customisation options , and a number of useful functions , such as a calendar , weather icon and clock .
There are a range of font choices you can choose from to best suit your style .
While the ability to create custom home screen icons from iOS apps isn ’ t exactly new ( Apple introduced this feature @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a few years ago ) , many users are discovering this feature for the first time .
You ’ re not actually creating custom app icons - you ’ re creating a new shortcut that triggers the launch of an app , using a custom image for that shortcut .
The process to do this is fairly simple - open the Shortcuts app , tap ‘ new shortcut ’ and choose the app that you want to customise .
From there , you can choose the name of the app and an image @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from a range of preloaded icons , or choose from your gallery .
The issue with this workaround is that because this is a shortcut and not the app itself , you won ’ t get any notification badges on your customised icon .
One of the Apple widget types in iOS 14 is called a Smart Stack , which intelligently stacks multiple widgets together based on factors like the time of day , and Siri intelligence .
You can pick a prebuilt Smart Stack from the widget picker , or customise your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ select different widgets and stack them on top of each other , and swipe between them .
You can do this by simply adding one widget to your home screen , then go back to the Widget gallery and then choose another and drag it on top of the first widget to create a stack .
Wallpapers , of course , are not a new feature .
However , customising your wallpaper can easily upgrade the look of your phone .
You can set a custom wallpaper by opening photos , tapping on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then selecting the share button .
From there , scroll down and select ‘ use as wallpaper ’ .
You can adjust the picture to your liking by zooming in , pinching and swiping .
Once you ’ re happy , tap ‘ set ’ and then choose whether you want it to be your lock screen , home screen or both .
Which devices are compatible with iOS 14 ?
Apple has said that iOS 14 is compatible with devices from the iPhone 6s and later , which is the same compatibility @ @ @ @

It comes after the launch of the new iOS 14 operating system, which was released across the UK and around the world on September 16.
What is iOS 14?
iOS14, the latest operating software, adds a new level of customisation and personalisation that allows Apple users to really make their iPhone their own, with widgets, themes and custom app icons.
We've put together everything you need to know about iOS 14 - and how to get the best level of customisation out of the latest update.
How to download the iOS 14 update
To update your iPhone to the latest iOS 14 operating system, you need to make sure that your phone is plugged into a charger and that it’s connected to the internet with wifi.
Then go to Settings > General > Software Update. From there, tap download and install.
Alternatively, you can choose to ‘Install Tonight’, which will update your device overnight whilst you sleep, as long as your phone is charging.
You might receive a message that asks you to temporarily remove some apps from your phone - this is because the update needs more space in order to download. You can choose to either continue, or cancel the update at this point.
If you choose to continue, after the update, the iOS will reinstall the apps that were removed.
You should make a backup of your device using the iCloud or your computer before updating to ensure nothing important is lost.
What is the 'cool' new feature on iOS14?
The new features that come along with iOS 14 are extensive.
One of the biggest updates is the introduction of widgets, which have been redesigned and can be placed on the home screen.
You can choose between small, medium or large widgets to best suit the design of your phone.
Incoming phone and FaceTime calls appear as a banner at the top of the screen, Siri has a new compact design, and picture in picture allows you to watch a video or take a FaceTime call whilst using another app.
You can choose up to nine of your favourite message threads pinned at the top of the list, direct message an individual in a group conversation and customise group photos.
There are 11 new hairstyles and 19 new pieces of headwear styles to customise your Memoji, with new Memoji stickers, six added age options and face covering options.
You can read the full list of features that come along with iOS 14 on the Apple website.
How to customise your home screen
The latest iOS update has allowed Apple users a chance to really inject their personality into their device - and iPhone users have run wild with it, showing off their home screens on social media.
But with so much customisation at your fingertips, it can be intimidating knowing where to start.
If you’re looking to give your iPhone home screen a revamp, these are some of the best tips and tricks to get you started.
Widgets
With the introduction of home screen widgets, you can choose between first or third party widgets that are included with apps you download from the App Store.
There were a number of developers ready to release their widget apps at the time of the launch of iOS, with one of the most popular ones being an app called Widgetsmith.
The Widgetsmith app allows you to access a range of customisation options, and a number of useful functions, such as a calendar, weather icon and clock. There are a range of font choices you can choose from to best suit your style.
Custom app icons
While the ability to create custom home screen icons from iOS apps isn’t exactly new (Apple introduced this feature when it first introduced the Shortcuts app a few years ago), many users are discovering this feature for the first time.
You’re not actually creating custom app icons - you’re creating a new shortcut that triggers the launch of an app, using a custom image for that shortcut.
The process to do this is fairly simple - open the Shortcuts app, tap ‘new shortcut’ and choose the app that you want to customise.
From there, you can choose the name of the app and an image for the app. You can choose from a range of preloaded icons, or choose from your gallery.
The issue with this workaround is that because this is a shortcut and not the app itself, you won’t get any notification badges on your customised icon.
Smart Stacks
One of the Apple widget types in iOS 14 is called a Smart Stack, which intelligently stacks multiple widgets together based on factors like the time of day, and Siri intelligence.
You can pick a prebuilt Smart Stack from the widget picker, or customise your own. This means that you can select different widgets and stack them on top of each other, and swipe between them.
You can do this by simply adding one widget to your home screen, then go back to the Widget gallery and then choose another and drag it on top of the first widget to create a stack.
Wallpapers
Wallpapers, of course, are not a new feature. However, customising your wallpaper can easily upgrade the look of your phone.
You can set a custom wallpaper by opening photos, tapping on the photo you wish to use and then selecting the share button.
From there, scroll down and select ‘use as wallpaper’. You can adjust the picture to your liking by zooming in, pinching and swiping.
Once you’re happy, tap ‘set’ and then choose whether you want it to be your lock screen, home screen or both.
Which devices are compatible with iOS 14?
Apple has said that iOS 14 is compatible with devices from the iPhone 6s and later, which is the same compatibility as iOS 13.
Here is full list:


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Government has turned us against each other

ACCORDING to the Echo , around 374,000 people have died in the UK so far in 2020 .
Of these , around 42,000 have died of or with COVID-19 .
Am I alone in wondering why there is no panic or hysteria about the other 330,000-odd deaths ?
We seem happy to accept that around 1300-1400 people will die every day , but unwilling to accept that even single figures among these will have had COVID-19 .
We have condemned to early death , or lives of ongoing pain , the hundreds of thousands of people affected by the suspension @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the NHS .
We have systematically trashed the education , employment prospects and future well-being of the young and less well-off in the country , apparently in an effort to extend the lives , probably by a matter of months , of largely the very elderly and already very sick .
Young people did their bit during lockdown .
They then exposed themselves to the virus as they worked in pubs and restaurants when we were all incentivised to ‘ Eat Out to Help Out ’ , and they must find it galling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Secretary and many older people in the population , for ‘ selfishly spreading the virus ’ if they dare to go out and socialise with their friends .
The reason we have been unable to get the virus under control in the UK is that the Government did not keep its side of the bargain and has failed to organise an effective ( let alone ‘ world-class ’ ) test and trace regime .
This could have been delivered by local public health experts , but as always , the Government preferred to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ way of the usual suspects , the private outsourcing companies who have let us down time and time again in the various contracts they have already been awarded .
Having failed to get a grip on the virus , and cheered on by the Labour opposition , and the Mayors of Greater Manchester and London , they are now preparing to introduce ( or may already have introduced ) , another round of restrictions on us .
Meanwhile , they are succeeding in their age-old tactics of diverting the attention away from their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ each other for being ‘ Covidiots ’ .
It seems that , as sex was only invented in the 1960s , so death was unknown until now .
You couldn ’ t make it up .

Am I alone in wondering why there is no panic or hysteria about the other 330,000-odd deaths?
We seem happy to accept that around 1300-1400 people will die every day, but unwilling to accept that even single figures among these will have had COVID-19.
We have condemned to early death, or lives of ongoing pain, the hundreds of thousands of people affected by the suspension of almost everything except COVID services in the NHS.
We have systematically trashed the education, employment prospects and future well-being of the young and less well-off in the country, apparently in an effort to extend the lives, probably by a matter of months, of largely the very elderly and already very sick.
Young people did their bit during lockdown.
They then exposed themselves to the virus as they worked in pubs and restaurants when we were all incentivised to ‘Eat Out to Help Out’, and they must find it galling then to be blamed by the Health Secretary and many older people in the population, for ‘selfishly spreading the virus’ if they dare to go out and socialise with their friends.
The reason we have been unable to get the virus under control in the UK is that the Government did not keep its side of the bargain and has failed to organise an effective (let alone ‘world-class’) test and trace regime.
This could have been delivered by local public health experts, but as always, the Government preferred to channel huge sums of taxpayers money the way of the usual suspects, the private outsourcing companies who have let us down time and time again in the various contracts they have already been awarded.
Having failed to get a grip on the virus, and cheered on by the Labour opposition, and the Mayors of Greater Manchester and London, they are now preparing to introduce (or may already have introduced), another round of restrictions on us.
Meanwhile, they are succeeding in their age-old tactics of diverting the attention away from their failures by getting us all to blame each other for being ‘Covidiots’.
It seems that, as sex was only invented in the 1960s, so death was unknown until now. You couldn’t make it up.
Siobhan O’Rourke
Netley


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Southampton couple 65 years after wedding reported in The Echo

A Southampton couple is celebrating their wedding anniversary 65 years after their marriage was first reported in The Echo .
The pair still have a clipping of the 1955 article covering the ceremony .
Joan and William Moore ( aged 83 and 90 ) were both born in the Chapel area of Southampton and still reside in the city .
They were married in a joint ceremony with Joan ’ s elder sister Jean and her husband Maurice , September 24 1955 at St Mary ’ s Church , Southampton .
The couple met when William was swimming in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been swimming , I was laying on the grass and along came ( Joan ) , and we started talking , ” he said .
Stuck on what to say , William asked Joan to go to the shop and buy him a pint of milk .
“ She got it…but she dropped it I think , ” he said .
William described his wedding day as “ beautiful.
” '' The wedding was set for 3 o'clock in the afternoon , before that all my mates and myself got together and had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was with her sister preparing to come to the church . ''
Whilst older sister Jean ’ s taxi managed to cross a railway crossing and arrive at the chapel on time , the barrier closed immediately after , leaving Joan stranded and eventually late to the ceremony .
“ Joan couldn ’ t get through until the train had passed ” , said William , admitting he wondered whether he had been left at the altar .
“ At the end of the ceremony the vicar stood up and said ‘ I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve never heard such hearty singing in all my life , ” remembered William .
The couple 's daughter , Lesley , said she would describe the partnership her parents have as `` outdoorsy '' and `` fun-loving '' , adding that the two are `` just always there for each other . ''
She also described her parents as `` adventurous '' as the pair emigrated to Australia with four young children when Joan was 25 and William 32 .
When asked for the most important piece of advice they would give @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pair were in agreement .
“ Telling the truth .
Have no secrets .
”

The pair still have a clipping of the 1955 article covering the ceremony.
Joan and William Moore (aged 83 and 90) were both born in the Chapel area of Southampton and still reside in the city.
They were married in a joint ceremony with Joan’s elder sister Jean and her husband Maurice, September 24 1955 at St Mary’s Church, Southampton.
The couple met when William was swimming in the river Itchen – “I’d been swimming, I was laying on the grass and along came (Joan), and we started talking,” he said.
Stuck on what to say, William asked Joan to go to the shop and buy him a pint of milk.
“She got it…but she dropped it I think,” he said.
William described his wedding day as “beautiful.”
"The wedding was set for 3 o'clock in the afternoon, before that all my mates and myself got together and had a few drinks. (Joan) was with her sister preparing to come to the church."
William then remembers “a slight hiccup” in proceedings.
Whilst older sister Jean’s taxi managed to cross a railway crossing and arrive at the chapel on time, the barrier closed immediately after, leaving Joan stranded and eventually late to the ceremony.
“Joan couldn’t get through until the train had passed”, said William, admitting he wondered whether he had been left at the altar.
“At the end of the ceremony the vicar stood up and said ‘I must congratulate this congregation, I’ve never heard such hearty singing in all my life,” remembered William.
The couple's daughter, Lesley, said she would describe the partnership her parents have as "outdoorsy"and "fun-loving", adding that the two are "just always there for each other."
She also described her parents as "adventurous" as the pair emigrated to Australia with four young children when Joan was 25 and William 32.
When asked for the most important piece of advice they would give newlyweds for a strong marriage, the pair were in agreement.
“Telling the truth. Have no secrets.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Ringwood bonfire and fireworks display cancelled

THE annual Ringwood bonfire and fireworks display has been cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic .
It was due to @ @ @ @ @ ground on Sunday November 1 .
A spokesman for Ringwood Town Council said : `` @ @ @ @ @ bonfire event will regretfully not take place .
`` The organisers felt that it would @ @ @ @ @ the social distancing requirements at such a large scale event along with all the precautions @ @ @ @ @ ensure the event was compliant with Government Guidelines for COVID-19 .
`` We very much @ @ @ @ @ 2021 . ''
The display is one of the main events in Ringwood 's social @ @ @ @ @ which had been due to take place on Sunday September 19 , was cancelled for @ @ @ @ @ 100 years due to the pandemic .

It was due to take place at Carvers recreation ground on Sunday November 1.
A spokesman for Ringwood Town Council said: "This year's fireworks and bonfire event will regretfully not take place.
"The organisers felt that it would be too difficult to achieve the social distancing requirements at such a large scale event along with all the precautions that would be needed to ensure the event was compliant with Government Guidelines for COVID-19.
"We very much hope to be back in 2021."
The display is one of the main events in Ringwood's social calendar.
Ringwood Carnival, which had been due to take place on Sunday September 19, was cancelled for only the second time in 100 years due to the pandemic.


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--New housing in Netley street is being discussed this week

PLANS to build new housing in the centre of Netley are being discussed this week .
The plan is to @ @ @ @ @ centre car park into two semi-detached , four bedroom houses .
These houses will be @ @ @ @ @ at the front end of the car park for Netley Central Sports Club .
The @ @ @ @ @ for the loss of eight parking spaces with access to the remaining parking available to @ @ @ @ @ .
The application was submitted at the start of this year and is now due @ @ @ @ @ , Hamble-Le-Rice and Hound Local Area Committee on Thursday August 24 .
Developers say the @ @ @ @ @ scene of New Road , but objectors raised concerns about too many houses in the @ @

The plan is to re-develop part of a sports club car park into two semi-detached, four bedroom houses.
These houses will be on New Road in Netley at the front end of the car park for Netley Central Sports Club.
The sports club will receive funding for the loss of eight parking spaces with access to the remaining parking available to the side of the development.
The application was submitted at the start of this year and is now due to be discussed by Bursledon, Hamble-Le-Rice and Hound Local Area Committee on Thursday August 24.
Developers say the homes will complete the street scene of New Road, but objectors raised concerns about too many houses in the area.


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Latest applications submitted in the New Forest

AMONG the latest planning applications received by New Forest District Council and the New Forest National Park Authority : 20/00605 - Single-storey rear extension ; alterations to the side to facilitate internal changes ; insertion of window to first floor - 22 Ashdene Road , Ashurst .
20/10937 - Conversion and external alterations of existing garage into annex - Crofton , Mockbeggar Lane .
20/10949 - Extension to existing rear kitchen extension ; balcony to the rear master bedroom - 29 Butts Ash Gardens , Hythe .
20/10962 - Garage conversion to annex , side-extension in brick to match , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to rear with julliete balcony in white UPVC to match existing ( Lawful Development Certificate that permission is not required for proposal ) - 4 Hawthorn Road , Hythe .
20/10961 - Front garage extension with gable roof with room in roof space ; matching front gable over the front entrance ; two rear dormer windows and pitch roof over the existing flat roof rear dormer - Dell Cottage , Buckland Dene , Lymington .
20/10948 - Additional storey to existing chalet bungalow to provide four double bedrooms and bathroom facilities at first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to match existing ; principle elevation to be provided with first floor fenestration which relates to the ground floor ; juliette balcony to be provided to provide variation ( Prior Approval Application ) - 25 Downton Lane , Downton .
20/10935 - Ground floor side extension ( Lawful Development Certificate that permission is not required for proposal ) - 1 Pipers Ash .
20/10973 - Replace conservatory with brick-built extension ; replace all external windows and doors , all fascia , soffit and guttering to the property ; dig up side of garden @ @ @ @ @ @ @ run new rainwater waste pipes to soakaway ; render bungalow ; excavate front drive and replace all drainage to property ; remove current chambers and replace with new chambers to suite new drainage for ensuite and new kitchen location - 1 Old Stacks Gardens .
20/10756 - Front and rear dormers in association with new second floor ; single-storey rear extension - 67 Rushington Lane , Totton .
20/10943 - Single-storey and loft extension at rear of property - 44 Northlands Road , Totton .

ASHURST AND COLBURY
20/00595 - Two-storey side extension; outbuilding - 43 Peterscroft Avenue, Ashurst.
20/00605 - Single-storey rear extension; alterations to the side to facilitate internal changes; insertion of window to first floor - 22 Ashdene Road, Ashurst.
ELLINGHAM HARBRIDGE & IBSLEY
20/10937 - Conversion and external alterations of existing garage into annex - Crofton, Mockbeggar Lane.
HYTHE AND DIBDEN
20/10722 - Single-storey extension; replacement garage - En Passant, Furzedale Gardens, Hythe.
20/10949 - Extension to existing rear kitchen extension; balcony to the rear master bedroom - 29 Butts Ash Gardens, Hythe.
20/10962 - Garage conversion to annex, side-extension in brick to match, loft conversion with tiled dormer, bi-folds to rear with julliete balcony in white UPVC to match existing (Lawful Development Certificate that permission is not required for proposal) - 4 Hawthorn Road, Hythe.
LYMINGTON AND PENNINGTON
20/10961 - Front garage extension with gable roof with room in roof space; matching front gable over the front entrance; two rear dormer windows and pitch roof over the existing flat roof rear dormer - Dell Cottage, Buckland Dene, Lymington.
20/10971 - Two-storey rear extension; single-storey side extension; internal alterations and demolition of rear extension - 24 Middle Road, Lymington.
LYNDHURST
20/00596 - Single-storey extension - Forest Gate, Westwood Road.
20/00614 - New vehicular access; gates - 7 Oak Close.
20/00616 - Single-storey side and rear extensions; decking; pergola (demolition of existing conservatory) - 58 Wellands Road.
MILFORD ON SEA
20/10923 - Single-storey rear extensions (demolition of existing conservatory) - 11 Aubrey Close.
20/10942 - Summer house - 33 Downton Lane, Downton.
20/10948 - Additional storey to existing chalet bungalow to provide four double bedrooms and bathroom facilities at first floor, additional storey to be rendered to match existing; principle elevation to be provided with first floor fenestration which relates to the ground floor; juliette balcony to be provided to provide variation (Prior Approval Application) - 25 Downton Lane, Downton.
20/10980 - Rear and side single-storey extension - 26 Carrington Lane.
NEW MILTON
20/10902 - Two-storey side and single-storey extensions; conservatory; detached garage - 79 Manor Road, Ashley.
20/10977 - Single-storey front extension - 9 Woodlands Road, Barton on Sea.
RINGWOOD
20/10935 - Ground floor side extension (Lawful Development Certificate that permission is not required for proposal) - 1 Pipers Ash.
20/10973 - Replace conservatory with brick-built extension; replace all external windows and doors, all fascia, soffit and guttering to the property; dig up side of garden and install a new crate soakaway; run new rainwater waste pipes to soakaway; render bungalow; excavate front drive and replace all drainage to property; remove current chambers and replace with new chambers to suite new drainage for ensuite and new kitchen location - 1 Old Stacks Gardens.
TOTTON AND ELING
20/10756 - Front and rear dormers in association with new second floor; single-storey rear extension - 67 Rushington Lane, Totton.
20/10766 - Double-storey rear extension; all windows replaced - 106 Ringwood Road.
20/10943 - Single-storey and loft extension at rear of property - 44 Northlands Road, Totton.
CONTACT ME
t: 023 8042 4503
e: chris.yandell@
dailyecho.co.uk


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Pubs must close at 10pm from tomorrow as Covid cases soar

PUBS and restaurants across Hampshire are reeling from the announcement that new coronavirus restrictions could remain in force for up to six months .
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has confirmed that hospitality outlets will have to lock their doors at10pm each day from tomorrow to help curb the spread of Covid-19 .
Mr Johnson said new measures were needed to curb the spread of coronavirus and reduce the risk of up to 200 deaths a day .
But they are a devastating blow to pubs and restaurants still recovering from three months in lockdown and the strict social distancing rules @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The latest restrictions are likely to last beyond Christmas - the most lucrative part of the year for many businesses .
Giles Semper is chief executive of Go !
Southampton , the Business Improvement District ( BID ) for the city .
He said : `` We are obviously deeply concerned for our businesses in the leisure and hospitality sector , particularly as they approach the key Christmas period .
`` They had done a brilliant job of making themselves Covid-secure and it will be challenging for them to have to make further @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on businesses in the late-night sector , some of which have still not yet had the opportunity to open .
`` We do hope the six-month horizon mentioned by the prime minister represents a worst-case scenario and that business can get back to normal more quickly . ''
Kate Nicholls , chief executive of UKHospitality , said the government 's own data suggested that only 5 % of infections were linked to hospitality venues .
She added that the curbs announced by Mr Johnson would come as `` another crushing blow for many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Around 900,000 employees are still on furlough - and the scheme is due to end next moth .
Ross McNally , chief executive and executive chairman of Hampshire Chamber of Commerce , said : `` The new restrictions on pubs , bars and restaurants will dismay many in the hospitality and leisure sectors already bracing themselves for the withdrawal of furlough support .
“ We therefore call on government to consider a targeted , flexible approach to furlough to help mitigate the impact of the restrictions announced today .
• New Covid cases @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weeks “ Overall , the PM has sought to strike the right balance between keeping the lid on the spread of the virus and sheltering the economy from even greater financial damage .
“ There is nothing easy about this but clearly saving lives must be the priority.
” Royston Smith , Tory MP for Southampton Itchen , added : `` I am concerned that any more restrictions on our economy come with enormous risk .
`` But we can ’ t wait to see if hundreds or thousands begin to die in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has confirmed that hospitality outlets will have to lock their doors at10pm each day from tomorrow to help curb the spread of Covid-19.
Mr Johnson said new measures were needed to curb the spread of coronavirus and reduce the risk of up to 200 deaths a day.
But they are a devastating blow to pubs and restaurants still recovering from three months in lockdown and the strict social distancing rules imposed when they reopened in July.
The latest restrictions are likely to last beyond Christmas - the most lucrative part of the year for many businesses.
Giles Semper is chief executive of Go! Southampton, the Business Improvement District (BID) for the city.
He said: "We are obviously deeply concerned for our businesses in the leisure and hospitality sector, particularly as they approach the key Christmas period.
"They had done a brilliant job of making themselves Covid-secure and it will be challenging for them to have to make further adjustments.
"It's particularly tough on businesses in the late-night sector, some of which have still not yet had the opportunity to open.
"We do hope the six-month horizon mentioned by the prime minister represents a worst-case scenario and that business can get back to normal more quickly."
Kate Nicholls, chief executive of UKHospitality, said the government's own data suggested that only 5% of infections were linked to hospitality venues.
She added that the curbs announced by Mr Johnson would come as "another crushing blow for many hospitality businesses struggling to recover".
Around 900,000 employees are still on furlough - and the scheme is due to end next moth.
Ross McNally, chief executive and executive chairman of Hampshire Chamber of Commerce, said: "The new restrictions on pubs, bars and restaurants will dismay many in the hospitality and leisure sectors already bracing themselves for the withdrawal of furlough support.
“We therefore call on government to consider a targeted, flexible approach to furlough to help mitigate the impact of the restrictions announced today.
“Overall, the PM has sought to strike the right balance between keeping the lid on the spread of the virus and sheltering the economy from even greater financial damage.
“There is nothing easy about this but clearly saving lives must be the priority.”
Royston Smith, Tory MP for Southampton Itchen, added: "I am concerned that any more restrictions on our economy come with enormous risk.
"But we can’t wait to see if hundreds or thousands begin to die in a second wave before we take action."


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--New technology to crackdown on crime behind bars

A CRACKDOWN on crime behind bars will see new X-ray technology used in a Hampshire prison .
An advanced X-ray body scanner that can detect contraband from cigarettes to cocaine is now up and running at HMP Winchester as part of the Government ’ s efforts to crackdown on crime in prisons .
The new scanner - developed specifically for the prison service - allows staff to see instantly whether prisoners are smuggling in illegal contraband items , including drugs , weapons and phones .
Better quality images make it easier to detect contraband smuggled internally .
The level of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ jails and surpasses anything else currently on the market .
HMP Winchester ’ s scanner picked up seven significant finds of contraband a day after being installed , including drugs and a phone .
The illegal items would have been destined for the prison wings , fuelling the illicit economy and potential violence .
HMP Winchester ’ s Governor , James Bourke , said : “ This tool is so powerful in helping us combat a serious problem in prisons – illicit drugs .
“ I hope the scanner will lead to less @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I believe is essential if you want to drive prisoners in the direction of seeking treatment for their addiction.
” The installation comes as part of the Government ’ s £100 million package to improve security .
The investment will also fund new measures to tackle drugs and violence in prisons , including X-ray baggage scanners and metal-detection equipment , phone-blocking technology and a new digital forensics facility .
Prisons and Probation Minister , Lucy Frazer QC MP said : “ The new technology here at Winchester is a vital part of our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into jails and allow officers to focus on rehabilitation .
“ The scanners form part of our wider efforts to transform our prisons , creating 10,000 additional modern places and stepping up security to cut crime and ultimately better protect the public.
” Sixteen prisons have received the new scanners .
They are HMPs : Bedford , Birmingham , Bristol , Cardiff , Chelmsford , Durham , Elmely , Exeter , Hewell , Lincoln , Liverpool , Norwich , Pentonville , Preston , Wandsworth , and Winchester .

An advanced X-ray body scanner that can detect contraband from cigarettes to cocaine is now up and running at HMP Winchester as part of the Government’s efforts to crackdown on crime in prisons.
The new scanner - developed specifically for the prison service - allows staff to see instantly whether prisoners are smuggling in illegal contraband items, including drugs, weapons and phones.
Better quality images make it easier to detect contraband smuggled internally.
The level of detail has not been seen before in jails and surpasses anything else currently on the market.
HMP Winchester’s scanner picked up seven significant finds of contraband a day after being installed, including drugs and a phone.
The illegal items would have been destined for the prison wings, fuelling the illicit economy and potential violence.
HMP Winchester’s Governor, James Bourke, said: “This tool is so powerful in helping us combat a serious problem in prisons – illicit drugs.
“I hope the scanner will lead to less drugs being available in prisons, which I believe is essential if you want to drive prisoners in the direction of seeking treatment for their addiction.”
The installation comes as part of the Government’s £100 million package to improve security.
The investment will also fund new measures to tackle drugs and violence in prisons, including X-ray baggage scanners and metal-detection equipment, phone-blocking technology and a new digital forensics facility.
Prisons and Probation Minister, Lucy Frazer QC MP said: “The new technology here at Winchester is a vital part of our efforts to stem the flow of contraband into jails and allow officers to focus on rehabilitation.
“The scanners form part of our wider efforts to transform our prisons, creating 10,000 additional modern places and stepping up security to cut crime and ultimately better protect the public.”
Sixteen prisons have received the new scanners.
They are HMPs: Bedford, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Chelmsford, Durham, Elmely, Exeter, Hewell, Lincoln, Liverpool, Norwich, Pentonville, Preston, Wandsworth, and Winchester.


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Hampshire Cricket give Southampton hospital £50k boost

HAMPSHIRE Cricket have made a donation of more than £50,000 to Southampton Hospitals Charity , as part of the Club ’ s ongoing fundraising efforts during the Covid-19 pandemic .
The funds will be used towards the construction of a new rehabilitation space at University Hospital Southampton ’ s General Intensive Care Unit , helping to enhance the care , experience and outcomes for thousands of patients .
The donation , which was presented to Southampton Hospitals Charity at the Ageas Bowl prior to Hampshire ’ s first home Vitality Blast match against Sussex Sharks , has been raised through @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from ticket purchasers and profits from the sale of replica Hampshire 2020 playing shirts .
David Mann , Hampshire Cricket Chief Executive , said : “ We wanted to create a permanent legacy from the behind-closed-doors Internationals which were held at the Ageas Bowl this summer , whilst also supporting the incredible work being done by the NHS .
We organised a number of fundraising initiatives through the course of the summer and have so far raised over £50,000 which will help to fund the construction of a rehabilitation centre in the new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southampton , and directly support their life-saving work . ''
Max Jonas , General Intensive Care Unit Consultant at University Hospital Southampton , said : “ We ’ re so grateful for the support from Hampshire Cricket to support our Rehabilitation Space in the new GICU .
Having a dedicated space to further enhance the care of patients will have a major impact on outcomes and would just not be possible without the support of our local businesses and community.
” All 2020 playing kits are also carrying the NHS logo .

The funds will be used towards the construction of a new rehabilitation space at University Hospital Southampton’s General Intensive Care Unit, helping to enhance the care, experience and outcomes for thousands of patients.
The donation, which was presented to Southampton Hospitals Charity at the Ageas Bowl prior to Hampshire’s first home Vitality Blast match against Sussex Sharks, has been raised through a combination of charity auctions, donations from ticket purchasers and profits from the sale of replica Hampshire 2020 playing shirts.
David Mann, Hampshire Cricket Chief Executive, said: “We wanted to create a permanent legacy from the behind-closed-doors Internationals which were held at the Ageas Bowl this summer, whilst also supporting the incredible work being done by the NHS. We organised a number of fundraising initiatives through the course of the summer and have so far raised over £50,000 which will help to fund the construction of a rehabilitation centre in the new Intensive Care Unit at the University Hospital Southampton, and directly support their life-saving work."
Max Jonas, General Intensive Care Unit Consultant at University Hospital Southampton, said: “We’re so grateful for the support from Hampshire Cricket to support our Rehabilitation Space in the new GICU. Having a dedicated space to further enhance the care of patients will have a major impact on outcomes and would just not be possible without the support of our local businesses and community.”
All 2020 playing kits are also carrying the NHS logo.


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Michael Jordan was the man to emulate on the basketball courts of Hampshire in 1990

Michael Jordan was the absolute king of the NBA and every school and college student in Hampshire was looking to @ @ @ @ @ who only needed initials he was that famous , played 15 seasons in the NBA @ @ @ @ @ the Chicago Bulls .
Considered the greatest basketball player of all time , he had @ @ @ @ @ fashion and became a global cultural icon .
Everyone wanted to be seen in their @ @ @ @ @ shoot hoops just like their hero .
Here are a selection of pictures from various @ @ @ @ @ successful basketball teams of the time .
See if you can spot anyone you know @ @ @ @ @ mostly date back to the spring of 1990 .

Michael Jordan was the absolute king of the NBA and every school and college student in Hampshire was looking to emulate him.
MJ, who only needed initials he was that famous, played 15 seasons in the NBA, winning six championships with the Chicago Bulls.
Considered the greatest basketball player of all time, he had a huge impact on teen fashion and became a global cultural icon. Everyone wanted to be seen in their Nike Air Jordan trainers and shoot hoops just like their hero.
Here are a selection of pictures from various Hampshire schools and colleges with successful basketball teams of the time.
See if you can spot anyone you know in the snaps, which mostly date back to the spring of 1990.


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--BBC One needs contestants for a new gameshow with Michael McIntyre

Producers of a new BBC One primetime gameshow have launched a search for contestants to take part - and be in the with the chance of winning cash .
Here 's everything you need to know about the show - and how to apply .
What is the new show ?
Comedian and presenter Michael McIntyre will host a brand new , feel-good , prime-time game show on BBC One , called The Wheel .
What will contestants need to do ?
The BBC 's website states : `` We will be giving contestants the chance to win an amazing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` But do n't worry , you wo n't be alone , you 'll also have celebrity experts to assist you in answering questions and hopefully bag you the jackpot !
`` We 're searching for fun , confident and outgoing people who think they have the knowledge to take on The Wheel . ''
The Wheel is produced for the BBC by Hungry Bear Productions .
How to Take Part Applicants will need to be 18-years-old or over in order to take part in the show .
To apply , send @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The closing date for applications is October 1 , 2020 .

Here's everything you need to know about the show - and how to apply.
What is the new show?
Comedian and presenter Michael McIntyre will host a brand new, feel-good, prime-time game show on BBC One, called The Wheel.
What will contestants need to do?
The BBC's website states: "We will be giving contestants the chance to win an amazing cash prize by taking on The Wheel.
"But don't worry, you won't be alone, you'll also have celebrity experts to assist you in answering questions and hopefully bag you the jackpot!
"We're searching for fun, confident and outgoing people who think they have the knowledge to take on The Wheel."
The Wheel is produced for the BBC by Hungry Bear Productions.
How to Take Part
Applicants will need to be 18-years-old or over in order to take part in the show.
To apply, send an email to the-wheel@hungrybear.tv.
The closing date for applications is October 1, 2020.


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--LETTER: Why aren't we taking ideas from countries which have tackled coronavirus better than us?

“ WE are now seeing a second wave ” , says the Prime Minister .
The problem is , the first wave had never gone away for us here in the UK .
The phrase ‘ collective responsibility ’ is being used quite a lot recently – from guidance given to university students , to articles in newspapers , to England ’ s chief medical officer this week – all calling on us to work together in the response to Covid-19 .
In May , Boris Johnson boldly promised a “ world-beating ” track and trace system to stop a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the end of September and evidence suggests contact tracing is still not working and the system is broken .
If we are ‘ all in this together ’ , when will the Government start to look at approaches from those countries who have responded much better to the virus than us ?
As most of you will know , the UK officially suffered the highest rate of excess deaths in Europe during the pandemic .
We can ’ t keep saying ‘ but it ’ s unprecedented ’ , ‘ but with hindsight @ @ @ @ @ @ @ catalogue of failings .
Shouldn ’ t we learn from our mistakes , not repeat them ?
International cooperation is more important than ever right now .
There are some successful schemes in other countries which show that speed and targeting are key in suppressing coronavirus transmission – strategies which could get us back to leading ‘ normal ’ lives whilst learning to live with the virus .
I wish we could put aside English exceptionalism and start to take proper collective action to address this crisis which is only going to get @ @ @ @ @ @ @

The problem is, the first wave had never gone away for us here in the UK.
The phrase ‘collective responsibility’ is being used quite a lot recently – from guidance given to university students, to articles in newspapers, to England’s chief medical officer this week – all calling on us to work together in the response to Covid-19.
In May, Boris Johnson boldly promised a “world-beating” track and trace system to stop a second coronavirus spike.
It is now the end of September and evidence suggests contact tracing is still not working and the system is broken.
If we are ‘all in this together’, when will the Government start to look at approaches from those countries who have responded much better to the virus than us?
As most of you will know, the UK officially suffered the highest rate of excess deaths in Europe during the pandemic.
We can’t keep saying ‘but it’s unprecedented’, ‘but with hindsight’ or using other excuses for the catalogue of failings.
Shouldn’t we learn from our mistakes, not repeat them?
International cooperation is more important than ever right now. There are some successful schemes in other countries which show that speed and targeting are key in suppressing coronavirus transmission – strategies which could get us back to leading ‘normal’ lives whilst learning to live with the virus.
I wish we could put aside English exceptionalism and start to take proper collective action to address this crisis which is only going to get worse again with the status quo.
Sally Yalden
Braishfield


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--South Central Ambulance Service call for public governors

South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust ( SCAS ) is holding elections for members of the public to join the Trust ’ s Council of Governors .
According to the SCAS website , governors “ democratically influence the development of the Trust ” by regularly attending meetings about the Trust ’ s plans .
Two public governors are required for Hampshire and will serve as the voice of members of the Trust in their constituency on matters of public health and emergency care .
The role would also involve selecting non-executive directors of the Trust .
Elections will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Hampshire for public representatives in each county .
Two public governors are required for Hampshire .
Members of the public who are “ passionate about their NHS and local health service ” are encouraged to put themselves forward in the election .
To be eligible , nominees must be over the age of 16 , a resident of the constituency they wish to represent and a member of the Trust ( membership can be completed online . )
Describing the role , Lena Samuels , Chair of South Central Ambulance Service NHS @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a public governor at SCAS provides you with a pivotal role in influencing how local health service decisions are made and services developed .
“ It is a great opportunity to have your voice heard and represent the voice of others in your constituency .
“ I would urge anyone who is passionate about their NHS and local health services to get involved and stand for election.
” South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust ( SCAS ) provides emergency care for Berkshire , Buckinghamshire , Hampshire and Oxfordshire , an area with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people .
Applications to stand in the election can be received from Monday 21 September .
The closing date for applications is Sunday 11 October 2020 .

According to the SCAS website, governors “democratically influence the development of the Trust” by regularly attending meetings about the Trust’s plans.
Two public governors are required for Hampshire and will serve as the voice of members of the Trust in their constituency on matters of public health and emergency care.
The role would also involve selecting non-executive directors of the Trust.
Elections will be held in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Hampshire for public representatives in each county.
Two public governors are required for Hampshire.
Members of the public who are “passionate about their NHS and local health service” are encouraged to put themselves forward in the election.
To be eligible, nominees must be over the age of 16, a resident of the constituency they wish to represent and a member of the Trust (membership can be completed online.)
Describing the role, Lena Samuels, Chair of South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust, said: “Being a public governor at SCAS provides you with a pivotal role in influencing how local health service decisions are made and services developed.
“It is a great opportunity to have your voice heard and represent the voice of others in your constituency.
“I would urge anyone who is passionate about their NHS and local health services to get involved and stand for election.”
South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SCAS) provides emergency care for Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire and Oxfordshire, an area with a combined population of approximately four million people.
Applications to stand in the election can be received from Monday 21 September.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 11 October 2020.


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Southampton universities ensuring safety as students return

SOUTHAMPTON 'S two universities have underlined the important roles students play in ensuring safety during the pandemic .
The University of Southampton and Solent University have released a joint commitment , underlining the important role students play in ensuring the safety of themselves and others during the pandemic .
Students joining these two institutions are being asked to read the commitment to make sure they understand their responsibilities .
Professor Mark E. Smith CBE , President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Southampton , comments : `` We have worked tirelessly to create a COVID-secure environment for our students to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our staff can work .
`` We are making it clear to all our students that they should show respect to our local communities [ Southampton and Winchester ] and follow our student charter and the latest COVID-19 government guidance and advice . ''
Professor Karen Stanton , Vice-Chancellor of Solent University , says : `` We are asking our students to adhere to this commitment to protect themselves and others , as well as helping to keep our universities open during this difficult time .
`` As well as giving them the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to succeed in their chosen careers , we support them in becoming responsible citizens and future leaders . ''
Both universities are working with police to address any problems and claim that disciplinary procedures will be taken if students do n't follow guidelines .

The University of Southampton and Solent University have released a joint commitment, underlining the important role students play in ensuring the safety of themselves and others during the pandemic.
Students joining these two institutions are being asked to read the commitment to make sure they understand their responsibilities.
Professor Mark E. Smith CBE, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Southampton, comments: "We have worked tirelessly to create a COVID-secure environment for our students to study and live in, and where our staff can work.
"We are making it clear to all our students that they should show respect to our local communities [Southampton and Winchester] and follow our student charter and the latest COVID-19 government guidance and advice."
Professor Karen Stanton, Vice-Chancellor of Solent University, says: "We are asking our students to adhere to this commitment to protect themselves and others, as well as helping to keep our universities open during this difficult time.
"As well as giving them the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills to succeed in their chosen careers, we support them in becoming responsible citizens and future leaders."
Both universities are working with police to address any problems and claim that disciplinary procedures will be taken if students don't follow guidelines.


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Southampton residents 'love their homes more since lockdown'

MORE than half of Southampton residents are viewing their homes in a more positive light than before lockdown , a @ @ @ @ @ According to a new report from home security company Ring despite an exceptional amount of @ @ @ @ @ year , 55 per cent of people in Southampton have had a changed outlook on @ @ @ @ @ county went into lockdown .
The report , Home : A New Meaning , examines @ @ @ @ @ and provides insight into how this sudden change in lifestyle has impacted the meaning behind @ @ @ @ @ .
Protecting their home is key for 56 per cent of people in Southampton , @ @ @ @ @ they have given more thought to home appearance and 23 per cent considering its security @

According to a new report from home security company Ring despite an exceptional amount of time spent at home this year, 55 per cent of people in Southampton have had a changed outlook on their homes than before the county went into lockdown.
The report, Home: A New Meaning, examines changing consumer attitudes towards homes and provides insight into how this sudden change in lifestyle has impacted the meaning behind the word "home".
Protecting their home is key for 56 per cent of people in Southampton, with 33 per cent saying they have given more thought to home appearance and 23 per cent considering its security.


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Club based in Hythe is searching for new volunteers

A VOLUNTEER club in Hythe is looking for new members to help continue its work in the community .
Hythe @ @ @ @ @ part of a global organisation with over 1.2 million members , volunteering to support education @ @ @ @ @ clean water , combat hunger , improve health and sanitation , eradicate polio and explore @ @ @ @ @ Club member Jean Adams said : “ You stepped up at a time when your @ @ @ @ @ made a real difference throughout the COVID-19 pandemic .
“ But now is not the @ @ @ @ @ your skills and enthusiasm are still needed .
“ At Rotary we have a unique @ @ @ @ @ our own communities , but with a global outlook , ready to tackle challenges at @ @ @ @ @

Hythe and Waterside Rotary Club is part of a global organisation with over 1.2 million members, volunteering to support education and job training, provide clean water, combat hunger, improve health and sanitation, eradicate polio and explore strategies to promote peace.
Club member Jean Adams said: “You stepped up at a time when your community needed you most and made a real difference throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
“But now is not the time to slow down, your skills and enthusiasm are still needed.
“At Rotary we have a unique position of being rooted within our own communities, but with a global outlook, ready to tackle challenges at home and abroad.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Hampshire pubs gear up to celebrate Cask Ale Week

PUBS across the county are gearing up to celebrate Cask Ale week .
Kicking off tomorrow , pubs have teamed up with popular cask ale , Doom Bar , to offer customers two-for-one on pints of the ale , and also the chance to win a staycation in Cornwall , as part of a wider offer across selected Stonegate Pub Company sites in the UK .
The following pubs are taking part : To receive a two-for-one voucher , customers must register on the Great UK Pubs website , selecting their local pub ’ s details and they will receive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ details how to enter the competition to win a two-night staycation .
The prize consists of a Bed & Breakfast stay in Rock , Cornwall , for two , as well as a meal at Paul Ainsworth ’ s pub , The Mariners , and return travel .
The week runs from September 24 to October 4 and is organised by cask ale accreditation body , Cask Marque , to celebrate the beverage as a unique pub favourite and awards pubs that serve great quality cask ale .
Alan Armstrong , Director of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ Cask Ale Week is the perfect time for our teams and customers to celebrate the Great British Pub with the quintessential pub favourite , cask ale .
All of our pubs are Cask Marque accredited , as we believe that the perfect pint is as much to do with the perfect serve , as it is to do with the ale .
“ We ’ re delighted to be offering such a fantastic giveaway too .
Rock is a wonderful place for a staycation , and I look forward to congratulating @ @ @ @ @

Kicking off tomorrow, pubs have teamed up with popular cask ale, Doom Bar, to offer customers two-for-one on pints of the ale, and also the chance to win a staycation in Cornwall, as part of a wider offer across selected Stonegate Pub Company sites in the UK.
The following pubs are taking part:
Greyhound, Aldershot
Redbridge, Andover
The Station, Eastleigh
The Swan Inn, Haslemere
Greyhound, Aldershot
Redbridge, Andover
The Swan Inn, Haslemere
To receive a two-for-one voucher, customers must register on the Great UK Pubs website, selecting their local pub’s details and they will receive their voucher by email, together with details how to enter the competition to win a two-night staycation.
The prize consists of a Bed & Breakfast stay in Rock, Cornwall, for two, as well as a meal at Paul Ainsworth’s pub, The Mariners, and return travel.
The week runs from September 24 to October 4 and is organised by cask ale accreditation body, Cask Marque, to celebrate the beverage as a unique pub favourite and awards pubs that serve great quality cask ale.
Alan Armstrong, Director of Marketing at Stonegate Pub Company, said: “Cask Ale Week is the perfect time for our teams and customers to celebrate the Great British Pub with the quintessential pub favourite, cask ale. All of our pubs are Cask Marque accredited, as we believe that the perfect pint is as much to do with the perfect serve, as it is to do with the ale.
“We’re delighted to be offering such a fantastic giveaway too. Rock is a wonderful place for a staycation, and I look forward to congratulating our lucky winner.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Royal Mint and Disney unveil 'special edition' Winnie-the-Pooh 50p coin

The Royal Mint have revealed their latest coin – a Winnie-the-Pooh 50p that has taken the original and much-loved illustrations of the beloved bear and transformed them onto a UK coin for the first time .
The first official UK coin featuring Winnie-the-Pooh will form part of a wider collection of special 50p coins featuring Winnie the Pooh and friends .
Created by The Royal Mint in collaboration with Disney , the 50p coin uses the original and instantly recognisable watercolour illustrations of E.H. Shepard , with the first coin design showing Winnie-the-Pooh at his happiest ; with a jar @ @ @ @ @ @ @ edition commemorative coin is available in a range of finishes , including base metal ( also known as brilliant uncirculated ) , Silver and Gold , offering those interested in buying one the option to purchase coins that have been digitally printed with the latest innovative technology , which the Royal Mint say brings Shepard ’ s iconic illustrations alive in vivid detail and colour .
Daniel Thorne , is a product designer at The Royal Mint and has worked on the Winnie-the-Pooh commemorative coin .
Speaking about the new coin , Daniel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from E.H. Shepard , supplied to us by Disney , my biggest priority with the coin ’ s design was to ensure we do these wonderful images justice .
`` As the original maker of coins , The Royal Mint has a long history of exquisite craftsmanship and this coin is no exception .
Bringing the illustrations of E.H. Shepard to life took a lot of craft and care .
`` From the honey bee motif that runs throughout the series , to the grassy mound Pooh is sitting on , we tried @ @ @ @ @ @ @ effect of watercolour on the coin , eventually settling on the one you ’ ll see on the final version .
`` I ’ m honoured to have been able to work on this exciting coin .
Winnie-the-Pooh was a huge part of my childhood and forms some of my fondest memories .
`` So I wanted to make sure this series of coins truly encapsulated the spirit of Pooh Bear and all his friends .
`` Creating these coins was a labour of love and I hope that collectors can appreciate the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the range.
” What has the reaction been to the coin ?
James Campbell at The Shepard Trust added : `` It 's wonderful to see the beloved Winnie the Pooh immortalised on an official UK coin for the first time .
`` The craftsmanship involved in replicating E.H. Shepard 's original watercolour illustrations is truly remarkable .
`` The Royal Mint has done an exceptional job in creating a collection that will be treasured for years to come by Winnie the Pooh fans of all ages . ''
What have the Royal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ director of Commemorative Coin and The Royal Mint Experience , at The Royal Mint said : `` Over our 1,100-year history we ’ ve minted coins to commemorate key moments and figures in Britain ’ s history , including literary icons , like Shakespeare and Wordsworth through to Beatrix Potter ’ s mischievous Peter Rabbit , and we ’ re delighted to now add A.A. Milne ’ s loveable Winnie-the-Pooh to the list .
`` Our childhood character coins are encouraging a new generation of coin collectors and we ’ re delighted to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , to our range .
“ We ’ ve all grown up with Winnie-the-Pooh and he remains a cherished character , not only in Britain but across the world .
`` We anticipate the coins being hugely popular , especially in the lead-up to Christmas and look forward to both children and adults alike , enjoying the collection . ''
What other coins have The Royal Mint revealed ?
Along with the Winnie-the-Pooh coin , The Royal Mint also revealed the next two coins in the collectable series , which feature Christopher Robin @ @ @ @ @ @ @ available later in the year .
Winnie-the-Pooh was first published in 1926 by A.A. Milne and was inspired by his son , Christopher Robin Milne , who was born 100 years ago this year .
Winnie-the-Pooh was based on Christopher ’ s teddy bear , Edward .
Father and son then named him ‘ Winnie ’ after a black bear called Winnie that lived in London Zoo and ‘ Pooh ’ , after a swan they met on holiday .
These stories from a father to his son have now been published in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a global icon and a key part of the childhood and lives of millions of people .
Visit royalmint.com/winniethepooh to view the range and find out more .

The first official UK coin featuring Winnie-the-Pooh will form part of a wider collection of special 50p coins featuring Winnie the Pooh and friends.
Created by The Royal Mint in collaboration with Disney, the 50p coin uses the original and instantly recognisable watercolour illustrations of E.H. Shepard, with the first coin design showing Winnie-the-Pooh at his happiest; with a jar of his favourite honey.
The limited edition commemorative coin is available in a range of finishes, including base metal (also known as brilliant uncirculated), Silver and Gold, offering those interested in buying one the option to purchase coins that have been digitally printed with the latest innovative technology, which the Royal Mint say brings Shepard’s iconic illustrations alive in vivid detail and colour.
Who designed the commemorative coin?
Daniel Thorne, is a product designer at The Royal Mint and has worked on the Winnie-the-Pooh commemorative coin.
Speaking about the new coin, Daniel said: “Working with original illustrations from E.H. Shepard, supplied to us by Disney, my biggest priority with the coin’s design was to ensure we do these wonderful images justice.
"As the original maker of coins, The Royal Mint has a long history of exquisite craftsmanship and this coin is no exception. Bringing the illustrations of E.H. Shepard to life took a lot of craft and care.
"From the honey bee motif that runs throughout the series, to the grassy mound Pooh is sitting on, we tried many different techniques to create the flawless effect of watercolour on the coin, eventually settling on the one you’ll see on the final version.
"I’m honoured to have been able to work on this exciting coin. Winnie-the-Pooh was a huge part of my childhood and forms some of my fondest memories.
"So I wanted to make sure this series of coins truly encapsulated the spirit of Pooh Bear and all his friends.
"Creating these coins was a labour of love and I hope that collectors can appreciate the beauty in each and every design in the range.”
What has the reaction been to the coin?
James Campbell at The Shepard Trust added: "It's wonderful to see the beloved Winnie the Pooh immortalised on an official UK coin for the first time.
"The craftsmanship involved in replicating E.H. Shepard's original watercolour illustrations is truly remarkable.
"The Royal Mint has done an exceptional job in creating a collection that will be treasured for years to come by Winnie the Pooh fans of all ages."
What have the Royal Mint said?
Clare Maclennan, divisional director of Commemorative Coin and The Royal Mint Experience, at The Royal Mint said: "Over our 1,100-year history we’ve minted coins to commemorate key moments and figures in Britain’s history, including literary icons, like Shakespeare and Wordsworth through to Beatrix Potter’s mischievous Peter Rabbit, and we’re delighted to now add A.A. Milne’s loveable Winnie-the-Pooh to the list.
"Our childhood character coins are encouraging a new generation of coin collectors and we’re delighted to add this iconic character and his friends, to our range.
“We’ve all grown up with Winnie-the-Pooh and he remains a cherished character, not only in Britain but across the world.
"We anticipate the coins being hugely popular, especially in the lead-up to Christmas and look forward to both children and adults alike, enjoying the collection."
What other coins have The Royal Mint revealed?
Along with the Winnie-the-Pooh coin, The Royal Mint also revealed the next two coins in the collectable series, which feature Christopher Robin and Piglet respectively. These will be available later in the year.
Winnie-the-Pooh was first published in 1926 by A.A. Milne and was inspired by his son, Christopher Robin Milne, who was born 100 years ago this year. Winnie-the-Pooh was based on Christopher’s teddy bear, Edward.
Father and son then named him ‘Winnie’ after a black bear called Winnie that lived in London Zoo and ‘Pooh’, after a swan they met on holiday.
These stories from a father to his son have now been published in countries across the world, making Winnie-the-Pooh a global icon and a key part of the childhood and lives of millions of people.
Visit royalmint.com/winniethepooh to view the range and find out more.


thedailyecho--2020-09-23--Checks needed between Brockenhurst and Ashurst

TRAINS from the New Forest to Southampton are running at a reduced speed this morning due to a safety inspection @ @ @ @ @ made on the line between Brokenhurst and Ashurst so services will be delayed by around @ @ @ @ @

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thedailyecho--2020-09-23--LETTER: Delayed lockdowns mean people have one last scramble for social entertainment

NOTHING proves people are not taking Covid-19 seriously more than the last scramble for social entertainment that happens before cities @ @ @ @ @ local lockdown .
How many people are infected in the crowded clubs and bars as @ @ @ @ @ all of social distancing many not wearing masks .
If there are to be local @ @ @ @ @ say “ as from now this town or area is in lockdown ” because giving @ @ @ @ @ opportunity for the virus to spread extensively , which defeats the object of the lockdown @

How many people are infected in the crowded clubs and bars as people take no notice at all of social distancing many not wearing masks.
If there are to be local lockdowns, the government should say “as from now this town or area is in lockdown” because giving people warning means one more opportunity for the virus to spread extensively, which defeats the object of the lockdown.
Paddy Maxwell
Lordshill, Southampton