thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Lidl, Asda, Tesco, Morrisons, Waitrose, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Costa Coffee urgently recall these items

Stores including the likes of Lidl , Asda , Tesco , Morrisons , Waitrose , Sainsbury 's , Aldi and Costa Coffee have urgently recalled a number of items .
We 've rounded up the latest products to be recalled .
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below , return them to the place of purchase to get a refund .
Lidl has issued an urgent recall of its chicken products because salmonella contamination has been found in some of it ’ s the products in a batch .
Lidl said : `` If you have bought @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you not to eat them . ''
`` Instead , if you are already making an essential trip to a Lidl GB store you can return the item for a full refund , with or without a receipt .
Costa Coffe is recalling Jammy Rudolph Shortcake because it contains egg which is not declared on the label .
The product is a possible health risk to anyone with an allergy or intollerance to egg .
Windmill Organics is recalling Biona Organic Horseradish Relish because it contains mustard which is not mentioned on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ filled with Horseradish Mustard .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to mustard .
• Best before : 15 May 2021 Happy Hounds Wales Ltd is taking the precautionary step of recalling a number of raw dog food products because they may contain salmonella .
Customers who bought the affected products through the delivery service will be contacted .
No other batch numbers are affected by this product recall .
Check if you have bought the affected batch of the Beef Products detailed above with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ products to happy hounds or shop for a full refund .
Beef Kidney 1kg Batch 962 Lamb and Beef 1kg sleeve Batch 962-966 chicken and beef 1kg sleeve Batch 1344-962 diced heart 1.5kg batch 962 whole heart batch 962 .
Various roasted coffee beans covered in dark chocolate products have been recalled because they contain almonds ( nuts ) which are not mentioned on the label .
The affected products have been sold by a number of small retailers .
A list of retailers and the products affected by this recall can be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A full list of retailers selling the pruducts affected can be found here .
Asda have recalled a single date code of Plant Based Loaded Potato Skins because the product contains milk which is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents .
The product has passed its ‘ use by ’ date , however it is suitable for home freezing .
Tesco has recalled its 16 Spicy Chorizo Slices 80g because the product @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature , muscle ache or pain , chills , feeling or being sick and diarrhoea .
Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections , including those over 65 years of age , pregnant women and their unborn babies , babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems .
Diageo Great Britain have recalled Guinness Draught 0.0 % , ( non-alcoholic ) , due to the possible presence of mould in the products .
Nutricia is recalling Aptamil Multigrain @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it may contain small pieces of blue plastic .
The presence of plastic makes the product unsafe to eat .
Lidl GB is recalling What ’ s Cooking ?
Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach because a packaging error has occurred .
Some packets labelled as ‘ Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach may contain chicken and mushroom pasta which contains milk not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cooking ?
Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach Iceland have recalled Twix Barres Glacées ( Twix Ice-Cream Bars ) because they contain milk , wheat ( gluten ) and soya which are not mentioned in English on the label .
They may contain almonds and hazelnuts ( nuts ) and peanuts .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds or hazelnuts , nuts , and/or peanuts , and/or soya , and/or an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten and milk or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recalled Waitrose Duchy Organic Cypriot Halloumi because it contains milk which is not mentioned in English on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents .
• Best before : 31 May 2021 Sainsbury ’ s have recalled their frozen by Sainsbury ’ s Cooked Mussels because Salmonella has been found in some of the products in this batch .
Lidl GB is recalling Simply Mature White Cheddar as it may contain pieces of plastic .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unsafe to eat .
Waitrose & Partners is recalling Waitrose No.1 Dominican Republic Milk Chocolate 49 % because some products contain almonds , hazelnuts ( nuts ) and soya which are not mentioned on the label .
Due to a packaging error , some products contain Waitrose No.1 Orange & Almond Chocolate instead .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds , hazelnuts ( nuts ) and/or soya .
Lidl GB is recalling Cologran Stevia sweetener tablets ( Stevia variant ) because aspartame , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk to sufferers of phenylketonuria ( PKU ) .
Aldi have recalled Roosters Southern Fried Poppin ’ Chicken and Roosters Breaded Poppin ' Chicken due to salmonella concerns .
• Best before : May 25 , 2022 • Best before : May 25 , 2022 Waitrose & Partners are recalling their Easy to Cook Pork and Chorizo Burgers because they contain egg which is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • Name : Waitrose & Partners Easy to Cook Pork and Chorizo Burgers • Use by : All date codes Stockley ’ s is recalling Fruit Sherbets because they contain milk which is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents .
The affected product was only sold in Iceland stores .
• Best before : February 2022 and March 2022 JK Foods ( UK ) is recalling Tiger Tiger Spicy Pad Thai Paste @ @ @ @ @ @ @ correctly emphasised on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts .
Uncle Roy ’ s Ltd is recalling because it contains mustard which is not mentioned on the label .
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to mustard .
• Best before/end date : All dates up to and including the end of June 2022

We've rounded up the latest products to be recalled.
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below, return them to the place of purchase to get a refund.
Red Hen Frozen Chicken products
Lidl has issued an urgent recall of its chicken products because salmonella contamination has been found in some of it’s the products in a batch.
Lidl said: "If you have bought any of the above products we advise you not to eat them."
"Instead, if you are already making an essential trip to a Lidl GB store you can return the item for a full refund, with or without a receipt.
Product details:
Red Hen Breaded Chicken Nuggets
Pack size: 450g
Best before: End: February 2022
Red Hen Southern Fried Chicken Pops
Pack size: 210g
Best before: 05 February 2022
Costa Coffee
Costa Coffe is recalling Jammy Rudolph Shortcake because it contains egg which is not declared on the label.
The product is a possible health risk to anyone with an allergy or intollerance to egg.
Product details:
Jammy Rudolph Shortcake
Pack size: 62g
Batch code: All batches
Best before: 07 January 2021
Allergens: Egg
Horseradish Relish
Windmill Organics is recalling Biona Organic Horseradish Relish because it contains mustard which is not mentioned on the label. Some jars have been incorrectly filled with Horseradish Mustard. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to mustard.
Product details:
Biona Organic Horseradish Relish
Pack size: 125ml
Batch code: 83
Best before: 15 May 2021
Allergens: Mustard
Frozen raw dog food
Happy Hounds Wales Ltd is taking the precautionary step of recalling a number of raw dog food products because they may contain salmonella.
Customers who bought the affected products through the delivery service will be contacted. No other batch numbers are affected by this product recall.
Check if you have bought the affected batch of the Beef Products detailed above with the corresponding batch number and Return the products to happy hounds or shop for a full refund.
Beef Kidney 1kg Batch 962 Lamb and Beef 1kg sleeve Batch 962-966 chicken and beef 1kg sleeve Batch 1344-962 diced heart 1.5kg batch 962 whole heart batch 962.
Various roasted coffee beans
Various roasted coffee beans covered in dark chocolate products have been recalled because they contain almonds (nuts) which are not mentioned on the label.
The affected products have been sold by a number of small retailers. A list of retailers and the products affected by this recall can be found in the attached consumer notice.
A full list of retailers selling the pruducts affected can be found here.
Plant Based Loaded Potato Skins
Asda have recalled a single date code of Plant Based Loaded Potato Skins because the product contains milk which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents. The product has passed its ‘use by’ date, however it is suitable for home freezing.
Product details:
Name: Asda Plant Based Loaded Potato Skins
Pack size: 262g
Use by: November 12, 2020
Allergens: Milk
16 Spicy Chorizo Slices
Tesco has recalled its 16 Spicy Chorizo Slices 80g because the product contains Listeria monocytogenes.
Symptoms caused by this organism can be similar to flu and include high temperature, muscle ache or pain, chills, feeling or being sick and diarrhoea.
Some people are more vulnerable to listeria infections, including those over 65 years of age, pregnant women and their unborn babies, babies less than one month old and people with weakened immune systems.
Product details:
Name: Tesco 16 Spicy Chorizo Slices
Pack size: 80g
Use by: December 19, 2020
Non-alcoholic Guinness Draught 0.0%
Diageo Great Britain have recalled Guinness Draught 0.0%, (non-alcoholic), due to the possible presence of mould in the products.
Product details:
Name: Guinness Draught 0.0%
Pack size: 440ml Can 6x4 pk
Best before: 09 August 2021, 17 August 2021, 24 August 2021
Aptamil Multigrain Banana and Berry Cereal 7+ months
Nutricia is recalling Aptamil Multigrain Banana and Berry Cereal 7+ months because it may contain small pieces of blue plastic. The presence of plastic makes the product unsafe to eat.
Product details:
Name: Aptamil Multigrain Banana and Berry cereal 7+ months
Pack size: 200g
Best before: 07 July 2021
What’s Cooking? Lighter for You Meatballs
Lidl GB is recalling What’s Cooking? Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach because a packaging error has occurred.
Some packets labelled as ‘Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach may contain chicken and mushroom pasta which contains milk not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
Product details:
Name: What’s Cooking? Lighter for You Meatballs with Pasta and Spinach
Pack size: 550g
Best before: 05 January 2022
Allergens: Milk
Twix Ice-Cream Bars
Iceland have recalled Twix Barres Glacées (Twix Ice-Cream Bars) because they contain milk, wheat (gluten) and soya which are not mentioned in English on the label.
They may contain almonds and hazelnuts (nuts) and peanuts. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds or hazelnuts, nuts, and/or peanuts, and/or soya, and/or an allergy or intolerance to wheat or gluten and milk or milk constituents.
Product details:
Product name: Twix Barres Glacées (Twix Ice-Cream Bars)
Pack size: 18
Best before: June 30, 2021
Allergens: Gluten (wheat), Milk, Nuts (almond, hazelnut), Peanuts, Soya
Organic Cypriot Halloumi
Waitrose & Partners have recalled Waitrose Duchy Organic Cypriot Halloumi because it contains milk which is not mentioned in English on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
Product details:
Name: Waitrose Duchy Organic Cypriot Halloumi
Pack size: 225g
Batch code: BIO B0530A-3 CY0063
Best before: 31 May 2021
Allergens: Milk
Cooked Mussels
Sainsbury’s have recalled their frozen by Sainsbury’s Cooked Mussels because Salmonella has been found in some of the products in this batch.
Product details:
Name: by Sainsbury’s Cooked Mussels (frozen)
Pack size: 300g
Batch code: 2653152
Best before: 08 September 2021
Simply Mature White Cheddar
Lidl GB is recalling Simply Mature White Cheddar as it may contain pieces of plastic. The possible presence of plastic makes this product unsafe to eat.
Product details:
Name: Simply Mature White Cheddar
Pack size: 900g
Best before: December 26, 2020
Milk Chocolate
Waitrose & Partners is recalling Waitrose No.1 Dominican Republic Milk Chocolate 49% because some products contain almonds, hazelnuts (nuts) and soya which are not mentioned on the label.
Due to a packaging error, some products contain Waitrose No.1 Orange & Almond Chocolate instead.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to almonds, hazelnuts (nuts) and/or soya.
Product details:
Name: Waitrose No.1 Dominican Republic Milk Chocolate 49%
Batch code: 0259
Best before/end: November 2021
Allergens: Nuts (almond, hazelnut), Soya
Cologran Stevia sweetener tablets
Lidl GB is recalling Cologran Stevia sweetener tablets (Stevia variant) because aspartame, (E951) is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk to sufferers of phenylketonuria (PKU).
Product details:
Name: Cologran Stevia sweetener tablets
Pack size: 100 tablets
Batch code: L 91424 C
Best before/end date: December 2022
Roosters Southern Fried Poppin’ Chicken and Roosters Breaded Poppin' Chicken
Aldi have recalled Roosters Southern Fried Poppin’ Chicken and Roosters Breaded Poppin' Chicken due to salmonella concerns.
Product details:
Name: Roosters Southern Fried Poppin’ Chicken
Pack size: 210g
Batch code: L15320, L14720, L14820, L14920, L15020, L15120, L16020
Best before: May 25, 2022
Name: Roosters Breaded Poppin' Chicken
Pack size: 210g
Batch code: L15320, L14720, L14820, L14920, L15020, L15120, L16020
Best before: May 25, 2022
Pork and Chorizo Burgers
Waitrose & Partners are recalling their Easy to Cook Pork and Chorizo Burgers because they contain egg which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to egg.
Product details:
Name: Waitrose & Partners Easy to Cook Pork and Chorizo Burgers
Pack size: 280g
Use by: All date codes
Allergens: Egg
Stockley’s recalls Fruit Sherbets
Stockley’s is recalling Fruit Sherbets because they contain milk which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
The affected product was only sold in Iceland stores.
Product details:
Name: Stockley’s Fruit Sherbets
Pack size: 250g
Batch code: 0255
Best before: February 2022 and March 2022
Allergens: Milk
Tiger Tiger Spicy Pad Thai Paste
JK Foods (UK) is recalling Tiger Tiger Spicy Pad Thai Paste because it contains peanuts which is not correctly emphasised on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to peanuts.
Uncle Roy’s recalls Rabbie's Super Horseradish
Uncle Roy’s Ltd is recalling because it contains mustard which is not mentioned on the label.
This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to mustard.


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Festive pets from across the Daily Echo region don their Christmas gear

AS the big day fast approaches , we 're excited to see your pets getting in the festive mood .
@ @ @ @ @ our favourite pictures of pets sent in by Daily Echo readers this Christmas .
From @ @ @ @ @ cats in Christmas jumpers , and even a merry tortoise , we want to see @ @ @ @ @ Christmas outfits .
This week , Ruby and Rex are celebrating their first birthdays by @ @ @ @ @ tree .
Luna has been blasting out festive tunes since November and Barney the Barton @ @ @ @ @ full Santa mode .

Here are a few of our favourite pictures of pets sent in by Daily Echo readers this Christmas.
From dogs in Santa hats to cats in Christmas jumpers, and even a merry tortoise, we want to see your four-legged friends in their Christmas outfits.
This week, Ruby and Rex are celebrating their first birthdays by cuddling up under the Christmas tree.
Luna has been blasting out festive tunes since November and Barney the Barton Peveril therapy dog is in full Santa mode.


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Aldi and Lidl middle aisles: What's available from Sunday, December 20?

Aldi and Lidl have revealed the latest items hitting the shelves in the middle aisles of their stores from Sunday , December 20 , 2020 .
We 've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket .
This week , Aldi are her to help those of us still scratching around looking for Christmas present .
Lego lovers will be able to find this Build Your Own Adventure Set in Aldi available for £7.99 .
With Star Wars so popular right now the Lego Star Wars Build Your Adventure set available at Aldi will go down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Christmas will be a little different this year , but the restrictions in place does n't have to stop the fun .
Aldi are offering a three pack of party games `` sure to have everybody roaring with laughter '' .
It 's available for £11.97 In the middle of Lidl this week , the supermarket chain are very much focused on Christmas , offering a range of home comforts as more people will be staying at home , perfect for relaxing over the festive season .
Perfect to relax in front of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a Sanitas Shiatsu Massager for £19.99 .
There is nothing worse than cold feet in the cold winter months .
Lidl are offering a Sanitas Heated Foot Warmer which you can pick it up for just £16.99 .
Vind out more at Lidl.co.uk .

We've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket.
Aldi
This week, Aldi are her to help those of us still scratching around looking for Christmas present.
These include:
Lego Jurassic Build Your Adventure. (Aldi)
Lego lovers will be able to find this Build Your Own Adventure Set in Aldi available for £7.99.
Lego Star Wars Build Your Adventure. (Aldi)
With Star Wars so popular right now the Lego Star Wars Build Your Adventure set available at Aldi will go down a treat. Available for £7.99.
Games Night Party Games 3 Pack. (Aldi)
Christmas will be a little different this year, but the restrictions in place doesn't have to stop the fun. Aldi are offering a three pack of party games "sure to have everybody roaring with laughter". It's available for £11.97
Find more deals at Aldi.co.uk.
Lidl
In the middle of Lidl this week, the supermarket chain are very much focused on Christmas, offering a range of home comforts as more people will be staying at home, perfect for relaxing over the festive season.
These include:
Sanitas Heated Overblanket. (Lidl)
Lidl are offering a Sanitas Heated Overblanket for £29.99.
Sanitas Shiatsu Massager (Lidl)
Perfect to relax in front of the tele this Christmas Lidl are selling a Sanitas Shiatsu Massager for £19.99.
Sanitas Heated Foot Warmer. (Lidl)
There is nothing worse than cold feet in the cold winter months. Lidl are offering a Sanitas Heated Foot Warmer which you can pick it up for just £16.99.
Vind out more at Lidl.co.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Southampton man to cover 1200km to raise funds for hospital

A SOUTHAMPTON resident is planning to run , swim and cycle 1200km in a year in a SECOND mammoth fundraising effort in memory of his late father .
Managing Consultant Vinay Sonchatla from Bassett raised nearly £10k last year after running 1000km over a 12 month period .
The 46-year-old 's efforts raised enough to buy two vein finding machines for the cancer care ward of Southampton University Hospital , which he said provided `` fantastic support '' to his dad during his cancer treatment .
Speaking about his newest challenge , Vinay said : `` After the money for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I was speaking with the nurses and I said 'what else do you need ' ? ''
His latest goal is to raise enough money to buy two trolleys to transport medication on the cancer care ward - and he has vowed to donate 50p for every 1km he covers .
Vinay said running `` definitely helped with the grieving process '' following the death of his father Chiman - a shopkeeper , who passed away from lung cancer in 2018 , just before his 77th birthday .
Vinay is raising funds in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( pictured ) .
Photo credit : Vinay Sonchatla Vinay said : `` From the moment dad was diagnosed with cancer , we knew he only had six months to live so originally running started off as something to keep my mind occupied .
`` I am doing this challenge in his memory because that is my dad 's legacy - to always help others . ''
He plans to cover the 1200km distance with a series of 10k runs , mapped with a digital app and the use of swimming pools ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) The aim is to complete the distance between 12th August 2020 and 12th August 2021 .
Vinay Sonchatla from Bassett at the Royal Parks Half Marathon £5k is the target for this current appeal , which will be enough to buy two drugs trolleys for the ward .
Vinay decided to up the distance of the challenge from his previous endeavour to encourage people to donate despite financial pressures due to COVID .
He said : `` In the last fundraiser I had some random guy in London who donated £250 - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` So people do have a good heart and people do want to help - I guess you 've just got to set yourself a good challenge . ''
A link to support the fundraising appeal , which has currently raised £330 of the £5k target , can be found here .

Managing Consultant Vinay Sonchatla from Bassett raised nearly £10k last year after running 1000km over a 12 month period.
The 46-year-old's efforts raised enough to buy two vein finding machines for the cancer care ward of Southampton University Hospital, which he said provided "fantastic support" to his dad during his cancer treatment.
Speaking about his newest challenge, Vinay said: "After the money for the vein finder machines was raised, I was speaking with the nurses and I said 'what else do you need'?"
His latest goal is to raise enough money to buy two trolleys to transport medication on the cancer care ward - and he has vowed to donate 50p for every 1km he covers.
Vinay said running "definitely helped with the grieving process" following the death of his father Chiman - a shopkeeper, who passed away from lung cancer in 2018, just before his 77th birthday.
Vinay is raising funds in memory of his late father Chiman Sonchatla (pictured). Photo credit: Vinay Sonchatla
Vinay said: "From the moment dad was diagnosed with cancer, we knew he only had six months to live so originally running started off as something to keep my mind occupied.
"I am doing this challenge in his memory because that is my dad's legacy - to always help others."
He plans to cover the 1200km distance with a series of 10k runs, mapped with a digital app and the use of swimming pools (when they re-open following COVID closures.)
The aim is to complete the distance between 12th August 2020 and 12th August 2021.
Vinay Sonchatla from Bassett at the Royal Parks Half Marathon
£5k is the target for this current appeal, which will be enough to buy two drugs trolleys for the ward.
Vinay decided to up the distance of the challenge from his previous endeavour to encourage people to donate despite financial pressures due to COVID.
He said: "In the last fundraiser I had some random guy in London who donated £250 - and I didn't even know him.
"So people do have a good heart and people do want to help - I guess you've just got to set yourself a good challenge."
A link to support the fundraising appeal, which has currently raised £330 of the £5k target, can be found here.


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--What are Nottingham Knockers?

What are Nottingham Knockers?

Nottingham Knockers .
It 's a phrase we see posted in neighbourhood Facebook groups regularly .
Police often urge residents to exercise caution if 'Nottingham Knockers ' come to the door .
But despite seeing the term used more and more , many of us are still unsure what it means exactly .
Typically , police forces have been describing Nottingham Knockers as door-to-door traders , selling you goods on your doorstep , often for over-inflated prices .
These will often be cheap household items they 're trying to sell you , with some of the sellers claiming to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ find work .
Often they may have a false ID or trading permit .
It is important to say that Nottingham Knockers are not part of any officially recognised rehabilitation scheme .
Why should we be careful ?
Well , while it may seem harmless to buy a duster or similar from someone claiming to be trying to make a living , it could lead to further issues .
Nottingham Knockers have been known to cover a number of streets looking for a vulnerable victim they can scam .
And in some cases @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , have seen an increase in distraction burglaries .
It could also lead to vulnerable residents being targeted by other scammers , including rogue builders and other groups .
Report any concerns you have to the police on 101 .
How do we check ?
If you have a visit from someone you suspect to be a Nottingham Knocker , you should ask to check the ID and confirm whether they have a current pedlars licence issued by the police .
It is also worth knowing the government-backed Community Payback scheme does not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 're unsure about any paperwork you 're presented with , then best be safe and refuse .
What else can we do ?
Contact your local trading standards office - they often have free stickers you can place in your door or window saying no doorstep traders .
Or you could just make your own .
In having one of these stickers , any trader that ignores a sticker or notice on your door stating that you do not wish to receive cold calls may be committing a criminal offence .

Police often urge residents to exercise caution if 'Nottingham Knockers' come to the door.
But despite seeing the term used more and more, many of us are still unsure what it means exactly.
What are Nottingham Knockers?
Typically, police forces have been describing Nottingham Knockers as door-to-door traders, selling you goods on your doorstep, often for over-inflated prices.
These will often be cheap household items they're trying to sell you, with some of the sellers claiming to be on a rehabilitation scheme and trying to find work.
Often they may have a false ID or trading permit.
It is important to say that Nottingham Knockers are not part of any officially recognised rehabilitation scheme.
Why should we be careful?
Well, while it may seem harmless to buy a duster or similar from someone claiming to be trying to make a living, it could lead to further issues.
Nottingham Knockers have been known to cover a number of streets looking for a vulnerable victim they can scam.
And in some cases, streets being targeted by Nottingham Knockers, have seen an increase in distraction burglaries.
It could also lead to vulnerable residents being targeted by other scammers, including rogue builders and other groups.
Report any concerns you have to the police on 101.
How do we check?
If you have a visit from someone you suspect to be a Nottingham Knocker, you should ask to check the ID and confirm whether they have a current pedlars licence issued by the police.
It is also worth knowing the government-backed Community Payback scheme does not involve door-to-door sales. So if you're unsure about any paperwork you're presented with, then best be safe and refuse.
What else can we do?
Contact your local trading standards office - they often have free stickers you can place in your door or window saying no doorstep traders. Or you could just make your own.
In having one of these stickers, any trader that ignores a sticker or notice on your door stating that you do not wish to receive cold calls may be committing a criminal offence.


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Coronavirus test centres will be open over Christmas

CORONAVIRUS test centres across Hampshire will be open during the festive period .
Hampshire County Council is reminding residents that COVID testing sites are open over the festive period – and that anyone displaying symptoms must self-isolate and book a test .
There are several places to get tested in Hampshire and all sites are open over Christmas and New Year – location details and the festive timetable are available on the County Council ’ s website .
All tests must be booked in advance , either online or by calling 119 .
Hampshire County Council ’ s Director of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ With Gosport and Havant Boroughs entering Tier 3 ( Very High ) restrictions from Saturday 19 December – and the rest of the Hampshire County Council local authority area remaining in Tier 2 ( High ) of local restrictions – we must all remain vigilant over the festive period .
`` Prompt self-isolation , testing and tracing of close contacts are crucial for breaking chains of infection and protecting our loved ones and communities .
`` I urge residents to continue following the current Tier restrictions and consider very carefully the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ elderly or clinically vulnerable .
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Hampshire County Council is reminding residents that COVID testing sites are open over the festive period – and that anyone displaying symptoms must self-isolate and book a test.
There are several places to get tested in Hampshire and all sites are open over Christmas and New Year – location details and the festive timetable are available on the County Council’s website.
All tests must be booked in advance, either online or by calling 119.
Hampshire County Council’s Director of Public Health, Simon Bryant, said: “With Gosport and Havant Boroughs entering Tier 3 (Very High) restrictions from Saturday 19 December – and the rest of the Hampshire County Council local authority area remaining in Tier 2 (High) of local restrictions – we must all remain vigilant over the festive period.
"Prompt self-isolation, testing and tracing of close contacts are crucial for breaking chains of infection and protecting our loved ones and communities.
"I urge residents to continue following the current Tier restrictions and consider very carefully the risks of socialising, particularly with the elderly or clinically vulnerable.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Warning issued to Southampton residents urging them to be safe and avoid falling into Tier 3

A WARNING has been issued to Southampton residents urging them to enjoy hospitality venues safely and avoid falling into Tier 3 .
Southampton City Council and business leaders in Southampton have issued guidance for members of the public to enjoy safely the hospitality venues and the retail outlets in the city .
Southampton has remained in Tier 2 whilst a number of other local authority areas in Hampshire have moved to the highest Covid Risk category .
From 12.01am on Saturday December 18 , Portsmouth Gosport and Havant will enter Tier 3 .
In a joint statement from Southampton City @ @ @ @ @ @ @ GO !
Southampton and Westquay Shopping Centre , visitors to the centre of Southampton are encouraged to follow 3 basic steps for a safe visit in the build-up to Christmas and the New Year .
Plan your visit to avoid the busy times – come early or late in the day if you want to avoid the queue .
Wear a mask/face covering , wash your hands , and keep your distance from others .
Remember that you will only be able to eat with members of your household bubble at hospitality venues @ @ @ @ @ @ @ eat out with people in your Christmas bubble .
Councillor Christopher Hammond , Leader of Southampton City Council said : “ Christmas can still be special this year , but we ’ ll need to think of creative but safe ways to enjoy the festive season .
`` The virus won ’ t be going on a break and will still be a real threat over the holidays .
`` So although the national rules will be relaxed over Christmas , our infection rates are rising and will continue to do so .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ year , but I would urge everyone to be cautious and not take any unnecessary risks .
`` Otherwise we ’ ll be storing up a horrible gift for ourselves in January .
”

Southampton City Council and business leaders in Southampton have issued guidance for members of the public to enjoy safely the hospitality venues and the retail outlets in the city.
Southampton has remained in Tier 2 whilst a number of other local authority areas in Hampshire have moved to the highest Covid Risk category.
From 12.01am on Saturday December 18, Portsmouth Gosport and Havant will enter Tier 3.
In a joint statement from Southampton City Council, Southampton Chamber of Commerce, GO! Southampton and Westquay Shopping Centre, visitors to the centre of Southampton are encouraged to follow 3 basic steps for a safe visit in the build-up to Christmas and the New Year.
Plan your visit to avoid the busy times – come early or late in the day if you want to avoid the queue.
Wear a mask/face covering, wash your hands, and keep your distance from others.
Remember that you will only be able to eat with members of your household bubble at hospitality venues in the city. You should not eat out with people in your Christmas bubble.
Councillor Christopher Hammond, Leader of Southampton City Council said: “Christmas can still be special this year, but we’ll need to think of creative but safe ways to enjoy the festive season.
"The virus won’t be going on a break and will still be a real threat over the holidays.
"So although the national rules will be relaxed over Christmas, our infection rates are rising and will continue to do so.
"It's been a tough old year, but I would urge everyone to be cautious and not take any unnecessary risks.
"Otherwise we’ll be storing up a horrible gift for ourselves in January.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Pennington's woolly Christmas knitted in the New Forest

A CHURCH in Hampshire will be celebrating Christmas a little differently this year but spirits remain high .
The community of Pennington has joined their knitting needles together to celebrate the festive season .
Over 300 knitted and crocheted squares were made by more than 50 people across the town .
The vicar has crocheted the nativity characters , complete with facemasks for 2020 .
Pupils for the local infants , juniors , primary , preschool and nursery have also decorated recycled estate agent signs to create an Advent Calendar that is unfolding on the hedge .
Vicar Rev .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the community with something uplifting that everyone could be a part of .
Rachel said “ I knew I needed a crochet project this season to help with my own mental health during this pandemic .
I decided to open it up to everyone to take part , to help create opportunities for glimpses of light , hope and joy this season .
`` Usually we ’ d work together to create a large community Christmas fayre , obviously that ’ s not possible this year , my hope is that through the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hedge , that it helps to draw us together in the village , to be proud of what we have achieved when we all work together , and to be reminded of the joy of God at Christmas.
” Due to coronavirus lockdown restrictions the church has not be able to run normal services and instead stream online .
Volunteer Paul Young said : `` We wanted to celebrate the breadth of our community in an uplifting festive way .
`` It has been so encouraging that so many people have got involved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” Local resident Alan Doe made the construction ideas into reality by creating a framework that has enabled the yarn bomb Christmas tree to keep growing as more squares are made .
After Christmas , the squares will be turned into blankets for those in need .

The community of Pennington has joined their knitting needles together to celebrate the festive season.
St Mark's Church now boasts a 7m tall knitted Christmas tree and a crotched nativity.
Over 300 knitted and crocheted squares were made by more than 50 people across the town.
The vicar has crocheted the nativity characters, complete with facemasks for 2020.
Pupils for the local infants, juniors, primary, preschool and nursery have also decorated recycled estate agent signs to create an Advent Calendar that is unfolding on the hedge.
Vicar Rev. Rachel Noёl wanted a way to connect the community with something uplifting that everyone could be a part of.
Rachel said “I knew I needed a crochet project this season to help with my own mental health during this pandemic. I decided to open it up to everyone to take part, to help create opportunities for glimpses of light, hope and joy this season.
"Usually we’d work together to create a large community Christmas fayre, obviously that’s not possible this year, my hope is that through the daily videos and the decorations on the hedge, that it helps to draw us together in the village, to be proud of what we have achieved when we all work together, and to be reminded of the joy of God at Christmas.”
Due to coronavirus lockdown restrictions the church has not be able to run normal services and instead stream online.
Volunteer Paul Young said: "We wanted to celebrate the breadth of our community in an uplifting festive way.
"It has been so encouraging that so many people have got involved to help cheer up the whole community.”
Local resident Alan Doe made the construction ideas into reality by creating a framework that has enabled the yarn bomb Christmas tree to keep growing as more squares are made.
After Christmas, the squares will be turned into blankets for those in need.


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Vulnerable households will 'not go hungry or without essentials' thanks to £900k funding

VULNERABLE households will not go hungry or without essential items thanks to £900k of funding .
Southampton City Council has received £900,000 as part of the Government ’ s Covid Winter Grant Scheme grant announced in November .
The funding is designed to directly help families and individuals who have been hardest-hit by the pandemic , with the majority set aside to ensure children do not go hungry during the winter months .
Around 80 per cent of the funds will be allocated to to support those families with children and will go towards food vouchers for the two-week Christmas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Easter holidays .
The funding is set to run until March 2021 and the council will be working with schools and community partners to support the city 's most vulnerable families .
Schools will be able to support families in receipt of Free School Meals or for those having trouble accessing food , with vouchers during the holiday periods until Easter .
Additional food boxes will be prepared by City Catering Southampton for vulnerable families referred by schools .
In addition , support with costs associated with utilities will be available to professionals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Council will be partnering with SCRATCH , the Environment Centre and community partners to facilitate this .
Councillor Lorna Fielker , Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care said : “ The last ten months has been a difficult time for residents in the city .
`` Support has come in many forms and the collaborative working across agencies , within mutual aid , places of worship , businesses , education settings and with volunteers is a true testament to the city ’ s determination to help those most in need .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ can help to make sure that no child in Southampton will go hungry over the holidays and we can provide people with the help they need , when they need it.
” Families who may be facing financial difficulties this Christmas are encouraged to speak to their early years or childcare provider , school or college .
Residents can contact the COVID-19 helpline 023 8083 480 , open Monday to Friday , 8.30am to 5pm .

Southampton City Council has received £900,000 as part of the Government’s Covid Winter Grant Scheme grant announced in November.
The funding is designed to directly help families and individuals who have been hardest-hit by the pandemic, with the majority set aside to ensure children do not go hungry during the winter months.
Around 80 per cent of the funds will be allocated to to support those families with children and will go towards food vouchers for the two-week Christmas break, February Half Term and the Easter holidays.
The funding is set to run until March 2021 and the council will be working with schools and community partners to support the city's most vulnerable families.
Schools will be able to support families in receipt of Free School Meals or for those having trouble accessing food, with vouchers during the holiday periods until Easter.
Additional food boxes will be prepared by City Catering Southampton for vulnerable families referred by schools.
In addition, support with costs associated with utilities will be available to professionals working with vulnerable households. Southampton City Council will be partnering with SCRATCH, the Environment Centre and community partners to facilitate this.
Councillor Lorna Fielker, Cabinet Member for Health and Adult Social Care said: “The last ten months has been a difficult time for residents in the city.
"Support has come in many forms and the collaborative working across agencies, within mutual aid, places of worship, businesses, education settings and with volunteers is a true testament to the city’s determination to help those most in need.
"This funding from Government means we can help to make sure that no child in Southampton will go hungry over the holidays and we can provide people with the help they need, when they need it.”
Families who may be facing financial difficulties this Christmas are encouraged to speak to their early years or childcare provider, school or college.
Residents can contact the COVID-19 helpline 023 8083 480, open Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm.


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Rewards club for loyal readers

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thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Boris Johnson cancels Christmas for millions across the country

Boris Johnson has cancelled Christmas for millions of people across London and south-east England after scientists said that a new coronavirus variant is spreading more rapidly .
The Prime Minister announced that from Sunday areas in the South East currently in Tier 3 will be moved into a new Tier 4 – effectively returning to the lockdown rules of November .
Non-essential shops , gyms , cinemas , hairdressers and bowling alleys will be forced to close for two weeks – while people will be restricted to meeting one other person from another household in an outdoor public space .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Christmas “ bubble ” policy – allowing up to three household to meet up over the holiday period – severely curtailed , applying on Christmas Day only .
The move comes after scientists on the Government ’ s New and Emerging Respiratory Virus Threats Advisory Group ( NervTag ) concluded that the mutant strain identified by Public Health England – known as VUI2020/01 – was spreading more quickly .
The Prime Minister was advised of the group ’ s conclusions at a meeting with ministers on Friday evening , and the new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in a conference call on Saturday lunchtime .
The Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove has briefed the devolved administrations for Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland on the group ’ s findings .
Under the new “ stay at home ” order – covering around a third of the population of England – people in Tier 4 will be told they should not stay away from home overnight and people from outside will be advised not to visit Tier 4 areas .

The Prime Minister announced that from Sunday areas in the South East currently in Tier 3 will be moved into a new Tier 4 – effectively returning to the lockdown rules of November.
Non-essential shops, gyms, cinemas, hairdressers and bowling alleys will be forced to close for two weeks – while people will be restricted to meeting one other person from another household in an outdoor public space.
The rest of England will also see the Christmas “bubble” policy – allowing up to three household to meet up over the holiday period – severely curtailed, applying on Christmas Day only.
The move comes after scientists on the Government’s New and Emerging Respiratory Virus Threats Advisory Group (NervTag) concluded that the mutant strain identified by Public Health England – known as VUI2020/01 – was spreading more quickly.
The Prime Minister was advised of the group’s conclusions at a meeting with ministers on Friday evening, and the new regulations were signed off by the Cabinet in a conference call on Saturday lunchtime.
The Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove has briefed the devolved administrations for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland on the group’s findings.
Under the new “stay at home” order – covering around a third of the population of England – people in Tier 4 will be told they should not stay away from home overnight and people from outside will be advised not to visit Tier 4 areas.


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Boris Johnson set to hold coronavirus press conference this afternoon

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thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Ings injured as Sterling strikes to see off Saints

RAHEEM Sterling ’ s first-half strike meant Saints suffered defeat in their final game before Christmas – going down 1-0 at home to Manchester City .
England international Sterling struck home what proved to be the winner on 16 minutes at St Mary ’ s , meaning Ralph Hasenhuttl ’ s men dropped to fourth in the league table .
Matters were made worse for the hosts as star striker Danny Ings was forced off through injury and Oriol Romeu ’ s caution landed him a one-match ban .
Knowing ahead of kick-off they would go second in the top @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Saints made one change from the side who drew 1-1 with Arsenal last time out .
Moussa Djenepo came into boss Hasenhuttl ’ s line-up , meaning Stuart Armstrong dropped to the bench .
With nine substitutes now permitted to be named in matchday squads following a vote between Premier League clubs earlier this week , Shane Long and Nathan Tella were also listed in the hosts ’ matchday group .
Kyle Walker , John Stones , Bernardo Silva and Ferran Torres were recalled to the City line-up .
Nathan Ake , Benjamin @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bench , with no Gabriel Jesus in Pep Guardiola ’ s squad .
Sergio Aguero was among the substitutes .
But it was Saints who looked to create an opening in the early exchanges .
After Romeu ’ s precise pass allowed Ings to run at the City backline , he slid the ball to Djenepo .
The Malian winger saw his fierce shot blocked to safety by a covering defender .
City then looked to make their mark on the contest .
After Raheem Sterling had blazed over the bar a minute @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time on the edge of the Saints box .
The Belgian playmaker opted to fire at goal with a deflected effort that sailed wide .
A short corner routine then almost paid dividends for City .
Joao Cancelo was allowed time to arrow an effort at goal from 25 yards , that was beaten away by Alex McCarthy in the home goal .
Spanish midfielder Rodri had the ball in the net for the away side .
He volleyed in after getting on the end of a free-kick from the left , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to come for City however , as they broke the deadlock on 16 minutes .
De Bruyne was able to run into a dangerous area on the right flank before picking out an unmarked Sterling , who made no mistake in smashing in from close range .
Saints then looked to rally .
A sublime cross-field pass from Vestergaard found Walker-Peters , who had burst down the right-hand side .
He picked out Walcott , whose powerful drive was palmed away by goalkeeper Ederson and just evaded Ings on the rebound .
Walcott @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for Ings moments later , with the Saints frontman heading wide under the challenge of Ruben Dias .
The hosts wanted a penalty for a high boot inside the box – referee Mike Dean said no .
Saints continued to push for a leveller .
Walcott ’ s cross narrowly evaded Adams and was turned behind for a corner , from which Jannik Vestergaard narrowly headed over when unmarked .
Romeu was then cautioned for a foul on Torres , meaning his picked up a one-match suspension – and things got worse for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Ings went down with what appeared to be a problem with his hamstring and was swiftly replaced by Tella .
City almost had a second moments after the interval .
Torres showed his pace to race down the right and steered a dangerous effort across goal and narrowly wide .
Hasenhuttl then looked to the bench in a bid to change things for Saints , with Nathan Redmond coming on in place of Djenepo .
The hosts had shouts for a penalty waved away , after the ball seemed to glance off @ @ @ @ @ @ @ box .
Redmond almost had an impact when running on to a centre from the right , but failed to get his shot away .
Saints youngster Tella then surged down the flank to deliver for Adams , but the ball looped up off John Stones in the city defence and fell safe .
City almost killed the game off at the other end .
Ilkay Gundogan ’ s piledriver from range forcing a flying stop from McCarthy .
Hasenhuttl brought on youngster Dan N ’ Lundulu in place of Adams with his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it was not to be for the hosts , who were suffered their fourth league defeat of the season .

England international Sterling struck home what proved to be the winner on 16 minutes at St Mary’s, meaning Ralph Hasenhuttl’s men dropped to fourth in the league table.
Matters were made worse for the hosts as star striker Danny Ings was forced off through injury and Oriol Romeu’s caution landed him a one-match ban.
Knowing ahead of kick-off they would go second in the top flight with a victory over City, Saints made one change from the side who drew 1-1 with Arsenal last time out.
Moussa Djenepo came into boss Hasenhuttl’s line-up, meaning Stuart Armstrong dropped to the bench.
With nine substitutes now permitted to be named in matchday squads following a vote between Premier League clubs earlier this week, Shane Long and Nathan Tella were also listed in the hosts’ matchday group.
Kyle Walker, John Stones, Bernardo Silva and Ferran Torres were recalled to the City line-up.
Nathan Ake, Benjamin Mendy and Phil Foden dropped to the bench, with no Gabriel Jesus in Pep Guardiola’s squad. Sergio Aguero was among the substitutes.
But it was Saints who looked to create an opening in the early exchanges. After Romeu’s precise pass allowed Ings to run at the City backline, he slid the ball to Djenepo.
The Malian winger saw his fierce shot blocked to safety by a covering defender.
City then looked to make their mark on the contest. After Sterling had blazed over the bar a minute previously, Kevin De Bruyne was allowed time on the edge of the Saints box.
The Belgian playmaker opted to fire at goal with a deflected effort that sailed wide.
A short corner routine then almost paid dividends for City. Joao Cancelo was allowed time to arrow an effort at goal from 25 yards, that was beaten away by Alex McCarthy in the home goal.
Spanish midfielder Rodri had the ball in the net for the away side. He volleyed in after getting on the end of a free-kick from the left, but was flagged offside.
The goal was to come for City however, as they broke the deadlock on 16 minutes.
De Bruyne was able to run into a dangerous area on the right flank before picking out an unmarked Sterling, who made no mistake in smashing in from close range.
Saints then looked to rally. A sublime cross-field pass from Vestergaard found Walker-Peters, who had burst down the right-hand side.
He picked out Walcott, whose powerful drive was palmed away by goalkeeper Ederson and just evaded Ings on the rebound.
Walcott then looked to turn the ball goalwards for Ings moments later, with the Saints frontman heading wide under the challenge of Ruben Dias. The hosts wanted a penalty for a high boot inside the box – referee Mike Dean said no.
Saints continued to push for a leveller. Walcott’s cross narrowly evaded Che Adams and was turned behind for a corner, from which Vestergaard narrowly headed over when unmarked.
Romeu was then cautioned for a foul on Torres, meaning his picked up a one-match suspension – and things got worse for the hosts four minutes before the break.
Ings went down with what appeared to be a problem with his hamstring and was swiftly replaced by Tella.
City almost had a second moments after the interval. Torres showed his pace to race down the right and steered a dangerous effort across goal and narrowly wide.
Hasenhuttl then looked to the bench in a bid to change things for Saints, with Nathan Redmond coming on in place of Djenepo.
The hosts had shouts for a penalty waved away, after the ball seemed to glance off the arm of Sterling inside the City box.
Redmond almost had an impact when running on to a centre from the right, but failed to get his shot away.
Saints youngster Tella then surged down the flank to deliver for Adams, but the ball looped up off John Stones in the city defence and fell safe.
City almost killed the game off at the other end. Ilkay Gundogan’s piledriver from range forcing a flying stop from McCarthy.
Hasenhuttl brought on youngster Dan N’Lundulu in place of Adams with his final roll of the dice.
But it was not to be for the hosts, who suffered their fourth league defeat of the season.
Saints: McCarthy, Walker-Peters, Bednarek, Vestergaard, Bertrand, Ward-Prowse, Romeu, Walcott, Djenepo (Redmond, 59), Ings (Tella, 41), Adams (N’Lundulu, 82).
Unused subs: Stephens, Long, Armstrong, Salisu, Diallo, Forster (g/k).
Booked: Romeu, Ward Prowse.
City: Ederson, Walker, Dias, Stones, Cancelo, Rodrigo, Gundogan, De Bruyne, Silva, Torres (Mahrez, 72), Sterling.
Unused subs: Ake, Aguero, Zinchenko, Mendy, Fernandinho, Foden, Nmecha, Carson (g/k).
Booked: De Bruyne, Ederson.
Referee: Mike Dean.


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Southampton MP issues advice after Xmas restriction changes

A Southampton MP has issued advice on travelling within the country over the festive period after Boris Johnson announces major guidance changes .
The updated advice comes as a new rapidly-spreading strain of COVID-19 has been identified in areas in the South East and East , including Kent and London .
Conservative MP for Southampton Itchen , Royston Smith said he believed Southampton will remain in tier 2 .
He said : “ Southampton currently isn ’ t in the ‘ South East ’ in terms of tier 3 regulations so we should not go into Tier 4 .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ may need to be some refinement to that .
“ My understanding is Southampton restrictions will allow household mixing ( up to three households ) on just one day - Christmas Day.
” The is a major tightening of previous relaxations planned which would have allowed up to three households to mix between 23 – 27 December .
On the subject of travelling within the country , Mr Smith ’ s advice echoed that of the government as he urged people to 'stay local ' during the festive period .
Mr Smith said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t want people travelling from tier 4 areas into other tiers , and tier 3 ’ s into tier 2 ’ s and 1 ’ s. ” Conservative MP for Romsey and Southampton North , Caroline Nokes posted a tweet encouraging those in tier 2 to 'stay local ' over Christmas .
It is not yet clear whether breaking the guidance of household mixing or travelling between tiers without adequate reason will be against the law .

The updated advice comes as a new rapidly-spreading strain of COVID-19 has been identified in areas in the South East and East, including Kent and London.
Conservative MP for Southampton Itchen, Royston Smith said he believed Southampton will remain in tier 2.
He said: “Southampton currently isn’t in the ‘South East’ in terms of tier 3 regulations so we should not go into Tier 4.
“That’s my understanding, there may need to be some refinement to that.
“My understanding is Southampton restrictions will allow household mixing (up to three households) on just one day - Christmas Day.”
The is a major tightening of previous relaxations planned which would have allowed up to three households to mix between 23 – 27 December.
Conservative MP for Southampton Itchen, Royston Smith
On the subject of travelling within the country, Mr Smith’s advice echoed that of the government as he urged people to 'stay local' during the festive period.
Mr Smith said: “Certainly the government don’t want people travelling from tier 4 areas into other tiers, and tier 3’s into tier 2’s and 1’s.”
Conservative MP for Romsey and Southampton North, Caroline Nokes posted a tweet encouraging those in tier 2 to 'stay local' over Christmas.
Important those of us in Tier 2 areas remain careful, stay local. It’s really tough but new variant very transmissible https://t.co/ne8QBiNCwL — Caroline Nokes MP (@carolinenokes) December 19, 2020
It is not yet clear whether breaking the guidance of household mixing or travelling between tiers without adequate reason will be against the law.


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Where is in tier 4 and what are the rules?

The Prime Minister announced that from Sunday areas in the South East currently in Tier 3 will be moved into a new Tier 4 .
This effectively returning to the lockdown rules of November .
The move comes after scientists on the Government ’ s New and Emerging Respiratory Virus Threats Advisory Group ( NervTag ) concluded that the mutant strain identified by Public Health England – known as VUI2020/01 – was spreading more quickly .
But what are the rules for Tier 4 areas - and who is affected ?
Non-essential shops , gyms , cinemas , hairdressers and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for two weeks – while people will be restricted to meeting one other person from another household in an outdoor public space .
People in Tier 4 will be told they should not stay away from home overnight and people from outside will be advised not to visit Tier 4 areas .
Tier 4 residents are also advised not to travel abroad unless essential .
Exemptions to the “ stay at home ” message which applied in the November lockdown , will also apply in the new Tier 4 – including support bubbles @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are separated .
People will be allowed to travel for education , childcare and to go to work if they can not work from home and they will be permitted unlimited outdoor exercise .
• 'The situation has worsened ' : Covid cases in Southampton are on the rise • Nine questions answered about the new Covid variant causing concern • Warning issued to Southampton residents urging them to be safe and avoid falling into Tier 3 Who is in Tier 4 ?
The new Tier 4 restrictions will apply in all Tier @ @ @ @ @ @ @ covering Kent , Buckinghamshire , Berkshire , Surrey ( excluding Waverley ) , Gosport , Havant , Portsmouth , Rother and Hastings .
It will also apply in London ( all 32 boroughs and the City of London ) and the East of England – Bedford , Central Bedford , Milton Keynes , Luton , Peterborough , Hertfordshire and Essex ( excluding Colchester , Uttlesford and Tendring ) .

This effectively returning to the lockdown rules of November.
The move comes after scientists on the Government’s New and Emerging Respiratory Virus Threats Advisory Group (NervTag) concluded that the mutant strain identified by Public Health England – known as VUI2020/01 – was spreading more quickly.
But what are the rules for Tier 4 areas - and who is affected?
The new rules
Non-essential shops, gyms, cinemas, hairdressers and bowling alleys will be forced to close for two weeks – while people will be restricted to meeting one other person from another household in an outdoor public space.
People in Tier 4 will be told they should not stay away from home overnight and people from outside will be advised not to visit Tier 4 areas.
Tier 4 residents are also advised not to travel abroad unless essential.
Exemptions to the “stay at home” message which applied in the November lockdown, will also apply in the new Tier 4 – including support bubbles, childcare bubbles and children whose parents are separated.
People will be allowed to travel for education, childcare and to go to work if they cannot work from home and they will be permitted unlimited outdoor exercise.
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Who is in Tier 4?
The new Tier 4 restrictions will apply in all Tier 3 areas in the South East – covering Kent, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Surrey (excluding Waverley), Gosport, Havant, Portsmouth, Rother and Hastings.
It will also apply in London (all 32 boroughs and the City of London) and the East of England – Bedford, Central Bedford, Milton Keynes, Luton, Peterborough, Hertfordshire and Essex (excluding Colchester, Uttlesford and Tendring).


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Coronavirus: Eight more deaths recorded across Hampshire

EIGHT more coronavirus patients have died in Hampshire during the last 24 hours .
Figures published by NHS England today @ @ @ @ @ that eight more people have died with Covid-19 .
Across the whole of Hampshire , @ @ @ @ @ Covid-19 since the start of the pandemic in March .
At Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust @ @ @ @ @ been confirmed as having died from the virus , bringing the total death toll up @ @ @ @ @ died with Covid-19 at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust on December 16 , @ @ @ @ @ deaths up to 233 .
There have been 230 deaths at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation @ @ @ @ @ the health crisis .
At Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust there have been 23 deaths @ @ @ @ @ pandemic and three deaths at Solent NHS Trust .

Figures published by NHS England today (December 19) reveal that eight more people have died with Covid-19.
Across the whole of Hampshire, 822 people have died with Covid-19 since the start of the pandemic in March.
At Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust, five more patients have been confirmed as having died from the virus, bringing the total death toll up to 331.
These deaths occurred on December 17.
Three patients died with Covid-19 at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust on December 16, bringing the total number of deaths up to 233.
There have been 230 deaths at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust since the start of the health crisis.
At Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust there have been 23 deaths since the start of the pandemic and three deaths at Solent NHS Trust.


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--70 new Covid-19 cases in Southampton

70 new Covid-19 cases in Southampton

THE number of new coronavirus cases in Southampton now stands at 70 , according to the latest government data .
In the past 24 hours , there have been 70 new cases in Southampton which has taken the city 's total to 4,627 since the beginning of the pandemic .
In the seven days leading up to December 14 , the number of cases stood at 286 with a rolling rate of 113.3 per 100,000 of the population .
Cases in Eastleigh now stand at 26 , taking the total to 1,887 .
In the seven days prior to December @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the rolling rate was 67.4 per 100,000 of the population .
Further afield in the New Forest , there were 22 new cases , taking the total to 2,181 since the start of the pandemic .
A total of 133 cases have been seen prior to December 14 and the case rate is 73.9 .
In Test Valley there have been 34 new Covid-19 cases , increasing the total to 1,750 .
Prior to December 14 , the number of recorded cases was 108 with a 85.6 case rate .
Winchester has seen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hoirs , taking the total to 2,019 .
In the seven days leading up to December 14 , there was 127 cases with a 101.7 rate .
In the last 24 hours , Fareham has seen 16 new coronavirus cases .
Its total now stands at 1,737 .
In the seven days leading up to December 14 , there was 145 cases with a rolling rate of 124.7 per 100,000 of the population .
Gosport has 22 new cases , taking the total to 1,375 since the start of the pandemic .
Prior @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recorded cases was 122 with a 143.8 case rate .

In the past 24 hours, there have been 70 new cases in Southampton which has taken the city's total to 4,627 since the beginning of the pandemic.
In the seven days leading up to December 14, the number of cases stood at 286 with a rolling rate of 113.3 per 100,000 of the population.
Cases in Eastleigh now stand at 26, taking the total to 1,887.
In the seven days prior to December 14, there were 90 cases and the rolling rate was 67.4 per 100,000 of the population.
Further afield in the New Forest, there were 22 new cases, taking the total to 2,181 since the start of the pandemic.
A total of 133 cases have been seen prior to December 14 and the case rate is 73.9.
In Test Valley there have been 34 new Covid-19 cases, increasing the total to 1,750.
Prior to December 14, the number of recorded cases was 108 with a 85.6 case rate.
Winchester has seen 27 new cases in the last 24 hours, taking the total to 2,019.
In the seven days leading up to December 14, there was 127 cases with a 101.7 rate.
In the last 24 hours, Fareham has seen 16 new coronavirus cases.
Its total now stands at 1,737.
In the seven days leading up to December 14, there was 145 cases with a rolling rate of 124.7 per 100,000 of the population.
Gosport has 22 new cases, taking the total to 1,375 since the start of the pandemic.
Prior to December 14, the number of recorded cases was 122 with a 143.8 case rate.


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Shoppers grabbed last-minute gifts ahead of PM announcement

Shoppers flocked to Southampton centre today before an announcement from the Prime Minister which saw a tightening of guidance on household mixing over Christmas .
Photos show queues outside Primark and Urban Outfitters on Above Bar Street as shoppers grabbed last-minute presents .
• Boris Johnson cancels Christmas for millions across the country Lucy May , 25 , had mixed feelings approaching the festive period .
She said : `` I 'm not feeling particularly Christmassy and I think a lot of people are the same because this year has affected so many people financially .
“ It ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been lucky enough to have worked throughout .
“ I think people just have to cherish what they can do with family this Christmas .
“ My family are even leaving Christmas dinner on our elderly relative 's front step.
” Healthcare Support Worker Julia Fylam , 60 spoke of the sacrifices she had made in lockdown and her frustration at people who have ignored government guidance .
“ My daughter lives in Sheffield and I have n't seen her for ages , '' she said .
`` I get emotional thinking about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ way it is .
`` I feel frustrated by people who are n't following the rules about mixing households - it 's supposed to be three households over Christmas , not three households every day .
`` Even people that work in healthcare are guilty of it . ''
Some were sympathetic towards the government ’ s position and agreed that the scrapping of a relaxation in guidance might be necessary to curb the spread of COVID-19 .
Graham Everest , 64 said : `` I agree with the restrictions , people do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the government says .
`` It 's not easy for [ the government ] , they have to be the middle-man .
`` I still think it 's possible to have a good Christmas regardless of restrictions . ''
Prime Minister Boris Johnson referred to the decision to ban household mixing ( apart from support bubbles and childcare arrangements ) in some areas of the South East over Christmas as `` difficult . ''
However he said `` as Prime Minister , it is [ his ] duty ... to do what is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ country . ''
Southampton remains in tier 2 , though Gosport , Havant and Portsmouth will be placed in tier 4 from 00:01 on Sunday .

Above Bar Street, Southampton 19/12/20
Photos show queues outside Primark and Urban Outfitters on Above Bar Street as shoppers grabbed last-minute presents.
Above Bar Street, Southampton 19/12/20
Lucy May, 25, had mixed feelings approaching the festive period.
She said: "I'm not feeling particularly Christmassy and I think a lot of people are the same because this year has affected so many people financially.
“It’s affected me financially and I’ve been lucky enough to have worked throughout.
“I think people just have to cherish what they can do with family this Christmas.
“My family are even leaving Christmas dinner on our elderly relative's front step.”
Above Bar Street, Southampton 19/12/20
Healthcare Support Worker Julia Fylam, 60 spoke of the sacrifices she had made in lockdown and her frustration at people who have ignored government guidance.
“My daughter lives in Sheffield and I haven't seen her for ages," she said.
"I get emotional thinking about it, but it's just the way it is.
"I feel frustrated by people who aren't following the rules about mixing households - it's supposed to be three households over Christmas, not three households every day.
"Even people that work in healthcare are guilty of it."
Westquay Shopping Centre, Above Bar Street, Southampton 19/12/20
Some were sympathetic towards the government’s position and agreed that the scrapping of a relaxation in guidance might be necessary to curb the spread of COVID-19.
Graham Everest, 64 said: "I agree with the restrictions, people do need to be safe and do what the government says.
"It's not easy for [the government], they have to be the middle-man.
"I still think it's possible to have a good Christmas regardless of restrictions."
Prime Minister Boris Johnson referred to the decision to ban household mixing (apart from support bubbles and childcare arrangements) in some areas of the South East over Christmas as "difficult."
However he said "as Prime Minister, it is [his] duty...to do what is right to protect the people of this country."
Southampton remains in tier 2, though Gosport, Havant and Portsmouth will be placed in tier 4 from 00:01 on Sunday.


thedailyecho--2020-12-19--Premier League: Saints v Manchester City as it happened


thedailyecho--2020-12-20--Boris Johnson cancels Christmas for millions across the country


thedailyecho--2020-12-20--Southampton based Oyster Yachts creating 130 jobs

`` GOOD news for Southampton '' as yacht manufacturer advertises 130 new jobs .
Luxury yacht manufacturer Oyster Yachts , which is headquartered in Southampton , is looking for a workforce to help fulfil its full order book .
There are 130 jobs being advertised `` building some of the world ’ s most beautiful blue-water boats '' , with full training and competitive packages on offer .
The company says whilst it would welcome those with traditional boat building skills , it ’ s also looking for people with transferable skills , such as a electricians and joiners , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Deputy CEO Oyster Yachts , said : “ Over the last year , we have seen a period of unprecedented growth , which despite the economic challenges the UK is facing , is encouraging .
`` With full order books into 2023 , we are able to offer our staff much needed financial stability and good career opportunities .
`` It is an exciting time for Oyster Yachts , and we look forward to sharing the journey with all our employees , new and existing . ''
MP 's have now spoken @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time when a lot of jobs have been lost due to the Covid-19 pandemic .
MP for Southampton Test , Alan Whitehead , said : `` One of the really good things about Oyster Yachts is that , contrary to a lot of industries , they have a full order book .
`` The Solent has been a good base for boat building and there 's a concentration of industry in this part of the world that supports a company like Oyster .
`` They really are an example of a success story @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southampton , so we need to support them in any way that we can . ''
MP for Southampton , Itchen , Royston Smith , said : `` What is especially gratifying , in this time of little or no good news on jobs , is that they are taking on more people and those skills are transferable .
`` It 's excellent news for the local area and employment . ''
Oyster has a full order book for its hand-crafted blue water sailing boats , which range from 50 to 125 feet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ new 50-foot model and initial interest is set to increase demand on production in the New Year .

Luxury yacht manufacturer Oyster Yachts, which is headquartered in Southampton, is looking for a workforce to help fulfil its full order book.
There are 130 jobs being advertised "building some of the world’s most beautiful blue-water boats", with full training and competitive packages on offer.
The company says whilst it would welcome those with traditional boat building skills, it’s also looking for people with transferable skills, such as a electricians and joiners, painters, and engineers.
Becky Bridgen, Deputy CEO Oyster Yachts, said: “Over the last year, we have seen a period of unprecedented growth, which despite the economic challenges the UK is facing, is encouraging.
"With full order books into 2023, we are able to offer our staff much needed financial stability and good career opportunities.
"It is an exciting time for Oyster Yachts, and we look forward to sharing the journey with all our employees, new and existing."
MP's have now spoken out about the positive news during a time when a lot of jobs have been lost due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
MP for Southampton Test, Alan Whitehead, said: "One of the really good things about Oyster Yachts is that, contrary to a lot of industries, they have a full order book.
"The Solent has been a good base for boat building and there's a concentration of industry in this part of the world that supports a company like Oyster.
"They really are an example of a success story and it's really good news for Southampton, so we need to support them in any way that we can."
MP for Southampton, Itchen, Royston Smith, said: "What is especially gratifying, in this time of little or no good news on jobs, is that they are taking on more people and those skills are transferable.
"It's excellent news for the local area and employment."
Oyster has a full order book for its hand-crafted blue water sailing boats, which range from 50 to 125 feet.
The company has just launched its new 50-foot model and initial interest is set to increase demand on production in the New Year.


thedailyecho--2020-12-20--B3047 road closed following "serious traffic collision"

Police in Winchester are currently dealing with a `` serious traffic collision '' in the village of Abbots Worthy .
@ @ @ @ @ have taken place at the junction of Mill Lane , Park Lane and the B3047 @ @ @ @ @ 11:49am that the road would likely be closed for `` several hours '' following the @ @ @ @ @ encouraged to use alternative routes .
We 're currently dealing with a serious traffic collision @ @ @ @ @ Lane , Park Lane and the B3047 in Abbots Worthy .
The road will be @ @ @ @ @ please use alternative routes .
— @ WinchesterCops ( @ WinchesterCops ) December 20 , @ @ @ @ @ contacted Hampshire Constabulary for comment .

The collision is said to have taken place at the junction of Mill Lane, Park Lane and the B3047.
Winchester Police tweeted at 11:49am that the road would likely be closed for "several hours" following the incident.
Drivers have been encouraged to use alternative routes.
We're currently dealing with a serious traffic collision at the junction of Mill Lane, Park Lane and the B3047 in Abbots Worthy. The road will be closed for several hours - please use alternative routes. — @WinchesterCops (@WinchesterCops) December 20, 2020
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary has confirmed that the road has now reopened.
They said two vehicles were involved in the collision, which caused one vehicle to overturn.
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service and South Central Ambulance Service attended the scene, with one person receiving "minor injuries."


thedailyecho--2020-12-20--Southampton set to remain in  coronavirusTier 2 High Alert

SOUTHAMPTON will remain in tier 2 restrictions but other areas of the county will be placed into tier 4 , Hampshire County Council has confirmed .
Boris Johnson 's u-turn last night put millions of Christmas plans into chaos with new restrictions brought into areas of the county including Portsmouth , Havant and Gosport .
The Prime Minister announced that from Sunday areas in the South East currently in Tier 3 will be moved into a new Tier 4 – effectively returning to the lockdown rules of November .
Non-essential shops , gyms , cinemas , hairdressers and bowling alleys @ @ @ @ @ @ @ weeks – while people will be restricted to meeting one other person from another household in an outdoor public space .
The rest of England will also see the Christmas “ bubble ” policy – allowing up to three household to meet up over the holiday period – severely curtailed , applying on Christmas Day only .
And Keith Mans , leader of Hampshire County Council and chair of the Local Outbreak Engagement Board , said : “ Central Government has confirmed that the local authority areas of Havant Borough and Gosport Borough @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from tomorrow .
`` This new Tier will be broadly the same as the national restrictions in place in November .
The rest of the Hampshire County Council local authority area will remain in Tier 2 ( High ) .
“ As well as outlining these new tighter restrictions , the Prime Minister also announced changes to previous plans for the festive period .
People now living in Tier 4 areas should not mix with anyone outside their own household at Christmas , although support bubbles will remain in place for those at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Across Tiers 1 to 3 , the Christmas Bubble rules allowing up to three households to meet will now be limited to Christmas Day only – and not the five days from 23 to 27 December , as previously set out .
“ While the announcement just days before Christmas may understandably come as a disappointment to many , it ’ s crucial that we all take the necessary steps to protect the public ’ s health – particularly those who are elderly or clinically extremely vulnerable .
It ’ s the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ must continue to work together , follow the rules and protect ourselves , our loved ones and our communities , especially with the threat of a new COVID-19 variant spreading much faster in Tier 4 areas , and the ongoing rise in infections in general across the country .
”

Boris Johnson's u-turn last night put millions of Christmas plans into chaos with new restrictions brought into areas of the county including Portsmouth, Havant and Gosport.
The Prime Minister announced that from Sunday areas in the South East currently in Tier 3 will be moved into a new Tier 4 – effectively returning to the lockdown rules of November.
Non-essential shops, gyms, cinemas, hairdressers and bowling alleys will be forced to close for two weeks – while people will be restricted to meeting one other person from another household in an outdoor public space.
The rest of England will also see the Christmas “bubble” policy – allowing up to three household to meet up over the holiday period – severely curtailed, applying on Christmas Day only.
And Keith Mans, leader of Hampshire County Council and chair of the Local Outbreak Engagement Board, said: “Central Government has confirmed that the local authority areas of Havant Borough and Gosport Borough will come under COVID-19 Tier 4 restrictions from tomorrow.
"This new Tier will be broadly the same as the national restrictions in place in November. The rest of the Hampshire County Council local authority area will remain in Tier 2 (High).
“As well as outlining these new tighter restrictions, the Prime Minister also announced changes to previous plans for the festive period. People now living in Tier 4 areas should not mix with anyone outside their own household at Christmas, although support bubbles will remain in place for those at particular risk of loneliness or isolation.
"Across Tiers 1 to 3, the Christmas Bubble rules allowing up to three households to meet will now be limited to Christmas Day only – and not the five days from 23 to 27 December, as previously set out.
“While the announcement just days before Christmas may understandably come as a disappointment to many, it’s crucial that we all take the necessary steps to protect the public’s health – particularly those who are elderly or clinically extremely vulnerable. It’s the right thing to do.
“We must continue to work together, follow the rules and protect ourselves, our loved ones and our communities, especially with the threat of a new COVID-19 variant spreading much faster in Tier 4 areas, and the ongoing rise in infections in general across the country.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-20--Southampton MP issues advice after Xmas restriction changes


thedailyecho--2020-12-20--Coronavirus cases in Southampton are on the rise

RESIDENTS have been warned ahead of Christmas as the Covid-19 rate of infection in Southampton is on the rise .
Dr Debbie Chase , the director of public health in the city , said residents “ really got to think carefully ” about how they will come together across Christmas .
It comes as up to three households will be allowed to mix indoors between December 23 and 27 .
But speaking during a public meeting , Dr Chase said : “ We should be aware that we are seeing an escalating situation in Southampton and there ’ s some @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tiers every two weeks .
“ It is so important that we come together as safely as possible .
If you can meet up outside do that instead.
” She also said residents should meet for short periods of time and if indoors they should ensure there is good ventilation .
“ We really got to think ever so carefully about how we come together ” , she added .
Following a review of the Tier system Southampton will remain in Tier 2 from today .
But Dr Chase said the number of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rate of infection nearing 100 per 100,000 people .
She added : “ There was an expectation that the benefits of the national restrictions would be felt longer than they have .
“ The escalation in rate has happened quicker .
The situation has worsened over the last week or two across the board so the two week review of tiers is really important in determining where we should sit.
” Talking about Southampton , she said : “ We have seen a climb since the weekend in terms of incidents rate .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ escalate.
” From today Portsmouth , Gosport and Havant will be in Tier 3 Very High Level of restrictions following an increase in cases and mounting pressure on the NHS .
According to the latest government figures Southampton has a rate of infection of 97.8 per 100,000 population - up by 52 % over the past seven days .
In Portsmouth the rate of infection stands at 215.4 per 100,000 - up by 51 % over the last week .
Residents across the whole of Hampshire have been urged to continue to follow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the spread of the virus .
Earlier this week hospital bosses in Southampton said they remain “ vigilant ” as cases are on the rise .

Dr Debbie Chase, the director of public health in the city, said residents “really got to think carefully” about how they will come together across Christmas.
It comes as up to three households will be allowed to mix indoors between December 23 and 27.
But speaking during a public meeting, Dr Chase said: “We should be aware that we are seeing an escalating situation in Southampton and there’s some potential moving forward for reconsideration of those tiers every two weeks.
“It is so important that we come together as safely as possible. If you can meet up outside do that instead.”
She also said residents should meet for short periods of time and if indoors they should ensure there is good ventilation.
“We really got to think ever so carefully about how we come together”, she added.
Following a review of the Tier system Southampton will remain in Tier 2 from today.
But Dr Chase said the number of cases is on the rise with Southampton rate of infection nearing 100 per 100,000 people.
She added: “There was an expectation that the benefits of the national restrictions would be felt longer than they have.
“The escalation in rate has happened quicker. The situation has worsened over the last week or two across the board so the two week review of tiers is really important in determining where we should sit.”
Talking about Southampton, she said: “We have seen a climb since the weekend in terms of incidents rate. We are conscious how quickly it can escalate.”
From today Portsmouth, Gosport and Havant will be in Tier 3 Very High Level of restrictions following an increase in cases and mounting pressure on the NHS.
According to the latest government figures Southampton has a rate of infection of 97.8 per 100,000 population - up by 52% over the past seven days.
In Portsmouth the rate of infection stands at 215.4 per 100,000 - up by 51% over the last week.
Residents across the whole of Hampshire have been urged to continue to follow the guidance in a bid to stop the spread of the virus.
Earlier this week hospital bosses in Southampton said they remain “vigilant” as cases are on the rise.


thedailyecho--2020-12-20--Southampton leader urges people to be 'responsible' at Xmas

The LEADER of Southampton City Council has called for people to be 'responsible ' by adhering to new government guidance over the festive period .
Councillor Christopher Hammond said he understood that people would be feeling `` frustrated , disappointed and angry '' in light of new advice restricting the mixing of up to three households to Christmas Day only ( in tiers 1 - 3 . )
Councillor Hammond said : `` This really is the year that keeps giving !
`` Hearing the new rules , people will no doubt be frustrated , disappointed and angry .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re-evaluate plans so we can safely celebrate Christmas with loved ones . ''
He encouraged people in Southampton to adopt habits to limit the spread of the virus , adding `` We ’ re all responsible for managing the spread of infection , so we can ’ t be complacent in using masks , washing our hands and keeping space from each other.
” Travel from Southampton into Tier 4 areas including Havant , Gosport , Portsmouth , London and Kent is not advised .
The Prime Minister has said Tier 4 rules @ @ @ @ @ @ @

Councillor Christopher Hammond said he understood that people would be feeling "frustrated, disappointed and angry" in light of new advice restricting the mixing of up to three households to Christmas Day only (in tiers 1 - 3.)
Previous guidance allowed household mixing between December 23 - 27.
Councillor Hammond said: "This really is the year that keeps giving!
"Hearing the new rules, people will no doubt be frustrated, disappointed and angry.
"Millions of us will now have to re-evaluate plans so we can safely celebrate Christmas with loved ones."
He encouraged people in Southampton to adopt habits to limit the spread of the virus, adding "We’re all responsible for managing the spread of infection, so we can’t be complacent in using masks, washing our hands and keeping space from each other.”
Travel from Southampton into Tier 4 areas including Havant, Gosport, Portsmouth, London and Kent is not advised.
The Prime Minister has said Tier 4 rules will be reviewed on December 30.