thedailyecho--2020-05-12--Southampton has one of the highest rates of obesity-related hospital admissions in the country

Southampton has one of the highest rates of obesity-related hospital admissions in the country , new figures show .
Charity Diabetes UK said the Government needs to do more to prevent the problem nationally by pursuing its commitment to slashing childhood obesity rates , while the NHS said the issue is putting `` unnecessary strain '' on health services .
NHS Digital data reveals that in Southampton there were 5,325 hospital admissions where obesity was the primary or secondary cause in 2018-19 .
That was 2,506 in every 100,000 residents – one of the highest rates in England , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of 2,457 .
Three years earlier , the rate was 2,703 .
Data also shows that women accounted for 3,510 ( 66 % ) of Southampton 's obesity-related hospital admissions in 2018-19 .
There was huge disparity in rates across England , with the most deprived areas worse affected than those with low deprivation levels .
The South East had the lowest rate of the country 's nine regions , with a rate of 1,176 per 100,000 population .
That was nearly half the East Midlands 's rate , which was 2,343 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to obesity in 2018-19 , a 23 % increase on 2017-18 .
Helen Kirrane , head of policy , campaigns and mobilisation at Diabetes UK , said the rise means more people are getting access to the treatment they need .
She said : `` We know that primary admissions for obesity are up , but these are predominantly related to people having bariatric surgery .
“ Secondary admissions for obesity have also risen significantly , but the caveat here is that a lot of that is probably due to better recording of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ We are currently living in uncertain times , but we shouldn ’ t forget that people are still living with and developing obesity and its related conditions such as type 2 diabetes .
She added that it is `` vital '' the Government follows through on its childhood obesity plan commitments , while the NHS and councils should support people to manage their weight .
A review into how obesity , alongside other factors including ethnicity and gender , affect a person 's vulnerability to the coronavirus has been announced by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ review will provide insight into emerging evidence the virus is having a disproportionate effect on different groups .
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the `` extremely important and hugely complex task '' is part of a continued effort to reduce health inequalities across the country .
An NHS spokesperson said : “ With a 20 % increase in hospital admissions over the last five years directly linked to obesity , it is clear that obesity is causing diseases including cancer , heart attacks , stroke and type 2 diabetes , while putting unnecessary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ NHS is playing its part through our long-term plan , but other industries must also step up and prevent the harm obesity is causing , particularly to young people .
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Charity Diabetes UK said the Government needs to do more to prevent the problem nationally by pursuing its commitment to slashing childhood obesity rates, while the NHS said the issue is putting "unnecessary strain" on health services.
NHS Digital data reveals that in Southampton there were 5,325 hospital admissions where obesity was the primary or secondary cause in 2018-19.
That was 2,506 in every 100,000 residents – one of the highest rates in England, and up from the previous year's figure of 2,457. Three years earlier, the rate was 2,703.
Data also shows that women accounted for 3,510 (66%) of Southampton's obesity-related hospital admissions in 2018-19.
There was huge disparity in rates across England, with the most deprived areas worse affected than those with low deprivation levels.
The South East had the lowest rate of the country's nine regions, with a rate of 1,176 per 100,000 population.
That was nearly half the East Midlands's rate, which was 2,343.
Nationally, there were 876,000 admissions due to obesity in 2018-19, a 23% increase on 2017-18.
Helen Kirrane, head of policy, campaigns and mobilisation at Diabetes UK, said the rise means more people are getting access to the treatment they need.
She said: "We know that primary admissions for obesity are up, but these are predominantly related to people having bariatric surgery.
“Secondary admissions for obesity have also risen significantly, but the caveat here is that a lot of that is probably due to better recording of obesity as a factor in an admission.
“We are currently living in uncertain times, but we shouldn’t forget that people are still living with and developing obesity and its related conditions such as type 2 diabetes.
She added that it is "vital" the Government follows through on its childhood obesity plan commitments, while the NHS and councils should support people to manage their weight.
A review into how obesity, alongside other factors including ethnicity and gender, affect a person's vulnerability to the coronavirus has been announced by Public Health England.
PHE said the review will provide insight into emerging evidence the virus is having a disproportionate effect on different groups.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the "extremely important and hugely complex task" is part of a continued effort to reduce health inequalities across the country.
An NHS spokesperson said: “With a 20% increase in hospital admissions over the last five years directly linked to obesity, it is clear that obesity is causing diseases including cancer, heart attacks, stroke and type 2 diabetes, while putting unnecessary strain on NHS services.
“The NHS is playing its part through our long-term plan, but other industries must also step up and prevent the harm obesity is causing, particularly to young people.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-12--Gosport man who assaulted woman with weapon is jailed

A HAMPSHIRE man who assaulted a woman with a weapon has been jailed .
Christopher Richard Sharp assaulted a woman @ @ @ @ @ in Gosport , and damaged her clothing .
The court heard how the 36-year-old carried @ @ @ @ @ '' and that a `` weapon '' was used .
Sharp also used threatening language @ @ @ @ @ on the same day causing him to fear that violence would be used .
On @ @ @ @ @ a police officer .
Appearing at Portsmouth Magistrates ' Court , he pleaded guilty to @ @ @ @ @ beating , one count of assaulting an emergency worker , one count of using threatening @ @ @ @ @ , and two counts of damaging property .
Sharp , of Carisbrooke Road , Gosport @ @ @ @ @ for four months and ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £128 .

Christopher Richard Sharp assaulted a woman by beating on March 11 in Gosport, and damaged her clothing.
The court heard how the 36-year-old carried out a "sustained assault" and that a "weapon" was used.
Sharp also used threatening language and behaviour towards a man on the same day causing him to fear that violence would be used.
Sharp then damaged the male victim's pedal bike.
On May 7, he headbutted a police officer.
Appearing at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court, he pleaded guilty to one count of assault by beating, one count of assaulting an emergency worker, one count of using threatening and abusive language and behaviour, and two counts of damaging property.
Sharp, of Carisbrooke Road, Gosport, was committed to prison for four months and ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £128.


thedailyecho--2020-05-12--Hampshire firefighters remove more than 1,000 items from people in five years (including handcuffs)

FIREFIGHTERS in Hampshire have been called to remove objects from people more than 1,000 times in five years , figures show .
Home Office data reveals firefighters in the Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service were called 218 times to remove an object from someone in 2018-19 , five of which involving handcuffs .
And figures show that between 2014-15 and 2018-19 , crews responded to this type of incident 1,047 times .
Callouts of this kind were at their lowest in 2011-12 , with 171 incidents .
The most common reason is typically to remove a wedding ring – resulting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ – while releasing objects trapping limbs is the second most frequent reason , with 39 incidents in that year .
Hampshire firefighters also had to remove handcuffs five times in 2018-19 .
Nationally , firefighters removed objects from people 4,878 times in 2018-19 – the highest number on record .
On New Year 's Day this year , firefighters in Birmingham released a teenage boy who had locked himself in handcuffs and lost the key , while in 2019 , a toddler in South Shields was rescued by Tyne and Wear firefighters after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Fire and rescue services are attending more non-fire incidents each year , with crews in England and Wales responding to 162,000 callouts of this kind in 2018-19 .
Of those , 4,183 were attended in Hampshire .
The national increase has largely been driven by crews attending more medical and collaborative , multi-agency incidents .
Although Home Office data does not show the location of incidents involving the removal of objects in 2018-19 , the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents says more accidents happen in the home than anywhere else @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Accidents charity has suggested the coronavirus lockdown could lead to a spike in DIY mishaps and other incidents for emergency services to deal with .
Ashley Martin , RoSPA ’ s public health adviser , said : “ We are aware of the potential for an increase in the number of home accidents requiring an emergency response because of the increased amount of time people are spending at home .
“ During this period when people have more time at home , it may appear to be a good time to catch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ those for which they would normally call in expert help which is currently unavailable .
“ RoSPA advises extreme caution when undertaking DIY activities and that people can help the NHS and other emergency services by avoiding unnecessary callouts or visits to A & E . ''

Home Office data reveals firefighters in the Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service were called 218 times to remove an object from someone in 2018-19, five of which involving handcuffs.
And figures show that between 2014-15 and 2018-19, crews responded to this type of incident 1,047 times.
Callouts of this kind were at their lowest in 2011-12, with 171 incidents.
The most common reason is typically to remove a wedding ring – resulting in 141 callouts in Hampshire in 2018-19 – while releasing objects trapping limbs is the second most frequent reason, with 39 incidents in that year.
Hampshire firefighters also had to remove handcuffs five times in 2018-19.
Nationally, firefighters removed objects from people 4,878 times in 2018-19 – the highest number on record.
On New Year's Day this year, firefighters in Birmingham released a teenage boy who had locked himself in handcuffs and lost the key, while in 2019, a toddler in South Shields was rescued by Tyne and Wear firefighters after getting a potty stuck on her head.
Fire and rescue services are attending more non-fire incidents each year, with crews in England and Wales responding to 162,000 callouts of this kind in 2018-19. Of those, 4,183 were attended in Hampshire.
The national increase has largely been driven by crews attending more medical and collaborative, multi-agency incidents.
Although Home Office data does not show the location of incidents involving the removal of objects in 2018-19, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents says more accidents happen in the home than anywhere else.
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents charity has suggested the coronavirus lockdown could lead to a spike in DIY mishaps and other incidents for emergency services to deal with.
Ashley Martin, RoSPA’s public health adviser, said: “We are aware of the potential for an increase in the number of home accidents requiring an emergency response because of the increased amount of time people are spending at home.
“During this period when people have more time at home, it may appear to be a good time to catch up on some household maintenance jobs including those for which they would normally call in expert help which is currently unavailable.
“RoSPA advises extreme caution when undertaking DIY activities and that people can help the NHS and other emergency services by avoiding unnecessary callouts or visits to A&E."
"Fire-related calls still remain the biggest concern.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-12--Work to axe trees at Marlhill Copse in Southampton begins

CONTROVERSIAL work to axe trees in ancient woodland in Southampton has begun amid fears over the future of the site .
Some trees at Marlhill Copse have been fenced off as work to chop them down is now under way .
The news comes as last week civic chiefs at Southampton City Council approved plans to axe some of the trees on land owned by Southampton Airport .
Both the airport and the council said the work is urgent as the five trees pose a health and safety risk to residents and nearby properties .
As reported , campaigners hit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was not taken in public although the proposals had sparked 50 objections .
Now that work is under way campaigners said they fear this marks the start of several planning applications to cut a few trees at a time .
Gareth Narbed , who has been at the forefront of a campaign against initial proposals to cut 27 trees at Marlhill Copse , said : “ According to the tree survey report provided as part of the application there are 29 trees that they want to fell and my greatest fear is that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ start on the other 24 .
`` My fear is that there is going to be a rolling programme to fell at least all these 29 trees.
” But Southampton Airport stressed the work is necessary as the five trees present `` a real and present risk to public health '' .
Addressing the concerns over the future of the site , a spokesperson for Southampton Airport also added : `` In the summer , we will be publishing a Woodland Management plan .
`` During its creation , we have consulted with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ groups , specialists in tree and woodland management and other local key interest groups such as Friends Of Townhill Park House Gardens .
`` As part of the discussions around that plan , we will determine where best to place ownership of the copse in the future and continue to do everything we can to return the copse to a beautiful and healthy woodland which can be enjoyed by the whole community .
`` We also have an extensive replanting scheme , and will be replanting on a three-to-one ratio . ''
Last @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a full public consultation on the future of Marlhill Copse will be held in the summer .
Work on the five trees is expected to be completed on July 3 .

Some trees at Marlhill Copse have been fenced off as work to chop them down is now under way.
The news comes as last week civic chiefs at Southampton City Council approved plans to axe some of the trees on land owned by Southampton Airport.
Both the airport and the council said the work is urgent as the five trees pose a health and safety risk to residents and nearby properties.
As reported, campaigners hit out at the council as the decision was not taken in public although the proposals had sparked 50 objections.
Now that work is under way campaigners said they fear this marks the start of several planning applications to cut a few trees at a time.
Gareth Narbed, who has been at the forefront of a campaign against initial proposals to cut 27 trees at Marlhill Copse, said: “According to the tree survey report provided as part of the application there are 29 trees that they want to fell and my greatest fear is that once these works are completed they will start on the other 24.
"My fear is that there is going to be a rolling programme to fell at least all these 29 trees.”
But Southampton Airport stressed the work is necessary as the five trees present "a real and present risk to public health".
Addressing the concerns over the future of the site, a spokesperson for Southampton Airport also added: "In the summer, we will be publishing a Woodland Management plan.
"During its creation, we have consulted with residents and representatives of community and residents groups, specialists in tree and woodland management and other local key interest groups such as Friends Of Townhill Park House Gardens.
"As part of the discussions around that plan, we will determine where best to place ownership of the copse in the future and continue to do everything we can to return the copse to a beautiful and healthy woodland which can be enjoyed by the whole community.
"We also have an extensive replanting scheme, and will be replanting on a three-to-one ratio."
Last week city council leader Christopher Hammond said a full public consultation on the future of Marlhill Copse will be held in the summer.
Work on the five trees is expected to be completed on July 3.


thedailyecho--2020-05-12--Coronavirus: Bournemouth Air Festival 2020 is cancelled

BOURNEMOUTH Air Festival has been cancelled due to coronavirus .
Summer fireworks , Christchurch Food Festival and outdoor BSO concerts have also been axed .
The decision was announced this morning after weeks of speculation about whether or not the events would take place .
The news is yet another blow to the tourism industry and means millions more pounds will be lost from the local economy .
Bournemouth Air Festival attracts hordes of people to the resort every year .
BCP Council and Christchurch Destination Management Board have released a joint statement which says there will be no outdoor @ @ @ @ @ @ @ end of August .
This includes the cancellation of BCP Council organised events including the Bournemouth Air Festival , Summer Fireworks and summer events programme on Poole Quay .
Other events that have had to be cancelled include BSO Concerts in Meyrick Park and Christchurch Food Festival .
Councillor Vikki Slade , Leader of BCP Council , said ; “ Our immensely popular summer events programme , including the Bournemouth Air Festival , attracts millions of visitors to the area bringing over £32 million income to our local businesses and supports the council @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ In response to the recent government guidance around the easing of lockdown , it will no longer be possible that events planned to take place this summer in public outdoor open space can go ahead .
“ Cancelling major events and festivals is a decision we don ’ t take lightly .
The most important consideration is the health of our residents , and the safety of everyone involved including visitors , festival-goers , exhibitors , traders , staff , contractors , and the many more who contribute and play a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Our NHS and emergency services have coped incredibly well during the Covid-19 pandemic and we would not want to risk this changing , or to try to manage events whilst adhering to government measures and advice including on social distancing .
“ The government ’ s guidance indicated that hospitality businesses are not likely to open before July .
We know there are many hotels , restaurants , bars and local contractors serving this industry whose livelihoods rely on the summer events programme and we want to assure those businesses - including @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sector – that BCP Council will do everything we can to support you and work together with you to come through this .
“ We ’ re looking at every feasible option to help to sustain this industry , and with this we have already committed to deliver a refreshed Air Festival in 2021.
” BCP Council and Destination Management Board for Bournemouth , Christchurch and Poole will continue to work together in lobbying central government to ensure this vital sector is fully supported through the national recovery plan .
David Bailey , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said ; “ The Board fully understands the decision taken by BCP Council .
It is very important that as the Destination of Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole we show we are taking the sensible measures and demonstrate that in the future we want to offer visitors and residents the safest environment to enjoy the unique tourism and hospitality offer .
We thank BCP Council for its continued support and the confirmation of next year ’ s Bournemouth Air Festival.
” A Bournemouth Air Festival for next year has been confirmed for Thursday September @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Scarfe , Chief Executive , Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra , “ Our Proms in the Park concerts hosted in partnership with BCP Council are always a highlight of the summer season in Bournemouth ; with audiences dancing away to our live music , the series is always a celebratory moment in the BSO year .
We know that loyal audiences will be sorry to miss the party this year , and we ’ ll miss you all too , but we look forward to seeing you next year for a spectacular celebration ” .

Summer fireworks, Christchurch Food Festival and outdoor BSO concerts have also been axed.
The decision was announced this morning after weeks of speculation about whether or not the events would take place.
The news is yet another blow to the tourism industry and means millions more pounds will be lost from the local economy.
Bournemouth Air Festival attracts hordes of people to the resort every year.
BCP Council and Christchurch Destination Management Board have released a joint statement which says there will be no outdoor events on public open space until the end of August.
This includes the cancellation of BCP Council organised events including the Bournemouth Air Festival, Summer Fireworks and summer events programme on Poole Quay. Other events that have had to be cancelled include BSO Concerts in Meyrick Park and Christchurch Food Festival.
Councillor Vikki Slade, Leader of BCP Council, said; “Our immensely popular summer events programme, including the Bournemouth Air Festival, attracts millions of visitors to the area bringing over £32 million income to our local businesses and supports the council’s services through our seafront offering.
“In response to the recent government guidance around the easing of lockdown, it will no longer be possible that events planned to take place this summer in public outdoor open space can go ahead.
“Cancelling major events and festivals is a decision we don’t take lightly. The most important consideration is the health of our residents, and the safety of everyone involved including visitors, festival-goers, exhibitors, traders, staff, contractors, and the many more who contribute and play a part in delivering those much-loved events.
“Our NHS and emergency services have coped incredibly well during the Covid-19 pandemic and we would not want to risk this changing, or to try to manage events whilst adhering to government measures and advice including on social distancing.
“The government’s guidance indicated that hospitality businesses are not likely to open before July. We know there are many hotels, restaurants, bars and local contractors serving this industry whose livelihoods rely on the summer events programme and we want to assure those businesses - including the 17,000 plus people employed in this sector – that BCP Council will do everything we can to support you and work together with you to come through this.
“We’re looking at every feasible option to help to sustain this industry, and with this we have already committed to deliver a refreshed Air Festival in 2021.”
BCP Council and Destination Management Board for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole will continue to work together in lobbying central government to ensure this vital sector is fully supported through the national recovery plan.
Summer fireworks by Echo Camera club member Pauline Guppy
David Bailey, Chairman of the Destination Management Board, said; “The Board fully understands the decision taken by BCP Council. It is very important that as the Destination of Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole we show we are taking the sensible measures and demonstrate that in the future we want to offer visitors and residents the safest environment to enjoy the unique tourism and hospitality offer. We thank BCP Council for its continued support and the confirmation of next year’s Bournemouth Air Festival.”
A Bournemouth Air Festival for next year has been confirmed for Thursday September 2 until Sunday September 5.
Dougie Scarfe, Chief Executive, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, “Our Proms in the Park concerts hosted in partnership with BCP Council are always a highlight of the summer season in Bournemouth; with audiences dancing away to our live music, the series is always a celebratory moment in the BSO year. We know that loyal audiences will be sorry to miss the party this year, and we’ll miss you all too, but we look forward to seeing you next year for a spectacular celebration”.


thedailyecho--2020-05-12--Gosport Ferry is set 48-hour rescue plan deadline

GOVERNMENT transport officials have been told they have 48 hours to work with Gosport Ferry owners and local councils to pull together a package of support .
Transport secretary Grant Shapps has set the urgent timescale following a meeting on Monday in which the financial plight of the service was discussed .
Gosport MP Caroline Dinenage joined leaders from Hampshire County Council , Gosport Borough Council and Portsmouth City Council in a video-conference call with Mr Shapps to discuss the situation .
This was the most recent in a series of meetings in an attempt to find a solution for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ yesterday 's the call to once again stress the urgency of this situation and to underline that for many local people the ferry is a lifeline .
Council leaders reportedly agreed that a joint response on funding was necessary in order to support the Ferry and keep the service running .
Mr Shapps ended the meeting by requesting his officials to pull together a proposal for council leaders in the next 48 hours .
Ms Dinenage said : `` Gosport Ferry is a lifeline to people in our area , that ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bosses , Government colleagues and Local Authorities for many weeks now to find an urgent package of support during the current challenges .
`` I welcome the fast time-frame set out by the Secretary of State and his determination to work towards a coordinated response to help this vital and much-loved service . ''

Transport secretary Grant Shapps has set the urgent timescale following a meeting on Monday in which the financial plight of the service was discussed.
Gosport MP Caroline Dinenage joined leaders from Hampshire County Council, Gosport Borough Council and Portsmouth City Council in a video-conference call with Mr Shapps to discuss the situation.
This was the most recent in a series of meetings in an attempt to find a solution for well over month.
Ms Dinenage used yesterday's the call to once again stress the urgency of this situation and to underline that for many local people the ferry is a lifeline.
Council leaders reportedly agreed that a joint response on funding was necessary in order to support the Ferry and keep the service running.
Mr Shapps ended the meeting by requesting his officials to pull together a proposal for council leaders in the next 48 hours.
Ms Dinenage said: "Gosport Ferry is a lifeline to people in our area, that’s why I have been working with Ferry bosses, Government colleagues and Local Authorities for many weeks now to find an urgent package of support during the current challenges.
"I welcome the fast time-frame set out by the Secretary of State and his determination to work towards a coordinated response to help this vital and much-loved service."


thedailyecho--2020-05-12--Police officer from Hampshire appears in court on murder charge

A SERVING police officer has appeared in court charged with murdering a woman in a village pub car park .
PC Timothy Brehmer , aged 41 , who lives in Hordle in the New Forest , and served with Dorset Police , is accused of killing Claire Parry , outside the Horns Inn in West Parley , Dorset , last Saturday .
Mrs Parry , also 41 , was found by ambulance paramedics unconscious at the scene and she later died in hospital .
A post mortem examination showed she died from a brain injury caused by compression of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who is married and knew Mrs Parry , appeared at Poole Magistrates ' Court from Weymouth police station via a video link charged with murdering the mother-of-two .
He wore a grey sweatshirt and showed little emotion .
He confirmed his New Forest address and his date of birth .
Richard Oakley , prosecuting , said : `` The application is for him to be remanded in custody as he has been charged with a serious offence . ''
Ian Wilson , defending , did not contest the application .
District Judge Stephen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told him he will appear at Winchester Crown Court tomorrow .
PC Brehmer serves with Dorset Police .
He is a former traffic officer and was seconded to the National Police Air Service ( NPAS ) at the time of his arrest .
In 2011 he was awarded after rescuing a family from a fire in Christchurch .
He and a colleague broke down the front door of a property to save the lives of a family and their three cats .
A spokesman for Dorset Police earlier confirmed that he was not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ incident .
However , due to his occupation , the force has referred the matter to the Independent Office for Police Conduct ( IOPC ) .
Assistant Chief Constable Mark Callaghan said : `` We have kept the family of Mrs Parry updated throughout the investigation and family liaison officers continue to support them .
`` Our thoughts remain with her family and friends at this very difficult time . ''

PC Timothy Brehmer, aged 41, who lives in Hordle in the New Forest, and served with Dorset Police, is accused of killing Claire Parry, outside the Horns Inn in West Parley, Dorset, last Saturday.
Mrs Parry, also 41, was found by ambulance paramedics unconscious at the scene and she later died in hospital.
A post mortem examination showed she died from a brain injury caused by compression of the neck.
Today, PC Brehmer, who is married and knew Mrs Parry, appeared at Poole Magistrates' Court from Weymouth police station via a video link charged with murdering the mother-of-two.
He wore a grey sweatshirt and showed little emotion.
He confirmed his New Forest address and his date of birth.
Richard Oakley, prosecuting, said: "The application is for him to be remanded in custody as he has been charged with a serious offence."
Ian Wilson, defending, did not contest the application.
District Judge Stephen Nicholls remanded the officer in custody and told him he will appear at Winchester Crown Court tomorrow.
PC Brehmer serves with Dorset Police. He is a former traffic officer and was seconded to the National Police Air Service (NPAS) at the time of his arrest.
In 2011 he was awarded after rescuing a family from a fire in Christchurch.
He and a colleague broke down the front door of a property to save the lives of a family and their three cats.
A spokesman for Dorset Police earlier confirmed that he was not on duty at the time of the incident.
However, due to his occupation, the force has referred the matter to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).
Assistant Chief Constable Mark Callaghan said: "We have kept the family of Mrs Parry updated throughout the investigation and family liaison officers continue to support them.
"Our thoughts remain with her family and friends at this very difficult time."


thedailyecho--2020-05-12--Co-op worker with Stanley knife in robbery in Totton

A HUNT has been launched for a man who threatened a shop assistant with a Stanley knife during a robbery .
It happened at the Co-op in Totton when the shop worker confronted the man as he tried to conceal an item in his jacket .
The robber then threatened the assistant with the knife before leaving the Rumbridge Street store .
Police have now issued a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident which happened between 7.50pm and 8pm on May 4 .
• Driver fails to stop for police and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as white , between 5ft 8ins and 6ft tall , stocky , with dark shoulder length hair and facial hair .
He was wearing grey jogging bottoms , white trainers , and a dark padded jacket with a hood .
A statement from Hampshire Police said : `` If you know the man pictured , or have any information that could assist our investigation , please call 101 , quoting 44200157714 .
`` Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 % anonymously on 0800 555 111 , or via their anonymous @ @ @ @ @

It happened at the Co-op in Totton when the shop worker confronted the man as he tried to conceal an item in his jacket.
The robber then threatened the assistant with the knife before leaving the Rumbridge Street store.
Police have now issued a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident which happened between 7.50pm and 8pm on May 4.
He is described as white, between 5ft 8ins and 6ft tall, stocky, with dark shoulder length hair and facial hair.
He was wearing grey jogging bottoms, white trainers, and a dark padded jacket with a hood.
A statement from Hampshire Police said: "If you know the man pictured, or have any information that could assist our investigation, please call 101, quoting 44200157714.
"Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org"


thedailyecho--2020-05-12--Covid-19 deaths in Hampshire care homes continue to rise

THE number of Covid-19 deaths in Hampshire care homes continues to rise , new figures have revealed .
According to the latest data published by the Office for National Statistics ( ONS ) a total of 122 coronavirus-related deaths occurred in care homes across the county between April 25 and May 1 .
This is the highest number of deaths recorded in a week since the start of the year and an increase from the 104 recorded between April 17 and April 24 .
The numbers refer to both private and council-run care homes .
County bosses said the increase @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cause for concern .
It comes as the latest data also revealed that the total number of Covid-19 deaths which occurred in Hampshire care homes and were reported to the Care and Quality Commission ( CQC ) since April 10 has risen to 318 .
Of these , 59 were notified between May 2 and May 8 , with 4 deaths occurring in Southampton , seven in Portsmouth and 48 across the rest of Hampshire .
The numbers are down from the week before when 76 deaths were reported to the CQC .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ week between April 25 and May 1 show a sharp increase in some areas of Hampshire such as Eastleigh where the number of Covid-19 deaths in care homes went from four ( between April 17-24 ) to 17 ( between April 25 and May 1 ) .
During the same two weeks , numbers have also gone up in Fareham care homes from three to ten , in Winchester from seven to 13 and in Test Valley from 14 to 15 .
But they have declined slightly across the rest of the county @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the New Forest remains the area hit the most with a total of 36 Covid-19 related deaths in its care homes .
Last week Cllr Barry Rickman , leader of New Forest Distric Council , said the high numbers are probably down to a higher ratio of people in care homes in the New Forest .
Following the latest data Councillor Liz Fairhurst , executive member for adult social care and health at the county council , said : “ The rise in the number of deaths in care homes across Hampshire and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a huge cause for concern for everyone involved .
We are going to enormous lengths to support our own homes , as well as the independent sector wherever we can , to prevent any further spread of the virus .
This includes continuing to operate and advise on stringent hygiene and infection control processes , in line with the latest clinical guidance from Public Health England , and to provide staff with the required PPE .
In addition , the only visitors permitted are those visiting relatives at ‘ end of life ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and by arrangement with the registered manager .
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According to the latest data published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) a total of 122 coronavirus-related deaths occurred in care homes across the county between April 25 and May 1.
This is the highest number of deaths recorded in a week since the start of the year and an increase from the 104 recorded between April 17 and April 24.
The numbers refer to both private and council-run care homes.
County bosses said the increase in care home deaths is a huge cause for concern.
It comes as the latest data also revealed that the total number of Covid-19 deaths which occurred in Hampshire care homes and were reported to the Care and Quality Commission (CQC) since April 10 has risen to 318.
Of these, 59 were notified between May 2 and May 8, with 4 deaths occurring in Southampton, seven in Portsmouth and 48 across the rest of Hampshire.
The numbers are down from the week before when 76 deaths were reported to the CQC.
However, the figures referring to the week between April 25 and May 1 show a sharp increase in some areas of Hampshire such as Eastleigh where the number of Covid-19 deaths in care homes went from four (between April 17-24) to 17 (between April 25 and May 1).
During the same two weeks, numbers have also gone up in Fareham care homes from three to ten, in Winchester from seven to 13 and in Test Valley from 14 to 15. But they have declined slightly across the rest of the county.
The latest data also revealed that the New Forest remains the area hit the most with a total of 36 Covid-19 related deaths in its care homes.
Last week Cllr Barry Rickman, leader of New Forest Distric Council, said the high numbers are probably down to a higher ratio of people in care homes in the New Forest.
Following the latest data Councillor Liz Fairhurst, executive member for adult social care and health at the county council, said: “The rise in the number of deaths in care homes across Hampshire and in the rest of the country is a huge cause for concern for everyone involved. We are going to enormous lengths to support our own homes, as well as the independent sector wherever we can, to prevent any further spread of the virus. This includes continuing to operate and advise on stringent hygiene and infection control processes, in line with the latest clinical guidance from Public Health England, and to provide staff with the required PPE. In addition, the only visitors permitted are those visiting relatives at ‘end of life’ – in accordance with national advice, and by arrangement with the registered manager.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-12--Car parks at country parks in Hampshire will reopen

CAR PARKS at country parks across Hampshire are set to reopen .
County bosses have confirmed that the car parks at country parks across the county will reopen tomorrow ( May13 ) .
The news comes as they were shut in March to stop the spread of Covid-19 .
Now , the decision has been reversed as from tomorrow people will be allowed to take more outdoor exercise , according to the new government guideline .
Hampshire County Council said all country parks ( excluding the Staunton and Manor Farm attractions ) and those sites with Automatic Number Plate Recognition @ @ @ @ @ @ @ opening hours and normal parking rates .
Cllr Seán Woodward , executive member for recreation and heritage at the county council , said : “ I would ask all visitors to keep themselves and others safe when they visit any of Hampshire country parks .
Please leave a car ’ s width when parking and be courteous by checking and allowing others nearby to move away before you step out of your vehicle .
This includes when arriving and leaving , and also paying for your parking .
As you walk , cycle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ metres apart from those who are not in your household and use the paths and spaces responsibly so that visitors and staff are not put at risk.
” The council also confirmed that toilets at the sites will be open but cafés , shops , visitor centres and play areas remain closed until further notice .
Cllr Woodward added : “ This positive step forward is dependent on all of us continuing to socially distance and following the Government ’ s wider guidelines .
That way , we stand a quicker and greater @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our daily lives such as enjoying Hampshire ’ s beautiful scenery and outdoor spaces.
” Calshot Activities Centre will also be opening for parking .
The council also said that depending on a decision by Associated British Ports , the slipway will also be available for recreational boating .
Opposition leader Councillor Keith House also welcomed the news and said : “ I am pleased that the county council has responded quickly to my request to reopen the country park car parks at Netley and elsewhere .
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County bosses have confirmed that the car parks at country parks across the county will reopen tomorrow (May13).
The news comes as they were shut in March to stop the spread of Covid-19.
Now, the decision has been reversed as from tomorrow people will be allowed to take more outdoor exercise, according to the new government guideline.
Hampshire County Council said all country parks (excluding the Staunton and Manor Farm attractions) and those sites with Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) systems will operate normal opening hours and normal parking rates.
Cllr Seán Woodward, executive member for recreation and heritage at the county council, said: “I would ask all visitors to keep themselves and others safe when they visit any of Hampshire country parks. Please leave a car’s width when parking and be courteous by checking and allowing others nearby to move away before you step out of your vehicle. This includes when arriving and leaving, and also paying for your parking. As you walk, cycle or run, continue to keep two metres apart from those who are not in your household and use the paths and spaces responsibly so that visitors and staff are not put at risk.”
The council also confirmed that toilets at the sites will be open but cafés, shops, visitor centres and play areas remain closed until further notice.
Cllr Woodward added: “This positive step forward is dependent on all of us continuing to socially distance and following the Government’s wider guidelines. That way, we stand a quicker and greater chance to recover the much-valued parts of our daily lives such as enjoying Hampshire’s beautiful scenery and outdoor spaces.”
Calshot Activities Centre will also be opening for parking.
The council also said that depending on a decision by Associated British Ports, the slipway will also be available for recreational boating.
Opposition leader Councillor Keith House also welcomed the news and said: “I am pleased that the county council has responded quickly to my request to reopen the country park car parks at Netley and elsewhere.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-12--Coronavirus: Four more patients die in Hampshire in 24 hours

A FURTHER four people who tested positive for coronavirus have died in Hampshire in the last 24 hours .
Figures @ @ @ @ @ afternoon have revealed that four more people have died in Hampshire - bringing the total @ @ @ @ @ county up to 526 from 522 recorded at the same time yesterday .
At UHS @ @ @ @ @ who tested positive for the virus , up by two in the last 24 hours @ @ @ @ @ Foundation Trust , 144 people have died - up by one from 143 yesterday .
@ @ @ @ @ have died at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust after contracting the virus , an increase @ @ @ @ @ 24 hours .
There have been no more coronavirus related deaths at Southern Health NHS @ @ @ @ @ have died after testing positive for Covid-19 .

Figures released by the NHS this afternoon have revealed that four more people have died in Hampshire - bringing the total number of deaths in the county up to 526 from 522 recorded at the same time yesterday.
The statistics cover University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS), Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
At UHS, 160 patients have died who tested positive for the virus, up by two in the last 24 hours.
At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, 144 people have died - up by one from 143 yesterday.
In total, 206 people have died at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust after contracting the virus, an increase of one in the last 24 hours.
There have been no more coronavirus related deaths at Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust where 16 people have died after testing positive for Covid-19.


thedailyecho--2020-05-12--New Forest car parks to reopen tomorrow

New Forest car parks to reopen tomorrow

CAR parks across the New Forest are due to reopen tomorrow following the government 's decision to ease the lockdown .
Drivers can once again use coastal car parks owned by the district council and beauty spot parking areas controlled by Forestry England .
It follows complaints that car park closures have resulted in drivers parking on grazing land and blocking emergency access gates .
A Forestry England spokesman said it was reopening many of its car parks in the Forest where the safety conditions could be met .
• Acre of gorse destroyed by fire in the New Forest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ line with ongoing social distancing requirements , all other visitor facilities in the Forest , including toilets , BBQ areas and campsites , remain closed . ''
The spokesman said some car parks would stay shut to protect ground-nesting birds and other forms of wildlife .
He added : `` It is a vital time of year for ground-nesting birds and the public are urged to stay on the main paths when walking , cycling or horse riding .
`` Dog walkers are asked to keep dogs on the main tracks and if @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are also advised to keep their distance from the many animals that have been born on the Forest during the lockdown as they will have very protective parents . ''

Drivers can once again use coastal car parks owned by the district council and beauty spot parking areas controlled by Forestry England.
It follows complaints that car park closures have resulted in drivers parking on grazing land and blocking emergency access gates.
A Forestry England spokesman said it was reopening many of its car parks in the Forest where the safety conditions could be met.
He added: "However, in line with ongoing social distancing requirements, all other visitor facilities in the Forest, including toilets, BBQ areas and campsites, remain closed."
The spokesman said some car parks would stay shut to protect ground-nesting birds and other forms of wildlife.
He added: "It is a vital time of year for ground-nesting birds and the public are urged to stay on the main paths when walking, cycling or horse riding.
"Dog walkers are asked to keep dogs on the main tracks and if necessary use a lead.
"People are also advised to keep their distance from the many animals that have been born on the Forest during the lockdown as they will have very protective parents."


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--Murder probe launched after incident in Malmesbury Road, Southampton

A MURDER probe has been launched after a 51-year-old man died in Southampton .
Police rushed to the scene at @ @ @ @ @ Monday after being called by South Central Ambulance Service ( SCAS ) .
They arrived @ @ @ @ @ responding to an incident involving a man 's death .
Officers arrested four men aged @ @ @ @ @ , and 58 , and a 47-year-old woman , all from Southampton , on suspicion @ @ @ @ @ all been released under investigation .
Police are now carrying out further enquiries to establish @ @ @ @ @ happened , and the victim 's family have been informed .
A spokesperson for Hampshire @ @ @ @ @ post mortem examination has taken place and we are awaiting further results before cause of @ @ @ @ @ As part of our enquiries , we arrested four men aged 38 , 50 , @ @ @ @ @ woman aged 47 , all from Southampton , on suspicion of murder .
`` They @ @ @ @ @ investigation . ''

Police rushed to the scene at Malmesbury Road at 5.10pm on Monday after being called by South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS).
They arrived to find the ambulance team responding to an incident involving a man's death.
Officers arrested four men aged 38, 50, 56, and 58, and a 47-year-old woman, all from Southampton, on suspicion of murder, who have all been released under investigation.
Police are now carrying out further enquiries to establish the exact circumstances of what happened, and the victim's family have been informed.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "A post mortem examination has taken place and we are awaiting further results before cause of death is confirmed.
"As part of our enquiries, we arrested four men aged 38, 50, 56 and 58 and a woman aged 47, all from Southampton, on suspicion of murder.
"They have all been released under investigation."


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--Rashpal Sanghera jailed after sexual assault and thefts

A SOUTHAMPTON man has been jailed for 30 months following a sexual assault and spate of thefts .
Rashpal Sanghera was having his beard trimmed when he sexually assaulted the the female hairdresser .
Southampton Crown Court heard how Sanghera - who appeared via video link - chased his victim around the barbershop .
When the 36-year-old forced himself on her she used a rolled-up magazine to fend him off .
“ Watch out what happens to you ” were the words he used to threaten her as he left .
Prosecutor Robert Welling said she was alone at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Sanghera of Lingwood Close was arrested and released under investigation .
A month later he was pulled over on The Avenue while driving his BMW .
A test found traces of benzoylecgonine - a breakdown product of cocaine - and cocaine in his system .
With 29 existing convictions to his name , he went on to steal a charity tin from Sam ’ s Chicken Takeaway in Shirley High Street and another from Moby Dick fish and chip shop in Church Street , Shirley on January 27 .
Sanghera was later @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stolen from a student , used to pay off £770.21 of drug debts across Southampton , Eastleigh and Winchester .
While at the McColls store in Bedford Place - Sanghera lunged across the counter and stole four scratch cards while days later , he and a friend stole alcohol worth £115 from Sainsbury ’ s in Leigh Road , Eastleigh .
He then failed to appear at court for the sexual assault offence but was found guilty in his absence on March 16 .
He was finally arrested on March 24 this year @ @ @ @ @ @ @ found guilty of the sexual assault and admitted three thefts , one fraud , one burglary and one count of driving under the influence of drugs Chris Gager , defending said Sanghera had plans to change and was stuck in a vicious circle of drug abuse .
However , he repeatedly abused Judge Christopher Parker as he was sentenced to 30-months in prison - of which he will serve half .
Sanghera was also disqualified from driving for two years which will start when he is released - minus six weeks for time @ @ @ @

Rashpal Sanghera was having his beard trimmed when he sexually assaulted the the female hairdresser.
Southampton Crown Court heard how Sanghera - who appeared via video link - chased his victim around the barbershop. When the 36-year-old forced himself on her she used a rolled-up magazine to fend him off.
“Watch out what happens to you” were the words he used to threaten her as he left.
Prosecutor Robert Welling said she was alone at the time and was left scared and distressed.
Sanghera of Lingwood Close was arrested and released under investigation. A month later he was pulled over on The Avenue while driving his BMW. A test found traces of benzoylecgonine - a breakdown product of cocaine - and cocaine in his system.
With 29 existing convictions to his name, he went on to steal a charity tin from Sam’s Chicken Takeaway in Shirley High Street and another from Moby Dick fish and chip shop in Church Street, Shirley on January 27.
Sanghera was later found in possession of a bank card stolen from a student, used to pay off £770.21 of drug debts across Southampton, Eastleigh and Winchester.
While at the McColls store in Bedford Place - Sanghera lunged across the counter and stole four scratch cards while days later, he and a friend stole alcohol worth £115 from Sainsbury’s in Leigh Road, Eastleigh.
He then failed to appear at court for the sexual assault offence but was found guilty in his absence on March 16.
He was finally arrested on March 24 this year.
At previous hearings he had been found guilty of the sexual assault and admitted three thefts, one fraud, one burglary and one count of driving under the influence of drugs
Chris Gager, defending said Sanghera had plans to change and was stuck in a vicious circle of drug abuse.
However, he repeatedly abused Judge Christopher Parker as he was sentenced to 30-months in prison - of which he will serve half.
Sanghera was also disqualified from driving for two years which will start when he is released - minus six weeks for time spent in custody.


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--Firefighters hit out after group of men from Southampton have BBQ in New Forest

A FIRE crew has hit out at a group of men from Southampton who were found having a BBQ in @ @ @ @ @ Fire Station took to Twitter to ask residents to behave in a safe way following @ @ @ @ @ on Tuesday evening .
The statement said : `` We are feeling disappointed .
• @ @ @ @ @ of families ignore rules and flock to Lepe Beach > > > `` Tipped out @ @ @ @ @ in the New Forest .
`` A group of young men from Southamptin with different @ @ @ @ @ not adhering to social distancing rules .
`` We urge you not to do this @ @ @ @ @ .
Please be safe . ''
It comes after angry residents slammed sunbathers for flouting @ @ @ @ @ Beach .
A photo showed cars parked along double yellow lines in the area .

Lyndhurst Fire Station took to Twitter to ask residents to behave in a safe way following the incident, which happened on Tuesday evening.
The statement said: "We are feeling disappointed.
"Tipped out to bonfire and BBQ tonight in the New Forest.
"A group of young men from Southamptin with different addresses [were] clearly not adhering to social distancing rules.
"We urge you not to do this.
"Please be considerate. Please be safe."
It comes after angry residents slammed sunbathers for flouting rules and heading to Lepe Beach.
A photo showed cars parked along double yellow lines in the area.


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--Dog attacked by two greyhounds in Hazel Park, Totton

A SUDDEN attack by two loose greyhounds has left another dog in a serious condition after they `` ripped her body to pieces ” .
Ten-year-old Ellie the Yorkshire terrier was taking a stroll near Hazel Park , Totton , on Sunday evening .
She was going on a daily walk with Angela Harder , who has been walking Ellie for her elderly neighbour Jean Maulini during the lockdown .
The 63-year-old security officer said the two greyhounds ran over and started ripping Ellie ’ s skin with their teeth .
• ' I did n't think she would make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Staffies Angela , from Totton , said : “ It was the first time in my life that I didn ’ t take my phone out as I didn ’ t have pockets .
“ There was not a soul in the park and I thought to myself , if someone attacks me I can ’ t contact anyone .
“ It was my last thought before I saw two greyhounds running really fast , without an owner , and as soon as they reached me , the first dog instantly started ripping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I picked her up and they both started trying to attack me , and were going for my throat .
I thought they were going to kill me and Ellie.
” • 'They were totally out of control ' - woman attacked by mountain-type dogs Ellie suffered several bites to her neck and body , leaving her with a large gash .
Angela said she then threw Ellie into Hazel Park play area to get her away from the dogs .
She started `` screaming hysterically '' for help when two men - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her aid .
While Angela managed to escape and get Ellie home to her owner , one of the men was attacked by the greyhounds .
• Police speak to witnesses following horror attack on dog Her owner Jean said : `` Ellie is very lucky to be alive .
We need these dogs caught and the owner punished .
`` I 'd like to thank Angela , John Schuttler and the other gentleman that was injured who no doubt saved Ellie 's life putting their own at risk . ''
Ellie also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stitches in her neck and side .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said : `` We have received a report of two greyhounds loose in Hazel Park , Totton , which attacked two people just after 7.45pm on Sunday , May 10 .
Anyone with information can call 101 , quoting 44200165617 . ''

Ten-year-old Ellie the Yorkshire terrier was taking a stroll near Hazel Park, Totton, on Sunday evening.
She was going on a daily walk with Angela Harder, who has been walking Ellie for her elderly neighbour Jean Maulini during the lockdown.
The 63-year-old security officer said the two greyhounds ran over and started ripping Ellie’s skin with their teeth.
Angela, from Totton, said: “It was the first time in my life that I didn’t take my phone out as I didn’t have pockets.
“There was not a soul in the park and I thought to myself, if someone attacks me I can’t contact anyone.
“It was my last thought before I saw two greyhounds running really fast, without an owner, and as soon as they reached me, the first dog instantly started ripping Ellie's body to pieces.
“I picked her up and they both started trying to attack me, and were going for my throat. I thought they were going to kill me and Ellie.”
Ellie suffered several bites to her neck and body, leaving her with a large gash.
Angela said she then threw Ellie into Hazel Park play area to get her away from the dogs.
She started "screaming hysterically" for help when two men - one called John Schuttler - came to her aid.
While Angela managed to escape and get Ellie home to her owner, one of the men was attacked by the greyhounds.
Her owner Jean said: "Ellie is very lucky to be alive. We need these dogs caught and the owner punished.
"I'd like to thank Angela, John Schuttler and the other gentleman that was injured who no doubt saved Ellie's life putting their own at risk."
Ellie also suffered a damaged eye and has had stitches in her neck and side.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said: "We have received a report of two greyhounds loose in Hazel Park, Totton, which attacked two people just after 7.45pm on Sunday, May 10. Anyone with information can call 101, quoting 44200165617."


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--Thousands of jobs at risk as travel firm Tui faces 'greatest crisis'

HOLIDAY giant Tui is looking to cut up to 8,000 roles worldwide with the firm calling Covid-19 the `` greatest crisis '' the industry has faced .
The UK 's biggest tour operator posted losses of 845.8 million euro ( £747m ) in the first half of 2020 , compared to 289.1 million ( £255m ) in the same period 12 months previously .
The Anglo-German company , which runs flights from Southampton Airport to Palma de Mallorca , said : `` We are targeting to permanently reduce our overhead cost base by 30 per cent across the entire group @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on potentially 8,000 roles globally that will either not be recruited or reduced . ''
Fritz Joussen , chief executive of the firm , said the company should `` emerge from the crisis stronger '' .
He added : `` It will be a different Tui and it will find a different market environment than before the pandemic .
`` This will require cuts : in investments , in costs , in our size and our presence around the world .
`` We must be leaner than before , more efficient , faster @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three travel agency branches in Southampton , two in Fareham and one in Eastleigh .
The company 's report said : `` The tourism industry has weathered a number of macroeconomic shocks throughout the most recent decades , however the Covid-19 pandemic is unquestionably the greatest crisis the industry and Tui has ever faced . ''
It added that losses also came as a result of the grounding of the Boeing 737 Max aircraft after two crashes with other airlines .
In a media conference call , Mr Joussen said the firm believes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the latest .
Destinations such as the Spanish islands , Greece and Cyprus `` are ready '' , he insisted .
He said : `` I think people have a strong demand to do these kinds of travels and I think we have the means to make it possible with reasonable safety . ''
He said Tui has seen strong demand from UK holidaymakers bookings trips for this winter to destinations such as the Canary Islands and Egypt .
`` The Canaries are very safe , '' he added .
Mr Joussen revealed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cash refunds for cancelled trips , while half are accepting vouchers .
He said : `` I think we all need to strive that actually the system does n't collapse because that does n't help anybody - not the customer , not the countries , not the economy .
`` ( If the ) system collapses , the demand comes back and suddenly you do n't have any offers anymore . ''
Demand for cash refunds can be reduced by `` many means '' , he claimed , such as making the acceptance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ protection from governments and stating that `` travel is possible soon '' .
He expects Tui will issue payouts to customers of up to 200 million euros ( £177 million ) .
Asked for his response to Health Secretary Matt Hancock 's comment on Tuesday that it is `` unlikely that big , lavish international holidays are going to be possible for this summer '' , Mr Joussen said : `` What I see on a global basis is that customers want to go on their holidays , that politicians could more and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ appropriate - particularly in Europe - the free movement is appropriate and adequate when it is safe , so there is no undue limitation of customer visits when you can provide safe trips .
`` I can only say we are ready to provide safe trips , not everywhere , but in some destinations that customers would like to go .
`` Increasingly , I get the feeling that politicians and governments are following a European open borders idea if it is adequate and reasonably safe . ''
The UK has said it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ passengers entering or returning to the country .

The UK's biggest tour operator posted losses of 845.8 million euro (£747m) in the first half of 2020, compared to 289.1 million (£255m) in the same period 12 months previously.
The Anglo-German company, which runs flights from Southampton Airport to Palma de Mallorca, said: "We are targeting to permanently reduce our overhead cost base by 30 per cent across the entire group.
"This will have an impact on potentially 8,000 roles globally that will either not be recruited or reduced."
Fritz Joussen, chief executive of the firm, said the company should "emerge from the crisis stronger".
He added: "It will be a different Tui and it will find a different market environment than before the pandemic.
"This will require cuts: in investments, in costs, in our size and our presence around the world.
"We must be leaner than before, more efficient, faster and more digital."
Tui has three travel agency branches in Southampton, two in Fareham and one in Eastleigh.
The company's report said: "The tourism industry has weathered a number of macroeconomic shocks throughout the most recent decades, however the Covid-19 pandemic is unquestionably the greatest crisis the industry and Tui has ever faced."
It added that losses also came as a result of the grounding of the Boeing 737 Max aircraft after two crashes with other airlines.
In a media conference call, Mr Joussen said the firm believes it can resume holidays in July at the latest.
Destinations such as the Spanish islands, Greece and Cyprus "are ready", he insisted.
He said: "I think people have a strong demand to do these kinds of travels and I think we have the means to make it possible with reasonable safety."
He said Tui has seen strong demand from UK holidaymakers bookings trips for this winter to destinations such as the Canary Islands and Egypt.
"The Canaries are very safe," he added.
Mr Joussen revealed that around half of customers are demanding cash refunds for cancelled trips, while half are accepting vouchers.
He said: "I think we all need to strive that actually the system doesn't collapse because that doesn't help anybody - not the customer, not the countries, not the economy.
"(If the) system collapses, the demand comes back and suddenly you don't have any offers anymore."
Demand for cash refunds can be reduced by "many means", he claimed, such as making the acceptance of vouchers mandatory, giving vouchers financial protection from governments and stating that "travel is possible soon".
He expects Tui will issue payouts to customers of up to 200 million euros (£177 million).
Asked for his response to Health Secretary Matt Hancock's comment on Tuesday that it is "unlikely that big, lavish international holidays are going to be possible for this summer", Mr Joussen said: "What I see on a global basis is that customers want to go on their holidays, that politicians could more and more take the view that it is appropriate - particularly in Europe - the free movement is appropriate and adequate when it is safe, so there is no undue limitation of customer visits when you can provide safe trips.
"I can only say we are ready to provide safe trips, not everywhere, but in some destinations that customers would like to go.
"Increasingly, I get the feeling that politicians and governments are following a European open borders idea if it is adequate and reasonably safe."
The UK has said it is preparing to introduce quarantine rules for passengers entering or returning to the country.


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--Southampton Pride 2020 cancelled due to coronavirus crisis

SOUTHAMPTON Pride has been cancelled this year due to the coronavirus outbreak .
Organisers announced today that Southampton Pride , which was scheduled for August 29 , has been cancelled .
Committee members who organiser the festival have said that although they have been working to keep the event going , a review of the situation has lead to the day being cancelled .
In a statement a spokesperson said : `` We have to put the safety of all of our attendees , businesses and volunteers first .
• All the photos from Southampton Pride 2019 '' With no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the decision has been made to cancel and focus our efforts on returning next year with our best Pride yet .
`` We are actively assessing our options in bringing you a digital event in August to ensure that the LGBT+ community in Southampton can still join us in some form , with more details of this to be announced in the coming weeks via our social media channels . ''
It comes after the announcement that Boomtown 2020 will not be going ahead this summer due to the coronavirus crisis .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' that the event which was due to take place between August 12 and 16 this year has been cancelled .
Southampton Pride organisers have announced next year 's date at August 28 , 2021 .
`` We would finally like to thank all of our sponsors , partners , volunteers and of course our amazing attendees for their continued support and understanding throughout this unprecedented time , '' They added .
`` We will continue to offer support through our social channels including signposting to relevant support agencies should this be required @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 12,000 people celebrated the fourth annual Southampton Pride at Guildhall Square .

Organisers announced today that Southampton Pride, which was scheduled for August 29, has been cancelled.
Committee members who organiser the festival have said that although they have been working to keep the event going, a review of the situation has lead to the day being cancelled.
In a statement a spokesperson said: "We have to put the safety of all of our attendees, businesses and volunteers first.
"With no clear sign of normality resuming by August, the decision has been made to cancel and focus our efforts on returning next year with our best Pride yet.
"We are actively assessing our options in bringing you a digital event in August to ensure that the LGBT+ community in Southampton can still join us in some form, with more details of this to be announced in the coming weeks via our social media channels."
It comes after the announcement that Boomtown 2020 will not be going ahead this summer due to the coronavirus crisis.
The organisers said they were "heartbroken" that the event which was due to take place between August 12 and 16 this year has been cancelled.
Southampton Pride organisers have announced next year's date at August 28, 2021.
"We would finally like to thank all of our sponsors, partners, volunteers and of course our amazing attendees for their continued support and understanding throughout this unprecedented time," They added.
"We will continue to offer support through our social channels including signposting to relevant support agencies should this be required."
Last year, more than 12,000 people celebrated the fourth annual Southampton Pride at Guildhall Square.


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--‘Very big’ impact of Carnival job losses

PLANS by Southampton-based cruise giant Carnival UK to axe a “ large number ” of jobs will deal a “ very big ” blow to the city ’ s economy .
As revealed by the Daily Echo yesterday , Carnival – which owns the Cunard and P & O Cruises brands – plans a major wave of redundancies and sabbaticals .
It has not revealed how many jobs will go , but company president Josh Weinstein has referred to a “ large number ” .
One source said staff had been told 450 jobs were at risk .
There will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in pay and hours until November for staff who survive the cull .
Port operator ABP has often said each stopover by a cruise ship is worth £2million to the local economy .
Pavlos Arvanitis , senior lecturer in tourism and air travel management at Solent University , Southampton , said cruises brought money for shops , hotels , taxi companies and a host of suppliers .
“ It ’ s very , very big , ” he said .
“ Every cruise liner which comes to Southampton usually carries around 3,000 passengers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on a taxi , that ’ s £30,000 just for taxis in one day.
” Dr Arvanitis said it was too soon to predict a recovery .
“ We don ’ t know when we ’ re going to have better news , ” he added “ Everyone wants tourism to restart but everyone is sceptical about the safety and security of guests .
“ We have to ask the question to ourselves , ‘ Would we be happy to go on a cruise tomorrow or next month with the data that we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not sure whether many people would say ‘ I ’ m happy to do that ’ .
“ I ’ m one of those who are sceptical because on the one hand there ’ s a massive economic impact and on the other hand there ’ s the cost of life and I ’ m afraid that you can ’ t put a price on any life .
“ It ’ s a very hard ethical dilemma and I think that we have to protect human life first and then economic life.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Chamber , said : “ We have come from a position where the cruise industry was at its most buoyant , with Southampton sharing that success .
“ We now share the pain caused by the impact of Covid-19 .
It is a great shame to hear of the redundancy plans at Carnival .
We remain a close partner to them and hope they will be back on track next year .
“ We are here to offer realistic support so they continue to choose Southampton as their base over the longer term @ @

As revealed by the Daily Echo yesterday, Carnival – which owns the Cunard and P&O Cruises brands – plans a major wave of redundancies and sabbaticals.
It has not revealed how many jobs will go, but company president Josh Weinstein has referred to a “large number”. One source said staff had been told 450 jobs were at risk.
There will be a 20 per cent pay cut in pay and hours until November for staff who survive the cull.
Cruise line giant Carnival plans "large number" of reundancies.
Port operator ABP has often said each stopover by a cruise ship is worth £2million to the local economy.
Pavlos Arvanitis, senior lecturer in tourism and air travel management at Solent University, Southampton, said cruises brought money for shops, hotels, taxi companies and a host of suppliers.
“It’s very, very big,” he said.
“Every cruise liner which comes to Southampton usually carries around 3,000 passengers and if each passenger spends a tenner on a taxi, that’s £30,000 just for taxis in one day.”
Dr Arvanitis said it was too soon to predict a recovery. “We don’t know when we’re going to have better news,” he added
“Everyone wants tourism to restart but everyone is sceptical about the safety and security of guests.
“We have to ask the question to ourselves, ‘Would we be happy to go on a cruise tomorrow or next month with the data that we have now?’ I’m not sure whether many people would say ‘I’m happy to do that’.
“I’m one of those who are sceptical because on the one hand there’s a massive economic impact and on the other hand there’s the cost of life and I’m afraid that you can’t put a price on any life.
“It’s a very hard ethical dilemma and I think that we have to protect human life first and then economic life.”
Ross McNally, chief executive of Hampshire Chamber, said: “We have come from a position where the cruise industry was at its most buoyant, with Southampton sharing that success.
“We now share the pain caused by the impact of Covid-19. It is a great shame to hear of the redundancy plans at Carnival. We remain a close partner to them and hope they will be back on track next year.
“We are here to offer realistic support so they continue to choose Southampton as their base over the longer term.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--Southampton resident wins People's Postcode Lottery draw

A SOUTHAMPTON resident is celebrating after winning £30,000 on the lottery thanks to their postcode .
The Blackthorn Close winner @ @ @ @ @ their postcode SO19 7RS was announced as a winner on Saturday .
The lottery draw @ @ @ @ @ was promoted on behalf of child safety charity Save the Children , which has received @ @ @ @ @ funding thanks to players .
People play with their chosen postcode and are automatically entered @ @ @ @ @ guaranteed winners every day .
People ’ s Postcode Lottery ambassador , Danyl Johnson , @ @ @ @ @ congratulations to our Southampton winner , what a way to start the weekend .
I @ @ @ @ @ something nice and enjoy spending the cash.
” It costs £10 a month to play @ @ @ @ @ 32 per cent of ticket sales goes directly to charities .
Players of People ’ @ @ @ @ @ raise more than £500 million to date for good causes across Great Britain and internationally @

The Blackthorn Close winner scooped the cash prize after their postcode SO19 7RS was announced as a winner on Saturday.
The lottery draw with People's Postcode Lottery was promoted on behalf of child safety charity Save the Children, which has received more than £8.9 million in funding thanks to players.
People play with their chosen postcode and are automatically entered into all draws, with guaranteed winners every day.
People’s Postcode Lottery ambassador, Danyl Johnson, said: “A big congratulations to our Southampton winner, what a way to start the weekend. I hope they treat themselves to something nice and enjoy spending the cash.”
It costs £10 a month to play, and a minimum of 32 per cent of ticket sales goes directly to charities.
Players of People’s Postcode Lottery have helped raise more than £500 million to date for good causes across Great Britain and internationally.


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--Garden centres across Hampshire open their doors

GARDEN centres across Hampshire opened their doors today for the first time in almost two months .
Plant centres are @ @ @ @ @ government ’ s decision to ease some of the lockdown rules imposed on March 23 @ @ @ @ @ the spread of coronavirus .
A handful of customers were waiting outside Haskins Garden Centre @ @ @ @ @ , at 9am today .
A member of staff wearing a face visor presented each @ @ @ @ @ as they were called forward .
Customers arriving by car were asked to use alternate @ @ @ @ @ distancing measures were also in force , and the garden centre ’ s café and @ @ @ @ @ gardener said : “ I ’ m very pleased that garden centres are open again @ @ @ @ @ a few alpines – it will be nice to have a bit of colour .
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Plant centres are back in business following the government’s decision to ease some of the lockdown rules imposed on March 23 in a bid to slow the spread of coronavirus.
A handful of customers were waiting outside Haskins Garden Centre in West End, Southampton, at 9am today.
A member of staff wearing a face visor presented each one with a pre-cleaned trolley as they were called forward.
Customers arriving by car were asked to use alternate parking spaces. Other social distancing measures were also in force, and the garden centre’s café and toilets were closed.
One gardener said: “I’m very pleased that garden centres are open again. I’ve bought a few alpines – it will be nice to have a bit of colour.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--PHOTO: Seal emerges in water at Ocean Village, Southampton

AN UNEXPECTED visitor has been discovered roaming the waters at a Southampton marina during the lockdown .
The seal was @ @ @ @ @ at Ocean Village on Monday evening .
And while there has been a reduced amount @ @ @ @ @ the lockdown , a number of fishes have also been seen splashing around in the @ @ @ @ @ animals were spotted by David Wright , who was walking along the marina .
He @ @ @ @ @ `` Unexpected visitor to Ocean Village marina in Southampton last night .
`` The marina @ @ @ @ @ the moment ( due to low levels of activity I guess ) so I suspect @ @ @ @ @ happy seal by the end of the evening . ''
Unexpected visitor to Ocean Village @ @ @ @ @ night .
The marina is full of fish at the moment ( due to low @ @ @ @ @ ) so I suspect this was one full , happy seal by the end of @ @ @ @ @ David Wright 🏳🌈🇪🇺 ( @ solentlibguy ) May 12 , 2020

The seal was spotted swimming in the water at Ocean Village on Monday evening.
And while there has been a reduced amount of boating activity due to the lockdown, a number of fishes have also been seen splashing around in the same area.
The water animals were spotted by David Wright, who was walking along the marina.
He wrote on social media: "Unexpected visitor to Ocean Village marina in Southampton last night.
"The marina is full of fish at the moment (due to low levels of activity I guess) so I suspect this was one full, happy seal by the end of the evening."


thedailyecho--2020-05-14--Nightingale’s legacy continues to make an impact on Southampton's NHS modern-day heroes

2020 is the World Health Organisation ’ s Year of the Nurse and the Midwife and the bicentenary of Florence Nightingale .
Widely regarded as the founder of modern nursing , Florence Nightingale ’ s spirit of compassion and gritty determination are characteristics that many nurses and midwives still identify with today .
By reflecting on her legacy and the role of nurses and midwives in health and care today , what has become abundantly clear is that care , empathy , and compassion is now more valuable than ever as Covid-19 takes hold .
At a time when so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ themselves before others with incredible bravery and humility , they need our support now .
Southampton Hospitals Charity supporters are already making sure that refreshments , toiletries , and other necessities are available to hospital staff for whenever they get a few minutes break .
Now , support is needed to make sure that there are trained professionals on hand to speak to staff and check how they are managing physically and mentally .
Help is also needed to create wellbeing rooms where staff can have a much needed break away from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and tables to have a meal , where staff can have a moment to sit down in a comfortable chair with a hot drink , to keep them going on a long shift .
The current crisis has reminded us of the heroes and heroines that our nurses and midwives truly are , and you can help them by making a donation at : www.southamptonhospitalscharity.org/NHSheroes

At a time when so many in our health service are putting themselves before others with incredible bravery and humility, they need our support now.
Southampton Hospitals Charity supporters are already making sure that refreshments, toiletries, and other necessities are available to hospital staff for whenever they get a few minutes break.
Now, support is needed to make sure that there are trained professionals on hand to speak to staff and check how they are managing physically and mentally. Help is also needed to create wellbeing rooms where staff can have a much needed break away from the wards; rooms kitted out with sofas and tables to have a meal, where staff can have a moment to sit down in a comfortable chair with a hot drink, to keep them going on a long shift.
The current crisis has reminded us of the heroes and heroines that our nurses and midwives truly are, and you can help them by making a donation at: www.southamptonhospitalscharity.org/NHSheroes


thedailyecho--2020-05-14--Play EuroMillions online today with 20 tickets for £2*

UK punters have had their fair share of good luck on lottery games over the years .
One of the most popular , the EuroMillions , has been making millionaires since 2004 and has fast become Europe ’ s richest game .
The stakes are high every Tuesday and Friday as eager fans try their luck with multi-million pound jackpots up for grabs .
But we could see even more prize winners this year .
A leading UK lottery website is now giving players the opportunity to maximise their chances on Europe ’ s most sought-after game with a special @ @ @ @ @ @ @ LottoGo.com have launched a new EuroMillions offer , allowing players to join forces with other EuroMillions fans online , meaning you don ’ t have to make a trip to the shops .
Players pay a much lower price to own a share of more tickets than they normally would as a single player with this new offer , therefore boosting everyone ’ s chances of winning a prize .
If your numbers are drawn , the prize is shared equally , meaning lots of people could win big at one time .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ offer , a spokesperson for LottoGo.com said : `` We are delighted with the response to our offer .
It ’ s our way of helping EuroMillions fans join together in a bid to win big prizes .
Players love the fact that you can do it all online from the comfort of your home with us for less than the price of the shops . ''
There ’ s still time to get your tickets for the next draw .
LottoGo.com is giving our readers access to this special offer .
They @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to pick up 20 tickets for the next EuroMillions draw for just £2* .
Maximise your chances on the next EuroMillions draw by clicking here *18+ .
LottoGo.com T & Cs apply .
Offer available to new players only .
Winnings will be divided proportionally between the syndicate group .
Each ticket/bet is a 1/50th share .
LottoGo.com is licensed and regulated by the UK Gambling Commission for UK customers ( For full details of LottoGo.com ’ s Regulatory Body please see T & Cs ) and has more than 1,000,000 players .
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The stakes are high every Tuesday and Friday as eager fans try their luck with multi-million pound jackpots up for grabs. But we could see even more prize winners this year.
A leading UK lottery website is now giving players the opportunity to maximise their chances on Europe’s most sought-after game with a special offer for just £2.
Popular website LottoGo.com have launched a new EuroMillions offer, allowing players to join forces with other EuroMillions fans online, meaning you don’t have to make a trip to the shops.
Players pay a much lower price to own a share of more tickets than they normally would as a single player with this new offer, therefore boosting everyone’s chances of winning a prize.
If your numbers are drawn, the prize is shared equally, meaning lots of people could win big at one time.
Speaking about the launch of the new offer, a spokesperson for LottoGo.com said: "We are delighted with the response to our offer. It’s our way of helping EuroMillions fans join together in a bid to win big prizes. Players love the fact that you can do it all online from the comfort of your home."
Get a share of tickets for the next draw.
LottoGo.com is giving our readers access to this special offer.
They’re offering new players a chance to pick up 40 chances to win a share of the next EuroMillions draw for just £2*.
Maximise your chances on the next EuroMillions draw by clicking here
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*18+. LottoGo.com T&Cs apply. Offer available to new players only. Winnings will be divided proportionally between the syndicate group. Each ticket is a 1/50th share.


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--Murder inquiry in  Malmesbury Road, Shirley, Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--Coronavirus: Five more patients deaths announced

A FURTHER five people who tested positive for coronavirus have died in Hampshire .
Figures released by the NHS this @ @ @ @ @ more patients have died in Hampshire .
This brings the total number of deaths in @ @ @ @ @ from 526 recorded at the same time yesterday .
At UHS , 162 patients have @ @ @ @ @ the virus , up by two in the last 24 hours .
At Hampshire Hospitals @ @ @ @ @ people have died - up by three from 144 yesterday .
In total , 206 @ @ @ @ @ Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust after contracting the virus , the same number as recorded yesterday @ @ @ @ @ last 24 hours .
There have been no more coronavirus related deaths at Southern Health @ @ @ @ @ people have died after testing positive for Covid-19 .

Figures released by the NHS this afternoon have revealed that five more patients have died in Hampshire.
This brings the total number of deaths in the county up to 531 from 526 recorded at the same time yesterday.
The statistics cover University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS), Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
At UHS, 162 patients have died who tested positive for the virus, up by two in the last 24 hours.
At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, 147 people have died - up by three from 144 yesterday.
In total, 206 people have died at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust after contracting the virus, the same number as recorded yesterday with no increase in the last 24 hours.
There have been no more coronavirus related deaths at Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust where 16 people have died after testing positive for Covid-19.


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--Lamborghini and two Mercedes seized in London drug probe

A GREEN Lamborghini and a pair of Mercedes have been seized by officers investigating county lines from London to Hampshire .
In the early hours of Tuesday , May 12 , officers from the Met ’ s Specialist Crime Command carried out three simultaneous search warrants at residential addresses in Rigby Close and Scarbrook Road , Croydon , and Derwent Road , London .
A further warrant was carried out at a commercial premise in Beluah Road , Thornton Heath .
Officers arrested five people on suspicion of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs as part of the warrants .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ police station in Hampshire where they remain in custody .
During searches of the addresses , officers seized three vehicles , two Mercedes and a green Lamborghini .
It comes as part of a joint investigation by the MPS and Hampshire Constabulary into a County Line being run between London and Hampshire .
Chief Inspector Mark Lynch from Hampshire Constabulary said : “ The threat from county lines drug dealing continues to present a significant risk to vulnerable children and adults living within Hampshire , despite the current COVID19 restrictions the country finds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that despite the operational challenges the pandemic poses to us and other front line emergency services , tackling organised crime in all its various guises remains our core focus and operations to disrupt criminals who attempt to profit from drug dealing will continue .
`` Not only will we prosecute those found responsible to the full extent of the law , but we will also seek to maximise every opportunity to strip them of their illicit gains .
“ The sad reality is that vulnerable young people are often targeted , coerced with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and designer possessions , when in reality those criminals regard those children as nothing more than a disposable asset , to be used and abused until they have no longer have any need for them .
`` The added dimension of Covid-19 just presents yet another serious health risk to those youths and those that they associate with .
”

In the early hours of Tuesday, May 12, officers from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command carried out three simultaneous search warrants at residential addresses in Rigby Close and Scarbrook Road, Croydon, and Derwent Road, London.
A further warrant was carried out at a commercial premise in Beluah Road, Thornton Heath.
Officers arrested five people on suspicion of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs as part of the warrants.
Hythe rape investigation: Community concerns over incident They have all been taken to a police station in Hampshire where they remain in custody.
During searches of the addresses, officers seized three vehicles, two Mercedes and a green Lamborghini.
It comes as part of a joint investigation by the MPS and Hampshire Constabulary into a County Line being run between London and Hampshire.
Chief Inspector Mark Lynch from Hampshire Constabulary said: “The threat from county lines drug dealing continues to present a significant risk to vulnerable children and adults living within Hampshire, despite the current COVID19 restrictions the country finds itself in.
Southampton man arrested after driver dumps car outside Cams Mill pub "Please be reassured that despite the operational challenges the pandemic poses to us and other front line emergency services, tackling organised crime in all its various guises remains our core focus and operations to disrupt criminals who attempt to profit from drug dealing will continue.
"Not only will we prosecute those found responsible to the full extent of the law, but we will also seek to maximise every opportunity to strip them of their illicit gains.
“The sad reality is that vulnerable young people are often targeted, coerced with either threats or false promises of cash and designer possessions, when in reality those criminals regard those children as nothing more than a disposable asset, to be used and abused until they have no longer have any need for them.
"The added dimension of Covid-19 just presents yet another serious health risk to those youths and those that they associate with.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--New Milton man arrested after two injured with machete in serious assault

A 16 and a 39-year-old have been injured in a machete attack .
Today , police in New Milton carried out the warrant at a home in Longleat Gardens in connection with an investigation into drug supply and a serious assault that happened on April 24 .
The incident resulted in a 16 year-old boy sustaining injuries to his face , and 39-year-old suffering injuries to his arm and finger , believed to have been caused by a machete .
Officers believe the attack may be linked to drugs supply , and as part of an ongoing operation to reduce @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have today executed a warrant in Chatsworth Road , New Milton .
A 22-year-old man from New Milton has been arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon .
Inspector Mike Minnock said : “ We are aware there have been incidents of anti-social behaviour and violence in New Milton that we believe is related to drugs supply .
“ We want to make the community aware that we will take action against those who are intent on bringing harm to the community through drug supply and activity .
“ Like many @ @ @ @ @ @ @ linked to drug supply in towns and cities often results in anti-social behaviour and violence in our communities and we want to ensure that residents and visitors know what we are doing to tackle offenders , and this work is part of that .
“ As well as enforcement , we work with partners to provide support and diversionary activities to people on the periphery of the drugs trade to help them escape criminality .
“ It ’ s really important that residents see what action we are taking , and help us @ @ @ @ @ @ @ what is going on in their neighbourhood.
” “ If you suspect that an address in your neighbourhood is being used for drug dealing or there is drug-related activity going on in your neighbourhood , then please call 101 or the anonymous Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111 .
All information could help us catch and convict those who deal drugs to our communities and even the smallest pieces of information can help us develop a clearer intelligence picture .
”

Today, police in New Milton carried out the warrant at a home in Longleat Gardens in connection with an investigation into drug supply and a serious assault that happened on April 24.
The incident resulted in a 16 year-old boy sustaining injuries to his face, and 39-year-old suffering injuries to his arm and finger, believed to have been caused by a machete.
Officers believe the attack may be linked to drugs supply, and as part of an ongoing operation to reduce drug-related activity in the town, they have today executed a warrant in Chatsworth Road, New Milton.
A 22-year-old man from New Milton has been arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon.
Inspector Mike Minnock said: “We are aware there have been incidents of anti-social behaviour and violence in New Milton that we believe is related to drugs supply.
“We want to make the community aware that we will take action against those who are intent on bringing harm to the community through drug supply and activity.
“Like many other counties in the UK, activity linked to drug supply in towns and cities often results in anti-social behaviour and violence in our communities and we want to ensure that residents and visitors know what we are doing to tackle offenders, and this work is part of that.
“As well as enforcement, we work with partners to provide support and diversionary activities to people on the periphery of the drugs trade to help them escape criminality.
“It’s really important that residents see what action we are taking, and help us reduce the issue by letting us know what is going on in their neighbourhood.”
“If you suspect that an address in your neighbourhood is being used for drug dealing or there is drug-related activity going on in your neighbourhood, then please call 101 or the anonymous Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111. All information could help us catch and convict those who deal drugs to our communities and even the smallest pieces of information can help us develop a clearer intelligence picture.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-13--Dorset Police officer accused of murder has trial date set

A TRIAL date has been set for a police officer from Hampshire accused of murdering a woman in a village pub car park .
Dorset Police officer Tim Brehmer , 41 , is accused of killing Claire Parry outside the Horns Inn in West Parley last Saturday .
Mrs Parry , also 41 , was found by ambulance paramedics unconscious at the scene and she later died in hospital the following day .
A short hearing was held over Skype by Winchester Crown Court in the absence of the defendant today .
Judge Jane Miller QC said that Exeter prison @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from Hordle , Hampshire , for a videolink to the hearing .
She set a plea and trial preparation hearing for July 8 , with an estimated two-week trial to start on October 5 .
Brehmer ’ s counsel , Jane Rowley , did not apply for bail for the defendant .
As reported , Dorset Police were called to the car park of the Horns Inn in Christchurch Road , West Parley , on Saturday afternoon after the ambulance service reported that two people needed medical assistance .
Mrs Parry , from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hospital for treatment but died the following day .
A post-mortem examination concluded the cause of death was a brain injury caused by compression of the neck .

Dorset Police officer Tim Brehmer, 41, is accused of killing Claire Parry outside the Horns Inn in West Parley last Saturday.
Mrs Parry, also 41, was found by ambulance paramedics unconscious at the scene and she later died in hospital the following day.
A short hearing was held over Skype by Winchester Crown Court in the absence of the defendant today.
Judge Jane Miller QC said that Exeter prison had been unable to produce Brehmer, from Hordle, Hampshire, for a videolink to the hearing.
She set a plea and trial preparation hearing for July 8, with an estimated two-week trial to start on October 5.
Brehmer’s counsel, Jane Rowley, did not apply for bail for the defendant.
As reported, Dorset Police were called to the car park of the Horns Inn in Christchurch Road, West Parley, on Saturday afternoon after the ambulance service reported that two people needed medical assistance.
Mrs Parry, from Bournemouth, was taken to Royal Bournemouth Hospital for treatment but died the following day.
A post-mortem examination concluded the cause of death was a brain injury caused by compression of the neck.