thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Repeat knife offenders caught on the streets of Southampton

MORE than a quarter of adult criminals caught carrying a blade in Hampshire have previously committed a knife crime , new figures show .
Anti-knife crime charity the Ben Kinsella Trust says too many offenders “ simply reappear on our streets still carrying weapons ” .
The figures from the Ministry of Justice reveal there were 292 convictions and cautions for knife possession in the 12 months up to September .
In 85 cases , or 29 % , the offender had committed at least one previous offence of carrying a knife , while in 18 cases there were three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sentences were given in 51 of the repeat offences while 11 were dealt with by suspended jail sentences , 11 by community orders and three by a caution .
For nine of the offences the outcome was not specified in the data .
Across England and Wales , 12,458 convictions and cautions were given to adult offenders for knife possession in the 12 months up to September .
Patrick Green , chief executive of anti-knife charity the Ben Kinsella Trust , said : “ I remain worried about the continuing high levels of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we see the criminal justice system having little or no effect on habitual knife carriers .
“ Despite going before the courts and receiving a conviction , too many offenders simply reappear on our streets still carrying weapons.
” Five years ago , new legislation was introduced requiring judges to impose jail terms on adult knife offenders who had already committed a knife crime , unless it would “ make it unjust to do so ” .
Section 28 of the Criminal Justice and Courts Act , otherwise known as the “ two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to repeat adult knife offenders who have had a conviction , not a caution .
Mr Green added : “ These figures ask serious questions about the effectiveness of the Government ’ s “ two strikes policy ” .
They are also likely to have been impacted by Covid-19 , with restrictions in place for half the annual period .
The Ministry of Justice states repeat knife possession offenders should expect a custodial sentence .
Justice Minister Chris Philp said : “ This Government is determined to make our streets safer and those @ @ @ @ @ @ @ face time behind bars .
“ We are doing more to build back confidence in the justice system recruiting 20,000 extra police officers , making it easier to use stop and search and ensuring the most serious offenders spend longer in

Anti-knife crime charity the Ben Kinsella Trust says too many offenders “simply reappear on our streets still carrying weapons”.
The figures from the Ministry of Justice reveal there were 292 convictions and cautions for knife possession in the 12 months up to September.
In 85 cases, or 29%, the offender had committed at least one previous offence of carrying a knife, while in 18 cases there were three or more past offences.
Immediate prison sentences were given in 51 of the repeat offences while 11 were dealt with by suspended jail sentences, 11 by community orders and three by a caution.
For nine of the offences the outcome was not specified in the data.
Across England and Wales, 12,458 convictions and cautions were given to adult offenders for knife possession in the 12 months up to September.
Patrick Green, chief executive of anti-knife charity the Ben Kinsella Trust, said: “I remain worried about the continuing high levels of repeat offending.
“All too often we see the criminal justice system having little or no effect on habitual knife carriers.
“Despite going before the courts and receiving a conviction, too many offenders simply reappear on our streets still carrying weapons.”
Five years ago, new legislation was introduced requiring judges to impose jail terms on adult knife offenders who had already committed a knife crime, unless it would “make it unjust to do so”.
Section 28 of the Criminal Justice and Courts Act, otherwise known as the “two strikes and out” system, applies to repeat adult knife offenders who have had a conviction, not a caution.
Mr Green added: “These figures ask serious questions about the effectiveness of the Government’s “two strikes policy”.
They are also likely to have been impacted by Covid-19, with restrictions in place for half the annual period.
The Ministry of Justice states repeat knife possession offenders should expect a custodial sentence.
Justice Minister Chris Philp said: “This Government is determined to make our streets safer and those caught carrying a knife should expect to face time behind bars.
“We are doing more to build back confidence in the justice system recruiting 20,000 extra police officers, making it easier to use stop and search and ensuring the most serious offenders spend longer in
prison.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Everything you need to know about the new Covid-19 variant

Plans to loosen Covid-19 restrictions over Christmas were axed this weekend as Boris Johnson warned a new strain of the virus is spreading rapidly in parts of the UK .
Last week Health Secretary Matt Hancock addressed MPs in the House of Commons saying that the new strain of the virus was a probable cause of coronavirus spreading faster in parts of the UK .
Although it is believed the new strain can spread more rapidly , at this stage there is no reason the believe it is more dangerous or that it will damage the effectiveness of the vaccines @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Fellow at Microbial Genomics wrote for The Conversation to explain all that we need to know about the new variant of coronavirus in the UK .
Here 's everything we need to know from Lucy Van Dorp : A new variant of SARS-CoV-2 , the virus which causes COVID-19 , is thought to be driving increased transmission of the disease in parts of the UK .
The government has placed some regions including London under new , stricter coronavirus restrictions , known as Tier 4 .
People in Tier 4 areas will not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their household for Christmas , while those in the rest of the country can only gather on Christmas Day itself .
Boris Johnson , the prime minister , and his chief scientific advisors said that the new variant could increase transmission of COVID-19 by as much as 70 % and increase the R or reproduction number by 0.4 .
What ’ s the significance of this new discovery ?
The Conversation asked Lucy van Dorp , a microbial genomics researcher and an expert in the evolution of pathogens , some key questions about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time .
Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the nation with his chief advisors to announce new restrictions .
( Toby Melville/PA ) What do we know about this new variant ?
The new UK variant , known as VUI–202012/01 or lineage B.1.1.7 , was first announced by Matt Hancock , the health secretary on December 14 .
It was subsequently confirmed by Public Health England and the UK ’ s COVID-19 sequencing consortium .
Screening back through databases of SARS-CoV-2 the first sample was taken in the county of Kent on September 20 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ including seven in the spike protein , the protein that mediates entry of the virus into human cells .
This is a relatively large number of changes compared to the many variants we have in circulation globally .
To date , genetic profiles – or genomes – of this variant have been largely sequenced and shared from the UK but include some in Denmark and two cases in Australia .
There have also been reports of a case in the Netherlands .
These countries all have very large genome sequencing efforts and it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not reflect the true distribution of this variant of the virus , which could exist undetected elsewhere .
We will know more as more genomes are generated and shared .
Thanks to the efforts of data sharing , genomic surveillance and COVID-19 test results in the UK , it seems that this variant is now starting to dominate over existing versions of the virus and that it may be responsible for an increasing proportion of cases in parts of the country , particular in regions where we also have rapidly expanding case numbers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disentangle cause and effect in these cases .
For example increases in the appearance of certain mutations can be due to viral lineages carrying them rising in frequency just because they happen to be the ones present in an area where transmission is high , for example due to human activities or choice of interventions .
Though this is still a possibility , there are clearly enough concerning observations so far for this variant to warrant very careful characterisation , surveillance and interventions to curb transmission .
Is it more dangerous ?
Chris @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stated clearly that there was no evidence to date that this variant alters disease severity , either in terms of mortality or the seriousness of the cases of COVID-19 for those infected .
Work is underway to confirm this .
Mutations are a natural part of virus evolution .
In the case of SARS-CoV-2 , these mutations may arise due to random errors during virus replication , be induced by antiviral proteins within infected people , or via genetic shuffling – known as recombination .
Though signs of recombination are not currently detected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ expected to have no impact .
For example , when our team assessed individual mutation replacements in more than 50,000 genomes from the first wave of the pandemic , we detected none that significantly altered viral fitness – the ability of the virus to survive and reproduce .
However , every so often a mutation , or in this case a particular combination of mutations , may strike lucky and offer the virus a new advantage .
Viruses carrying these combinations of mutations may then increase in frequency by natural selection given the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Where did the variant come from ?
Right now , we don ’ t know .
To date , scientists have not identified any closely related viruses to support the theory that the variant had been introduced from abroad .
The patterns of mutations observed are more supportive of an extended period of adaptive evolution most likely in the UK based on current data .
Similar patterns of mutation to these have been observed in the evolution of SARS-CoV-2 in chronically infected patients with weaker immune systems .
The current hypothesis is that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in a single patient , may have played a role in the origin of this variant .
This will continue to be investigated .
How many variations of SARS-CoV-2 have we found ?
There are many thousands of lineages of SARS-CoV-2 which differ on average by only a small number of defining mutations .
It remains true that SARS-CoV-2 currently in global circulation have little genomic diversity .
Subtleties in the mutations carried in different lineages can , however , be very useful for reconstructing patterns of transmission .
As an example , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ assignments to identify at least a thousand introductions of SARS-CoV-2 into the UK .
Why is this one different ?
It is important to note that many of the mutations defining the UK variant have been observed in SARS-CoV-2 before and even sometimes quite early in the pandemic .
Yet the UK variant , or lineage , is defined by an unusual number and combination of mutations .
One of these mutations , N501Y , has previously been shown to increase binding of the virus to receptors in our cells .
N501Y was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in April 2020 and is currently associated with a SARS-CoV-2 variant also rising in frequency in South Africa – an independent lineage from B.1.1.7 that is also warranting concern .
The Conversation is an independent source of news and views , sourced from the academic and research community and delivered direct to the public .
Their team of professional editors work with university and research institute experts to unlock their knowledge for use by the wider public .

Last week Health Secretary Matt Hancock addressed MPs in the House of Commons saying that the new strain of the virus was a probable cause of coronavirus spreading faster in parts of the UK.
Although it is believed the new strain can spread more rapidly, at this stage there is no reason the believe it is more dangerous or that it will damage the effectiveness of the vaccines.
Lucy van Dorp, Senior Research Fellow at Microbial Genomics wrote for The Conversation to explain all that we need to know about the new variant of coronavirus in the UK.
Here's everything we need to know from Lucy Van Dorp:
A new variant of SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes COVID-19, is thought to be driving increased transmission of the disease in parts of the UK. The government has placed some regions including London under new, stricter coronavirus restrictions, known as Tier 4. People in Tier 4 areas will not be able to gather with anyone outside their household for Christmas, while those in the rest of the country can only gather on Christmas Day itself.
Boris Johnson, the prime minister, and his chief scientific advisors said that the new variant could increase transmission of COVID-19 by as much as 70% and increase the R or reproduction number by 0.4.
What’s the significance of this new discovery? The Conversation asked Lucy van Dorp, a microbial genomics researcher and an expert in the evolution of pathogens, some key questions about what we know at this point in time.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the nation with his chief advisors to announce new restrictions. (Toby Melville/PA)
What do we know about this new variant?
The new UK variant, known as VUI–202012/01 or lineage B.1.1.7, was first announced by Matt Hancock, the health secretary on December 14. It was subsequently confirmed by Public Health England and the UK’s COVID-19 sequencing consortium. Screening back through databases of SARS-CoV-2 the first sample was taken in the county of Kent on September 20.
The variant carries 14 defining mutations including seven in the spike protein, the protein that mediates entry of the virus into human cells. This is a relatively large number of changes compared to the many variants we have in circulation globally.
To date, genetic profiles – or genomes – of this variant have been largely sequenced and shared from the UK but include some in Denmark and two cases in Australia. There have also been reports of a case in the Netherlands. These countries all have very large genome sequencing efforts and it is very possible that these observations do not reflect the true distribution of this variant of the virus, which could exist undetected elsewhere. We will know more as more genomes are generated and shared.
Thanks to the efforts of data sharing, genomic surveillance and COVID-19 test results in the UK, it seems that this variant is now starting to dominate over existing versions of the virus and that it may be responsible for an increasing proportion of cases in parts of the country, particular in regions where we also have rapidly expanding case numbers.
MK LHL testing data showing increasing prevalence of H69/V70 variant in positive test data - which is detected incidentally by the commonly used 3-gene PCR test. pic.twitter.com/1U0pVR9Bhs — Tony Cox (@The_Soup_Dragon) December 19, 2020
It is always very difficult to disentangle cause and effect in these cases. For example increases in the appearance of certain mutations can be due to viral lineages carrying them rising in frequency just because they happen to be the ones present in an area where transmission is high, for example due to human activities or choice of interventions.
Though this is still a possibility, there are clearly enough concerning observations so far for this variant to warrant very careful characterisation, surveillance and interventions to curb transmission.
Is it more dangerous?
Chris Whitty, the chief medical officer, stated clearly that there was no evidence to date that this variant alters disease severity, either in terms of mortality or the seriousness of the cases of COVID-19 for those infected. Work is underway to confirm this.
How do virus mutations happen?
Mutations are a natural part of virus evolution. In the case of SARS-CoV-2, these mutations may arise due to random errors during virus replication, be induced by antiviral proteins within infected people, or via genetic shuffling – known as recombination. Though signs of recombination are not currently detected in SARS-CoV-2.
Most viral mutations are expected to have no impact. For example, when our team assessed individual mutation replacements in more than 50,000 genomes from the first wave of the pandemic, we detected none that significantly altered viral fitness – the ability of the virus to survive and reproduce.
However, every so often a mutation, or in this case a particular combination of mutations, may strike lucky and offer the virus a new advantage. Viruses carrying these combinations of mutations may then increase in frequency by natural selection given the right epidemiological environment. (PA)
Where did the variant come from?
Right now, we don’t know. To date, scientists have not identified any closely related viruses to support the theory that the variant had been introduced from abroad. The patterns of mutations observed are more supportive of an extended period of adaptive evolution most likely in the UK based on current data.
Similar patterns of mutation to these have been observed in the evolution of SARS-CoV-2 in chronically infected patients with weaker immune systems. The current hypothesis is that such a scenario of chronic infection, in a single patient, may have played a role in the origin of this variant. This will continue to be investigated.
How many variations of SARS-CoV-2 have we found?
There are many thousands of lineages of SARS-CoV-2 which differ on average by only a small number of defining mutations. It remains true that SARS-CoV-2 currently in global circulation have little genomic diversity. Subtleties in the mutations carried in different lineages can, however, be very useful for reconstructing patterns of transmission.
As an example, work early in the pandemic used lineage assignments to identify at least a thousand introductions of SARS-CoV-2 into the UK.
Why is this one different?
It is important to note that many of the mutations defining the UK variant have been observed in SARS-CoV-2 before and even sometimes quite early in the pandemic.
Yet the UK variant, or lineage, is defined by an unusual number and combination of mutations. One of these mutations, N501Y, has previously been shown to increase binding of the virus to receptors in our cells. N501Y was first sequenced in a virus in Brazil in April 2020 and is currently associated with a SARS-CoV-2 variant also rising in frequency in South Africa – an independent lineage from B.1.1.7 that is also warranting concern.
The Conversation is an independent source of news and views, sourced from the academic and research community and delivered direct to the public.
Their team of professional editors work with university and research institute experts to unlock their knowledge for use by the wider public.


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Border restrictions and impact on UK goods and food

The vital flow of goods into and out of the UK could be in jeopardy at a critical time as Britain struggles to contain a mutant strain of coronavirus .
New border restrictions in France have led to the closure of key trade routes in Kent on Sunday night .
It is likely to have severe ramifications for UK trade , which in recent days has seen around 10,000 lorries passing through the port of Dover every 24 hours .
• READ : Boris Johnson to hold crisis talks over freight and travel problems > > > Much of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of perishable goods which need to reach their destination quickly .
But from midnight all traffic to France from the UK was suspended for at least 48 hours .
What could this mean for food and goods stocks in the UK ?
It is possible that these border restrictions could affect the flow of key goods into the UK .
Andrew Opie , of the British Retail Consortium , said : “ The closure of France to UK traffic , including accompanied freight , poses difficulties for UK capacity to import and export @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” He suggested that while goods can still enter the UK from France , it may be that few haulage firms will be willing to send trucks and drivers across to the UK without a guarantee they can return to the EU in a timely manner .
It is believed that many retailers will have already stocked up on Christmas goods which should prevent immediate supply problems .
However any prolonged closure of the border with France would present difficulties for businesses , Mr Opie said .
What about UK businesses which export @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bearing products from France can still come into the UK , the same does not apply for many UK goods bound for the continent .
Scottish seafood exporter Lochfyne said that the closure of the French border the week before Christmas was a “ disaster ” .
A spokesman said on Twitter : “ There will be Vivier trucks from all over Scotland heading in that direction , millions of pounds worth of seafood at the time of the most important market of the year the last one before Xmas .
“ Even @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we will miss the Xmas deadline , this is unbelievable.
” What about traffic in Kent ?
The Government has warned of “ significant disruption ” in the area and said people should avoid travelling to Kent ports .
There is a distinct possibility of problems on the county ’ s highways on Monday morning as businesses face uncertainty over the movement of goods .
Huge queues of HGVs stretching for many miles along Kent highways have become a familiar sight in recent days due to Christmas preparations and Brexit stockpiling .
Transport @ @ @ @ @ @ @ situation at the border with France is “ very alarming ” .
The Conservative MP for Bexhill and Battle said there was no need for panic but that it was “ important that we find a way through before transport and ports are completely blockaded ” .

New border restrictions in France have led to the closure of key trade routes in Kent on Sunday night.
It is likely to have severe ramifications for UK trade, which in recent days has seen around 10,000 lorries passing through the port of Dover every 24 hours.
Much of the trade passing through the Channel ports consists of perishable goods which need to reach their destination quickly.
But from midnight all traffic to France from the UK was suspended for at least 48 hours.
What could this mean for food and goods stocks in the UK?
It is possible that these border restrictions could affect the flow of key goods into the UK.
Andrew Opie, of the British Retail Consortium, said: “The closure of France to UK traffic, including accompanied freight, poses difficulties for UK capacity to import and export key goods during the busy Christmas period.”
He suggested that while goods can still enter the UK from France, it may be that few haulage firms will be willing to send trucks and drivers across to the UK without a guarantee they can return to the EU in a timely manner.
It is believed that many retailers will have already stocked up on Christmas goods which should prevent immediate supply problems.
However any prolonged closure of the border with France would present difficulties for businesses, Mr Opie said.
What about UK businesses which export goods to the continent?
While lorries bearing products from France can still come into the UK, the same does not apply for many UK goods bound for the continent.
Scottish seafood exporter Lochfyne said that the closure of the French border the week before Christmas was a “disaster”.
A spokesman said on Twitter: “There will be Vivier trucks from all over Scotland heading in that direction, millions of pounds worth of seafood at the time of the most important market of the year the last one before Xmas.
“Even if we get through 48 hours later we will miss the Xmas deadline, this is unbelievable.”
What about traffic in Kent?
The Government has warned of “significant disruption” in the area and said people should avoid travelling to Kent ports.
There is a distinct possibility of problems on the county’s highways on Monday morning as businesses face uncertainty over the movement of goods.
Huge queues of HGVs stretching for many miles along Kent highways have become a familiar sight in recent days due to Christmas preparations and Brexit stockpiling.
Transport Select Committee chairman Huw Merriman said the situation at the border with France is “very alarming”.
The Conservative MP for Bexhill and Battle said there was no need for panic but that it was “important that we find a way through before transport and ports are completely blockaded”.


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Pictures of homes lit up with Christmas lights

FOR most , a handful of baubles and a dash of tinsel is enough to get into festive mood .
@ @ @ @ @ , enough is never enough .
Lights twinkle on rooftops , trees and bushes while @ @ @ @ @ sides of their home .
These pictures were taken roughly 20 years ago and show @ @ @ @ @ to spread festive cheer with their Christmas lights .

But for these Hampshire residents, enough is never enough.
Lights twinkle on rooftops, trees and bushes while bright Christmas motifs emblazon the sides of their home.
These pictures were taken roughly 20 years ago and show a herculean effort from many to spread festive cheer with their Christmas lights.


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--NSPCC say abuse referrals in South East up 81% in lockdown

WORRYING figures released by a leading children ’ s charity have shown a drastic increase in referrals relating to child abuse since the start of lockdown .
The NSPCC has found that the average monthly number of referrals from the charity ’ s helpline increased by 81 % in the South East since April .
Over 2,800 referrals were made by the helpline to agencies in the South East in this time .
The NSPCC is now highlighting the vital role its team of professionals and volunteer counsellors will play to support children over the festive period , urging the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' Christmas appeal .
Referrals made between April and November related to emotional abuse , neglect , and physical abuse remain , at figures well above the pre-pandemic average .
Since April , the helpline has received 31,359 contacts from adults across the UK anxious about child abuse or neglect , referring half of these on to external agencies like the police and social services to take further action .
This has led to an average monthly number of referrals of 360 since the start of the first lockdown compared to 199 prior @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year .
To raise awareness of child neglect and abuse this Christmas , a number of iconic UK landmarks including Rochester Cathedral will turned green on December 7 , supporting the NSPCC ’ s Christmas Appeal .
To help protect children stuck at home in environments that are not safe , the charity is urging the public to donate £20 to its 'Here for Children ' Christmas appeal page .
Head of the NSPCC helpline , Kamaljit Thandi said : “ It ’ s no secret that this Christmas is going to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of children - being stuck at home for the holidays will be a terrifying thought .
“ At the NSPCC , we know how important it is that people have the opportunity to speak up when they think a child is at risk of abuse and neglect .
“ Our helpline for adults and Childline will be open every day over the festive period.
” As well as urging the public to be extra vigilant during the Christmas holidays , the NSPCC is urging the government to invest in long term funding to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ traumatic experiences during lockdown .
Adults concerned about a child can contact the NSPCC helpline seven days a week throughout the festive period on 0808 800 5000 , or email help @ nspcc.org.uk

The NSPCC has found that the average monthly number of referrals from the charity’s helpline increased by 81% in the South East since April.
Over 2,800 referrals were made by the helpline to agencies in the South East in this time.
The NSPCC is now highlighting the vital role its team of professionals and volunteer counsellors will play to support children over the festive period, urging the public to support its 'Here for Children' Christmas appeal.
Referrals made between April and November related to emotional abuse, neglect, and physical abuse remain, at figures well above the pre-pandemic average.
Since April, the helpline has received 31,359 contacts from adults across the UK anxious about child abuse or neglect, referring half of these on to external agencies like the police and social services to take further action.
This has led to an average monthly number of referrals of 360 since the start of the first lockdown compared to 199 prior to lockdown in the South East this year.
To raise awareness of child neglect and abuse this Christmas, a number of iconic UK landmarks including Rochester Cathedral will turned green on December 7, supporting the NSPCC’s Christmas Appeal.
To help protect children stuck at home in environments that are not safe, the charity is urging the public to donate £20 to its 'Here for Children' Christmas appeal page.
Head of the NSPCC helpline, Kamaljit Thandi said: “It’s no secret that this Christmas is going to be a very different one and for thousands of children - being stuck at home for the holidays will be a terrifying thought.
“At the NSPCC, we know how important it is that people have the opportunity to speak up when they think a child is at risk of abuse and neglect.
“ Our helpline for adults and Childline will be open every day over the festive period.”
As well as urging the public to be extra vigilant during the Christmas holidays, the NSPCC is urging the government to invest in long term funding to support children to recover from adverse and traumatic experiences during lockdown.
Adults concerned about a child can contact the NSPCC helpline seven days a week throughout the festive period on 0808 800 5000, or email help@nspcc.org.uk


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Expert sailor died after hitting head whilst on yacht in the Solent

AN EXPERT sailor died following an accident whilst sailing around the Solent , an inquest opening heard .
John Patrick @ @ @ @ @ when it was discovered that he had hit his head .
The 63-year-old was taken @ @ @ @ @ December 4 and a CT scan discovered he had a traumatic brain injury .
Area @ @ @ @ @ Mr Kavanagh , of Bushy Park Gardens , Teddington , Middlesex , died on December @ @ @ @ @ post mortem gave a preliminary cause of death as traumatic brain injury .
Mr Pegg @ @ @ @ @ full inquest to take place on September 7 , next year .

John Patrick Kavanagh was onboard a yacht when it was discovered that he had hit his head.
The 63-year-old was taken to Southampton General Hospital on December 4 and a CT scan discovered he had a traumatic brain injury.
Area coroner Jason Pegg said that Mr Kavanagh, of Bushy Park Gardens, Teddington, Middlesex, died on December 10 in hospital.
A post mortem gave a preliminary cause of death as traumatic brain injury.
Mr Pegg adjourned the hearing for a full inquest to take place on September 7, next year.


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Man caught driving motorbike with two illegal drugs in his system

A MAN caught riding a motorbike while under the influence of drugs was found to have no licence .
Jack @ @ @ @ @ a Suzuki motorbike with no insurance or licence on Gore Road in New Milton on @ @ @ @ @ The 22-year-old was also found to be under the influence of drugs while riding .
@ @ @ @ @ had Benzoylecgonine - a breakdown product of cocaine - and THC - a breakdown product @ @ @ @ @ blood .
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates ' Court , he pleaded guilty to driving without @ @ @ @ @ licence , and two counts of drug driving .
Fry , of Gore Road , @ @ @ @ @ from driving for 18 months and £700 .
He was also ordered to pay a @ @ @ @ @

Jack William Fry was caught riding a Suzuki motorbike with no insurance or licence on Gore Road in New Milton on Boxing Day last year.
The 22-year-old was also found to be under the influence of drugs while riding.
The court heard how Fry had Benzoylecgonine - a breakdown product of cocaine - and THC - a breakdown product of cannabis - in his blood.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, he pleaded guilty to driving without insurance, driving without and licence, and two counts of drug driving.
Fry, of Gore Road, New Milton, was disqualified from driving for 18 months and £700.
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £70.


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Fareham Mayor opens new play arena open near Solent Airport

A NEW children 's play area has opened in Fareham that is inclusive to all ages and abilities .
The Daedalus Common play area was officially opened by the Mayor , Cllr Pamela Bryant and Mayoress , Cllr Louise Chubley .
Two pupils and teachers from Crofton Anne Dale Infant and Junior School also joined them .
The play area is located on the western edge of Solent Airport , Stubbington .
Residents and local schools were inspired by the nearby airport for an aviation themed park , which was designed and installed by Eibe Play .
It features a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ages and abilities , including a huge aeroplane themed multi-climbing unit suitable for children with reduced mobility .
It is hoped the accessible equipment will mean all children can play and have fun together .
Funded by IFA2 , the play area boasts a 4-way helicopter swing , an inclusive roundabout , a toddler climbing unit , aeroplane ‘ springies ’ , swings , seesaw , inclusive picnic benches and inclusive play panels and floor graphics .
There is an 18-space car park near to the area with some parent and child bays @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Cllr Sue Bell , said : “ This play area is fantastic for the local community and visitors to the Borough .
We know how important it is that all children , no matter what their abilities , can play together which is why the large multi-climbing unit is so exciting as children with reduced mobility can access it and play with their friends , meaning nobody is left out .
“ I would like to thank everyone that got involved in the consultation and shared their ideas to help come up with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ play area lives up to your expectations !
“ There is still some work to be done with planting around the park which we will do in the spring , but I ’ m thrilled that the play equipment is ready to go just in time for the school holidays.
” The play area is now open to the public subject to Government lockdown restrictions .
Daedalus Common is set to open later in 2021 .

The Daedalus Common play area was officially opened by the Mayor, Cllr Pamela Bryant and Mayoress, Cllr Louise Chubley.
Two pupils and teachers from Crofton Anne Dale Infant and Junior School also joined them.
The play area is located on the western edge of Solent Airport, Stubbington.
Residents and local schools were inspired by the nearby airport for an aviation themed park, which was designed and installed by Eibe Play.
It features a range of equipment for children of all ages and abilities, including a huge aeroplane themed multi-climbing unit suitable for children with reduced mobility.
It is hoped the accessible equipment will mean all children can play and have fun together.
Funded by IFA2, the play area boasts a 4-way helicopter swing, an inclusive roundabout, a toddler climbing unit, aeroplane ‘springies’, swings, seesaw, inclusive picnic benches and inclusive play panels and floor graphics.
There is an 18-space car park near to the area with some parent and child bays
Executive Member for Leisure and Community, Cllr Sue Bell, said: “This play area is fantastic for the local community and visitors to the Borough. We know how important it is that all children, no matter what their abilities, can play together which is why the large multi-climbing unit is so exciting as children with reduced mobility can access it and play with their friends, meaning nobody is left out.
“I would like to thank everyone that got involved in the consultation and shared their ideas to help come up with a design, and I hope the play area lives up to your expectations!
“There is still some work to be done with planting around the park which we will do in the spring, but I’m thrilled that the play equipment is ready to go just in time for the school holidays.”
The play area is now open to the public subject to Government lockdown restrictions.
Daedalus Common is set to open later in 2021.


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--The launch of Winchester Christmas markets were among his many achievements

HE served as the Dean of Winchester for a decade , overseeing a major restoration programme .
The Very Reverend James Atwell has passed away at home in Cambridge with his family following a short illness .
He was Dean from 2006 until his retirement in June 2016 and oversaw major changes to the Cathedral , increasing visitor numbers and launching the Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market .
James was educated at Harvard University and Exeter College , Oxford .
He completed ordination Training in 1968 at Cuddesdon College and was ordained to the Priesthood in 1971 , serving his curacy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his early ministry , James worked as a University Chaplain and held an incumbency post in Towcester .
Prior to becoming Dean of Winchester , James was Provost and Dean of St Edmondsbury and Ipswich between 1995 and 2006 .
Bishop Tim has offered his sympathies to the family of the former Dean and shared his memories of working with James in the Diocese of Winchester : .
He said : “ His passion for Winchester Cathedral , love for pastoral ministry in the community and commitment to follow the Lord was an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a great pleasure to work alongside James .
Lorna and the rest of his family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers .
May the Lord comfort and bless them , particularly over the Christmas period.
” A funeral will be held at Winchester Cathedral and live streamed online .
Details will be confirmed .

The Very Reverend James Atwell has passed away at home in Cambridge with his family following a short illness.
He was Dean from 2006 until his retirement in June 2016 and oversaw major changes to the Cathedral, increasing visitor numbers and launching the Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market.
James was educated at Harvard University and Exeter College, Oxford. He completed ordination Training in 1968 at Cuddesdon College and was ordained to the Priesthood in 1971, serving his curacy in both Dulwich and Cambridge. During his early ministry, James worked as a University Chaplain and held an incumbency post in Towcester. Prior to becoming Dean of Winchester, James was Provost and Dean of St Edmondsbury and Ipswich between 1995 and 2006.
Bishop Tim has offered his sympathies to the family of the former Dean and shared his memories of working with James in the Diocese of Winchester:. He said: “His passion for Winchester Cathedral, love for pastoral ministry in the community and commitment to follow the Lord was an encouragement to many.
"It was a great pleasure to work alongside James. Lorna and the rest of his family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord comfort and bless them, particularly over the Christmas period.”
A funeral will be held at Winchester Cathedral and live streamed online. Details will be confirmed.


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Judges dismisses review over planning for new Fareham homes

A JUDGE has dismissed a judicial review after claims against a council decision to permit homes to built in Fareham @ @ @ @ @ judicial review of the decision to grant planning permission for six homes in Greenaway Lane @ @ @ @ @ by the High Court and costs awarded to the Council .
Fareham Borough Council 's @ @ @ @ @ of the decision .
Save Warsash and the Western Wards made the claim after planning @ @ @ @ @ six detached homes on land adjoining 79 Greenaway Lane in August .
Chairman of the @ @ @ @ @ said : “ An order of the High Court was made on 7 December 2020 @ @ @ @ @ judicial review claim on all eight grounds .
The Court ’ s view was that @ @ @ @ @ applied the Natural England guidance on achieving nitrate neutrality , had properly advised the Planning @ @ @ @ @ Planning Committee had made a lawful decision.
” Save Warsash and the Western Wards now @ @ @ @ @ the Court to reconsider their claim at a hearing by December 21 .

An application for a judicial review of the decision to grant planning permission for six homes in Greenaway Lane, Warsash has been dismissed by the High Court and costs awarded to the Council.
Fareham Borough Council's planning committee were today advised of the decision.
Save Warsash and the Western Wards made the claim after planning permission was agreed to build six detached homes on land adjoining 79 Greenaway Lane in August.
Chairman of the planning committee Cllr Nick Walker said: “An order of the High Court was made on 7 December 2020 refusing permission to bring the judicial review claim on all eight grounds. The Court’s view was that officers had correctly interpreted and applied the Natural England guidance on achieving nitrate neutrality, had properly advised the Planning Committee, and that the Planning Committee had made a lawful decision.”
Save Warsash and the Western Wards now has the option to ask the Court to reconsider their claim at a hearing by December 21.


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--'They should have been prepared': Many Southampton businesses 'do not have home safety policy'

ALMOST all Southampton businesses have no home working policy in place to protect their employees , new data has revealed .
UK based health and safety software specialists Protecting.co.uk have found that 99 per cent of Southampton businesses have no home working policy in place to protect their employees who have been working away from the office this year .
Office for National Statistics revealed that as many as 50 per cent of all workers were now working from home due to the coronavirus pandemic in April .
It has revealed that there has since been an increase in work-induced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ working environments .
Protecting.co.uk spokesman Mark Hall said : “ No one could ’ ve predicted this global pandemic changing the way we have had to work this year , but the fact of the matter is that these businesses should have always been prepared for a worst-case scenario such as this.
” “ Now we have people hurting their backs in uncomfortable chairs and working in less-than-ideal conditions when they should have been protected by their employers from day one.
” The research has revealed that sitting in a chair for eight @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of strain on your body , especially as most people have been sent home with no proper desks and chairs to work from .
The company has warned that this simple act could have a number of common risks including neck pain , lower back pain , Carpal Tunnel Syndrome , and eye strain .
The Health and Safety Executive online shows that employers do have a duty of care for those working from home , but they state that there are no increased risks if people are only working at home temporarily @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then a full DSE ( display screen equipment ) assessment is required .
Legally , employers do have an obligation through the Workplace ( Health , Safety & Welfare ) Regulations 1992 , but although these don ’ t apply to domestic premises , bosses are still expected to take reasonable care over home working .

UK based health and safety software specialists Protecting.co.uk have found that 99 per cent of Southampton businesses have no home working policy in place to protect their employees who have been working away from the office this year.
Office for National Statistics revealed that as many as 50 per cent of all workers were now working from home due to the coronavirus pandemic in April.
It has revealed that there has since been an increase in work-induced injuries with people not in their proper working environments.
Protecting.co.uk spokesman Mark Hall said: “No one could’ve predicted this global pandemic changing the way we have had to work this year, but the fact of the matter is that these businesses should have always been prepared for a worst-case scenario such as this.”
“Now we have people hurting their backs in uncomfortable chairs and working in less-than-ideal conditions when they should have been protected by their employers from day one.”
The research has revealed that sitting in a chair for eight hours a day can put a lot of strain on your body, especially as most people have been sent home with no proper desks and chairs to work from.
The company has warned that this simple act could have a number of common risks including neck pain, lower back pain, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and eye strain.
The Health and Safety Executive online shows that employers do have a duty of care for those working from home, but they state that there are no increased risks if people are only working at home temporarily.
If staff are long-term home working then a full DSE (display screen equipment) assessment is required.
Legally, employers do have an obligation through the Workplace (Health, Safety & Welfare) Regulations 1992, but although these don’t apply to domestic premises, bosses are still expected to take reasonable care over home working.


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Watch Fareham Academy's Christmas video that's full of cheer

2020 has been full of ups and downs but staff at a secondary school in Hampshire are determined to finish the year in style .
In a bid to boost to Christmas spirit , members of staff at Fareham Academy have come together to create their annual Christmas music video .
Every year the academy ’ s teachers and staff at the school in St Anne 's Grove , Fareham join forces to create a musical Christmas video and this year has been no exception .
The video features members of staff race against the clock to get the Headteacher @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by the ‘ North Pole Delivery ’ service but there are a quite a few challenges along the way .
Staff were required to social distance and film around their busy schedules , which inspired the idea to throw the present between shots .
The magic between the video was created by the school 's marketing assistant Daniel Burckitt .
The academy felt that it was important to create something fun and positive that could be enjoyed by everyone , both inside and outside of the school 's community , and to highlight @ @ @ @ @ @ @ C Prankerd said : “ Fareham Academy has a long-standing tradition of sharing a yuletide video with the community as we approach the Christmas break .
`` After an incredibly tough few months for everyone there was a real sense that a little festive cheer was needed more than ever .
`` The video this year , although presenting certain challenges , has been a testament to the team spirit in the school and is our little thank you for all the support we have received from our wonderful community.
” Fareham Academy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ viewed on their Facebook page or on their website : www.fareham-academy.co.uk .

In a bid to boost to Christmas spirit, members of staff at Fareham Academy have come together to create their annual Christmas music video.
Every year the academy’s teachers and staff at the school in St Anne's Grove, Fareham join forces to create a musical Christmas video and this year has been no exception.
The video features members of staff race against the clock to get the Headteacher's unwrapped parcel ready for its collection by the ‘North Pole Delivery’ service but there are a quite a few challenges along the way.
Staff were required to social distance and film around their busy schedules, which inspired the idea to throw the present between shots.
The magic between the video was created by the school's marketing assistant Daniel Burckitt.
The academy felt that it was important to create something fun and positive that could be enjoyed by everyone, both inside and outside of the school's community, and to highlight the importance of teamwork.
Headteacher Mr C Prankerd said: “Fareham Academy has a long-standing tradition of sharing a yuletide video with the community as we approach the Christmas break.
"After an incredibly tough few months for everyone there was a real sense that a little festive cheer was needed more than ever. "The video this year, although presenting certain challenges, has been a testament to the team spirit in the school and is our little thank you for all the support we have received from our wonderful community.”
Fareham Academy’s staff Christmas video can be viewed on their Facebook page or on their website: www.fareham-academy.co.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Farmer died of rare cancer after exposure to asbestos

A ROMSEY man died after exposure to asbestos while working as a farmer , an inquest opening heard .
Albert @ @ @ @ @ Road , was diagnosed with mesothelioma having been exposed to asbestos in life .
The @ @ @ @ @ of Mountbatten Hospice , in West End , and received palliative care .
Mr Dalton @ @ @ @ @ year , senior coroner Christopher Wilkinson said during an inquest into his death .
A @ @ @ @ @ Dalton died of pneumonia , mesothelioma , chronic obstructive pulmonary disease , frailty and type @ @ @ @ @ Wilkinson adjourned the hearing , and a full inquest will take place on October 11 @ @ @ @

Albert James Dalton, of Meon Road, was diagnosed with mesothelioma having been exposed to asbestos in life.
The 86-year-old was admitted to Countess of Mountbatten Hospice, in West End, and received palliative care.
Mr Dalton died on December 11 this year, senior coroner Christopher Wilkinson said during an inquest into his death.
A post mortem found that Mr Dalton died of pneumonia, mesothelioma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, frailty and type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Mr Wilkinson adjourned the hearing, and a full inquest will take place on October 11, next year.


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Food and support offered to vulnerable children in Eastleigh

VULNERABLE children are set to have access to extra food and support next February half-term .
A Community Grant from the new ‘ connect4communities ’ programme , led by Hampshire County Council is being given to Solent Youth Action , a youth provision charity in Eastleigh .
The grant of £1,940 will be used to run cook and eat sessions for children who are registered with a disability and from a low-income household .
The children will learn to cook specific meals , sit down to eat these meals together with their peers , and will take home recipe cards @ @ @ @ @ @ @ home with their families .
Councillor Patricia Stallard , the County Council ’ s Executive Lead Member for Children ’ s Services and Young People , said : “ I am delighted this grant will go towards helping vulnerable children in the Half Term holiday .
`` Many families are finding they are under extra pressure now because of the pandemic , perhaps because of a job loss , and are struggling to buy the basics like food and fuel .
`` Our ‘ connect4communities ’ programme was created to address this need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we can support community groups to provide practical help in their local area .
”

A Community Grant from the new ‘connect4communities’ programme, led by Hampshire County Council is being given to Solent Youth Action, a youth provision charity in Eastleigh.
The grant of £1,940 will be used to run cook and eat sessions for children who are registered with a disability and from a low-income household.
The children will learn to cook specific meals, sit down to eat these meals together with their peers, and will take home recipe cards and ingredients to recreate the meal at home with their families.
Councillor Patricia Stallard, the County Council’s Executive Lead Member for Children’s Services and Young People, said: “I am delighted this grant will go towards helping vulnerable children in the Half Term holiday.
"Many families are finding they are under extra pressure now because of the pandemic, perhaps because of a job loss, and are struggling to buy the basics like food and fuel.
"Our ‘connect4communities’ programme was created to address this need and it is wonderful to see that we can support community groups to provide practical help in their local area.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Pictures of nativity plays in Hampshire in 2000

THERE 'S little doubt that our tea towels will be used far less this Christmas .
Ordinarily , this would @ @ @ @ @ when youngsters would don them proudly on their heads and cram into halls to perform @ @ @ @ @ and parents .
The Daily Echo remembers when such things were viable and takes a @ @ @ @ @ from 20 years ago .
Is your little - now big - angel among the @ @ @ @

Ordinarily, this would be the time of year when youngsters would don them proudly on their heads and cram into halls to perform a nativity play for teachers and parents.
The Daily Echo remembers when such things were viable and takes a look back at nativity pictures from 20 years ago.
Is your little - now big - angel among the images from 2000?


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--December 21: Covid figures rise by 770 in Hampshire in 24 hours

There have been 770 new covid cases recorded in Hampshire in the past 24-hours .
Public Health England figures - @ @ @ @ @ website at 4pm today ( December 21 ) - show that 770more people have tested @ @ @ @ @ a 24 hour period .
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – @ @ @ @ @ partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests , which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories @ @ @ @ @ first stage of the Government 's mass testing programme .
Below are the confirmed cases @ @ @ @ @ 24 hours to 4pm on December 21 : • Basingstoke and Deane : 82 ( @ @ @ @ @ of pandemic )

Public Health England figures - as recorded on the Government website at 4pm today (December 21) - show that 770more people have tested positive for the virus in a 24 hour period.
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests, which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government's mass testing programme.
Below are the confirmed cases by local authority in the 24 hours to 4pm on December 21:


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Hit and run on Shirley High Street, Southampton

A MAN and woman have been left with serious injuries following a hit and run on a busy Southampton street .
Police have launched a hunt to find the driver of a Ford Focus after they mounted the pavement in Shirley and struck two pedestrians .
The incident happened on the junction of Church Street and Vincent Grove just before 12pm today , Monday 21 December .
The car is reported to have mounted the pavement before striking an elderly man and woman , and damaging six parked cars .
The car then fled the scene in the direction of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
A man in his 80 ’ s suffered serious injuries and a woman in her 70 ’ s sustained minor injuries .
Both were taken to Southampton General Hospital for treatment .
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said : `` We ’ re investigating a report of a road traffic collision that took place at the junction of Church Street and Vincent Grove just before 12pm today , Monday 21 December .
`` It was reported that a Ford Focus mounted the pavement and collided with two pedestrians , also damaging six @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drove off in the direction of St James Park , along Church Street .
`` A man in his 80 ’ s suffered serious injuries and a woman in her 70 ’ s sustained minor injuries .
Both were taken to Southampton General Hospital for treatment .
`` Anyone with information should call us on 101 quoting the crime reference number 44200490702 . ''

Police have launched a hunt to find the driver of a Ford Focus after they mounted the pavement in Shirley and struck two pedestrians.
The incident happened on the junction of Church Street and Vincent Grove just before 12pm today, Monday 21 December.
The car is reported to have mounted the pavement before striking an elderly man and woman, and damaging six parked cars.
The car then fled the scene in the direction of St James Park, along Church Street.
A man in his 80’s suffered serious injuries and a woman in her 70’s sustained minor injuries. Both were taken to Southampton General Hospital for treatment.
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said: "We’re investigating a report of a road traffic collision that took place at the junction of Church Street and Vincent Grove just before 12pm today, Monday 21 December.
"It was reported that a Ford Focus mounted the pavement and collided with two pedestrians, also damaging six parked vehicles.
"The Ford Focus drove off in the direction of St James Park, along Church Street.
"A man in his 80’s suffered serious injuries and a woman in her 70’s sustained minor injuries. Both were taken to Southampton General Hospital for treatment.
"An investigation is underway.
"Anyone with information should call us on 101 quoting the crime reference number 44200490702."


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Southampton man found guilty of possessing explosives

A SOUTHAMPTON man has been found guilty of possessing explosives and possessing a prohibited weapon .
Pascal Knorr-Gulde has been @ @ @ @ @ possessing a prohibited weapon and also of attempting to manufacture a firearm .
• Southampton @ @ @ @ @ explosive chemicals in his home' The 48-year-old of Bond Road was convicted following a week-long @ @ @ @ @ .
Defended by Berenice Mulvanny , he had also faced a charge of manufacturing explosives @ @ @ @ @ dropped .
During the trial last week , the jury heard how then police searched @ @ @ @ @ they found homemade gun parts , chemicals and a workshop .
Officers found a stun @ @ @ @ @ neighbouring properties were evacuated and a specialist explosives team was called in .
A report @ @ @ @ @ whether Knorr-Gulde is a danger to the public .

Pascal Knorr-Gulde has been convicted of possessing explosives, possessing a prohibited weapon and also of attempting to manufacture a firearm.
The 48-year-old of Bond Road was convicted following a week-long trial at Southampton Crown Court.
Defended by Berenice Mulvanny, he had also faced a charge of manufacturing explosives, however, this was dropped.
During the trial last week, the jury heard how then police searched his home in Bond Road they found homemade gun parts, chemicals and a workshop.
Officers found a stun gun, meanwhile, two neighbouring properties were evacuated and a specialist explosives team was called in.
Judge Peter Henry set a sentencing date for February 4.
A report has been commissioned to assess whether Knorr-Gulde is a danger to the public.


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Mayflower Theatre's two panto performances today cancelled

TODAY 'S performances of Mayflower Theatre 's panto Sleeping Beauty have been cancelled .
Theatre bosses had to take the @ @ @ @ @ an hour before the 2pm matinee of the show , due to the `` indisposition @ @ @ @ @ nature of the socially distanced production '' .
The show , starring funnyman Joe Pasquale @ @ @ @ @ actress Lesley Joseph , was due to enjoy its press performance tonight after opening for @ @ @ @ @ spokesman said : `` On behalf of Qdos Pantomimes and Mayflower Theatre we are incredibly @ @ @ @ @ will have caused and we thank you for your amazing support in these challenging times @ @ @ @ @ by the cancelled shows will be contacted and offered a refund .
An update on @ @ @ @ @ as soon as possible .

Theatre bosses had to take the unusual step, less than an hour before the 2pm matinee of the show, due to the "indisposition of cast members and the nature of the socially distanced production".
The show, starring funnyman Joe Pasquale and Birds of a Feather actress Lesley Joseph, was due to enjoy its press performance tonight after opening for previews on Saturday.
A spokesman said: "On behalf of Qdos Pantomimes and Mayflower Theatre we are incredibly sorry for the disappointment this will have caused and we thank you for your amazing support in these challenging times."
All customers affected by the cancelled shows will be contacted and offered a refund.
An update on future performances will be given as soon as possible.


thedailyecho--2020-12-21--Coronavirus: Two more deaths across Hampshire in 24 hours

TWO more coronavirus patients have died in Hampshire during the last 48 hours .
Figures published by NHS England today @ @ @ @ @ that two more people have died with Covid-19 .
Across the whole of Hampshire , @ @ @ @ @ Covid-19 since the start of the pandemic in March .
At Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust @ @ @ @ @ been confirmed as having died from the virus in the last 24 hours , bringing @ @ @ @ @ to 338 .
No more deaths were recorded at any of the county 's other @ @ @ @ @ NHS Foundation Trust , the total number of deaths is 232 .
At the University @ @ @ @ @ 233 coronavirus patients have died since the start of the pandemic .
At Southern Health @ @ @ @ @ been 23 deaths since the start of the pandemic and three deaths at Solent NHS @ @

Figures published by NHS England today (December 21) reveal that two more people have died with Covid-19.
Across the whole of Hampshire, 831 people have died with Covid-19 since the start of the pandemic in March.
At Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust, two more patients have been confirmed as having died from the virus in the last 24 hours, bringing the total death toll up to 338.
No more deaths were recorded at any of the county's other Trusts.
At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, the total number of deaths is 232.
At the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust 233 coronavirus patients have died since the start of the pandemic.
At Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust there have been 23 deaths since the start of the pandemic and three deaths at Solent NHS Trust.


thedailyecho--2020-12-22--Southampton woman bit and headbutted Hampshire police officers

A SOUTHAMPTON woman attacked four police officers who were called to an altercation .
Phoebe Starr bit one officer and headbutted another during an incident on September 19 , a court heard .
The bite is said to have broken the officer ’ s skin while another suffered a bruised nose .
According to police , officers were flagged down and called to reports of an altercation in Bullar Road .
The 23-year-old of Queen ’ s Terrace who was “ under the influence ” at the time was charged with four counts of assaulting an emergency worker to which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Nigel Cozens said the event was a complete one-off and her first recollection was when she woke up in the police cell .
He argued that something similar would not happen again and hoped Starr would never return to court .
During sentencing at Southampton Magistrates ’ Court last Wednesday , District Judge Richard Blake said the assaults were serious and crossed the custody threshold .
However , the offences were “ wholly out of character ” .
District Blake jailed her for 12 weeks , suspended for 12 months .
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her teenage years .
She must pay £700 in compensation AND complete 20 days of rehabilitation which will include drink awareness activities .
Judge Blake ’ s closing statement was “ I am sure we will not meet again ” .

Phoebe Starr bit one officer and headbutted another during an incident on September 19, a court heard.
The bite is said to have broken the officer’s skin while another suffered a bruised nose.
According to police, officers were flagged down and called to reports of an altercation in Bullar Road.
The 23-year-old of Queen’s Terrace who was “under the influence” at the time was charged with four counts of assaulting an emergency worker to which she pleaded guilty.
Mitigating, solicitor, Nigel Cozens said the event was a complete one-off and her first recollection was when she woke up in the police cell.
He argued that something similar would not happen again and hoped Starr would never return to court.
During sentencing at Southampton Magistrates’ Court last Wednesday, District Judge Richard Blake said the assaults were serious and crossed the custody threshold.
However, the offences were “wholly out of character”.
District Blake jailed her for 12 weeks, suspended for 12 months. He suspended the sentence citing tragic events during her teenage years.
She must pay £700 in compensation AND complete 20 days of rehabilitation which will include drink awareness activities.
Judge Blake’s closing statement was “I am sure we will not meet again”.


thedailyecho--2020-12-22--Man dies after suspected hit and run incident in Andover

A PEDESTRIAN has died after a suspected hit and run involving a `` large goods vehicle '' .
Officers were @ @ @ @ @ to reports of a body being found .
The incident occured on the A303 , @ @ @ @ @ Andover .
Police believe that a `` large goods vehicle '' collided with a pedestrian @ @ @ @ @ .
Despite the best efforts of the emergency services , a 53-year-old man from Andover @ @ @ @ @ scene .
His next of kin have been informed .
Police are now appealing for @ @ @ @ @ incident .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` We are investigating the exact @ @ @ @ @ are keen to hear from anyone who saw what happened , or anyone with dash-cam @ @ @ @ @ investigation .
`` Do you have footage of a pedestrian on the A303 this morning @ @ @ @ @ large goods vehicle on the road around the relevant time ?
`` Anyone with information @ @ @ @ @ quoting reference 128 of today ’ s date . ''

Officers were called at 2.27am this morning to reports of a body being found.
The incident occured on the A303, at Picket Twenty, near Andover.
Police believe that a "large goods vehicle" collided with a pedestrian, and did not stop.
Despite the best efforts of the emergency services, a 53-year-old man from Andover was pronounced dead at the scene.
His next of kin have been informed.
Police are now appealing for witnesses in relation to the incident.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We are investigating the exact circumstances of this collision and are keen to hear from anyone who saw what happened, or anyone with dash-cam footage that may assist our investigation.
"Do you have footage of a pedestrian on the A303 this morning? Perhaps you saw a large goods vehicle on the road around the relevant time?
"Anyone with information is asked to phone 101 quoting reference 128 of today’s date."


thedailyecho--2020-12-22--Covid cancels Christmas at Mayflower Theatre

THE two week run of Mayflower Theatre 's Sleeping Beauty this Christmas has been cancelled just days after it got @ @ @ @ @ are devastated after being forced to cancel the socially distanced pantomime just two days after @ @ @ @ @ the attempt to reopen the theatre to live performance .
The show , starring funnyman @ @ @ @ @ a Feather actress Lesley Joseph , was due to run until Sunday January 3 after @ @ @ @ @ executive Michael Ockwell explained that a 'couple of members of the cast had been indisposed @ @ @ @ @ their 'overwhelming support ' for the theatre 's 'attempt to reopen this Christmas ' .
@ @ @ @ @ Due to the indisposition of cast members from Sleeping Beauty , the nature of the @ @ @ @ @ the news of increased transmissibility of Coronavirus in the South , Qdos Pantomimes and Mayflower @ @ @ @ @ decision to cancel all remaining performances of Sleeping Beauty .
`` We are incredibly sorry @ @ @ @ @ have caused . ''
All customers will be offered a full refund .

Theatre staff are devastated after being forced to cancel the socially distanced pantomime just two days after the curtain was raised on the attempt to reopen the theatre to live performance.
The show, starring funnyman Joe Pasquale and Birds of a Feather actress Lesley Joseph, was due to run until Sunday January 3 after opening on Saturday.
Read more: Monday's performances of Mayflower Theatre panto Sleeping Beauty cancelled
Chief executive Michael Ockwell explained that a 'couple of members of the cast had been indisposed' and thanked customers for their 'overwhelming support' for the theatre's 'attempt to reopen this Christmas'.
A spokesman said: "Due to the indisposition of cast members from Sleeping Beauty, the nature of the socially distanced production, and the news of increased transmissibility of Coronavirus in the South, Qdos Pantomimes and Mayflower Theatre have made the difficult decision to cancel all remaining performances of Sleeping Beauty.
"We are incredibly sorry for the disappointment this will have caused."
All customers will be offered a full refund.


thedailyecho--2020-12-22--Southampton man pleads guilty to drug offences after raids

A MAN has pleaded guilty to drug offences after police raided houses across Southampton .
On Tuesday and Wednesday last @ @ @ @ @ out at properties in streets across the city .
As a result , a man @ @ @ @ @ and has now pleaded guilty .
Stanley Woods , aged 19 , of Imperial Avenue @ @ @ @ @ Crown Court on Friday .
He pleaded guilty to conspiracy to import controlled drugs of @ @ @ @ @ supply a Class B drug and two charges of being concerned in the supply of @ @ @ @ @ and ecstasy .
He has been remanded in custody to be sentenced at a later @ @

On Tuesday and Wednesday last week, warrants were carried out at properties in streets across the city.
Streets involved include: Imperial Avenue, Outer Circle, Richmond Gardens, Witts Hill, Victory Crescent and Shirley Road.
As a result, a man was charged with drug offences and has now pleaded guilty.
Stanley Woods, aged 19, of Imperial Avenue, Southampton appeared at Southampton Crown Court on Friday.
He pleaded guilty to conspiracy to import controlled drugs of Class B, conspiracy to supply a Class B drug and two charges of being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs, cocaine and ecstasy.
He has been remanded in custody to be sentenced at a later date.


thedailyecho--2020-12-22--NSPCC calls for action on Government’s Online Harms Bill

SOCIAL media platforms urgently need to protect youngsters from online predators , say national campaigners .
The NSPCC says Social media sites need to take more responsibility in ensuring children are protected from criminals .
• Paedophile caught with images of children tied up and abused It comes after Jordan Moore - a 24-year-old from Croydon - locked a teenage girl from the New Forest area in his car and raped her .
He had used Snapchat to communicate with the 14-year-old before the “ terrifying ordeal ” in the car park of New Milton Cricket Club in September 2018 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the NSPCC said : “ This young girl has shown great courage in reporting the terrifying ordeal that Moore subjected her to , and it is crucial she receives all the support she needs to help her recover .
This distressing case highlights how easy it is for child sexual offenders like Moore to groom young people online.
” As previously reported Moore drove across the country to meet his victim .
• ' I was terrified he was going to kill me ' : Paedophile raped girl in car A jury @ @ @ @ @ @ @ following a seven day trial at Southampton Crown Court .
Jailed for six years and six months he will have to register as a sex offender for life .
• Former Bank of England employee took out £300 to pay for sex with '11-year-old girl' The comments from the national charity come following the announcement that UK watchdog Ofcom is set to get powers to crackdown on online child abuse .
The NSPCC says that proposals under the Government ’ s Online Harms Bill are a landmark step towards improving the safety of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of campaigning .
The bill sets out new guidelines governing the removal of illegal material including child sexual abuse .

The NSPCC says Social media sites need to take more responsibility in ensuring children are protected from criminals.
It comes after Jordan Moore - a 24-year-old from Croydon - locked a teenage girl from the New Forest area in his car and raped her.
Jordan Moore was jailed at Southampton Crown Court
He had used Snapchat to communicate with the 14-year-old before the “terrifying ordeal” in the car park of New Milton Cricket Club in September 2018.
Commenting on the case a spokesperson for the NSPCC said: “This young girl has shown great courage in reporting the terrifying ordeal that Moore subjected her to, and it is crucial she receives all the support she needs to help her recover. This distressing case highlights how easy it is for child sexual offenders like Moore to groom young people online.”
As previously reported Moore drove across the country to meet his victim.
A jury convicted him on one count of rape following a seven day trial at Southampton Crown Court.
Jailed for six years and six months he will have to register as a sex offender for life.
The comments from the national charity come following the announcement that UK watchdog Ofcom is set to get powers to crackdown on online child abuse.
The NSPCC says that proposals under the Government’s Online Harms Bill are a landmark step towards improving the safety of social media for children, following years of campaigning.
The bill sets out new guidelines governing the removal of illegal material including child sexual abuse.


thedailyecho--2020-12-22--'Follow the rules' - Call to act as Covid cases rise by 770

ALMOST 800 new Covid-19 cases were reported in Hampshire following the final weekend before Christmas .
The latest Public Health England figures reveal that in the 24-hours between 4pm Sunday and 4pm yesterday , 770 positive cases were recorded across the county , more than double the 341 recorded just a week before .
Southampton , a Tier Two area , recorded 123 cases in this time , whilst Tier Four Portsmouth recorded the highest in the county with 135 new cases .
Elsewhere in the county , Winchester recorded 43 new cases , the New Forest 28 , Eastleigh @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Fareham 37 .
The other Tier 4 areas , Gosport and Havant , recorded 27 and 100 new cases respectively .
These figures have sparked a call for the public to abide by the rules this Christmas , with Southampton , Itchen MP Royston Smith claiming that gathering inside is one of the main spreaders of the virus .
He also warned that if people don ’ t follow the rules , levels in the county could rise even further .
“ In the end there is a reason why this is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t wash their hands , cover their faces and stay out of each others way , '' he said .
“ If people decide that they are not going to follow the rules and regulations at Christmas then there is going to be a rise .
“ We all try really hard and we all don ’ t get it right all of the time but for the people who ignore the guidance , my message to them is clear .
“ If you think that you are strong enough to survive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but you will indirectly give it to someone else , who might die because of your actions , that ’ s what it means.
” The MP warned that if people do not follow the rules , then further restrictions would have to be put in place .
Meanwhile , Labour MP for Southampton , Test , Alan Whitehead said : “ It seems to me is that these numbers are going up , but from a reasonably low base , and it is important that in Hampshire we keep as close @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ This is something that looks like it is proving to be very difficult to keep under control , partly because measures have been taken at such a late date .
“ It is a very worrying time in terms of numbers across the south , we are not in the position that we have been put in that high lockdown category , I think it ’ s our collective duty to make sure we don ’ t .
“ Labour was calling for a circuit breaker lockdown much earlier than when the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not sure that the way the tier system works is actually doing a job .
“ If these measures don ’ t work over the next period then I ’ m afraid we will have to go into a general lockdown after Christmas in order to retrieve the position and obviously no one wants that to happen but I think that ’ s the fear we have at the moment .
Below are the confirmed cases by local authority in the 24 hours to 4pm on December 21 : • Basingstoke and Deane @ @ @ @ @ @ @ start of pandemic )

The latest Public Health England figures reveal that in the 24-hours between 4pm Sunday and 4pm yesterday, 770 positive cases were recorded across the county, more than double the 341 recorded just a week before.
Southampton, a Tier Two area, recorded 123 cases in this time, whilst Tier Four Portsmouth recorded the highest in the county with 135 new cases.
Elsewhere in the county, Winchester recorded 43 new cases, the New Forest 28, Eastleigh 34, the Test Valley 21, and Fareham 37.
The other Tier 4 areas, Gosport and Havant, recorded 27 and 100 new cases respectively.
These figures have sparked a call for the public to abide by the rules this Christmas, with Southampton, Itchen MP Royston Smith claiming that gathering inside is one of the main spreaders of the virus.
He also warned that if people don’t follow the rules, levels in the county could rise even further.
“In the end there is a reason why this is happening and that is because people won’t wash their hands, cover their faces and stay out of each others way," he said.
“If people decide that they are not going to follow the rules and regulations at Christmas then there is going to be a rise.
“We all try really hard and we all don’t get it right all of the time but for the people who ignore the guidance, my message to them is clear.
“If you think that you are strong enough to survive this disease, you might be right, but you will indirectly give it to someone else, who might die because of your actions, that’s what it means.”
The MP warned that if people do not follow the rules, then further restrictions would have to be put in place.
Meanwhile, Labour MP for Southampton, Test, Alan Whitehead said: “It seems to me is that these numbers are going up, but from a reasonably low base, and it is important that in Hampshire we keep as close to that low base as possible.
“This is something that looks like it is proving to be very difficult to keep under control, partly because measures have been taken at such a late date.
“It is a very worrying time in terms of numbers across the south, we are not in the position that we have been put in that high lockdown category, I think it’s our collective duty to make sure we don’t.
“Labour was calling for a circuit breaker lockdown much earlier than when the figures ran away, I’m not sure that the way the tier system works is actually doing a job.
“If these measures don’t work over the next period then I’m afraid we will have to go into a general lockdown after Christmas in order to retrieve the position and obviously no one wants that to happen but I think that’s the fear we have at the moment.
Below are the confirmed cases by local authority in the 24 hours to 4pm on December 21:


thedailyecho--2020-12-22--Car bought from Fareham dealership using fraudulent details

A CAR worth £40k has been purchased using fraudulent details from a town dealership .
The vehicle , a Range @ @ @ @ @ to have been purchased on finance .
It was picked up from a dealership on @ @ @ @ @ November 4 .
The person whose details were fraudulently used subsequently received the finance paperwork @ @ @ @ @ bank and the dealership were made aware of this before police were informed .
Officers @ @ @ @ @ and are keen to talk to the woman pictured .
A police spokesperson said : @ @ @ @ @ of the Hampshire area , so we are asking people to share this with any @ @ @ @ @ county .
`` Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 , quoting @ @ @ @ @ you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 % anonymously on 0800 555 111 .
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The vehicle, a Range Rover Sport, was said to have been purchased on finance.
It was picked up from a dealership on Bridge Road, Fareham on November 4.
The person whose details were fraudulently used subsequently received the finance paperwork in the post.
The bank and the dealership were made aware of this before police were informed.
Officers are now investigating the incident and are keen to talk to the woman pictured.
A police spokesperson said: "She may live outside of the Hampshire area, so we are asking people to share this with any friends or family out of county.
"Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting 44200449096.
"Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111."


thedailyecho--2020-12-22--Part of motorway blocked due to ongoing police incident

PART of a Hampshire motorway has been blocked due to an ongoing police incident .
One lane of the M27 @ @ @ @ @ near Park Gate .
# M27 Westbound - One lane BLOCKED due to a police @ @ @ @ @ , short delays on approach .
pic.twitter.com/wopWHvkAar — ROMANSE ( @ ROMANSE ) December 22 @ @ @ @ @ been blocked heading westbound due to a police incident .
Delays are building in the @ @

One lane of the M27 is blocked at junction nine near Park Gate.
#M27 Westbound - One lane BLOCKED due to a police incident at J9/A27 #ParkGate, short delays on approach. pic.twitter.com/wopWHvkAar — ROMANSE (@ROMANSE) December 22, 2020
The lane has been blocked heading westbound due to a police incident.
Delays are building in the area.
More to follow...


thedailyecho--2020-12-22--Brad McKenner dumped waste at Roman Road, Chilworth

A SOUTHAMPTON teenager has been told to pay thousands of pounds in fines and costs after illegally dumping parts of a bathroom .
Brad McKenner was also prosecuted for failing to have any of the licences needed to dispose of the waste lawfully .
McKenner did not possess a waste carrier or scrap metal licence , despite advertising both services .
Test Valley Borough Council launched an investigation after the waste was dumped in Roman Road , Chilworth , just before last Christmas .
Following a successful prosecution McKenner has been ordered to pay a total of £2,294 in fines @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` A resident was having their bathroom renovated last year when McKenner collected the waste , having advertised his services on Facebook .
`` However , the council ’ s environmental services team were contacted about a fly-tip which included a bath , basin and broken tiles . ''
• Fine issued after fly-tipping in the New Forest Appearing at Southampton Magistrates ' Court McKenner , 19 , of Dewent Road , Southampton , pleaded guilty to fly-tipping , carrying waste without a licence , and not holding a scrap metal licence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £1,100 in total , with £1,084 costs and a £110 victim surcharge .
Cllr Alison Johnston , the council 's portfolio holder for environment , said : `` As a council we have a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to fly-tipping .
`` To anyone thinking of committing this selfish act , I hope that fact is , by now , plainly clear . ''
Referring to McKenner 's failure to obtain the relevant licences she added : `` He stated he did not know this was necessary but ignorance to the law @ @ @ @ @ @ @ highlights the need to check that your waste carrier is correctly licensed .
You can do this via the Environment Agency website . ''

Brad McKenner was also prosecuted for failing to have any of the licences needed to dispose of the waste lawfully.
McKenner did not possess a waste carrier or scrap metal licence, despite advertising both services.
Test Valley Borough Council launched an investigation after the waste was dumped in Roman Road, Chilworth, just before last Christmas.
Following a successful prosecution McKenner has been ordered to pay a total of £2,294 in fines and costs.
A council spokesperson said: "A resident was having their bathroom renovated last year when McKenner collected the waste, having advertised his services on Facebook.
"However, the council’s environmental services team were contacted about a fly-tip which included a bath, basin and broken tiles."
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court McKenner, 19, of Dewent Road, Southampton, pleaded guilty to fly-tipping, carrying waste without a licence, and not holding a scrap metal licence.
He was fined a total of £1,100 in total, with £1,084 costs and a £110 victim surcharge.
Cllr Alison Johnston, the council's portfolio holder for environment, said: "As a council we have a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to fly-tipping.
"To anyone thinking of committing this selfish act, I hope that fact is, by now, plainly clear."
Referring to McKenner's failure to obtain the relevant licences she added: "He stated he did not know this was necessary but ignorance to the law is no excuse.
"It also highlights the need to check that your waste carrier is correctly licensed. You can do this via the Environment Agency website."


thedailyecho--2020-12-22--Delays on Totton Bypass and Redbridge Causeway

SNG Gas have set up emergency works on the eastbound carriageway between Totton Bypass and Redbridge Causeway .
One lane @ @ @ @ @ blocked and delays are buidling on approach .
Currently delays are around 20 minutes long @ @ @

SNG Gas have set up emergency works on the eastbound carriageway between Totton Bypass and Redbridge Causeway.
A35 #Totton - Ongoing lane closure remains eastbound between Totton Bypass and Redbridge Causeway due to emergency @SGNgas #Roadworks ⬇ pic.twitter.com/X6Yve8CZCh — ROMANSE (@ROMANSE) December 22, 2020
One lane of the road has been blocked and delays are buidling on approach.
Currently delays are around 20 minutes long heading eastbound.


thedailyecho--2020-12-22--December 21: Covid figures rise by 770 in Hampshire in 24 hours


thedailyecho--2020-12-22--New flare stack at Fawley refinery will produce less smoke

FAWLEY refinery has been given planning permission to replace a 73m flare stack with one that will pump less smoke into the atmosphere .
New Forest District Council has approved an application to install a new stack at the huge petro-chemical complex after acknowledging the environmental benefits of the scheme .
Fawley 's four flack stacks enable the site to burn off excess gas and have been dubbed the refinery 's safety valve .
Proposals to upgrade part of the system were submitted by Esso earlier this year .
The planning application said : `` The proposed installation of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ refinery 's ongoing commitment to safety and environment .
`` The flare to be replaced is no longer viable for repair .
The proposed replacement will be located on the same block and will be of similar design . ''
A report to district councillors added : `` The existing flare dates back to the 1960s .
Its proposed replacement represents the opportunity to introduce improved technology that would reduce the amount of smoke emissions . ''
The new flare , like its predecessor , will be located in an area known as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` The replacement would be visible from the surrounding area , as indeed is the existing .
It would be viewed as part of a group of other tall structures within the refinery complex , appearing satisfactory in its context .
`` No objections have been received and Fawley Parish Council has recommended that permission be granted . ''
A statement on the refinery 's website says : `` The flare is a normal and vital part of keeping the plant running safely during unplanned operational interruptions or scheduled maintenance .
`` During @ @ @ @ @ @ @ produce a variety of products .
`` During an interruption , such as an unplanned loss of power , the system is occasionally unable to continue its processing and excess hydrocarbons are routed through the flare system .
`` There the vapours are combined with steam and burned off , ensuring maximum combustion of hydrocarbons while minimising emissions into the air . ''
But the use of the refinery 's flaring system , especially at night , can cause widespread alarm among people living on both sides of Southampton Water .
In 2013 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by people who feared the 2,500-acre refinery was on fire .
The emergency services received hundreds of calls about an ominous orange glow that could be seen in the skies above Southampton and the New Forest .

New Forest District Council has approved an application to install a new stack at the huge petro-chemical complex after acknowledging the environmental benefits of the scheme.
Fawley's four flack stacks enable the site to burn off excess gas and have been dubbed the refinery's safety valve.
Proposals to upgrade part of the system were submitted by Esso earlier this year.
The planning application said: "The proposed installation of the replacement Flare 4 is part of the refinery's ongoing commitment to safety and environment.
"The flare to be replaced is no longer viable for repair. The proposed replacement will be located on the same block and will be of similar design."
A report to district councillors added: "The existing flare dates back to the 1960s. Its proposed replacement represents the opportunity to introduce improved technology that would reduce the amount of smoke emissions."
The new flare, like its predecessor, will be located in an area known as Block 19.
The report said: "The replacement would be visible from the surrounding area, as indeed is the existing. It would be viewed as part of a group of other tall structures within the refinery complex, appearing satisfactory in its context.
"No objections have been received and Fawley Parish Council has recommended that permission be granted."
A statement on the refinery's website says: "The flare is a normal and vital part of keeping the plant running safely during unplanned operational interruptions or scheduled maintenance.
"During normal operations crude oil is refined to produce a variety of products.
"During an interruption, such as an unplanned loss of power, the system is occasionally unable to continue its processing and excess hydrocarbons are routed through the flare system.
"There the vapours are combined with steam and burned off, ensuring maximum combustion of hydrocarbons while minimising emissions into the air."
But the use of the refinery's flaring system, especially at night, can cause widespread alarm among people living on both sides of Southampton Water.
In 2013 Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service was contacted by people who feared the 2,500-acre refinery was on fire.
A similar incident occurred four months ago.
The emergency services received hundreds of calls about an ominous orange glow that could be seen in the skies above Southampton and the New Forest.


thedailyecho--2020-12-22--Royal Mail and Parcelforce make major changes to Christmas schedule

Royal Mail and Parcelforce have suspended all postal services to Europe , effective immediately .
Services to mainland Europe , excluding the Republic of Ireland , have been suspended by Royal Mail in light of concern over the new coronavirus variant in the UK , VUI-202012/01 .
Parcelforce have followed suit , and also excluded services to Turkey and Canada .
With just a few days to go until Christmas , both mail groups have been experiencing their busiest time of year .
But with France and other European countries closing their borders to the UK in a bid to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , bosses say significant disruption should be expected .
A Royal Mail spokesman said : “ This is a fast-moving situation and we are monitoring things on an hourly basis .
`` We are working to keep as many international mail services running as possible given the current restrictions around air , road , ferry and train movements from the UK .
Royal Mail has temporarily suspended all mail services to Europe , with the exception of the Republic of Ireland .
`` We are keeping the situation under close review .
Customers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” A Parcelforce Worldwide spokesperson said : “ Parcelforce Worldwide has temporarily suspended services to Europe , as well as Turkey and Canada due to the lack of available transport options .
`` We are keeping the situation under close review .
Customers should check our website for updates.
” A note on Royal Mail 's international service bulletin read : `` We know how important these deliveries are to our customers and we would like to thank you for your understanding as we ask for our customers to be as patient as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are all facing .
`` We 're working with our airline and postal/courier partners across the globe to maintain services , however delays should be expected .
Many countries have implemented special measure to combat the spread of Coronavirus COVID-19 , especially for signature service to maintain social distancing .
The number of countries we can access is changing daily . ''
Dover ’ s ferry terminal closed to “ all accompanied traffic leaving the UK ” on Sunday evening after France moved to shut its border for 48 hours .
Royal Mail @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can not cross by sea or through the Eurotunnel and the Port of Dover has closed to outbound traffic .
There are many other countries taking similar measures , so we expect significant disruptions to our international services .
`` All Mainland European exports and imports are impacted , and , Canada and Turkey have cancelled flights to and from the UK and we expect other countries to follow .
`` It 's unclear how long these disruptions will remain in place , we 'll update this site as soon as we have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ urgently seeking alternative access points pending the opening of borders . ''
While services to Europe have been suspended , Royal Mail have also made major changes to its planned Christmas schedule .
The group have suspended their delivery guarantee , which would have previously ensured post would be delivered before Christmas if they were posted on December 23 .
Their service bulletin states : `` We have made the difficult decision to make the following changes to our timed guarantees for our Special Delivery by 9am and 1pm services : '' For @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Delivery Guaranteed by 1.00pm items posted on Wednesday 23rd December we are suspending our delivery guarantee .
`` While we can not currently provide a guarantee that items posted on Wednesday 23rd December will arrive prior to Christmas due to the impact of the new coronavirus restrictions , we can assure you that we will be endeavouring to deliver all items as quickly as possible .
We know how important this is .
`` Special Delivery Guaranteed by 9.00am and Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1.00pm items posted up to and including Tuesday 22nd @ @ @ @ @

Services to mainland Europe, excluding the Republic of Ireland, have been suspended by Royal Mail in light of concern over the new coronavirus variant in the UK, VUI-202012/01.
Parcelforce have followed suit, and also excluded services to Turkey and Canada.
With just a few days to go until Christmas, both mail groups have been experiencing their busiest time of year.
But with France and other European countries closing their borders to the UK in a bid to prevent the spread of the new variant, bosses say significant disruption should be expected.
A Royal Mail spokesman said: “This is a fast-moving situation and we are monitoring things on an hourly basis.
"We are working to keep as many international mail services running as possible given the current restrictions around air, road, ferry and train movements from the UK. Royal Mail has temporarily suspended all mail services to Europe, with the exception of the Republic of Ireland.
"We are keeping the situation under close review. Customers should check our website for regular updates.”
A Parcelforce Worldwide spokesperson said: “Parcelforce Worldwide has temporarily suspended services to Europe, as well as Turkey and Canada due to the lack of available transport options.
"We are keeping the situation under close review. Customers should check our website for updates.”
A note on Royal Mail's international service bulletin read: "We know how important these deliveries are to our customers and we would like to thank you for your understanding as we ask for our customers to be as patient as possible during these completely unprecedented times we are all facing.
"We're working with our airline and postal/courier partners across the globe to maintain services, however delays should be expected. Many countries have implemented special measure to combat the spread of Coronavirus COVID-19, especially for signature service to maintain social distancing. The number of countries we can access is changing daily."
Dover’s ferry terminal closed to “all accompanied traffic leaving the UK” on Sunday evening after France moved to shut its border for 48 hours.
Royal Mail's statement added: "Freight lorries cannot cross by sea or through the Eurotunnel and the Port of Dover has closed to outbound traffic. There are many other countries taking similar measures, so we expect significant disruptions to our international services.
"All Mainland European exports and imports are impacted, and, Canada and Turkey have cancelled flights to and from the UK and we expect other countries to follow.
"It's unclear how long these disruptions will remain in place, we'll update this site as soon as we have more information to share. We're urgently seeking alternative access points pending the opening of borders."
While services to Europe have been suspended, Royal Mail have also made major changes to its planned Christmas schedule.
The group have suspended their delivery guarantee, which would have previously ensured post would be delivered before Christmas if they were posted on December 23.
Their service bulletin states: "We have made the difficult decision to make the following changes to our timed guarantees for our Special Delivery by 9am and 1pm services:
"For Special Delivery Guaranteed by 9.00am and Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1.00pm items posted on Wednesday 23rd December we are suspending our delivery guarantee.
"While we cannot currently provide a guarantee that items posted on Wednesday 23rd December will arrive prior to Christmas due to the impact of the new coronavirus restrictions, we can assure you that we will be endeavouring to deliver all items as quickly as possible. We know how important this is.
"Special Delivery Guaranteed by 9.00am and Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1.00pm items posted up to and including Tuesday 22nd December remain unchanged."


thedailyecho--2020-12-22--Where was this picture of Christmas shoppers taken?

Can you guess where this picture was taken ?
The image , captured in the 1980s shows a view that @ @ @ @ @ some .
So where was it taken exactly ?
It 's in Southampton 's former @ @ @ @ @ Well done if you guessed correctly .

The image, captured in the 1980s shows a view that will be instantly familiar to some.
So where was it taken exactly?
It's in Southampton's former East Street shopping centre! Well done if you guessed correctly.