thedailyecho--2020-09-21--Former RAF rear gunner raises funds for veterans' charity

A 94-year-old RAF veteran has completed a 12km bike ride to raise funds for a campaign to provide a token of appreciation to service personnel from the Second World War .
Bernard “ Bunny ” Ennis , a former rear gunner , took part in the challenge on his exercise bike for the Forgot You Not campaign by The Not Forgotten charity to find and thank the country ’ s veterans .
A spokeswoman for the cause said : “ The charity intends to send a Forgot You Not gift box to 5,000 veterans to thank them for their service @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their service remains valued and let them know they are not forgotten.
” The box will feature specially produced commemorative items including edible treats and gifts to entertain and amuse , including a memento featuring their forces sweetheart .
Mr Ennis , from near Beaulieu in the New Forest , Hampshire , who raised £3,600 , said : “ 2020 has been difficult for many , especially those shielding from Covid-19 , and I wanted to help provide some support where I could .
“ The Not Forgotten have done so much for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to help raise funds and awareness is a dream come true .
“ I will continue to raise more money for as long as I can in memory of all the lost servicemen and personnel , including two of my brothers.
” Brigadier James Stopford , the charity ’ s chief executive , said : “ While a sense of normality is returning for many , the harsh realities of the pandemic still exist for our veterans , who missed out on their 75th VE and VJ Day commemorations due to Covid-19 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ of cheer and to thank them for all they gave and it is also an appropriate way to acknowledge 100 years of support by The Not Forgotten to those who have suffered and served their nation.
” Any veteran of the Royal Navy , Army , Royal Air Force and Merchant Navy who served during the war and lives in the UK is eligible to receive a gift box .
Details can be submitted online at thenotforgotten.org/how-we-help/forgot-you-not/ or sent to info @ thenotforgotten.org .

Bernard “Bunny” Ennis, a former rear gunner, took part in the challenge on his exercise bike for the Forgot You Not campaign by The Not Forgotten charity to find and thank the country’s veterans.
A spokeswoman for the cause said: “The charity intends to send a Forgot You Not gift box to 5,000 veterans to thank them for their service, lift lockdown spirits, remind them their service remains valued and let them know they are not forgotten.”
The box will feature specially produced commemorative items including edible treats and gifts to entertain and amuse, including a memento featuring their forces sweetheart.
Mr Ennis, from near Beaulieu in the New Forest, Hampshire, who raised £3,600, said: “2020 has been difficult for many, especially those shielding from Covid-19, and I wanted to help provide some support where I could.
“The Not Forgotten have done so much for me, and for others, so to help raise funds and awareness is a dream come true.
“I will continue to raise more money for as long as I can in memory of all the lost servicemen and personnel, including two of my brothers.”
Brigadier James Stopford, the charity’s chief executive, said: “While a sense of normality is returning for many, the harsh realities of the pandemic still exist for our veterans, who missed out on their 75th VE and VJ Day commemorations due to Covid-19.
“We want to bring a bit of cheer and to thank them for all they gave and it is also an appropriate way to acknowledge 100 years of support by The Not Forgotten to those who have suffered and served their nation.”
Any veteran of the Royal Navy, Army, Royal Air Force and Merchant Navy who served during the war and lives in the UK is eligible to receive a gift box.
Details can be submitted online at thenotforgotten.org/how-we-help/forgot-you-not/ or sent to info@thenotforgotten.org.


thedailyecho--2020-09-21--Hampshire wildlife pictures by Daily Echo Camera Club

FOR years now the Daily Echo Camera Club has never ceased to amaze us with wonderful photographs of animals .
@ @ @ @ @ or so camera club members certainly have n't let us down .
As summer draws @ @ @ @ @ been out and about capturing some fantastic photographs of wildlife across Hampshire .
Great stags @ @ @ @ @ pigs , tawny owls and even a lizard have all come into focus for some @ @ @ @ @ members .
Pictures submitted are regularly published in the Daily Echo and in galleries on @ @ @ @ @ on virtually any topic or theme , and joining the group is easy and free @

And over the last week or so camera club members certainly haven't let us down.
As summer draws to a close they have been out and about capturing some fantastic photographs of wildlife across Hampshire.
Great stags, donkeys, sparrowhawks, pigs, tawny owls and even a lizard have all come into focus for some of the club's 4,300 members.
Pictures submitted are regularly published in the Daily Echo and in galleries on dailyecho.co.uk.
We welcome submissions on virtually any topic or theme, and joining the group is easy and free.
To get involved visit facebook.com/groups/decameraclub.


thedailyecho--2020-09-21--Health Minister Nadine Dorries praises Southampton hospital

HEALTH minister Nadine Dorries has praised a campaign that aims to protect Southampton hospitals from a second wave of Covid-19 .
The minister paid a virtual visit to the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust ( UHS ) to learn more about its COVID ZERO campaign .
The trust 's message to the local community and its 11,500 staff is “ walk , wear , wash ” .
Health experts say people should follow government guidelines by walking apart - and wear a face mask whenever they are unable to do so .
They should also wash their hands as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ campaign aims to speed up the return of hospital services while keeping staff and patients safe from the threat of coronavirus .
It was launched in July amid fears that hospitals would be overwhelmed by a second phase of coronavirus .
The minister heard from a range of staff including chief medical officer Derek Sandeman and chief nursing officer Gail Byrne who spearheaded the campaign across the Trust and wider community .
Colleagues from infection control , patient safety and intensive care teams were also on the call to hear the minister praise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ patients and staff at the heart of safety culture .
She described how planning for a second wave at UHS would be greatly helped by having the ambition of being without any transmission of Covid within the hospital , adding : “ If you don ’ t have that objective of COVID ZERO how would you reach it ?
You can reach it by having the right strategy and objective to reach that goal .
“ What you are doing is an example of best practice and we need to be looking at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Laszlo Penzes also joined the virtual visit to talk the minister through his own treatment and recovery from COVID-19 and how he has now become an ambassador for the campaign .
He said : “ I am a passionate believer in this campaign because it has a purpose to what it is asking people to do , there is a real outcome here .
`` If people understand the importance and purpose of the walk , wash , wear measures they will contribute to shortening the length and reduce the consequences of this @ @ @

The minister paid a virtual visit to the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) to learn more about its COVID ZERO campaign.
The trust's message to the local community and its 11,500 staff is “walk, wear, wash”.
Health experts say people should follow government guidelines by walking apart - and wear a face mask whenever they are unable to do so. They should also wash their hands as often as possible.
The Daily Echo-backed campaign aims to speed up the return of hospital services while keeping staff and patients safe from the threat of coronavirus.
It was launched in July amid fears that hospitals would be overwhelmed by a second phase of coronavirus.
The minister heard from a range of staff including chief medical officer Derek Sandeman and chief nursing officer Gail Byrne who spearheaded the campaign across the Trust and wider community.
Colleagues from infection control, patient safety and intensive care teams were also on the call to hear the minister praise the campaign for how it was putting patients and staff at the heart of safety culture.
She described how planning for a second wave at UHS would be greatly helped by having the ambition of being without any transmission of Covid within the hospital, adding: “If you don’t have that objective of COVID ZERO how would you reach it? You can reach it by having the right strategy and objective to reach that goal.
“What you are doing is an example of best practice and we need to be looking at how we harness this.”
Emergency nurse Laszlo Penzes also joined the virtual visit to talk the minister through his own treatment and recovery from COVID-19 and how he has now become an ambassador for the campaign.
He said: “I am a passionate believer in this campaign because it has a purpose to what it is asking people to do, there is a real outcome here.
"If people understand the importance and purpose of the walk, wash, wear measures they will contribute to shortening the length and reduce the consequences of this pandemic.”
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thedailyecho--2020-09-21--Black Friday 2020: When to expect discounts at Amazon, Argos, Next and The Entertainer

Black Friday 2020 is expected to take place earlier this year - with speculation mounting as to when Amazon , Argos , Halfords , Superdrug and The Entertainer will launch discounts .
With shops forced to close for several months this year due to the coronavirus pandemic , many people will have curbed their spending habits during lockdown .
But , while lockdown may have inspired people to start saving , the major shopping event of Black Friday is fast approaching - and it ’ s a great opportunity to snap up some bargains .
Black Friday is one of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ calendar which sees stores launch huge sales to encourage customer spending .
The day typically marks the start of the Christmas shopping season , giving shoppers the chance to bag some cheap deals on an array of items ahead of the big day .
Black Friday originally began in the US , but has since become an annual event here in the UK and several other countries .
To make the most out of the event , many shops open to customers as early as 6am and deals start to be made available @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Black Friday will take place on Friday , November 27 .
However , many retailers often start their discounts ahead of time , up to two weeks early in some cases .
This year , some retailers are expected to launch their sales even earlier than usual - possibly up to one month before the day - after suffering a difficult year of trading amid the ongoing pandemic .
Amazon is reportedly starting its discount spree as early as October 26 , according to Techradar , which could prompt fellow retailers to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s early Black Friday sales dates have yet to be officially confirmed .
Deals website Money Saver Online has rounded up some estimated dates for when sales are expected to start at various major retailers this year .
While dates are yet to officially be confirmed , this is when shoppers can expect discounts to launch at the following retailers : Black Friday deals are expected to start on Amazon from October 26 , with deals open to all customers , not just Prime subscribers .
Last year , discounts launched on November @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of sectors including tech , beauty and homeware .
One of the top deals included a Shark hoover , reduced from £149.99 to £119.99 .
Sales are expected to start on November 23 , just four days ahead of Black Friday , but this is yet to be confirmed .
Last year ’ s sale included price cuts to a range of major brands , including Apple and Dyson , with various tech products reduced by as much as £100 .
Shoppers can reportedly expect sales to begin from November 11 , with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ TV , audio , computer , phones , gaming and appliances .
Reports suggest that the beauty retailer will launch its sales on either November 11 or 14 .
In 2019 , Superdrug ’ s Health and Beautycard members were given exclusive access to certain deals , including a BaByliss curling wand for just £19.49 down from £27.99 , but it has not yet been announced if that will be the case this year .
Halfords ’ Black Friday deals will start on November 17 this year , with discounts expected on in-car @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and scooters .
In 2019 , shoppers could bag discounts of up to 20 per cent , including price cuts on a Mini Cooper convertible ride-on car , reduced from £99 to £55 .
Popular among parents in the run-up to Christmas , sales at the toy store are expected to begin on November 20 , although this is still to be confirmed .
In last year ’ s Black Friday sales , the store offered discounts of up to 80 per cent .
Sales at Next are expected to start on Black @ @ @ @ @ @ @ although an earlier date could be announced closer to the time .
In previous years , eager shoppers have queued outside the store from 6am to bag the best deals , with last year ’ s event seeing cuts of up to 70 per cent on clothes .

With shops forced to close for several months this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, many people will have curbed their spending habits during lockdown.
But, while lockdown may have inspired people to start saving, the major shopping event of Black Friday is fast approaching - and it’s a great opportunity to snap up some bargains.
What is Black Friday?
Black Friday is one of the most hectic days in the retail calendar which sees stores launch huge sales to encourage customer spending.
The day typically marks the start of the Christmas shopping season, giving shoppers the chance to bag some cheap deals on an array of items ahead of the big day.
Black Friday originally began in the US, but has since become an annual event here in the UK and several other countries.
To make the most out of the event, many shops open to customers as early as 6am and deals start to be made available online from midnight onwards.
When is Black Friday 2020?
This year, Black Friday will take place on Friday, November 27. However, many retailers often start their discounts ahead of time, up to two weeks early in some cases.
This year, some retailers are expected to launch their sales even earlier than usual - possibly up to one month before the day - after suffering a difficult year of trading amid the ongoing pandemic.
Amazon is reportedly starting its discount spree as early as October 26, according to Techradar, which could prompt fellow retailers to follow suit. However, Amazon’s early Black Friday sales dates have yet to be officially confirmed.
What deals can I expect?
Deals website Money Saver Online has rounded up some estimated dates for when sales are expected to start at various major retailers this year.
While dates are yet to officially be confirmed, this is when shoppers can expect discounts to launch at the following retailers:
Amazon
Black Friday deals are expected to start on Amazon from October 26, with deals open to all customers, not just Prime subscribers.
Last year, discounts launched on November 23 and included items across a variety of sectors including tech, beauty and homeware. One of the top deals included a Shark hoover, reduced from £149.99 to £119.99.
Argos
Sales are expected to start on November 23, just four days ahead of Black Friday, but this is yet to be confirmed.
Last year’s sale included price cuts to a range of major brands, including Apple and Dyson, with various tech products reduced by as much as £100.
Currys PC World
Shoppers can reportedly expect sales to begin from November 11, with discounts likely to be made on various TV, audio, computer, phones, gaming and appliances.
Superdrug
Reports suggest that the beauty retailer will launch its sales on either November 11 or 14.
In 2019, Superdrug’s Health and Beautycard members were given exclusive access to certain deals, including a BaByliss curling wand for just £19.49 down from £27.99, but it has not yet been announced if that will be the case this year.
Halfords
Halfords’ Black Friday deals will start on November 17 this year, with discounts expected on in-car technology, tools, car cleaning products and scooters.
In 2019, shoppers could bag discounts of up to 20 per cent, including price cuts on a Mini Cooper convertible ride-on car, reduced from £99 to £55.
The Entertainer
Popular among parents in the run-up to Christmas, sales at the toy store are expected to begin on November 20, although this is still to be confirmed.
In last year’s Black Friday sales, the store offered discounts of up to 80 per cent.
Next
Sales at Next are expected to start on Black Friday itself, on November 27, although an earlier date could be announced closer to the time.
In previous years, eager shoppers have queued outside the store from 6am to bag the best deals, with last year’s event seeing cuts of up to 70 per cent on clothes.


thedailyecho--2020-09-21--New Forest National Park Authority rejects workshop bid

PLANNING chiefs have rejected proposals for a building that would have been used to restore veteran cars .
The Lymington-based @ @ @ @ @ ( NPA ) has refused to support an application relating to Roys Copse at Dibden @ @ @ @ @ replace two existing buildings with a garage and workshop .
A report to NPA members @ @ @ @ @ the proposed development would accommodate the applicant 's hobby of restoring veteran cars .
Referring @ @ @ @ @ 's planning policies it added : `` One of the main objectives of the policy @ @ @ @ @ where appropriately sited , would support home working in the interests of reducing the need @ @ @ @ @ the case of this proposal the site does not lie within the curtilage of a @ @ @ @ @ is no established residential use of the land and the outbuilding would not serve any @ @ @ @ @ Copse .
`` The applicant does not reside within Roys Copse and would evidently need @ @ @ @ @ the site . ''

The Lymington-based New Forest National Park Authority (NPA) has refused to support an application relating to Roys Copse at Dibden.
Permission was sought to replace two existing buildings with a garage and workshop.
A report to NPA members said the application stated that the proposed development would accommodate the applicant's hobby of restoring veteran cars.
Referring to one of the authority's planning policies it added: "One of the main objectives of the policy is to ensure outbuildings, where appropriately sited, would support home working in the interests of reducing the need to travel.
"In the case of this proposal the site does not lie within the curtilage of a dwelling.
"Furthermore there is no established residential use of the land and the outbuilding would not serve any of the dwellings in Roys Copse.
"The applicant does not reside within Roys Copse and would evidently need to travel to and from the site."


thedailyecho--2020-09-21--Police find body in hunt for missing Hampshire man

Officers launched an appeal to find Alexander Hayter who had gone missing from his home .
They appealed for help @ @ @ @ @ family grew `` extremely worried about his welfare '' .
The 21-year-old had not been @ @ @ @ @ address in Manor Close , Abbotts Ann around 3pm on Friday .
But today Hampshire @ @ @ @ @ found a body .
A statement said : `` Officers searching for missing Alexander Hayter @ @ @ @ @ found a body .
`` Formal identification has not yet taken place , but his @ @ @ @ @ are being supported by officers .
`` The death is not being treated as suspicious @ @ @ @ @ prepared for the coroner . ''

Officers launched an appeal to find Alexander Hayter who had gone missing from his home.
They appealed for help in finding him as his family grew "extremely worried about his welfare".
The 21-year-old had not been seen since leaving his home address in Manor Close, Abbotts Ann around 3pm on Friday.
But today Hampshire Police confirmed that they had found a body.
A statement said: "Officers searching for missing Alexander Hayter from Abbotts Ann have today found a body.
"Formal identification has not yet taken place, but his family have been informed and are being supported by officers.
"The death is not being treated as suspicious and a file shall be prepared for the coroner."


thedailyecho--2020-09-21--Southampton University rises five places in national guide

The University of Southampton has risen five places in a national University guide .
The university is now joint 15th @ @ @ @ @ The Sunday Time Good University Guide 2021 .
In the Guide ’ s subject rankings @ @ @ @ @ one for Physiotherapy for the second successive year , placing a further 14 subjects in @ @ @ @ @ .
Southampton President and Vice-Chancellor , Professor Mark E Smith , said : “ I @ @ @ @ @ rise to 15th in the Good University Guide .
`` For the second time this @ @ @ @ @ strongest rise in performance for those already in the top 20 .
`` I would @ @ @ @ @ all of the hard work , dedication and excellence in our research , enterprise and @ @ @ @ @ which this result reflects .
`` It is a great piece of news as we @ @ @ @ @ ” The Good University Guide is compiled using indicators focused on student satisfaction with items @ @ @ @ @ wider student experience .

The university is now joint 15th overall in The Times and The Sunday Time Good University Guide 2021.
In the Guide’s subject rankings, the University is number one for Physiotherapy for the second successive year, placing a further 14 subjects in the top 10 as well.
Southampton President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Mark E Smith, said: “I am pleased to see our rise to 15th in the Good University Guide.
"For the second time this year we have shown the strongest rise in performance for those already in the top 20.
"I would like to thank colleagues for all of the hard work, dedication and excellence in our research, enterprise and education endeavours across the University which this result reflects.
"It is a great piece of news as we approach the new academic year.”
The Good University Guide is compiled using indicators focused on student satisfaction with items including teaching quality and the wider student experience.


thedailyecho--2020-09-21--Bishop's Waltham woman banned for not helping police

A WOMAN has been disqualified from driving for failing to cooperate with the police .
Davinia Clare Biffen , 41 @ @ @ @ @ Bishop 's Waltham , was convicted of not telling the police the identity of a @ @ @ @ @ a traffic offence in a 54-reg Mercedes on December 1 2019 .
Magistrates in Basingstoke @ @ @ @ @ £66 victim surcharge and £85 costs .
She was banned from driving for six months @ @ @ @ @ was obligatory because of repeat offending .

Davinia Clare Biffen, 41, of Priory Close, Bishop's Waltham, was convicted of not telling the police the identity of a driver believed to have committed a traffic offence in a 54-reg Mercedes on December 1 2019.
Magistrates in Basingstoke fined Biffen £660 with a £66 victim surcharge and £85 costs.
She was banned from driving for six months with magistrates saying the ban was obligatory because of repeat offending.


thedailyecho--2020-09-21--Strictly Come Dancing star rehearses in The Point Eastleigh

One of the biggest personalities in British television is currently inhabiting the stage of The Point , Eastleigh .
Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood is currently using the building whilst he rehearses for his debut solo tour , All Balls and Glitter which is starting in February .
The Point , Eastleigh is owned and managed by Eastleigh Borough Council and is well known for supporting , developing , and presenting new work from developing artists .
Craig said : `` I am so happy to be here !
`` It ’ s great to be back at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ say , after months of lockdown , and what better place than The Point Eastleigh .
`` It ’ s so cool just to have a Proscenium arch and some seating , albeit empty .
`` It still brings back wonderful memories of days gone by it seems .
`` It gives me something marvellous to look forward to . ''
The theatre space at The Point has been closed recently because of the ongoing pandemic and a preview show by Craig was due to take place but had to be cancelled .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ give the audiences hope that theatre will return to normal and life will return to normal .
`` I think it has been really very difficult for everybody concerned , not even just in the theatre but worldwide this is a massive problem for everybody . ''
Artistic Director of The Point Sacha Lee said : “ We are excited and delighted to have Craig and his team rehearsing in our space developing his new show .
It ’ s great to get our building open again and even better that Craig is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ audiences will be able to see Craig in action as his 22-date tour will be going to the Kings Theatre in Portsmouth on 5 March 2021 .

Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood is currently using the building whilst he rehearses for his debut solo tour, All Balls and Glitter which is starting in February.
The Point, Eastleigh is owned and managed by Eastleigh Borough Council and is well known for supporting, developing, and presenting new work from developing artists.
Craig said: "I am so happy to be here!
"It’s great to be back at work, I’ve got to say, after months of lockdown, and what better place than The Point Eastleigh.
"It’s so cool just to have a Proscenium arch and some seating, albeit empty.
"It still brings back wonderful memories of days gone by it seems.
"It gives me something marvellous to look forward to."
The theatre space at The Point has been closed recently because of the ongoing pandemic and a preview show by Craig was due to take place but had to be cancelled.
Craig added: "We need to give the audiences hope that theatre will return to normal and life will return to normal.
"I think it has been really very difficult for everybody concerned, not even just in the theatre but worldwide this is a massive problem for everybody."
Artistic Director of The Point Sacha Lee said: “We are excited and delighted to have Craig and his team rehearsing in our space developing his new show. It’s great to get our building open again and even better that Craig is our first resident artist!”
Hampshire audiences will be able to see Craig in action as his 22-date tour will be going to the Kings Theatre in Portsmouth on 5 March 2021.


thedailyecho--2020-09-21--LETTER - Landlords call to lift repossession ban

AFTER a six month ban on repossessions it is important that landlords can start to take action to tackle the @ @ @ @ @ includes those where tenants are committing anti-social behaviour or domestic violence and situations where rent @ @ @ @ @ and have nothing to do with COVID-19 .
The framework put in place by the @ @ @ @ @ strikes the right balance between the needs of landlords in such situations and those of @ @ @ @ @ .
We continue to encourage landlords to work with their tenants to sustain tenancies wherever @ @ @ @ @ the guidance we have prepared .
To support this the Government should follow the example @ @ @ @ @ develop a stronger financial package to help tenants to pay off rent arrears built since @ @ @ @ @ also need to address the crisis faced by those landlords who have rented their homes @ @ @ @ @ The six months ’ notice required in such circumstances freezes them out of accessing their @ @ @ @ @ them homeless .
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This includes those where tenants are committing anti-social behaviour or domestic violence and situations where rent arrears were building before lockdown and have nothing to do with COVID-19.
The framework put in place by the judiciary and the Government largely strikes the right balance between the needs of landlords in such situations and those of tenants affected by the pandemic.
We continue to encourage landlords to work with their tenants to sustain tenancies wherever possible, making use of the guidance we have prepared.
To support this the Government should follow the example of Scotland and Wales and develop a stronger financial package to help tenants to pay off rent arrears built since the lockdown started.
Ministers also need to address the crisis faced by those landlords who have rented their homes out whilst working elsewhere.
The six months’ notice required in such circumstances freezes them out of accessing their own homes, effectively making them homeless.”
Ben Beadle
Chief Executive of the National Residential Landlords Association


thedailyecho--2020-09-21--ROSPA award for Southampton-based Trant Engineering

A contractor working in high-risk environments has been presented with an internationally recognised safety award for the 32nd consecutive year .
Trant Engineering has won the Construction Engineering Industry Sector award in the 2020 occupational health and safety awards by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents .
The firm is the only other company in the UK , along with ExxonMobil , to have achieved that record number of accolades for demonstrating high health and safety standards .
In its 62nd year and headquartered near Southampton , Trant Engineering employs 1,000 people and is involved in complex infrastructure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ oil and gas , defence and process and water industries .
Gerry Somers , Managing Director UK , said : “ We relentlessly pursue and benchmark best practice in health and safety – in challenging , high-risk industries there can be no margin for error because the consequences could be life-changing or fatal .
“ The accolade is an achievement which is shared by all our staff across the UK and internationally .
“ We all take health and safety incredibly seriously , given what we do and where , and the company @ @ @ @ @ @ @ safety is a matter of pride to each one of us.
” Trant Engineering works at up to 30 operational sites at any one time in the UK , Singapore , Falkland Islands , Ascension Island and Channel Islands , including at oil refineries and power stations .
Clients include ExxonMobil , the Ministry of Defence , National Grid , Wessex Water and the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority .
Julia Small , RoSPA ’ s head of qualifications , awards and events , said : “ The RoSPA Awards scheme is the longest-running of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it receives entries from organisations around the world , making it one of the most sought-after global accolades in health and safety .
“ RoSPA wants every employee , wherever they are , to work safe in the knowledge that they will be going home unharmed and healthy at the end of every day .
“ The RoSPA Award winners are vital to help achieve this goal , as by entering they are driving up standards and setting new benchmarks for organisations everywhere .
Currently , around seven million people are directly impacted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scheme ’ s influence is even wider.
” Trant Engineering has also twice been named the best in Great Britain for looking after the safety of its staff ; the Sir George Earle Trophy is RoSPA ’ s top accolade .
Headline sponsor of the RoSPA Awards 2020 is NEBOSH – the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health .

Trant Engineering has won the Construction Engineering Industry Sector award in the 2020 occupational health and safety awards by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents.
The firm is the only other company in the UK, along with ExxonMobil, to have achieved that record number of accolades for demonstrating high health and safety standards.
In its 62nd year and headquartered near Southampton, Trant Engineering employs 1,000 people and is involved in complex infrastructure projects in the energy, nuclear, oil and gas, defence and process and water industries.
Gerry Somers, Managing Director UK, said: “We relentlessly pursue and benchmark best practice in health and safety – in challenging, high-risk industries there can be no margin for error because the consequences could be life-changing or fatal.
“The accolade is an achievement which is shared by all our staff across the UK and internationally.
“We all take health and safety incredibly seriously, given what we do and where, and the company’s unswerving commitment to health and safety is a matter of pride to each one of us.”
Trant Engineering works at up to 30 operational sites at any one time in the UK, Singapore, Falkland Islands, Ascension Island and Channel Islands, including at oil refineries and power stations.
Clients include ExxonMobil, the Ministry of Defence, National Grid, Wessex Water and the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority.
Julia Small, RoSPA’s head of qualifications, awards and events, said: “The RoSPA Awards scheme is the longest-running of its kind in the UK, but it receives entries from organisations around the world, making it one of the most sought-after global accolades in health and safety.
“RoSPA wants every employee, wherever they are, to work safe in the knowledge that they will be going home unharmed and healthy at the end of every day.
“The RoSPA Award winners are vital to help achieve this goal, as by entering they are driving up standards and setting new benchmarks for organisations everywhere. Currently, around seven million people are directly impacted by the RoSPA Awards, but the scheme’s influence is even wider.”
Trant Engineering has also twice been named the best in Great Britain for looking after the safety of its staff; the Sir George Earle Trophy is RoSPA’s top accolade.
Headline sponsor of the RoSPA Awards 2020 is NEBOSH – the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health.


thedailyecho--2020-09-21--Hampshire Cultural Trust awarded £28k to help children

A CHARITY has been awarded over £28,000 to support young people at risk of being drawn into violent crime as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic .
Hampshire Cultural Trust ( HCT ) was handed the grant of £28,250 from the Youth Endowment Fund which allowed them to create art boxes and deliver a series of creative , online workshops for at-risk young people from across the county over the summer .
Young people aged 10-14 years old - referred from HCT partners such as education centres - received the art boxes , which they used to join in artist-led @ @ @ @ @ @ @ access to regular , positive activities .
The Youth Endowment Fund is an independent charitable trust set up by the Home Office .
It funds , supports and evaluates projects in England and Wales that work to prevent children and young people from being drawn into violent crime .
HCT is one of 130 organisations across the country to share part of a £6.5m grant pot from the Youth Endowment Fund to help at-risk young people impacted by COVID-19 .
The creative workshops were developed by HCT in partnership with experienced , professional @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the aim of building the young people ’ s confidence , helping them to learn new skills and encouraging positive relationships with their peers .
Cat Cooke , senior cultural engagement coordinator at Hampshire Cultural Trust , said : “ We know that early intervention can play a really important part in supporting young people to make positive choices and reach their potential .
At a time when normal services have been limited due to social distancing , this opportunity to work with partners to reach vulnerable young people across the county and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ invaluable in helping us to make a difference.
” Jon Yates , executive director at Youth Endowment Fund , added : “ It has been too easy to forget vulnerable young people during this crisis .
The pandemic has removed much of the critical support that many of them rely upon – from teachers to youth workers .
This funding will help us find the best way to reach and support these young people when they most need it .
”

Hampshire Cultural Trust (HCT) was handed the grant of £28,250 from the Youth Endowment Fund which allowed them to create art boxes and deliver a series of creative, online workshops for at-risk young people from across the county over the summer.
Young people aged 10-14 years old - referred from HCT partners such as education centres - received the art boxes, which they used to join in artist-led workshops and courses online, giving them access to regular, positive activities.
The Youth Endowment Fund is an independent charitable trust set up by the Home Office. It funds, supports and evaluates projects in England and Wales that work to prevent children and young people from being drawn into violent crime.
HCT is one of 130 organisations across the country to share part of a £6.5m grant pot from the Youth Endowment Fund to help at-risk young people impacted by COVID-19.
The creative workshops were developed by HCT in partnership with experienced, professional, artists and existing partner organisations with the aim of building the young people’s confidence, helping them to learn new skills and encouraging positive relationships with their peers.
Cat Cooke, senior cultural engagement coordinator at Hampshire Cultural Trust, said: “We know that early intervention can play a really important part in supporting young people to make positive choices and reach their potential. At a time when normal services have been limited due to social distancing, this opportunity to work with partners to reach vulnerable young people across the county and offer high-quality, online creative courses was invaluable in helping us to make a difference.”
Jon Yates, executive director at Youth Endowment Fund, added: “It has been too easy to forget vulnerable young people during this crisis. The pandemic has removed much of the critical support that many of them rely upon – from teachers to youth workers. This funding will help us find the best way to reach and support these young people when they most need it.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--Body found in home on Peartree Avenue, Southampton

A MAN has been found dead in a home on a Southampton street .
Police and fire crews arrived at @ @ @ @ @ in Southampton at 12.29pm yesterday after a man in his 40s was found dead .
@ @ @ @ @ and Rescue Service to ventilate the property due to the presence of a substance that @ @ @ @ @ but is no longer a risk .
The man 's death is not being treated @ @ @ @ @ will be prepared for the coroner .
His next of kin have been informed .

Police and fire crews arrived at an address on Peartree Avenue in Southampton at 12.29pm yesterday after a man in his 40s was found dead.
Police worked with Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service to ventilate the property due to the presence of a substance that was hazardous at the time but is no longer a risk.
The man's death is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner.
His next of kin have been informed.


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--Boris Johnson announces new coronavirus restrictions

PRIME MINISTER Johnson has announced a range of new measures to combat the rapid rise in coronavirus cases in the UK .
Mr Johnson admitted the restrictions could be in place for six months .
He said : `` I fervently want to avoid taking this step , as do the devolved administrations but we will only be able to avoid it if our new measures work and our behaviour changes .
“ We will spare no effort in developing vaccines , treatments , new forms of mass-testing but unless we palpably make progress we should assume that the restrictions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ place for perhaps six months . ''
• Boris Johnson confirms new coronavirus rules : Here 's how they affect you • 'Work from home if you can ' : Boris Johnson makes u-turn on workplace guidance Here are the key points , which will come into force in England in the next week , from the Prime Minister ’ s statement to the House of Commons .
– Office workers who can work from home should do so .
– Pubs , bars and restaurants in England will be ordered to close @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hospitality sector will be restricted to table service only .
– Face coverings must be worn in taxis and private hire vehicles , and by retail staff while at work .
– Customers in indoor hospitality will also have to wear face coverings – except while seated at a table to eat or drink .
– The exemptions to the rule of six will be reduced , banning indoor team sport – such as indoor five-a-side football matches .
– The planned return of spectators to sports venues will now not go ahead @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and receptions will be capped at 15 people from Monday .

Mr Johnson admitted the restrictions could be in place for six months.
He said: "I fervently want to avoid taking this step, as do the devolved administrations but we will only be able to avoid it if our new measures work and our behaviour changes.
“We will spare no effort in developing vaccines, treatments, new forms of mass-testing but unless we palpably make progress we should assume that the restrictions that I have announced will remain in place for perhaps six months."
Here are the key points, which will come into force in England in the next week, from the Prime Minister’s statement to the House of Commons.
– Office workers who can work from home should do so.
– Pubs, bars and restaurants in England will be ordered to close by 10pm each night.
– The hospitality sector will be restricted to table service only.
– Face coverings must be worn in taxis and private hire vehicles, and by retail staff while at work.
– Customers in indoor hospitality will also have to wear face coverings – except while seated at a table to eat or drink.
– The exemptions to the rule of six will be reduced, banning indoor team sport – such as indoor five-a-side football matches.
– The planned return of spectators to sports venues will now not go ahead from October 1.
– Wedding ceremonies and receptions will be capped at 15 people from Monday.


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--Student tests positive for coronavirus at Cantell School

STUDENTS have been sent home from school after a child tested positive for coronavirus at a Southampton school .
In a statement made on their Facebook page yesterday , Cantell School 's headteacher , Harry Kutty , announced that a Year-8 student has tested positive for coronavirus .
The test results for the student came through yesterday , and the student and their family have been self-isolating since the symptoms started on September 11 .
A class of students were sent home yesterday and have been advised to self-isolate for the rest of the week .
Mr Kutty said in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I write to inform you that this afternoon I was notified that a student in Year 8 had tested positive for Covid-19 .
The test result came through today .
The student and their family have been self-isolating since September 11th when symptoms first began and did everything they should and could to protect themselves and others .
`` Following advice from Public Health England , a class of students have been sent home this afternoon and will be self- isolating for the rest of the week .
Other household members and siblings @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the students sent home start to develop symptoms this week .
We have contacted all parents concerned by phone and written separately to them .
• Second student tests positive for coronavirus at Hampshire school '' We have also been open and transparent with the students concerned , explaining to them what was happening and offering them opportunities to ask questions .
I am pleased to report they responded with great maturity beyond their years .
`` I appreciate the positive case will be worrying , however , because of the time-frames concerned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I remain confident that we are able to , to the best of our ability , minimise and mitigate risk for our community .
`` These remain challenging and unprecedented times , however , please rest assured the safety of our community - students , staff and parents remains my primary concern . ''

In a statement made on their Facebook page yesterday, Cantell School's headteacher, Harry Kutty, announced that a Year-8 student has tested positive for coronavirus.
The test results for the student came through yesterday, and the student and their family have been self-isolating since the symptoms started on September 11.
A class of students were sent home yesterday and have been advised to self-isolate for the rest of the week.
Student at Romsey School tests positive for Coronavirus
Mr Kutty said in a letter home to parents: "I write to inform you that this afternoon I was notified that a student in Year 8 had tested positive for Covid-19. The test result came through today. The student and their family have been self-isolating since September 11th when symptoms first began and did everything they should and could to protect themselves and others.
"Following advice from Public Health England, a class of students have been sent home this afternoon and will be self- isolating for the rest of the week. Other household members and siblings do not need to self isolate unless the students sent home start to develop symptoms this week. We have contacted all parents concerned by phone and written separately to them.
"We have also been open and transparent with the students concerned, explaining to them what was happening and offering them opportunities to ask questions. I am pleased to report they responded with great maturity beyond their years.
"I appreciate the positive case will be worrying, however, because of the time-frames concerned and our protection measures in place, I remain confident that we are able to, to the best of our ability, minimise and mitigate risk for our community.
"These remain challenging and unprecedented times, however, please rest assured the safety of our community - students, staff and parents remains my primary concern."


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--Romsey School in Hampshire confirms second case of coronavirus

A HAMPSHIRE school has confirmed that another student has tested positive for coronavirus .
The Year 11 pupil at The Romsey School has not been on the site since Friday September 11 .
The school has said that this is `` completely unrelated '' to an earlier coronavirus case involving a Year 7 student last week .
Parents of children that have been in close contact with the pupil will be contacted individually .
They will have to isolate for 14 days .
Executive leader , Jonathan de Sausmarez , and Headteacher , Annie Eagle , wrote in a letter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ advised by Public Health England that there has been a second confirmed case of COVID-19 within the school .
`` We know that you may find this concerning but are continuing to monitor the situation and are working closely with Public Health England .
`` The small number of children who have been in direct prolonged contact with the confirmed case will have received an individual letter and will be staying at home for 14 days .
`` The school remains open and your child should continue to attend if they remain well @ @

The Year 11 pupil at The Romsey School has not been on the site since Friday September 11.
The school has said that this is "completely unrelated" to an earlier coronavirus case involving a Year 7 student last week.
Parents of children that have been in close contact with the pupil will be contacted individually. They will have to isolate for 14 days.
Executive leader, Jonathan de Sausmarez, and Headteacher, Annie Eagle, wrote in a letter to parents: "We have been advised by Public Health England that there has been a second confirmed case of COVID-19 within the school.
"We know that you may find this concerning but are continuing to monitor the situation and are working closely with Public Health England.
"The small number of children who have been in direct prolonged contact with the confirmed case will have received an individual letter and will be staying at home for 14 days.
"The school remains open and your child should continue to attend if they remain well."


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--JCB Digger destroyed in early morning blaze in Southampton

A JCB digger has been destroyed in an early morning blaze .
Firefighters raced to Dumbleton 's Copse near to @ @ @ @ @ today .
• Three cars damaged in 'severe fire ' in Southampton A JCB was @ @ @ @ @ damaged by fire '' with a crew from Hightown Fire Station attending the incident .
@ @ @ @ @ with the stop message coming in shortly after 6am .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire @ @ @ @ @ `` One crew from Hightown was mobilised at 5.29am this morning to Copse View .
@ @ @ @ @ digger on fire in woodlands .
`` The vehicle was 50 % [ damaged ] @ @ @ @ @ a hose reel .
`` Police were also in attendance and the stop message came @ @ @ @ @ The Daily Echo has contacted Hampshire Police for comment .

Firefighters raced to Dumbleton's Copse near to Kanes Hill at around 5.30am today.
A JCB was left "50 per cent damaged by fire" with a crew from Hightown Fire Station attending the incident.
Police were at the scene with the stop message coming in shortly after 6am.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue Services said: "One crew from Hightown was mobilised at 5.29am this morning to Copse View.
"There was a JCB digger on fire in woodlands.
"The vehicle was 50% [damaged] by fire and extinguished using a hose reel.
"Police were also in attendance and the stop message came in at 6.08am."
The Daily Echo has contacted Hampshire Police for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--Southampton motorists warned of emergency roadworks

MOTORISTS are being warned of delays due to emergency road works in Southampton .
Emergency work is being done on @ @ @ @ @ of Hinkler Road and Thornhill Park Road .
Temporary traffic lights are in place which @ @ @ @ @ the morning peak '' .
Meanwhile , temporary traffic lights are in place in Tebourba @ @ @ @ @ Oakley Road .
The Vodafone roadworks could again see delays through the morning rush hour @

Emergency work is being done on gas pipes at the junction of Hinkler Road and Thornhill Park Road.
Temporary traffic lights are in place which could "see delays through the morning peak".
Meanwhile, temporary traffic lights are in place in Tebourba Way at its junction with Oakley Road.
The Vodafone roadworks could again see delays through the morning rush hour.
More to follow...


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--Police patrolling areas outside schools in Fair Oak

POLICE have been forced to start patrolling areas outside several schools after “ inconsiderate ” parking has forced children into busy traffic .
This , officers - as well as local councillors - say , is due to cars being parked on double yellow lines and across pavements , giving children no other alternative than to walk into the roads .
Hampshire Constabulary says the patrols , which are taking place in Fair Oak , have resulted in tickets being dished out , with some drivers refusing to budge .
A spokesperson added : “ On one occasion , our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ public who had parked illegally causing pedestrians and school children to have to walk into the road .
“ The driver was spoken to and refused to move the vehicle and was given a ticket for obstructing the public pathway .
“ We are continuing to work with Eastleigh Borough Council and local schools to address any further issues.
” Officers confirmed that cars obstructing the pavement is a matter for them , but controlling parking over double yellow lines is down to the council .
A council spokesperson said : “ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but obviously we do not have the resource to visit all schools every day .
“ We would remind all parents to park considerately and responsibly when picking up and dropping off their children.
“ One councillor has suggested a “ drop-off zone ” could be the solution .
Nicholas Couldrey said : “ There is a fair amount of inconsiderate parking by parents dropping or collecting children from the schools which is most disruptive for residents .
But many parents need to drop their children and get to work .
They cant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their children to school and get back to collect their cars .
The solution is a drop off zone.
” Nearby King ’ s School , one of the schools being patrolled , has seen a reduction in available parking space as new developments have been built in the area .
Headteacher Heather Bowden said : “ We are well aware of the parking issues that have been exacerbated by new housing .
“ We have been working with the developers , police , Eastleigh council and our parents to alleviate problems that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ available .
“ In common with many schools , we seek to keep disruption to our neighbours to a minimum and ensure safety of all concerned .
”

This, officers - as well as local councillors - say, is due to cars being parked on double yellow lines and across pavements, giving children no other alternative than to walk into the roads.
Hampshire Constabulary says the patrols, which are taking place in Fair Oak, have resulted in tickets being dished out, with some drivers refusing to budge.
A spokesperson added: “On one occasion, our officers engaged with a member of the public who had parked illegally causing pedestrians and school children to have to walk into the road.
“The driver was spoken to and refused to move the vehicle and was given a ticket for obstructing the public pathway.
“We are continuing to work with Eastleigh Borough Council and local schools to address any further issues.”
Officers confirmed that cars obstructing the pavement is a matter for them, but controlling parking over double yellow lines is down to the council.
A council spokesperson said: “We do our best to carry out enforcement but obviously we do not have the resource to visit all schools every day.
“We would remind all parents to park considerately and responsibly when picking up and dropping off their children.“
One councillor has suggested a “drop-off zone” could be the solution.
Nicholas Couldrey said: “There is a fair amount of inconsiderate parking by parents dropping or collecting children from the schools which is most disruptive for residents. But many parents need to drop their children and get to work. They cant take the extra time needed to walk their children to school and get back to collect their cars. The solution is a drop off zone.”
Nearby King’s School, one of the schools being patrolled, has seen a reduction in available parking space as new developments have been built in the area.
Headteacher Heather Bowden said: “We are well aware of the parking issues that have been exacerbated by new housing.
“We have been working with the developers, police, Eastleigh council and our parents to alleviate problems that have arisen with the reduction of space available.
“In common with many schools, we seek to keep disruption to our neighbours to a minimum and ensure safety of all concerned.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--Driver's anger as Southampton hospital staff park outside home

AN IRATE motorist is threatening to stage a one-man parking protest by leaving his car outside the home of a Southampton councillor .
Tony Rumsey , 59 , of Coxford Drove , claims residents are often prevented from parking outside their own homes because places are taken up by people working at nearby Southampton University Hospital .
Mr Rumsey tried to reserve a space by placing cones in the road and says the city council threatened to take legal action against him .
Now he is vowing to leave his vehicle outside the home of Labour councillor Tammy Thomas `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Mr Rumsey said : `` The council says if I put a cone out to save a parking space they ’ re taking me to court .
I 'm blocking a highway , apparently , so I have no rights to park outside my own house .
“ We ’ ve always had trouble ( with parking ) , the council just don ’ t want to know . ''
Mr Rumsey said residents should be able to buy parking permits while staff at the hospital ought to be provided with free @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to park in the hospital car park - that ’ s wrong , ” he said .
Cllr Thomas said : `` I am saddened that Mr Rumsey did n't contact me .
I would have been happy to share my photos and numerous communications highlighting the parking problems in and around the Coxford Ward , but particularly Coxford Drove .
`` My ward colleagues and I are very aware of the problem and are working hard for a resolution .
`` Whilst there is no direct entitlement to park outside your own @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I also understand why our brilliant hospital staff try to park as close to work as possible .
`` They are not provided with free parking , they are underpaid and undervalued by this government , so I want to help them too . ''
Cllr Steve Leggett , cabinet member for green city and place , added : `` The new resident parking schemes around the UHS Hospital are due to commence implementation in early 2021 .
“ Letters will be sent to residents to confirm when permits will be available and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` While we understand that the availability of parking spaces can sometimes cause difficulties , using obstructions such as cones and bins to reserve spaces on the public highway can be unsafe and is not permitted . ''

Tony Rumsey, 59, of Coxford Drove, claims residents are often prevented from parking outside their own homes because places are taken up by people working at nearby Southampton University Hospital.
Mr Rumsey tried to reserve a space by placing cones in the road and says the city council threatened to take legal action against him.
Now he is vowing to leave his vehicle outside the home of Labour councillor Tammy Thomas "to see how she likes it".
Mr Rumsey said: "The council says if I put a cone out to save a parking space they’re taking me to court. I'm blocking a highway, apparently, so I have no rights to park outside my own house.
“We’ve always had trouble (with parking), the council just don’t want to know."
Mr Rumsey said residents should be able to buy parking permits while staff at the hospital ought to be provided with free parking.
“The staff get charged to park in the hospital car park - that’s wrong,” he said.
Cllr Thomas said: "I am saddened that Mr Rumsey didn't contact me. I would have been happy to share my photos and numerous communications highlighting the parking problems in and around the Coxford Ward, but particularly Coxford Drove.
"My ward colleagues and I are very aware of the problem and are working hard for a resolution.
"Whilst there is no direct entitlement to park outside your own home I completely understand the frustrations. I also understand why our brilliant hospital staff try to park as close to work as possible.
"They are not provided with free parking, they are underpaid and undervalued by this government, so I want to help them too."
Cllr Steve Leggett, cabinet member for green city and place, added: "The new resident parking schemes around the UHS Hospital are due to commence implementation in early 2021.
“Letters will be sent to residents to confirm when permits will be available and when the scheme will formally commence.
"While we understand that the availability of parking spaces can sometimes cause difficulties, using obstructions such as cones and bins to reserve spaces on the public highway can be unsafe and is not permitted."


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--Late-night raids in Totton drug dealing crackdown

POLICE have swooped on two homes in a crackdown on drug dealing .
Officers raided two properties in Totton last @ @ @ @ @ to target `` the supply of controlled drugs '' .
Both raids yielded `` positive @ @ @ @ @ be ongoing , according to police .
A post on the Totton Police Facebook page @ @ @ @ @ Totton and other departments of Hampshire Constabulary have this evening conducted an operation to target @ @ @ @ @ in Totton '' Two addresses have been searched as a result of information and intelligence @ @ @ @ @ `` Both addresses were positive searches , and enquiries will continue over the course of @ @ @ @ @ .
`` Our objective is clear .
We will actively target those suspected of supplying @ @ @ @ @ area , to protect vulnerable people and to apprehend offenders . ''

Officers raided two properties in Totton last night.
The operation was to target "the supply of controlled drugs".
Both raids yielded "positive searches" and enquiries will be ongoing, according to police.
A post on the Totton Police Facebook page said: "Officers from Totton and other departments of Hampshire Constabulary have this evening conducted an operation to target the supply of controlled drugs in Totton
"Two addresses have been searched as a result of information and intelligence gathered by local officers.
"Both addresses were positive searches, and enquiries will continue over the course of the evening and following days.
"Our objective is clear. We will actively target those suspected of supplying illegal drugs in the Totton area, to protect vulnerable people and to apprehend offenders."
More to follow...


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--England curfew: 'All pubs and restaurants must close at 10pm' - PM to announce

Pubs , bars and restaurants across England will be forced to close by 10pm from Thursday , September , 24 - Boris Johnson is set to announce .
Here 's a round-up of what the PM will say - including what the the new rules are .
When will the PM address the nation - and what will he say ?
The Prime Minister will address the nation on Tuesday evening to outline new measures to tackle the sharp rise in coronavirus cases .
As well as the curfew , the hospitality sector will be restricted by law to table @ @ @ @ @ @ @ meetings of Cabinet and the Cobra emergency committee – including the leaders of Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland – ahead of a live , televised address at 8pm .
The Prime Minister is expected to set out further ways the country can confront coronavirus in line with the scientific advice .
What are the new rules for pubs , bars and restaurants across England from September 24 ?
From Thursday evening , all pubs , bars , restaurants and other venues in England will be required to close by 10pm .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lockdowns , will be rolled out across the country to try to prevent alcohol-fuelled breaches of social distancing rules .
• No propping up the bar Say goodbye to your favourite bar stool for a while – from Thursday evening all sectors of the hospitality industry will be restricted by law to table service only .
Maintaining social distancing when the bar queue is 3ft deep at last orders was always going to be a challenge .
As more measures are announced , the Government will still be hammering home its “ hands @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the most effective form of virus control .
The Prime Minister is due to urge the nation to stick to social distancing , regular hand washing and wearing face coverings in a bid to avoid a second national lockdown .
It comes after the UK ’ s four chief medical officers recommended raising the Covid alert level from three to four – the second highest – indicating the “ epidemic is in general circulation ; transmission is high or rising exponentially ” .
And earlier on Monday ( September 21 ) Sir Patrick @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said the UK could see 50,000 Covid-19 cases a day by mid-October and a daily death toll of 200 or more a month later unless urgent action is taken .
What have Number 10 said ?
A Number 10 spokesperson said : “ No-one underestimates the challenges the new measures will pose to many individuals and businesses .
“ We know this won ’ t be easy , but we must take further action to control the resurgence in cases of the virus and protect the NHS .
”

Here's a round-up of what the PM will say - including what the the new rules are.
When will the PM address the nation - and what will he say?
The Prime Minister will address the nation on Tuesday evening to outline new measures to tackle the sharp rise in coronavirus cases.
As well as the curfew, the hospitality sector will be restricted by law to table service only.
Mr Johnson will chair meetings of Cabinet and the Cobra emergency committee – including the leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland – ahead of a live, televised address at 8pm.
The Prime Minister is expected to set out further ways the country can confront coronavirus in line with the scientific advice.
What are the new rules for pubs, bars and restaurants across England from September 24?
These include:
Closing times
From Thursday evening, all pubs, bars, restaurants and other venues in England will be required to close by 10pm.
The 10pm curfew, used elsewhere in local lockdowns, will be rolled out across the country to try to prevent alcohol-fuelled breaches of social distancing rules.
No propping up the bar
Say goodbye to your favourite bar stool for a while – from Thursday evening all sectors of the hospitality industry will be restricted by law to table service only.
Maintaining social distancing when the bar queue is 3ft deep at last orders was always going to be a challenge.
Keep washing those hands
As more measures are announced, the Government will still be hammering home its “hands, face, space” message as the most effective form of virus control.
The Prime Minister is due to urge the nation to stick to social distancing, regular hand washing and wearing face coverings in a bid to avoid a second national lockdown.
Medical officers: 'UK Covid alert level should be upgraded'
It comes after the UK’s four chief medical officers recommended raising the Covid alert level from three to four – the second highest – indicating the “epidemic is in general circulation; transmission is high or rising exponentially”.
And earlier on Monday (September 21) Sir Patrick Vallance – the chief scientific adviser – said the UK could see 50,000 Covid-19 cases a day by mid-October and a daily death toll of 200 or more a month later unless urgent action is taken.
What have Number 10 said?
A Number 10 spokesperson said: “No-one underestimates the challenges the new measures will pose to many individuals and businesses.
“We know this won’t be easy, but we must take further action to control the resurgence in cases of the virus and protect the NHS.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--Passenger numbers drop by more than 715k at Southampton Airport

PASSENGER numbers have plunged by more than 715,000 people at Southampton Airport in just six months .
Between March and August this year the total number of passenger has dropped by 715,464 .
The falling numbers “ highlight the stark challenge ” facing the industry , say aviation bosses .
Welcoming 145,116 air travellers overall , it is an 83 per cent decrease from the year before which saw 860,580 passengers pass through in the same period .
At the height of the coronavirus lockdown in April passenger numbers dropped by a staggering 99 per cent to a mere 1,172 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ last year .
• Brexit blamed for fall in flights at Southampton Airport Brexit blamed for fall in flights at Southampton Airport As measures eased these figures have crept slowly up to 11,744 passengers in August .
However , despite being peak holiday season this is still a 94 per cent drop from 189,732 in August last year .
Operations director at the Hampshire airport , Steve Szalay has described the impact of covid as devastating .
• Southampton Airport 'ca n't carry on with quarantines' He says the widespread grounding of flights @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decreases in passenger numbers at airports .
The figures from the Civil Aviation Authority show how air transport movements - landings or take-offs of aircraft used to transport of passengers , cargo - have decreased .
Again , in April dropping by 96 per cent from 2,694 movements last year to just 99 this year .
Steve said : “ The passenger figures highlight the stark challenge facing our industry .
Prior to the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic , which has had a devastating impact on aviation , Southampton was dealing with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ % of our routes .
The subsequent widespread grounding of flights and travel restrictions resulted in sharp decreases in passenger numbers at airports throughout the UK and Southampton was no different .
`` During the first four months of the pandemic , passenger numbers at UK airports were as much as 99 % down compared to the previous year .
While some flights have resumed , and airlines now have started more regular schedules , the current unpredictability of the travel corridors policy , the 14-day quarantine and the effect this has had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of recovery .
According to Steve , the runway extension is absolutely essential to securing the long term future of the airport .
• 'Do not travel to the airport' He added : “ With the impact to employment from this pandemic already weighing heavy , we can do something to secure the jobs at the airport by getting this extension built .
If we don ’ t , the reality is that more than 2,000 jobs will be at risk , creating a huge knock-on impact on thousands of local households .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the recovery of the regional economy .
Our region needs a successful airport that can provide strong air connectivity .
The extra length of runway will enable us to bring in the routes and airlines needed to drive the recovery of the economy and support local business and trade .
”

Between March and August this year, the total number of passengers has dropped by 715,464.
The falling numbers “highlight the stark challenge” facing the industry, say aviation bosses.
Departures area at Southampton Airport
Welcoming 145,116 air travellers overall, it is an 83 per cent decrease from the year before which saw 860,580 passengers pass through in the same period.
At the height of the coronavirus lockdown in April passenger numbers dropped by a staggering 99 per cent to a mere 1,172 when compared to 147,209 the same month last year.
As measures eased these figures have crept slowly up to 11,744 passengers in August.
However, despite being peak holiday season this is still a 94 per cent drop from 189,732 in August last year.
Air transport movements
Operations director at the Hampshire airport, Steve Szalay has described the impact of covid as devastating.
He says the widespread grounding of flights and travel restrictions has resulted in sharp decreases in passenger numbers at airports.
The figures from the Civil Aviation Authority show how air transport movements - landings or take-offs of aircraft used to transport of passengers, cargo - have decreased.
Operations director at Southampton Airport, Steve Szalay
Again, in April dropping by 96 per cent from 2,694 movements last year to just 99 this year.
Southampton Airport: Terminal and transit passengers
Steve said: “The passenger figures highlight the stark challenge facing our industry. Prior to the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic, which has had a devastating impact on aviation, Southampton was dealing with the collapse of Flybe which operated 80% of our routes. The subsequent widespread grounding of flights and travel restrictions resulted in sharp decreases in passenger numbers at airports throughout the UK and Southampton was no different.
"During the first four months of the pandemic, passenger numbers at UK airports were as much as 99% down compared to the previous year. While some flights have resumed, and airlines now have started more regular schedules, the current unpredictability of the travel corridors policy, the 14-day quarantine and the effect this has had on consumer confidence is inhibiting any form of recovery.
Grounded Flybe flight at Southampton Airport on Thursday, March 5
According to Steve, the runway extension is absolutely essential to securing the long term future of the airport.
He added: “With the impact to employment from this pandemic already weighing heavy, we can do something to secure the jobs at the airport by getting this extension built. If we don’t, the reality is that more than 2,000 jobs will be at risk, creating a huge knock-on impact on thousands of local households.
"A connected regional airport is vital to the recovery of the regional economy. Our region needs a successful airport that can provide strong air connectivity. The extra length of runway will enable us to bring in the routes and airlines needed to drive the recovery of the economy and support local business and trade.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--New parking charges in Eastleigh to help lockdown recovery

NEW parking charges are being introduced in a Hampshire town to entice more people to shop locally .
A ‘ buy one hour get one free ’ offer will be coming to all pay and display car parks in the centre of Eastleigh .
• Roads in Eastleigh will remain closed for social distancing But the offer only applies when a ticket is purchased digitally using RingGO payment phone app .
As well as this , the longer three-hour tariff is being removed from Wells Place Car Park to encourage shorter parking stays , Eastleigh Borough Council says .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ implemented some time this week , a council spokesperson confirmed , running until January 1 next year .
Cllr Tina Campbell , chairman of Eastleigh Local Area Committee - the group which put forward the idea , said ” “ We are committed to supporting our town centre through these difficult times .
“ This is another way , alongside many other measures we have already put in place , to help encourage visitors into the town over the next few months and in the run up to the festive season.
” This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Market street and High Street closed until April 2021 .
MP for Eastleigh Paul Holmes said : “ This is a step in the right direction but only a very small one .
“ I would like to see more free parking in the evening , parking spaces for those with disabilities in the town centre and somewhere for taxis to service the town centre trade .
“ Councillors need to listen to the concerns put forward by our local businesses in the town and take action before it is too late .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ , not minor tweaks .
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A ‘buy one hour get one free’ offer will be coming to all pay and display car parks in the centre of Eastleigh.
But the offer only applies when a ticket is purchased digitally using RingGO payment phone app.
As well as this, the longer three-hour tariff is being removed from Wells Place Car Park to encourage shorter parking stays, Eastleigh Borough Council says.
The new rates will “likely” be implemented some time this week, a council spokesperson confirmed, running until January 1 next year.
Cllr Tina Campbell , chairman of Eastleigh Local Area Committee - the group which put forward the idea, said” “We are committed to supporting our town centre through these difficult times.
“This is another way, alongside many other measures we have already put in place, to help encourage visitors into the town over the next few months and in the run up to the festive season.”
This comes after the council agreed to keep Market street and High Street closed until April 2021.
MP for Eastleigh Paul Holmes said: “This is a step in the right direction but only a very small one.
“I would like to see more free parking in the evening, parking spaces for those with disabilities in the town centre and somewhere for taxis to service the town centre trade.
“Councillors need to listen to the concerns put forward by our local businesses in the town and take action before it is too late.
“Bold initiatives are what we need, not minor tweaks.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--Man charged with six offences following three crashes on the same day

A SOUTHAMPTON man has been charged with six offences following three crashes on the same day .
On September 19 t was reported that a Renault Laguna had been taken from outside an address in Forster Road , Southampton at 1.27pm .
Police were then called at 2.29pm to a report of a car being involved in a collision with a house and a garage door , at an address in Main Road , Dibden and had failed to stop at the scene .
No-one was reported as being injured in this incident .
Officers then received a further report @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with twice with another vehicle on Spicers Hill , Totton and had failed to stop at the scene .
No-one was reported as being injured in this incident .
It is alleged that at around 3pm , a car collided with a stationary police vehicle on The Avenue , Southampton .
Joseph Andrews aged 27 , of St Martins Close , Southampton has been charged with aggravated vehicle taking , dangerous driving , criminal damage , failure to provide a specimen for analysis , driving a motor vehicle without a licence , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and appeared at Southampton Magistrates ’ Court yesterday .

On September 19 t was reported that a Renault Laguna had been taken from outside an address in Forster Road, Southampton at 1.27pm.
Police were then called at 2.29pm to a report of a car being involved in a collision with a house and a garage door, at an address in Main Road, Dibden and had failed to stop at the scene.
No-one was reported as being injured in this incident.
Officers then received a further report at 2.45pm that a car had collided with twice with another vehicle on Spicers Hill, Totton and had failed to stop at the scene. No-one was reported as being injured in this incident.
It is alleged that at around 3pm, a car collided with a stationary police vehicle on The Avenue, Southampton.
Joseph Andrews aged 27, of St Martins Close, Southampton has been charged with aggravated vehicle taking, dangerous driving, criminal damage, failure to provide a specimen for analysis, driving a motor vehicle without a licence, and driving without insurance.
Andrews was remanded and appeared at Southampton Magistrates’ Court yesterday.


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--Premier Inn owner Whitbread to axe up to 6,000 jobs

Up to 6,000 jobs are being axed at Premier Inn owner Whitbread as the group warned the coronavirus crisis will continue to hammer demand .
The group said the cuts would impact 18 % of the total workforce across its hotel and restaurant brands , which also includes the Beefeater pubs and Brewers Fayre chains .
It is hoping a “ significant proportion ” of the job cuts will be made through voluntary redundancy and lowered contracted hours for some staff .
Whitbread said the plans come as demand is set to remain subdued in the short to medium-term and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coming to an end next month .
The job losses also come on top of cuts to reduce its head office workforce by up to a fifth .
Alison Brittain , chief executive of Whitbread , said : “ With demand for travel remaining subdued , we are now having to make some very difficult decisions , and it is with great regret that today we are announcing our intention to enter into a consultation process that could result in up to 6,000 redundancies in the UK , of which it is hoped @ @ @ @ @ @ @ voluntarily .
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The group said the cuts would impact 18% of the total workforce across its hotel and restaurant brands, which also includes the Beefeater pubs and Brewers Fayre chains.
It is hoping a “significant proportion” of the job cuts will be made through voluntary redundancy and lowered contracted hours for some staff.
Whitbread said the plans come as demand is set to remain subdued in the short to medium-term and with the Government’s furlough scheme coming to an end next month.
The job losses also come on top of cuts to reduce its head office workforce by up to a fifth.
Alison Brittain, chief executive of Whitbread, said: “With demand for travel remaining subdued, we are now having to make some very difficult decisions, and it is with great regret that today we are announcing our intention to enter into a consultation process that could result in up to 6,000 redundancies in the UK, of which it is hoped that a significant proportion can be achieved voluntarily.”


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--IN THE COURTS: 18 people who have appeared at Southampton Magistrates' Court

The following cases were heard at Southampton Magistrates ’ Court ... DEAN MICHAEL BYLES , 35 , of Breamore Road , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to assault .
Fined £153 .
Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £32 victim surcharge .
DARREN YOUNG , 38 , of Lower Road , Sittingbourne , Kent .
Pleaded guilty to assault and two counts of drug driving in Southampton .
Community order made until March 2022 .
Disqualified from driving for two years .
Rehabilitation activity requirement of 25 days .
Fined £200 .
Ordered to pay £485 court costs and £85 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , of no fixed address .
Pleaded guilty to assault .
Community order made until September 2021 .
Restraining order made not to contact his victim .
Rehabilitation activity requirement of 15 days .
Must complete 60 hours of unpaid work .
Ordered to pay £95 victim surcharge and £85 court costs .
SHAUNA MILLER , 41 , of Spring Road , Sholing .
Pleaded guilty to drink driving .
Disqualified from driving for 18 months .
Fined £120 .
Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £32 victim surcharge .
DEAN CLARENCE @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Portsmouth .
Pleaded guilty to drug driving .
Disqualified from driving for 20 months .
Fined £400 .
Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £40 victim surcharge .
JACK OLSEN , 22 , of Old Garden Close , Fareham .
Found guilty of assault .
Committed to prison for three months suspended for 12 months .
Rehabilitation activity requirement of 15 days .
Ordered to pay £350 compensation and £620 court costs .
DARREN JOHN WOODFORD , 33 , of Drake Close , New Milton .
Pleaded guilty to obstructing a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ duty , possessing a Class A drug , and to using threatening or abusive words or behaviour likely to cause harassment , alarm or distress .
Fined £500 .
Ordered to pay £35 victim surcharge and £85 court costs .
OLATUNJI TAYFUN-AFOLABI , 30 , of Canal Walk , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to drink driving .
Disqualified from driving for 36 months .
Fined £2000 .
Ordered to pay £190 victim surcharge and £85 court costs .
STEPHEN JOHN ROOKE , 61 , of Kathleen Road , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 12 months .
Fined £500 .
Ordered to pay £50 victim surcharge and £85 court costs .
ELLIOT LOUIS MAXWELL TIBBIT , 29 , of Sway Road , Pennington .
Pleaded guilty to drug driving .
Disqualified from driving for three years .
Fined £311 .
Ordered to pay £300 and £32 court costs .
THOMAS PIPER , 18 , of Jockey Lane , Bishopstoke .
Pleaded guilty to drug driving .
Disqualified from driving for 12 months .
Fined £380 .
Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £38 victim surcharge .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ St Andrews Road , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to drink driving , driving without insurance or a licence .
Disqualified from driving for 16 months .
Fined £38 .
Ordered to pay £34 victim surcharge .
SAMUEL SMITH , 19 , of BANGERS ROAD NORTH , Slough .
Pleaded guilty to drink driving .
Disqualified from driving for 12 months .
Fined £125 .
Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £34 victim surcharge .
JEREMY DAVID AZERN , 47 , of Whitefield Road , New Milton .
Pleaded guilty to drink driving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Fined £280 .
Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £34 victim surcharge .
EDUART TROKA , 40 , of Tennyson Road , Southampton .
Pleaded guilty to drug driving and driving without insurance or a licence .
Disqualified for 12 months .
Fined £120 .
Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £32 victim surcharge .
KIERAN LEE GIBBONS , 25 , of Blackthorn Green , Colden Common .
Pleaded guilty to drink driving .
Disqualified from driving for 18 months .
Fined £330 .
Ordered to pay £85 court costs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , 23 , of Beaulieu Road , Dibden Purlieu .
Pleaded guilty to drink driving .
Disqualified from driving for 24 months .
Fined £230 .
Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £34 victim surcharge .
LOUIE JACK PAUL LUNN , 23 , of De La Warr Road , Milford on Sea .
Pleaded guilty to drug driving .
Disqualified from driving for 12 months .
Fined £250 .
Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £32 victim surcharge .

DEAN MICHAEL BYLES, 35, of Breamore Road, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to assault. Fined £153. Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £32 victim surcharge.
DARREN YOUNG, 38, of Lower Road, Sittingbourne, Kent. Pleaded guilty to assault and two counts of drug driving in Southampton. Community order made until March 2022. Disqualified from driving for two years. Rehabilitation activity requirement of 25 days. Fined £200. Ordered to pay £485 court costs and £85 victim surcharge.
MICHAEL CARTER, 71, of no fixed address. Pleaded guilty to assault. Community order made until September 2021. Restraining order made not to contact his victim. Rehabilitation activity requirement of 15 days. Must complete 60 hours of unpaid work. Ordered to pay £95 victim surcharge and £85 court costs.
SHAUNA MILLER, 41, of Spring Road, Sholing. Pleaded guilty to drink driving. Disqualified from driving for 18 months. Fined £120. Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £32 victim surcharge.
DEAN CLARENCE WATERS, 35, of Stubbington Avenue, Portsmouth. Pleaded guilty to drug driving. Disqualified from driving for 20 months. Fined £400. Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £40 victim surcharge.
JACK OLSEN, 22, of Old Garden Close, Fareham. Found guilty of assault. Committed to prison for three months suspended for 12 months. Rehabilitation activity requirement of 15 days. Ordered to pay £350 compensation and £620 court costs.
DARREN JOHN WOODFORD, 33, of Drake Close, New Milton. Pleaded guilty to obstructing a PC constable in the execution of her duty, possessing a Class A drug, and to using threatening or abusive words or behaviour likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress. Fined £500. Ordered to pay £35 victim surcharge and £85 court costs.
OLATUNJI TAYFUN-AFOLABI, 30, of Canal Walk, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to drink driving. Disqualified from driving for 36 months. Fined £2000. Ordered to pay £190 victim surcharge and £85 court costs.
STEPHEN JOHN ROOKE, 61, of Kathleen Road, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to drink driving. Disqualified from driving for 12 months. Fined £500. Ordered to pay £50 victim surcharge and £85 court costs.
ELLIOT LOUIS MAXWELL TIBBIT, 29, of Sway Road, Pennington. Pleaded guilty to drug driving. Disqualified from driving for three years. Fined £311. Ordered to pay £300 and £32 court costs.
THOMAS PIPER, 18, of Jockey Lane, Bishopstoke. Pleaded guilty to drug driving. Disqualified from driving for 12 months. Fined £380. Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £38 victim surcharge.
Wilson Winyu NGWA, 34, of St Andrews Road, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to drink driving, driving without insurance or a licence. Disqualified from driving for 16 months. Fined £38. Ordered to pay £34 victim surcharge.
SAMUEL SMITH, 19, of BANGERS ROAD NORTH, Slough. Pleaded guilty to drink driving. Disqualified from driving for 12 months. Fined £125. Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £34 victim surcharge.
JEREMY DAVID AZERN, 47, of Whitefield Road, New Milton. Pleaded guilty to drink driving. Disqualified from driving for 24 months. Fined £280. Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £34 victim surcharge.
EDUART TROKA, 40, of Tennyson Road, Southampton. Pleaded guilty to drug driving and driving without insurance or a licence. Disqualified for 12 months. Fined £120. Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £32 victim surcharge.
KIERAN LEE GIBBONS, 25, of Blackthorn Green, Colden Common. Pleaded guilty to drink driving. Disqualified from driving for 18 months. Fined £330. Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £34 victim surcharge.
CHARLOTTE STONE, 23, of Beaulieu Road, Dibden Purlieu. Pleaded guilty to drink driving. Disqualified from driving for 24 months. Fined £230. Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £34 victim surcharge.
LOUIE JACK PAUL LUNN, 23, of De La Warr Road, Milford on Sea. Pleaded guilty to drug driving. Disqualified from driving for 12 months. Fined £250. Ordered to pay £85 court costs and £32 victim surcharge.


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--Brothers charged after former Southampton man killed in crash

TWO brothers have been charged with causing death by dangerous driving following a crash that killed a former Southampton man .
Michael Smith was riding his mobility scooter along Poolstock Lane in Wigan when he was in collision with a Vauxhall Zafira which then hit a van and a house .
The 53-year-old suffered serious head injuries in the accident and died later in hospital .
Hanzah Yusuf , 20 , and Noor Mohammed Yusuf , 30 , both of Park Lane in Abram , were arrested shortly after the tragedy on February 28 last year .
Following an 18-month @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with death by dangerous driving .
The brothers have been bailed to appear at Wigan and Leigh Magistrates ' Court on October 7 .
Noor Yusuf is further accused of driving while uninsured while his sibling is also charged with possession of a bladed article .
Following the crash a 14-year-old boy was also arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving but was later released without any further action being taken against him .
Speaking shortly after Mr Smith 's death his brother Malcolm said : `` He was a gentle @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be sadly missed .
“ He was the most caring person and would phone up his mum numerous times a day.
” Mr Smith said his brother suffered from bipolar disorder and was unable to work .
He had used a mobility scooter for the last ten years because he wanted to be as independent as possible and not rely on public transport .
Michael Smith was described as a family man who enjoyed shopping and travelling and spent time visiting relatives in Australia and America .
He left six siblings and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Portsmouth .

Michael Smith was riding his mobility scooter along Poolstock Lane in Wigan when he was in collision with a Vauxhall Zafira which then hit a van and a house.
The 53-year-old suffered serious head injuries in the accident and died later in hospital.
Hanzah Yusuf, 20, and Noor Mohammed Yusuf, 30, both of Park Lane in Abram, were arrested shortly after the tragedy on February 28 last year.
Following an 18-month police investigation they have both been charged with death by dangerous driving.
The brothers have been bailed to appear at Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' Court on October 7.
Noor Yusuf is further accused of driving while uninsured while his sibling is also charged with possession of a bladed article.
Following the crash a 14-year-old boy was also arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving but was later released without any further action being taken against him.
Speaking shortly after Mr Smith's death his brother Malcolm said: "He was a gentle giant with a heart of gold who will be sadly missed.
“He was the most caring person and would phone up his mum numerous times a day.”
Mr Smith said his brother suffered from bipolar disorder and was unable to work. He had used a mobility scooter for the last ten years because he wanted to be as independent as possible and not rely on public transport.
Michael Smith was described as a family man who enjoyed shopping and travelling and spent time visiting relatives in Australia and America.
He left six siblings and a mum, all of whom lived in Portsmouth.


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--The guinea pigs stars of Instagram...

The guinea pigs stars of Instagram...

THEY 'RE the Hampshire guinea pigs with nearly 50,000 Instagram followers and an agent for their burgeoning modelling careers .
In demand Olive and Chestnut , from Horton Heath , are hot property on social media where tens of thousands of fans worldwide keep up to date on their antics .
Owner Victoria Rick loves to share the adventures of the two-year-olds who she dresses up and puts in various amusing poses for photo shoots .
They have pretended to be artists , taken part in karaoke and read novels .
Olive and Chestnut are also captured enjoying a tipple @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a spot of cookery in a series of hilarious snaps for the popular image-based social media platform .
Victoria told the Daily Echo : `` I have great fun capturing their daily adventures and writing little captions for their worldwide fans !
`` We 've even been sent branded products to advertise on our platform .
I did not predict any of this happening when I set the account up .
Madness !
`` I am so glad I get to share their hilarious moments with so many people on Instagram , more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pigs are ! ''
Victoria couldn ’ t resist adopting the pair of guinea pigs , her favourite animal and a pet she had owned as a child , during a visit to a Pets at Home store with her partner to ‘ coo at the baby animals ’ .
She added : `` They are like little puppies .
They beg for treats and love to snuggle and play !
Coming home from work and getting lots of little kisses is the highlight of my day !
`` People assume guinea pigs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hamsters but they 're so much more .
If you spend time and have patience , they are the most loyal , tame little creatures .
They have big personalities and it saddens me that some stay in a small lonely hutch all their life !
They need space , strict diets and specialist vet care . ''
Follow famous guinea pigs Olive and Chestnut and their antics on Instagram @ oliveandchestnut

In demand Olive and Chestnut, from Horton Heath, are hot property on social media where tens of thousands of fans worldwide keep up to date on their antics.
Owner Victoria Rick loves to share the adventures of the two-year-olds who she dresses up and puts in various amusing poses for photo shoots.
They have pretended to be artists, taken part in karaoke and read novels. Olive and Chestnut are also captured enjoying a tipple, playing cards and even partaking in a spot of cookery in a series of hilarious snaps for the popular image-based social media platform.
Victoria told the Daily Echo: "I have great fun capturing their daily adventures and writing little captions for their worldwide fans!
"We've even been sent branded products to advertise on our platform. I did not predict any of this happening when I set the account up. Madness!
"I am so glad I get to share their hilarious moments with so many people on Instagram, more people should know about how brilliant guinea pigs are!"
Victoria couldn’t resist adopting the pair of guinea pigs, her favourite animal and a pet she had owned as a child, during a visit to a Pets at Home store with her partner to ‘coo at the baby animals’.
She added: "They are like little puppies. They beg for treats and love to snuggle and play! Coming home from work and getting lots of little kisses is the highlight of my day!
"People assume guinea pigs are starter pets or the same as hamsters but they're so much more. If you spend time and have patience, they are the most loyal, tame little creatures. They have big personalities and it saddens me that some stay in a small lonely hutch all their life! They need space, strict diets and specialist vet care."
Follow famous guinea pigs Olive and Chestnut and their antics on Instagram @oliveandchestnut


thedailyecho--2020-09-22--Extra £2.7m funding announced for Hampshire hospitals prescriptions

HOSPITALS in Hampshire are to receive £2.7m in extra funding to introduce digital prescriptions The new technology would help NHS staff to access patient history and prescribe medication digitally .
Health minister Nadine Dorries has confirmed that £8.7m of funding will help seven NHS trusts to introduce digital patient records to hospitals .
The funding would mean NHS trusts could have quicker access to information which could reduce medication errors by 30 per cent , which could be lifesaving .
The announcement was made on World Patient Safety Day , September 17 , at a virtual conference organised by Imperial @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ World Patient Safety Day this year comes at a more important time than ever , with healthcare systems and workers across the world tested like never before .
“ In my role I have seen first-hand the dedication and care demonstrated by so many of my colleagues in the NHS and this year ’ s theme of health worker safety is a vital one .
“ I am also pleased to announce the seven Trusts receiving a share of £8.7 million to Trusts to help eliminate paper prescriptions .
`` This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ medication errors but save our hardworking staff valuable time.
” World Patient Safety Day acknowledges workplace issues such as stress , pressure and discrimination to create a safer working environment for health care professionals The roll out has already been introduced to 130 NHS trusts as part of a £78m investment to deliver the ‘ NHS long term plan ’ to introduce electronic prescribing system across the whole NHS .
It comes as part of the government ’ s ongoing commitment to train 50,000 new nurses .
The minister will also be paying @ @ @ @ @ @ @ alongside NHS England ’ s national patient safety director Aidan Fowler .
Dr Fowler , said : “ World Patient Safety Day is an important opportunity to reflect on the vital work that goes on across the NHS to protect patients from harm , and to thank staff for their efforts to keep patients safe .
“ Patient safety is of paramount importance and is something we are continuously looking at ways to improve ; whether through new technology , such as the introduction of electronic prescribing , and by building a safety @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and safe to speak up .
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The new technology would help NHS staff to access patient history and prescribe medication digitally.
Health minister Nadine Dorries has confirmed that £8.7m of funding will help seven NHS trusts to introduce digital patient records to hospitals.
The funding would mean NHS trusts could have quicker access to information which could reduce medication errors by 30 per cent, which could be lifesaving.
The announcement was made on World Patient Safety Day, September 17, at a virtual conference organised by Imperial College, London.
Ms Dorries said: “World Patient Safety Day this year comes at a more important time than ever, with healthcare systems and workers across the world tested like never before.
“In my role I have seen first-hand the dedication and care demonstrated by so many of my colleagues in the NHS and this year’s theme of health worker safety is a vital one.
“I am also pleased to announce the seven Trusts receiving a share of £8.7 million to Trusts to help eliminate paper prescriptions.
"This will not only help reduce potentially deadly medication errors but save our hardworking staff valuable time.”
World Patient Safety Day acknowledges workplace issues such as stress, pressure and discrimination to create a safer working environment for health care professionals
The roll out has already been introduced to 130 NHS trusts as part of a £78m investment to deliver the ‘NHS long term plan’ to introduce electronic prescribing system across the whole NHS.
It comes as part of the government’s ongoing commitment to train 50,000 new nurses.
The minister will also be paying a virtual visit to University Hospital Southampton alongside NHS England’s national patient safety director Aidan Fowler.
Dr Fowler, said: “World Patient Safety Day is an important opportunity to reflect on the vital work that goes on across the NHS to protect patients from harm, and to thank staff for their efforts to keep patients safe.
“Patient safety is of paramount importance and is something we are continuously looking at ways to improve; whether through new technology, such as the introduction of electronic prescribing, and by building a safety culture where all NHS staff feel supported and safe to speak up.”