thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Drug related deaths double in six years in Eastleigh

THE AMOUNT of drug related deaths in Eastleigh has doubled over the last six years according to new research .
This comes from detailed analysis of data from the Office for National Statistics ( ONS ) by drug addiction treatment experts , UK Addiction Treatment ( UKAT ) .
The data shows that across Hampshire , drug related deaths are up by 17 % , with deaths in Eastleigh doubling from 11 to 22 over the last six years .
MP for Eastleigh , Paul Holmes responded to the data , claiming that a mixture of policing and support for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He said : “ I ’ ve never had a relative with a drug problem , it ’ s not affected me personally , but it is a tragic thing .
“ Every death means that the country and the health services haven ’ t intervened adequately .
“ We do have a county line problem in Eastleigh , and the police are working really hard to disrupt those lines and make sure that we have stronger deterrents .
“ Its a mixture of absolutely tackling and putting the people away whilst offering @ @ @ @ @ @ @ need it and are looking to come off of hard drugs.
” Nuno Albuquerque , Group Treatment Lead at UKAT is now urging local authorities to take action to solve the issue of drug related deaths .
He said : “ The situation is only getting worse for those most vulnerable in society .
“ We urge councils across the South East to invest in effective drug and alcohol services in their 2021 budget to avoid even more loss of life.
” In the South East , there has been a 12 % @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years according to the ONS data .
Cabinet Lead for Health at Eastleigh Borough Council , Cllr Tonia Craig said : “ The Health and Wellbeing of all our residents is of the utmost importance .
“ The Council and our partner agencies will continue to warn local people of the dangers of taking drugs .
“ Even during lockdown we are continuing to provide help and support with regards physical and mental issues to our residents both online and in the town centre .
”

This comes from detailed analysis of data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) by drug addiction treatment experts, UK Addiction Treatment (UKAT).
The data shows that across Hampshire, drug related deaths are up by 17%, with deaths in Eastleigh doubling from 11 to 22 over the last six years.
MP for Eastleigh, Paul Holmes responded to the data, claiming that a mixture of policing and support for addicts is what’s needed.
He said: “I’ve never had a relative with a drug problem, it’s not affected me personally, but it is a tragic thing.
“Every death means that the country and the health services haven’t intervened adequately.
“We do have a county line problem in Eastleigh, and the police are working really hard to disrupt those lines and make sure that we have stronger deterrents.
“Its a mixture of absolutely tackling and putting the people away whilst offering the hand of support for those who need it and are looking to come off of hard drugs.”
Nuno Albuquerque, Group Treatment Lead at UKAT is now urging local authorities to take action to solve the issue of drug related deaths.
He said: “The situation is only getting worse for those most vulnerable in society.
“We urge councils across the South East to invest in effective drug and alcohol services in their 2021 budget to avoid even more loss of life.”
In the South East, there has been a 12% rise in drug poisoning deaths over six years according to the ONS data.
Cabinet Lead for Health at Eastleigh Borough Council, Cllr Tonia Craig said: “The Health and Wellbeing of all our residents is of the utmost importance.
“The Council and our partner agencies will continue to warn local people of the dangers of taking drugs.
“Even during lockdown we are continuing to provide help and support with regards physical and mental issues to our residents both online and in the town centre.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Drugs seized by Hampshire police from property in Ringwood

DRUGS have been seized from a property with a 20-year-old man now under investigation .
A small quantity of 'white @ @ @ @ @ ' was allegedly found at a property in Ringwood .
The drugs were seized and @ @ @ @ @ is currently under investigation .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` We ’ @ @ @ @ @ for their co-operation during these instances .
`` Every call you make to us is @ @ @ @ @ up an intelligence picture about what might be happening in your community .
`` This @ @ @ @ @ and prevent your neighbourhoods from harm .
`` Please do continue to contact us by @ @ @ @ @ to us via our online reporting tool on the Hampshire Constabulary website . ''

A small quantity of 'white powder and green herbal substance' was allegedly found at a property in Ringwood.
The drugs were seized and a 20-year-old man from Ringwood is currently under investigation.
The incident happened last Thursday.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We’re thankful to local residents for their co-operation during these instances.
"Every call you make to us is logged and helps us build up an intelligence picture about what might be happening in your community.
"This allows us to take action and prevent your neighbourhoods from harm.
"Please do continue to contact us by calling 101 or reporting incidents to us via our online reporting tool on the Hampshire Constabulary website."


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Coronavirus: New test centre opens in Basingstoke, Hampshire

A NEW walk-in coronavirus testing site has opened at a Hampshire theatre .
Basingstoke 's The Anvil , currently closed with no performances scheduled until 2021 , has been transformed into a new coronavirus testing facility .
The government say that it comes as part of its drive to improve accessibility to tests for communities .
Residents with symptoms are able to book a test online or by calling 119 , and offered an appointment at the walk-through centre .
It is designed to be accessible for people without a car .
Those being tested will be required to follow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , not travelling by taxi or public transport , practising good personal hygiene and wearing a face covering throughout , including while travelling to and from the testing centre .
Health Minister Lord Bethell said the new site forms part `` of our national testing network , which has the capacity to test more than a million people a week '' .
It comes as four other Covid testing sites are due to open across Hampshire in the coming weeks , including in Aldershot , Gosport , Havant and Winchester .
• Region @ @ @ @ @ @ @ moved to Southampton Airport The government 's testing network now includes more than 500 sites - including 78 drive-through sites and 202 walk-through clinics .
Councillor Keith Mans , leader of Hampshire County Council and chair of Hampshire ’ s Local Outbreak Engagement Board , said : “ These appointment-only walk-through sites are a very welcome addition to the testing provision we already have within the county .
They will help ensure access to prompt and convenient testing , particularly for those who are unable to access testing sites by car , which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the virus .
“ Viral infection rates in Hampshire are rising – in all areas , though thankfully still not as rapidly as elsewhere in the country , but we know how quickly and easily the virus can be transmitted from person to person .
`` We would also remind residents that they should return home immediately after their test and remain in self-isolation whilst awaiting their results.
” It comes as infection rates continue to increase across the country .

Basingstoke's The Anvil, currently closed with no performances scheduled until 2021, has been transformed into a new coronavirus testing facility.
The government say that it comes as part of its drive to improve accessibility to tests for communities.
Residents with symptoms are able to book a test online or by calling 119, and offered an appointment at the walk-through centre.
It is designed to be accessible for people without a car.
Those being tested will be required to follow public health measures, including social distancing, not travelling by taxi or public transport, practising good personal hygiene and wearing a face covering throughout, including while travelling to and from the testing centre.
Health Minister Lord Bethell said the new site forms part "of our national testing network, which has the capacity to test more than a million people a week".
It comes as four other Covid testing sites are due to open across Hampshire in the coming weeks, including in Aldershot, Gosport, Havant and Winchester.
The government's testing network now includes more than 500 sites - including 78 drive-through sites and 202 walk-through clinics.
Councillor Keith Mans, leader of Hampshire County Council and chair of Hampshire’s Local Outbreak Engagement Board, said: “These appointment-only walk-through sites are a very welcome addition to the testing provision we already have within the county. They will help ensure access to prompt and convenient testing, particularly for those who are unable to access testing sites by car, which is key to preventing further spread of the virus.
“Viral infection rates in Hampshire are rising – in all areas, though thankfully still not as rapidly as elsewhere in the country, but we know how quickly and easily the virus can be transmitted from person to person.
"We would also remind residents that they should return home immediately after their test and remain in self-isolation whilst awaiting their results.”
It comes as infection rates continue to increase across the country.


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Catalytic converter thefts on the rise across Hampshire

MORE than 75 catalytic converter thefts have been reported in the past six weeks .
Hampshire Constabulary said most crimes have occurred in Romsey , Southampton and the New Forest .
Catalytic Converter theft is said to be closely linked to the prices of Rhodium and Palladium , both rare metals that are contained within the converters .
The price of these metals has increased during 2020 and police believe this is contributing to the increase in thefts .
Since September , police have recorded 78 thefts of this type .
The converters are said to be easier to access @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are seeing a lot of thefts from hybrid Hondas and Toyotas .
Motorists are now being advised to park in ways to make it difficult for someone to access the converter , as well as taking measures to make these more difficult to remove .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` Catalytic converters can be stolen within a few minutes by using just a few basic tools .
`` The local neighbourhood policing teams in your area are monitoring reports and would like to ask people to report any suspicious activity @ @

Hampshire Constabulary said most crimes have occurred in Romsey, Southampton and the New Forest.
Catalytic Converter theft is said to be closely linked to the prices of Rhodium and Palladium, both rare metals that are contained within the converters.
The price of these metals has increased during 2020 and police believe this is contributing to the increase in thefts.
Since September, police have recorded 78 thefts of this type.
The converters are said to be easier to access on hybrid vehicles, and therefore police are seeing a lot of thefts from hybrid Hondas and Toyotas.
Motorists are now being advised to park in ways to make it difficult for someone to access the converter, as well as taking measures to make these more difficult to remove.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "Catalytic converters can be stolen within a few minutes by using just a few basic tools.
"The local neighbourhood policing teams in your area are monitoring reports and would like to ask people to report any suspicious activity."


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Speeding drivers issued with tickets in New Forest initiative

POLICE and Speed Watch members caught several motorists over the limit during checks in the New Forest .
They spent @ @ @ @ @ members at Roger Penny Way in Bramshaw yesterday .
Two tickets were issued to drivers @ @ @ @ @ and five other vehicles were recorded over the limit .

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thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Airline return would be ‘good news’ for Southampton Airport

ADMINISTRATORS have agreed a ‘ rescue deal ’ for a collapsed airline that could see it return to the skies next year .
Before going into administration and it ’ s collapse in March this year , Flybe , previously Europe ’ s biggest regional airline , operated 80 % of overall flights from Southampton Airport .
Its collapse is said to have had a ‘ devastating impact ’ on the airport and the region .
• Flybe could return to skies next year after rescue deal The airport however claimed that there are no plans for the airline to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ focus still remains on the proposed runway extension , allowing bigger airlines to fly to and from the airport .
A spokesperson for Southampton Airport said : “ We are unaware of any plans for Flybe to restart operations .
“ The airline ’ s collapse had a devastating impact on Southampton Airport and on the region ’ s connectivity .
“ The airline operated 80 % of the routes from Southampton and whilst a number of airlines have since taken on some of those services , the only way we can secure @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is through the extension of the runway .
“ This will enable us to bring in the routes and airlines needed to drive the recovery of the economy and support local business and trade.
” Paul Holmes , MP for Eastleigh has been a supporter of the airport and its runway extension and feels Flybe ’ s possible return would be good for the airport .
He said : “ The return of Flybe would be good news for Southampton Airport and good news for former Flybe staff if the carrier can successfully @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while this announcement is welcome , it does not detract from the need to extend the runway at Southampton Airport .
“ A new runway will enable Southampton Airport to work with a variety of operators , reducing the reliance on one airline while protecting the UK ’ s regional connectivity .
”

Before going into administration and it’s collapse in March this year, Flybe, previously Europe’s biggest regional airline, operated 80% of overall flights from Southampton Airport.
Its collapse is said to have had a ‘devastating impact’ on the airport and the region.
The airport however claimed that there are no plans for the airline to return as of yet and that the focus still remains on the proposed runway extension, allowing bigger airlines to fly to and from the airport.
A spokesperson for Southampton Airport said: “We are unaware of any plans for Flybe to restart operations.
“The airline’s collapse had a devastating impact on Southampton Airport and on the region’s connectivity.
“The airline operated 80% of the routes from Southampton and whilst a number of airlines have since taken on some of those services, the only way we can secure the long term future of the airport is through the extension of the runway.
“This will enable us to bring in the routes and airlines needed to drive the recovery of the economy and support local business and trade.”
Paul Holmes, MP for Eastleigh has been a supporter of the airport and its runway extension and feels Flybe’s possible return would be good for the airport.
He said: “The return of Flybe would be good news for Southampton Airport and good news for former Flybe staff if the carrier can successfully return to operating again.
“However while this announcement is welcome, it does not detract from the need to extend the runway at Southampton Airport.
“A new runway will enable Southampton Airport to work with a variety of operators, reducing the reliance on one airline while protecting the UK’s regional connectivity.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Southampton drink driver banned from roads

A SOUTHAMPTON man caught drink driving as been banned from the roads .
Sorin Gheorghe was found to be drink @ @ @ @ @ Road on April 23 .
The 36-year-old was found to have 59 microgrammes of alcohol @ @ @ @ @ , exceeding the legal limit of 35 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath @ @ @ @ @ ' Court , he pleaded guilty to drink driving .
Gheorghe , of Denzil Avenue @ @ @ @ @ from driving for 16 months and fined £80 .
He was also ordered to pay @ @ @ @ @ and court costs of £85 .

Sorin Gheorghe was found to be drink driving on St Mary's Road on April 23.
The 36-year-old was found to have 59 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath, exceeding the legal limit of 35 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, he pleaded guilty to drink driving.
Gheorghe, of Denzil Avenue, Southampton, was disqualified from driving for 16 months and fined £80.
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £34 and court costs of £85.


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Discovery of the site of Burberry's Winchester factory

UNTIL recently the London-based fashion brand Burberry believed that records marked “ Winchester ” referred to the premises of the firm that were once situated in Winchester Street , Basingstoke , where the firm started .
Memories from Southampton resident Colin Grant sparked detective work that has shown , however , beyond any doubt that the company had a factory with access from Staple Gardens , Winchester , probably making its iconic trench coats during WWI .
It had probably ceased use by Burberry in about 1926 .
Formerly it had been the site of a Victorian gasworks , a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year before the start of WWII Burberry sold the premises to Hampshire County Council , to house a printing works and later a library store .
Now owned by A2Dominion ( a successor to Winchester Housing Association ) , which has a portfolio of social housing premises , it was let in 1996 on a long lease to the Winchester Churches Nightshelter .
It was developed by the Winchester and District Housing Association and opened , with the assistance free of charge of removers Pickfords , in September 1997 by Baptist minister , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the Burberry link came when WCNS chief executive Michèle Price found a mention in the lease of a conveyance of April 17 , 1938 , between Burberrys Limited and the “ County Council of the County of Southampton ” , which was the name of the county council until 1959 .
A Burberry minute book confirms that at a meeting of March 29 , 1938 , the sale was approved .
Commenting on the record , Burberry said : “ It did not give any further details as to what it was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but there are no records of us leasing it which suggests that it was used as a Burberry site of some sort – whether that be a factory , or if demand had decreased in the interwar period , possibly even a warehouse .
“ We had a factory at Reading situated on Mill Lane committed to the manufacture of raincoats and a cleaning works , which opened in 1914 .
In 1916 we offered serving military personnel a complimentary cleaning and reproofing service of Burberry coats , which is likely to have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This possibly goes some way to explain why we needed an additional factory at Winchester , together with the fact that the demand for Burberry weatherproof coats also significantly increased during the First World War.
” Photographs of the Burberry factory show long ranks of women working at sewing machines in a building similar to the present WCNS building .
Michèle said : “ When we looked at photos of the building which we took over it was obviously the one that Burberry had used .
But we had no idea of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at our lease.
” WCNS was founded in 1988 to support the growing number of people in the Winchester area who were experiencing homelessness .
It followed the election of a Conservative government and the Housing Act 1980 and later legislation which brought in the right to buy .
It was a perfect storm for homelessness .
The stock of council houses declined by one-third , employment reached three million and the price of houses rose faster than wages .
By 1986 there were 2,000 people on the local waiting list and in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Homeless plans were made to remedy the situation at a conference in Winchester .
This led to the Winchester Churches Housing Group and WCNS was initiated with a “ winterwatch ” function and supported until it had been firmly established as a year-round facility and became a charity in its own right .
Originally providing short-term shelter in church halls and vacant properties in the city , in 1997 it moved into the former Burberry factory with access from Jewry Street .
Michèle commented : “ Over the last 30 years , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people to escape the cycle of homelessness .
Not only does the charity provide a safe place to stay but its wide-ranging and specialist one-to-one support gives people the opportunity to make positive steps forward .
“ There are ten bedrooms on site as well as two separate four-bedroom supported housing projects nearby and prior to the pandemic they were housing 25 people every night in the three different locations – some staying for as long as three years .
Last year , the Nightshelter accommodated 116 people and 69 % moved onto @ @ @ @ @ @ @ careful planning , the Nightshelter has managed to stay open throughout the pandemic and has adapted to become a 24/7 service allowing residents to stay safe on site .
The charity is now looking to the future and considering making more permanent changes to the building to potentially allow self-contained rooms with bathroom facilities .
“ This would not only make it more secure against any future pandemics but would also provide residents with more privacy and independence .
More plans regarding the proposed changes will be revealed at the charity ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 6.45pm.
” Contacts : www.wcns.org.uk and admin @ wcns.org.uk .
For more information on Hampshire , visit : www.hampshirearchivestrust.co.uk .

Memories from Southampton resident Colin Grant sparked detective work that has shown, however, beyond any doubt that the company had a factory with access from Staple Gardens, Winchester, probably making its iconic trench coats during WWI. It had probably ceased use by Burberry in about 1926. Formerly it had been the site of a Victorian gasworks, a bakery and a Co-operative Dairy.
A year before the start of WWII Burberry sold the premises to Hampshire County Council, to house a printing works and later a library store. Now owned by A2Dominion (a successor to Winchester Housing Association), which has a portfolio of social housing premises, it was let in 1996 on a long lease to the Winchester Churches Nightshelter.
It was developed by the Winchester and District Housing Association and opened, with the assistance free of charge of removers Pickfords, in September 1997 by Baptist minister, Rev Paul Hill.
The clinching evidence of the Burberry link came when WCNS chief executive Michèle Price found a mention in the lease of a conveyance of April 17, 1938, between Burberrys Limited and the “County Council of the County of Southampton”, which was the name of the county council until 1959. A Burberry minute book confirms that at a meeting of March 29, 1938, the sale was approved.
Commenting on the record, Burberry said: “It did not give any further details as to what it was [being used] for by 1938 but there are no records of us leasing it which suggests that it was used as a Burberry site of some sort – whether that be a factory, or if demand had decreased in the interwar period, possibly even a warehouse.
“We had a factory at Reading situated on Mill Lane committed to the manufacture of raincoats and a cleaning works, which opened in 1914. In 1916 we offered serving military personnel a complimentary cleaning and reproofing service of Burberry coats, which is likely to have taken additional capacity at the Reading site. This possibly goes some way to explain why we needed an additional factory at Winchester, together with the fact that the demand for Burberry weatherproof coats also significantly increased during the First World War.”
Photographs of the Burberry factory show long ranks of women working at sewing machines in a building similar to the present WCNS building. Michèle said: “When we looked at photos of the building which we took over it was obviously the one that Burberry had used. But we had no idea of this until we took a close look at our lease.”
WCNS was founded in 1988 to support the growing number of people in the Winchester area who were experiencing homelessness. It followed the election of a Conservative government and the Housing Act 1980 and later legislation which brought in the right to buy.
It was a perfect storm for homelessness. The stock of council houses declined by one-third, employment reached three million and the price of houses rose faster than wages. By 1986 there were 2,000 people on the local waiting list and in the 1987 International Year of Shelter for the Homeless plans were made to remedy the situation at a conference in Winchester.
This led to the Winchester Churches Housing Group and WCNS was initiated with a “winterwatch” function and supported until it had been firmly established as a year-round facility and became a charity in its own right. Originally providing short-term shelter in church halls and vacant properties in the city, in 1997 it moved into the former Burberry factory with access from Jewry Street.
Michèle commented: “Over the last 30 years, Winchester Churches Nightshelter has helped thousands of people to escape the cycle of homelessness. Not only does the charity provide a safe place to stay but its wide-ranging and specialist one-to-one support gives people the opportunity to make positive steps forward.
“There are ten bedrooms on site as well as two separate four-bedroom supported housing projects nearby and prior to the pandemic they were housing 25 people every night in the three different locations – some staying for as long as three years. Last year, the Nightshelter accommodated 116 people and 69% moved onto to planned accommodation.
“Due to careful planning, the Nightshelter has managed to stay open throughout the pandemic and has adapted to become a 24/7 service allowing residents to stay safe on site. The charity is now looking to the future and considering making more permanent changes to the building to potentially allow self-contained rooms with bathroom facilities.
“This would not only make it more secure against any future pandemics but would also provide residents with more privacy and independence. More plans regarding the proposed changes will be revealed at the charity’s virtual AGM on Monday November 9 at 6.45pm.”
Contacts: www.wcns.org.uk and admin@wcns.org.uk. For more information on Hampshire, visit: www.hampshirearchivestrust.co.uk.
barryshurlock@gmail.com


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Argos, Lidl and River Island urgently recall a number of products

A number of leading retailers including Argos , Lidl and River Island have urgently recalled a number of products .
We 've put together all the details from each company .
If you have bought any of the following products , return them immediately .
In a note to shoppers , spokesperson from Argos said : `` We want to bring your attention to a safety issue with the following Cuggl highchairs : '' Testing has shown in some cases the back of the highchair could fail , resulting in a child falling from the highchair .
`` If you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Cuggl Plum Deluxe Highchair or Cuggl Pumpkin Deluxe Highchair , STOP USING IT IMMEDIATELY and return it to an Argos store for a full refund of £39.99/ ?
48.99 .
You will not need a receipt .
`` The safety of our customers is our highest priority , please be assured that no other highchair is affected by this issue .
We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this issue .
If you have any questions or concerns , please contact us on our helpline on : UK freephone - 0800 0113 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 744 . ''
River Island have recalled several items of baby clothing .
• Sold from May to September 2020 • Sold from May to April to May 2020 River Island said : `` It has come to our attention that the above products do not meet our usual high standards for quality and safety as the metal decals may become detached from this specific broderie fabric , which could present a choking hazard .
`` As customer safety is our highest priority , we are immediately recalling these styles .
`` Please @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other River Island product with decals . ''
`` Return the whole product to us in store or post them to us for a full refund inclusive of postage .
`` Identification numbers can be found printed on the garment wash care label .
`` We thank you for your cooperation and apologise for any inconvenience . ''
Lidl have issued a recall for the Silvercrest 2-in-1 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner and Battery / Charger .
Lidl said : `` The supplier , Hoyer Handel GmbH , is recalling the above-mentioned product as it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in use and when charging .
`` Neither the vacuum cleaner nor the battery or charger should be used .
`` If you have bought the above-mentioned product , and are already making an essential trip to a Lidl GB store you can return the item to the store for a full refund , with or without a receipt .
`` Alternatively , please dispose of the product and email customer.services @ lidl.co.uk , including a photo of the affected product .
The Customer Services team will process this refund via letter .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ GB stores are affected by this recall .
`` Lidl GB wishes to apologise for any inconvenience caused .
`` Any customers with queries or concerns can contact Customer Services on 0370 444 1234 . ''

We've put together all the details from each company.
If you have bought any of the following products, return them immediately.
What have Argos recalled?
Argos have recalled a number of baby highchairs.
In a note to shoppers, spokesperson from Argos said: "We want to bring your attention to a safety issue with the following Cuggl highchairs:
"Cuggl Little Sheep Deluxe Highchair, catalogue number 819/5584.
"Cuggl Plum Deluxe Highchair, catalogue number 759/3187.
"Cuggl Pumpkin Deluxe Highchair, catalogue number 707/8956.
"Testing has shown in some cases the back of the highchair could fail, resulting in a child falling from the highchair.
"If you have a Cuggl Little Sheep Deluxe Highchair, Cuggl Plum Deluxe Highchair or Cuggl Pumpkin Deluxe Highchair, STOP USING IT IMMEDIATELY and return it to an Argos store for a full refund of £39.99/?48.99. You will not need a receipt.
"The safety of our customers is our highest priority, please be assured that no other highchair is affected by this issue. We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this issue. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us on our helpline on: UK freephone - 0800 0113 462, ROI freephone - 1800 946 744."
What have River Island recalled?
River Island have recalled several items of baby clothing.
Product details:
Product No. 496977
Name: White Broderie Romper
Sold from May to September 2020
Product No. 496979
Name: White Broderie Dress and Knickers
Sold from May to April to May 2020
River Island said: "It has come to our attention that the above products do not meet our usual high standards for quality and safety as the metal decals may become detached from this specific broderie fabric, which could present a choking hazard.
"As customer safety is our highest priority, we are immediately recalling these styles.
"Please note this recall does not affect any other River Island product with decals."
"Return the whole product to us in store or post them to us for a full refund inclusive of postage.
"Identification numbers can be found printed on the garment wash care label.
Returns address: Freepost, RI Customer Service Parcels
"We thank you for your cooperation and apologise for any inconvenience."
What are Lidl recalling?
Lidl have issued a recall for the Silvercrest 2-in-1 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner and Battery / Charger.
Lidl said: "The supplier, Hoyer Handel GmbH, is recalling the above-mentioned product as it may pose as a fire hazard when in use and when charging.
"Neither the vacuum cleaner nor the battery or charger should be used.
"If you have bought the above-mentioned product, and are already making an essential trip to a Lidl GB store you can return the item to the store for a full refund, with or without a receipt.
"Alternatively, please dispose of the product and email customer.services@lidl.co.uk, including a photo of the affected product. The Customer Services team will process this refund via letter.
"No other Silvercrest products in Lidl GB stores are affected by this recall.
"Lidl GB wishes to apologise for any inconvenience caused.
"Any customers with queries or concerns can contact Customer Services on 0370 444 1234."


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Covid crisis fuels demand at bicycle shops

BICYCLE shops have seen a huge increase in demand since the Covid crisis began – but the surge has left them struggling to get fresh stock .
The boom has left some retailers unwilling to promise customers that youngsters can get a bike for Christmas .
Independent shops have seen a similar surge to that reported by the chain Halfords , which increased its profit forecast after people chose “ staycations ” and bicycling over foreign holidays .
Martin Ross , bicycle mechanic at Forge Cycleworks in Ringwood , said : “ We had a massive surge in a huge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been working in the bike industry since I left school .
I ’ m 47 and I ’ ve never seen anything like it .
It went absolutely bonkers .
“ We couldn ’ t build brand new bikes fast enough .
We could sell anything in the shop as soon as we put it out.
” But he said the whole world had run into a supply problem , with factories struggling to keep up with the demand for bikes and spares .
“ It ’ s quite stressful .
It was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ ve made our money for the year ’ but we ’ ve been turning people away.
” The shop has bikes on order and they are arriving in small batches .
Customers can place orders or match their needs to a bike already ordered .
It has also seen a surge in demand for repairs to bicycles , but a shortage of parts has lengthened waiting times .
“ You have to do a lot of repair work to do the same money as selling bikes , ” he added .
Andy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a Poole-based retailer of cycle clothing , saw turnover up 16 per cent in the third quarter of the financial year compared with 2019 , with web visits up 15 per cent and new customers up eight per cent .
“ As a life-long cyclist , it was truly wonderful to see so many people enjoy re-discover the joys of riding a bike during the lockdown , and our sales certainly improved during the first eight weeks of lockdown after a significant downturn after the TV address from the PM , ” he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be the more experienced cyclists , so I suspect the upsurge was simply people had more time to ride their bikes with little else to do.
” Halfords , the national seller of bicycles and car parts , had feared a £10million half-year loss , but later predicted a £35-40m profit and then revised its predicted profit to £55m .

The boom has left some retailers unwilling to promise customers that youngsters can get a bike for Christmas.
Independent shops have seen a similar surge to that reported by the chain Halfords, which increased its profit forecast after people chose “staycations” and bicycling over foreign holidays.
Martin Ross, bicycle mechanic at Forge Cycleworks in Ringwood, said: “We had a massive surge in a huge range of bikes. I’ve been working in the bike industry since I left school. I’m 47 and I’ve never seen anything like it. It went absolutely bonkers.
“We couldn’t build brand new bikes fast enough. We could sell anything in the shop as soon as we put it out.”
But he said the whole world had run into a supply problem, with factories struggling to keep up with the demand for bikes and spares.
“It’s quite stressful. It was brilliant because we were thinking ‘We’ve made our money for the year’ but we’ve been turning people away.”
The shop has bikes on order and they are arriving in small batches. Customers can place orders or match their needs to a bike already ordered.
It has also seen a surge in demand for repairs to bicycles, but a shortage of parts has lengthened waiting times.
“You have to do a lot of repair work to do the same money as selling bikes,” he added.
Andy Storey, who owns Prendas Ciclismo, a Poole-based retailer of cycle clothing, saw turnover up 16 per cent in the third quarter of the financial year compared with 2019, with web visits up 15 per cent and new customers up eight per cent.
“As a life-long cyclist, it was truly wonderful to see so many people enjoy re-discover the joys of riding a bike during the lockdown, and our sales certainly improved during the first eight weeks of lockdown after a significant downturn after the TV address from the PM,” he said.
“Our customer base tends to be the more experienced cyclists, so I suspect the upsurge was simply people had more time to ride their bikes with little else to do.”
Halfords, the national seller of bicycles and car parts, had feared a £10million half-year loss, but later predicted a £35-40m profit and then revised its predicted profit to £55m.


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Hampshire farm shop is given £60,000 revamp by second generation farmers

A FAMILY farm shop in the heart of the Meon Valley has relaunched after a £60,000 refurbishment to provide more choice while cutting back on plastics and packaging to improve its environmental credentials .
Westlands Farm Shop at Pricketts Hill near Wickham has expanded into its former tea room to create space for a new delicatessen , self-serve refill stations and more room for fruit and veg from the farm .
Meon Valley MP Flick Drummond cut the ribbon to officially launch the new look shop – and then did some of her own shopping while she was visiting .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a fresh milk vending machine and can fill their own containers with a wide range of other dried foods and cereals from refill stations .
Westlands has also teamed up with family run company ‘ Fill ’ which supplies no-waste biodegradable and environmentally responsible cleaning products for people with their own containers .
Westlands will continue to sell its own hand-reared free-range beef and lamb , along with locally sourced free-range game , pork , seasonal meats , fresh bread , cheese , wine and gifts .
Home-grown strawberries and raspberries produced on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will still be available too .
A new entrance for the shop has been created as part of the works to enable social distancing and to keep the shopping environment as safe as it can be .
Graham and Kayleigh Collett are the second generation owners of Westlands Farm and decided on the investment and transformation of the shop when lockdown came and they were forced to close the tea room .
“ We have been a bit cramped for space in the farm shop as the demand for more ethically-produced and locally-sourced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Covid-19 lockdown , ” said Kayleigh .
“ We felt that we could make better use of the space where the tea room used to be by having a wider range of products that were more aligned with our own ethical and environmental priorities .
“ We wanted to offer more but reduce the reliance on plastics and packaging .
That ’ s why we have gone for the refill stations where people can buy as little or as much as they need and fill their own containers .
“ We are especially @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Meon Valley Milk from a vending machine - people can refill their own bottles with milk from cows a couple of miles away . ''

Westlands Farm Shop at Pricketts Hill near Wickham has expanded into its former tea room to create space for a new delicatessen, self-serve refill stations and more room for fruit and veg from the farm.
Meon Valley MP Flick Drummond cut the ribbon to officially launch the new look shop – and then did some of her own shopping while she was visiting.
Shoppers are encouraged to refill bottles from a fresh milk vending machine and can fill their own containers with a wide range of other dried foods and cereals from refill stations. Westlands has also teamed up with family run company ‘Fill’ which supplies no-waste biodegradable and environmentally responsible cleaning products for people with their own containers.
Westlands will continue to sell its own hand-reared free-range beef and lamb, along with locally sourced free-range game, pork, seasonal meats, fresh bread, cheese, wine and gifts. Home-grown strawberries and raspberries produced on the farm nine months of the year will still be available too.
A new entrance for the shop has been created as part of the works to enable social distancing and to keep the shopping environment as safe as it can be.
Graham and Kayleigh Collett are the second generation owners of Westlands Farm and decided on the investment and transformation of the shop when lockdown came and they were forced to close the tea room.
“We have been a bit cramped for space in the farm shop as the demand for more ethically-produced and locally-sourced products has continued during and after the Covid-19 lockdown,” said Kayleigh.
“We felt that we could make better use of the space where the tea room used to be by having a wider range of products that were more aligned with our own ethical and environmental priorities.
“We wanted to offer more but reduce the reliance on plastics and packaging. That’s why we have gone for the refill stations where people can buy as little or as much as they need and fill their own containers.
“We are especially pleased to be able to offer fresh Meon Valley Milk from a vending machine - people can refill their own bottles with milk from cows a couple of miles away."


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thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Aldi and Lidl middle aisles - what's available from Thursday, October 22?

The latest items hitting the shelves in the middle of Aldi and Lidl on Thursday , October 15 , 2020 @ @ @ @ @ retailers .
We 've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each @ @ @ @ @ Aldi are holding a toy event as part of their Specialbuys set of deals .
@ @ @ @ @ Supermarket will only be available to buy online for £39.99 each .
A Large Peter @ @ @ @ @ ) will go on sale for £14.99 each .
Plus , a Little Town Kids @ @ @ @ @ on sale for £34.99 each .
In the middle of Lidl this week , the @ @ @ @ @ of products , including autumn fashion , baby car , home tech , plus indoor @ @ @ @ @ , Silvercrest True Wireless Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones for £24.99 each .

We've rounded-up some of the highlights to look out for in each supermarket.
Aldi
This week, Aldi are holding a toy event as part of their Specialbuys set of deals.
These include:
A Little Town Wooden Aldi Supermarket will only be available to buy online for £39.99 each.
A Large Peter Rabbit Soft Toy (42cm) will go on sale for £14.99 each.
Plus, a Little Town Kids' Chevron Teepee will go on sale for £34.99 each.
For more details, visit Aldi.co.uk.
Lidl
In the middle of Lidl this week, the supermarket chain have a range of products, including autumn fashion, baby car, home tech, plus indoor and outdoor plants.
These include:
Livergy Men’s Boots for £14.99 per pair.
A BT Video Baby Monitor for £39.99 each.
Plus, Silvercrest True Wireless Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones for £24.99 each.
For more details, visit: Lidl.co.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Spitfire made in Eastleigh used to make anniversary watches

AN ENGINE from a Spitfire flown in the Battle of Britain has been melted down and turned into watches .
Zero West is a classic , luxury , watch brand based in Emsworth , that was lucky enough to get its hands on a Merlin engine from a downed Spitfire .
The plane was rediscovered by a fishing boat in the 1990s and founders of the company , two friends , Andrew Barbyn and Graham Collins , have been working to create a set of watches out of the melted down engine material .
On top of creating their watches @ @ @ @ @ @ @ S4 P9427 , the pair also wanted to learn the backstory of the plane the material came from .
After extensive research , going through several RAF records and experts , they deduced that the plane , a Mark 1 Spitfire , was manufactured in Eastleigh and flown by a Polish exile during World War 2 .
The plane was involved in a dog fight over the Needles on the Isle of Wight where it was downed , but only after it was used by the Pole , Sergeant Pilot Zygmunt Klein , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that , just weeks earlier , had been decorated by Adolf Hitler .
Having now turned the engine into 80 watches to mark the 80th anniversary of the battle of Britain , the two friends are just happy that the backstory of the plane and pilot that is finally being told .
Andrew Brabyn , one of the founders , said : “ It was a fantastic story to uncover and it has really engaged with a lot of people and been very rewarding .
“ Once we got a little bit of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out as much as we could and the story overtook the watch in the end.
” Each watch has been laser engraved with a drawing of the spitfire and a silhouette of the needles .
Interest has been high for the watches , with over half having sold already .
Andrew added : “ The response has been really good and the interest along the South Coast is especially high .
“ They are proving to be popular and it ’ s just about getting that backstory out there .
“ The story @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reconnected everything .
“ It was a lot of work and we came to a lot of dead-ends , but it has been really worthwhile.
” The watches are being sold at £2,500 each and some have already been purchased by people as far away as Australia and the USA .

Zero West is a classic, luxury, watch brand based in Emsworth, that was lucky enough to get its hands on a Merlin engine from a downed Spitfire.
The plane was rediscovered by a fishing boat in the 1990s and founders of the company, two friends, Andrew Barbyn and Graham Collins, have been working to create a set of watches out of the melted down engine material.
On top of creating their watches, which they have called, Spitfire S4 P9427, the pair also wanted to learn the backstory of the plane the material came from.
After extensive research, going through several RAF records and experts, they deduced that the plane, a Mark 1 Spitfire, was manufactured in Eastleigh and flown by a Polish exile during World War 2.
The plane was involved in a dog fight over the Needles on the Isle of Wight where it was downed, but only after it was used by the Pole, Sergeant Pilot Zygmunt Klein, to shoot down a German flying ace that, just weeks earlier, had been decorated by Adolf Hitler.
Having now turned the engine into 80 watches to mark the 80th anniversary of the battle of Britain, the two friends are just happy that the backstory of the plane and pilot that is finally being told.
Andrew Brabyn, one of the founders, said: “It was a fantastic story to uncover and it has really engaged with a lot of people and been very rewarding.
“Once we got a little bit of information, we just wanted to find out as much as we could and the story overtook the watch in the end.”
Each watch has been laser engraved with a drawing of the spitfire and a silhouette of the needles.
Interest has been high for the watches, with over half having sold already.
Andrew added: “The response has been really good and the interest along the South Coast is especially high.
“They are proving to be popular and it’s just about getting that backstory out there.
“The story was lost and now we’ve reconnected everything.
“It was a lot of work and we came to a lot of dead-ends, but it has been really worthwhile.”
The watches are being sold at £2,500 each and some have already been purchased by people as far away as Australia and the USA.


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Plan for bungalow at Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, thrown out

PLANS to build a bungalow on the Hampshire coastline have been rejected for the second time .
OPM ( Bournemouth @ @ @ @ @ after an application relating to a site at Hurst Road , Milford on Sea , @ @ @ @ @ Forest District Council .
But government-planning inspector Robin Buchanan has upheld the council 's decision @ @ @ @ @ proposed development would be `` manifestly out of keeping '' with other homes in the @ @ @ @ @ be `` unduly prominent and obtrusive '' .
He added ; `` The proposal would @ @ @ @ @ the seafront and beyond , including a low cafe building which is an intrinsic part @ @ @ @ @ Consequently I find the proposal would cause harm to the area . ''

OPM (Bournemouth) Ltd lodged an appeal after an application relating to a site at Hurst Road, Milford on Sea, was turned down by New Forest District Council.
But government-planning inspector Robin Buchanan has upheld the council's decision.
Mr Buchanan said the proposed development would be "manifestly out of keeping" with other homes in the area. It would also be "unduly prominent and obtrusive".
He added; "The proposal would significantly detract from views towards the seafront and beyond, including a low cafe building which is an intrinsic part of the seafront.
"Consequently I find the proposal would cause harm to the area."


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Plan to improve bungalow at Pegasus Avenue, Hordle, rejected

AN appeal has been lodged after civic chiefs rejected the latest application to upgrade a bungalow .
New Forest District @ @ @ @ @ new proposal to alter the roof of a property at Pegasus Avenue in Hordle .
@ @ @ @ @ : `` This application follows a previously refused scheme which was dismissed on appeal .
@ @ @ @ @ the volume of the roof to provide three bedrooms , a bathroom and en-suite facilities @ @ @ @ @ floor .
`` Whilst some improvements have been made to the former proposal it is @ @ @ @ @ the height of the roof would be detrimental to the street scene . ''
The @ @ @ @ @ planning inspector will quash the council 's decision .

New Forest District Council refused to support a new proposal to alter the roof of a property at Pegasus Avenue in Hordle.
A report to councillors said: "This application follows a previously refused scheme which was dismissed on appeal.
"The proposal would extend the volume of the roof to provide three bedrooms, a bathroom and en-suite facilities in the newly created first floor.
"Whilst some improvements have been made to the former proposal it is considered that any increase in the height of the roof would be detrimental to the street scene."
The applicants are hoping a government-appointed planning inspector will quash the council's decision.


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--LETTER - Saints vouchers - shameful attempt to please fans

I read with interest the letter from Sue Wallace about her experience with the £35 vouchers from Southampton Football Club .
Whilst it seemed a good gesture it clearly was a failure for many of us .
I was originally advised that the codes in the original email were wrong .
When I got the new email on Thursday October 1 after 1pm it stated that the vouchers were only available until midnight Friday October 2 .
I spoke to someone at the club who then gave a 48 hour extension to the vouchers which I thought was good until @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there was only old stock of mugs pens etc available and any clothing was not available or if it was available it was only small sizes .
My 12-year-old grandson who I was going to get things for saw nothing to even get him enthused .
I think this was no way to treat supporters and I emailed my thoughts to the club .
It was a shameful attempt to please the supporters as far as I am concerned .
I suspect that many people like me did not bother to eventually take @ @ @ @

Whilst it seemed a good gesture it clearly was a failure for many of us.
I was originally advised that the codes in the original email were wrong.
When I got the new email on Thursday October 1 after 1pm it stated that the vouchers were only available until midnight Friday October 2.
I spoke to someone at the club who then gave a 48 hour extension to the vouchers which I thought was good until I went online.
I found that there was only old stock of mugs pens etc available and any clothing was not available or if it was available it was only small sizes.
My 12-year-old grandson who I was going to get things for saw nothing to even get him enthused.
I think this was no way to treat supporters and I emailed my thoughts to the club.
It was a shameful attempt to please the supporters as far as I am concerned.
I suspect that many people like me did not bother to eventually take up this offer.
Dennis Snelgar
email


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--LETTER - Five not wearing masks on trip to Lordshill Sansbury's

ON a trip to Sainsbury ’ s at Lordshill for a quiet afternoon 's shopping , I noticed at least @ @ @ @ @ any form of masking .
After all the government 's plea to cover up , @ @ @ @ @ others , I find that there is a number of people who brazenly think this @ @ @ @ @ them .
The staff at the shop do not get involved or even comment .
@ @ @ @ @ authorities get involved with a policeman spending a certain amount of his shift refusing them @ @ @ @ @ Of course there are people who are exempt , we don ’ t know who @ @ @ @ @ seems to be a lot of them .
Authority should be backed up , what @ @ @ @ @ reminders if we can ’ t back them up ?
Now taking 30 minutes of @ @ @ @ @ about the other numerous hours , for a shop opens seven days a week .
@ @ @ @ @ all , if rules are deliberately ignored .

After all the government's plea to cover up, because of the threat to others, I find that there is a number of people who brazenly think this doesn’t apply to them.
The staff at the shop do not get involved or even comment.
Why doesn’t the authorities get involved with a policeman spending a certain amount of his shift refusing them admission at the door.
Of course there are people who are exempt, we don’t know who they are, but there seems to be a lot of them.
Authority should be backed up, what is the use of constant reminders if we can’t back them up?
Now taking 30 minutes of one quiet day, what about the other numerous hours, for a shop opens seven days a week.
There is no hope for all, if rules are deliberately ignored.
Alan Blandford
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Southampton could see Christmas snow according to new forecast

LONG-RANGE forecasts show Southampton could be in for a white Christmas this year .
Experts at AccuWeather say Southampton could see dustings of white over the Christmas period with the first snowflake predicted to fall on December 22 .
Temperatures are expected to dip to -1 overnight in the days leading up to December 25 making the perfect conditions for snow fall .
The weather experts have predicted snow showers on Christmas Eve and Boxing day .
But with just half a centimetre predicted on each day it is unlikely that the snow fall will cause any disruption to normal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Met Office say they can only accurately forecast if snow is likely on any given Christmas Day `` up to five days beforehand '' .
Currently , the Met Office ’ s long range forecasts only run until early November .
That ’ s because “ when looking at forecasts beyond five days into the future the chaotic nature of the atmosphere starts to come into play , ” they say .
Technically , 2017 was the last white Christmas , and was actually the second one in consecutive years , following @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , neither Christmas saw widespread snow , and there were no reports of snow actually settling on the ground .
The last Christmas that could be considered a true white Christmas was 2010 .
That year , snow coverings were reported by 83 % of the weather stations used by the Met Office to monitor snowfall , the highest amount ever recorded .
According to AccuWeather December will also bring with it plenty of sunny spells making it the month perfect for outside festivities .

Experts at AccuWeather say Southampton could see dustings of white over the Christmas period with the first snowflake predicted to fall on December 22.
Temperatures are expected to dip to -1 overnight in the days leading up to December 25 making the perfect conditions for snow fall.
The weather experts have predicted snow showers on Christmas Eve and Boxing day.
But with just half a centimetre predicted on each day it is unlikely that the snow fall will cause any disruption to normal life.
In contradiction to the forecast the Met Office say they can only accurately forecast if snow is likely on any given Christmas Day "up to five days beforehand".
Currently, the Met Office’s long range forecasts only run until early November.
That’s because “when looking at forecasts beyond five days into the future the chaotic nature of the atmosphere starts to come into play,” they say.
Technically, 2017 was the last white Christmas, and was actually the second one in consecutive years, following a similar Christmas in 2016.
However, neither Christmas saw widespread snow, and there were no reports of snow actually settling on the ground.
The last Christmas that could be considered a true white Christmas was 2010. That year, snow coverings were reported by 83% of the weather stations used by the Met Office to monitor snowfall, the highest amount ever recorded.
According to AccuWeather December will also bring with it plenty of sunny spells making it the month perfect for outside festivities.


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Toby Carvery reveal 'little-known' extra service at dozens of restaurants

Toby Carvery have revealed more about a 'little-known ' service which allows fans to enjoy meals in the comfort of their own home .
While many of us wo n't be able to enjoy a meal with friends or family , the restaurant chain have an alternative option so food fans do n't miss out .
Dozens of branches across the country have a special 'takeaway ' option , which allows customers to come and collect meals , plus a number of locations also offer a delivery service .
We 've put together what you need to know about the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an order via the Toby Carvery website .
The website states : `` Select the time you would like to pick up the takeaway from your local Toby restaurant .
`` Choose what you would like from the menus – starters , mains and puddings .
Check everything is correct on your order .
`` Pay for your order using credit or debit card through our safe and secure payment system .
`` We will confirm your order and our chefs will start putting together your meal , so it is ready at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also send you an email as a receipt and confirmation . ''
Using our online takeaway booking system , you choose what time you would like to pick up your order and choose from our great selection of real food menus .
You pay online and once confirmed we start making your order at the chosen venue .
You can then relax knowing our chefs are hard at work putting your order together .
When you arrive at the venue , we will grab your takeaway and you can go home to enjoy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are the takeaways packaged ?
The chain added : `` We use a variety of recyclable cardboard and plastic packaging designed to keep your food fresh , piping hot and looking good all the way from our restaurant to your home with no spillages . ''
Can takeaway orders be placed within restaurants ?
`` Rather than ordering online you can pop into your local Toby restaurant and order a takeaway from inside .
`` Our friendly staff will be more than happy to help .
It shouldn ’ t take long to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ during our peak hours it may take a little longer than usual , '' the chain added .
What ca n't customers order through the takeaway service ?
The earliest customers can order is for an 11.45am pickup and latest is 10pm .
Toby Carvery added : `` We don ’ t offer our breakfast menu for takeaway at the moment and neither can you order drinks for takeaway .
`` Our starters , mains , puddings and kid ’ s menus are all available to order for takeaway though . ''
Which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
According to the Toby Carvery website , the following branches offer the takeaway service :

While many of us won't be able to enjoy a meal with friends or family, the restaurant chain have an alternative option so food fans don't miss out.
Dozens of branches across the country have a special 'takeaway' option, which allows customers to come and collect meals, plus a number of locations also offer a delivery service.
We've put together what you need to know about the service.
How to order a Toby takeaway?
Customers will need to place an order via the Toby Carvery website.
The website states: "Select the time you would like to pick up the takeaway from your local Toby restaurant.
"Choose what you would like from the menus – starters, mains and puddings. Check everything is correct on your order.
"Pay for your order using credit or debit card through our safe and secure payment system.
"We will confirm your order and our chefs will start putting together your meal, so it is ready at your chosen pick-up time. We will also send you an email as a receipt and confirmation."
How does Toby Takeaway work?
Using our online takeaway booking system, you choose what time you would like to pick up your order and choose from our great selection of real food menus. You pay online and once confirmed we start making your order at the chosen venue. You can then relax knowing our chefs are hard at work putting your order together. When you arrive at the venue, we will grab your takeaway and you can go home to enjoy Toby’s famous roast!
How are the takeaways packaged?
The chain added: "We use a variety of recyclable cardboard and plastic packaging designed to keep your food fresh, piping hot and looking good all the way from our restaurant to your home with no spillages."
Can takeaway orders be placed within restaurants?
"Rather than ordering online you can pop into your local Toby restaurant and order a takeaway from inside.
"Our friendly staff will be more than happy to help. It shouldn’t take long to put together but if it’s during our peak hours it may take a little longer than usual," the chain added.
What can't customers order through the takeaway service?
The earliest customers can order is for an 11.45am pickup and latest is 10pm.
Toby Carvery added: "We don’t offer our breakfast menu for takeaway at the moment and neither can you order drinks for takeaway.
"Our starters, mains, puddings and kid’s menus are all available to order for takeaway though."
Which Toby Carvery branches offer the new service?
According to the Toby Carvery website, the following branches offer the takeaway service:


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--LETTER - Niece gave up holiday to Cornwall to look after me

I slipped and fell heavily on my wet patio and dislocated my shoulder and broke several ribs .
My treatment at the general hospital was speedy and exemplary .
My sister ’ s daughter came to my aid and as I live alone she cancelled her planned holiday with her husband , being a week in Cornwall , to stay and look after me .
On claiming on her travel insurance she was informed that as I am not a “ close ” relative they declined payment .
In the small print it lists what they define as “ close @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spouse ’ s parents .
My niece is a blood relative and is very close to me , whereas her parents-in-law would hardly fit into this category .
On looking up several web sites of different travel insurance companies she found similar wording , so they are all in league with one another .
So not only have her and her husband lost their much-needed break away from work and routine , but are also out of pocket .
I really do think that travel insurance companies should revise their policy and decide @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who are comparative strangers , as most parents-in-law are .

My treatment at the general hospital was speedy and exemplary.
My sister’s daughter came to my aid and as I live alone she cancelled her planned holiday with her husband, being a week in Cornwall, to stay and look after me.
On claiming on her travel insurance she was informed that as I am not a “close” relative they declined payment.
In the small print it lists what they define as “close” relatives and they even mention a spouse’s parents.
My niece is a blood relative and is very close to me, whereas her parents-in-law would hardly fit into this category.
On looking up several web sites of different travel insurance companies she found similar wording, so they are all in league with one another.
So not only have her and her husband lost their much-needed break away from work and routine, but are also out of pocket.
I really do think that travel insurance companies should revise their policy and decide who are“close” relatives and who are comparative strangers, as most parents-in-law are.
Patricia Newman
Totton


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Jean Socrates honoured after round the world voyage

A HAMPSHIRE grandmother has won a bravery award after becoming the oldest person to sail around the world single-handed , non-stop and unassisted .
Jeanne Socrates triumphed in the active agers category at the Amplifon Awards for Brave Britons , which were hosted by BBC Breakfast presenter Rachel Burden .
Jeanne , 78 , of Lymington , was nominated after completing the latest in a series of round-the-world voyages .
The former maths teacher is currently in Australia , which has closed its borders because of Covid-19 pandemic .
After joining the virtual ceremony via Zoom she said : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ am absolutely staggered and feel very humbled .
“ I 've had to stay in Australia a few months because of coronavirus but I now want to get back to my boat in Canada .
`` After my record-breaking sail it needs a lot of repair work and then I can go sailing again.
” The judges added : `` At a time of life when people of her years are expected to be taking it easy Jeanne went into turbo charge .
“ She was chosen as the winner for her bravery @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the world single-handedly , not only once but three times .
`` On her latest voyage she broke the world record for being the oldest person to achieve the challenge .
And all this was done after losing her beloved husband George , with whom she learned to sail when they were in their 50s.
” • Jean Socrates to sail the seas on her own As reported in the Daily Echo , Jeanne left Victoria , Ontario , in October 2018 and arrived back 11 months later .
She beat the previous @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 71 when he completed a 233-day unbroken solo lap of the world in 2005 .
Other award winners include England footballer Marcus Rashford , who persuaded the government to provide school meals for 1.3 million vulnerable children over the summer , and Captain Sir Tom Moore , who raised almost £40m for NHS Charities Together by walking 100 laps of his garden .
Amplifon , which makes hearing aids , was founded in 1950 by Major Charles Holland .
He served in the Royal Corps of Signals during the Second World War , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
His bravery was also recognised by the US , which awarded him the Bronze Star Medal .

Jeanne Socrates triumphed in the active agers category at the Amplifon Awards for Brave Britons, which were hosted by BBC Breakfast presenter Rachel Burden.
Jeanne, 78, of Lymington, was nominated after completing the latest in a series of round-the-world voyages.
The former maths teacher is currently in Australia, which has closed its borders because of Covid-19 pandemic.
After joining the virtual ceremony via Zoom she said: "Winning this award is fantastic. I am absolutely staggered and feel very humbled.
“I've had to stay in Australia a few months because of coronavirus but I now want to get back to my boat in Canada.
"After my record-breaking sail it needs a lot of repair work and then I can go sailing again.”
The judges added: "At a time of life when people of her years are expected to be taking it easy Jeanne went into turbo charge.
“She was chosen as the winner for her bravery and endeavour by sailing 25,000 miles around the world single-handedly, not only once but three times.
"On her latest voyage she broke the world record for being the oldest person to achieve the challenge. And all this was done after losing her beloved husband George, with whom she learned to sail when they were in their 50s.”
As reported in the Daily Echo, Jeanne left Victoria, Ontario, in October 2018 and arrived back 11 months later.
She beat the previous record-holder, Minoru Saito, who was 71 when he completed a 233-day unbroken solo lap of the world in 2005.
Other award winners include England footballer Marcus Rashford, who persuaded the government to provide school meals for 1.3 million vulnerable children over the summer, and Captain Sir Tom Moore, who raised almost £40m for NHS Charities Together by walking 100 laps of his garden.
Amplifon, which makes hearing aids, was founded in 1950 by Major Charles Holland.
He served in the Royal Corps of Signals during the Second World War, receiving the MBE and the Military Cross. His bravery was also recognised by the US, which awarded him the Bronze Star Medal.


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--LETTERS: Taxpayers cash shouldn't be wasted on private firms

There have been calls for more powers and funding to local authorities to decide on local measures and to implement @ @ @ @ @ the infection rate of COVID19 .
Councillors from different parties , including the two main @ @ @ @ @ calls .
People who have been in contact with someone who tested positive need to @ @ @ @ @ need an income .
The government provided millions of pounds to some private companies to @ @ @ @ @ soon after they paid a generous dividend to their shareholders .
They also keep giving @ @ @ @ @ and other companies who have done such a bad job of test and trace , @ @ @ @ @ being given to private consultants to help them improve .
That is transferring taxpayers ’ @ @ @ @ @ .
What we need is to use taxpayers ’ money to protect the public at @ @ @ @ @ , good jobs and housing to youngsters and to deal with climate change .

Councillors from different parties, including the two main ones, have made such calls.
People who have been in contact with someone who tested positive need to isolate, but they also need an income.
The government provided millions of pounds to some private companies to keep them going, even soon after they paid a generous dividend to their shareholders.
They also keep giving millions of pounds to SERCO and other companies who have done such a bad job of test and trace, that now more millions are being given to private consultants to help them improve.
That is transferring taxpayers’ money to a few pockets.
What we need is to use taxpayers’ money to protect the public at large, to provide training, good jobs and housing to youngsters and to deal with climate change.
Abelardo Clariana-Piga
Southanpton


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--NatWest chief financial officer Katie Murray hears from businesswomen

THE top finance boss at NatWest Group paid a “ virtual visit ” to hear from local women in business how they were coping amid coronavirus and Brexit .
Katie Murray , the bank ’ s chief financial officer , asked female entrepreneurs in Hampshire and Dorset how the bank was doing and how they saw the economy .
She said : “ I never walk past the opportunity to get to meet with some of the entrepreneurs and customers that we work with because when you ’ re the CFO of the bank , you get so much information @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s lovely to actually hear a little bit first hand in terms of what ’ s really happening and what you feel like.
” Ellie Osman , managing director of the edible nut importer and exporter Minerva Global at New Alresford , Winchester , said there had been challenges supplying to food distributors and snack makers all over the world .
But she added : “ Part of it , I think , has been really good for the team .
Some of it is crisis management , some of it ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you pull together and weather this storm ?
“ We were in a period of accelerated growth .
This year I think will just be a case of standing still and if we come out this year having stood still , then I think we ’ ve done a great job and I ’ m very proud of the team as a result.
” She said she had been devoting part of the week planning for the longer term future “ to keep my mental strength up ” and had been having discussions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a Zoom call included Cheryl Hadland , founder and managing director of Bournemouth-based Hadland Care Group , whose Tops Day Nurseries are sited across the south including Winchester , Fawley and Lymington .
She said : “ I guess this has been probably the toughest period in business for me ever.
” She said the crisis had taken its toll on staff wellbeing and on revenue , which was down to a quarter of its pre-Covid levels during lockdown .
“ I did furlough a lot of staff and we were able to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ helped enormously , ” she said .
“ Three weeks into furlough , the government suddenly announced that anybody that gets any government funding at all , you can ’ t claim all your furlough .
“ Having already furloughed a load of people , that was the real low point of the whole thing .
I basically fell apart over the weekend .
I wrote to MPs , councillors and anyone I could think of to say ‘ This is grossly unfair , you can ’ t announce we can use furlough @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t after I ’ ve already told my staff ’ .
It ’ s just unbelievable .
“ I know the government are struggling because they ’ re having to make decisions from the hip just like we are and I think my whole leadership style had to change .
I went into emergency mode and instead of being very consultative and open and ‘ What are your opinions ?
’ , I was going ‘ Bang bang bang , do this , do that ’ , as if it was an emergency @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the company no longer allowed children to bring packed lunches , giving them cooked meals instead .
Instead of 30 part-time administrators at the different nurseries , there was an administration hub with 12 full-time staff She said NatWest had helped by pausing capital repayments .
“ Just to know the bank ’ s not going to pull the rug out from under us when it gets tough – with respect , that does happen and has happened in the past , when things get tough then the banks get even tougher , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time , ” she said .
“ Things have got tough and I felt the banks have been in support and that ’ s been fantastic , ” she added .
Katie Murray said : “ That ’ s certainly what we ’ ve been trying to do , to actually get through all this together is going to be better for all of us and anything or more short term or shorter focus would be very challenging .
”

Katie Murray, the bank’s chief financial officer, asked female entrepreneurs in Hampshire and Dorset how the bank was doing and how they saw the economy.
She said: “I never walk past the opportunity to get to meet with some of the entrepreneurs and customers that we work with because when you’re the CFO of the bank, you get so much information filtered up to you, so it’s lovely to actually hear a little bit first hand in terms of what’s really happening and what you feel like.”
Ellie Osman, managing director of the edible nut importer and exporter Minerva Global at New Alresford, Winchester, said there had been challenges supplying to food distributors and snack makers all over the world.
But she added: “Part of it, I think, has been really good for the team. Some of it is crisis management, some of it’s really as a team how do you pull together and weather this storm?
“We were in a period of accelerated growth. This year I think will just be a case of standing still and if we come out this year having stood still, then I think we’ve done a great job and I’m very proud of the team as a result.”
She said she had been devoting part of the week planning for the longer term future “to keep my mental strength up” and had been having discussions about new technologies.
Other participants on a Zoom call included Cheryl Hadland, founder and managing director of Bournemouth-based Hadland Care Group, whose Tops Day Nurseries are sited across the south including Winchester, Fawley and Lymington.
She said: “I guess this has been probably the toughest period in business for me ever.”
She said the crisis had taken its toll on staff wellbeing and on revenue, which was down to a quarter of its pre-Covid levels during lockdown.
“I did furlough a lot of staff and we were able to cut our costs right down. Furlough helped enormously,” she said.
“Three weeks into furlough, the government suddenly announced that anybody that gets any government funding at all, you can’t claim all your furlough.
“Having already furloughed a load of people, that was the real low point of the whole thing. I basically fell apart over the weekend. I wrote to MPs, councillors and anyone I could think of to say ‘This is grossly unfair, you can’t announce we can use furlough and then announce that we can’t after I’ve already told my staff’. It’s just unbelievable.
“I know the government are struggling because they’re having to make decisions from the hip just like we are and I think my whole leadership style had to change. I went into emergency mode and instead of being very consultative and open and ‘What are your opinions?’, I was going ‘Bang bang bang, do this, do that’, as if it was an emergency first aid situation.”
She told how the company no longer allowed children to bring packed lunches, giving them cooked meals instead. Instead of 30 part-time administrators at the different nurseries, there was an administration hub with 12 full-time staff
She said NatWest had helped by pausing capital repayments. “Just to know the bank’s not going to pull the rug out from under us when it gets tough – with respect, that does happen and has happened in the past, when things get tough then the banks get even tougher, but that hasn’t happened this time,” she said.
“Things have got tough and I felt the banks have been in support and that’s been fantastic,” she added.
Katie Murray said: “That’s certainly what we’ve been trying to do, to actually get through all this together is going to be better for all of us and anything or more short term or shorter focus would be very challenging.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Gardening club in Itchen receive £10,000 lottery grant

A GARDENING club in Itchen has received a £10,000 grant from the National Lottery .
The Dahlia Gardening Club has been awarded the money as part of the lotteries Community Fund .
It will be used to help residents in the local community create their own social spaces and gardens to get them outside and active .
The club started in Drummond Court in Itchen when a resident realised there was no where for people to socialise .
Shirley Walters , now chair of the gardening club , got in touch with the council to ask if some unused land @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a community garden .
The council approved of the project and a group of neighbours got together to change the land into an area where they could all socialise .
Shirley , Tina Dier , Victoria Howe and Sharron Whale had to learn new skills as they worked together to create the communal area .
Throughout lockdown , residents aged in their 60s , 70s and 80s have been working tirelessly to transform the garden .
Work included digging and making the land level , as well as painting , laying astro turf @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` They worked so hard , especially during lockdown .
`` We did a lot of digging and we were out there everyday for the three months . ''
Now that their garden is almost complete , the club hope to do the same for other residential areas and are looking for more people to get involved .
Councillor for Peartree , Eamonn Keogh , helped the group apply for the funding and has been supporting the project as it has grown .
He said : `` I think it 's brilliant , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it has been quite a transformation .
`` There is a limit to what the council can do so when residents take these tasks on , it helps to preserve and enhance these garden spaces .
`` Getting out in the fresh air especially when some have had to isolate has been great .
`` They 've exceeded their own and certainly my expectations with the work they have done . ''

The Dahlia Gardening Club has been awarded the money as part of the lotteries Community Fund.
It will be used to help residents in the local community create their own social spaces and gardens to get them outside and active.
The club started in Drummond Court in Itchen when a resident realised there was no where for people to socialise.
Shirley Walters, now chair of the gardening club, got in touch with the council to ask if some unused land in the area could be turned into a community garden.
The council approved of the project and a group of neighbours got together to change the land into an area where they could all socialise.
Shirley, Tina Dier, Victoria Howe and Sharron Whale had to learn new skills as they worked together to create the communal area.
Throughout lockdown, residents aged in their 60s, 70s and 80s have been working tirelessly to transform the garden.
Work included digging and making the land level, as well as painting, laying astro turf and fixing gates.
Shirley said: "They worked so hard, especially during lockdown.
"We did a lot of digging and we were out there everyday for the three months."
Now that their garden is almost complete, the club hope to do the same for other residential areas and are looking for more people to get involved.
Councillor for Peartree, Eamonn Keogh, helped the group apply for the funding and has been supporting the project as it has grown.
He said: "I think it's brilliant, just seeing them do the work, it has been quite a transformation.
"There is a limit to what the council can do so when residents take these tasks on, it helps to preserve and enhance these garden spaces.
"Getting out in the fresh air especially when some have had to isolate has been great.
"They've exceeded their own and certainly my expectations with the work they have done."


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--LETTER - It's not lock down it's lock up

I MUST wonder what exactly are the powers granted by the Coronavirus Act which enables this inept government to think @ @ @ @ @ on ‘ house arrest ’ - in other words lock them up , clamp down @ @ @ @ @ destroy peoples ’ jobs , livelihoods and prospects , decimate the arts , sport , @ @ @ @ @ .
Even police states and countries under martial law don ’ t treat their citizens @ @ @ @ @ does this government get away with taking away peoples ' liberty by inaccurately describing what @ @ @ @ @ , when it is really lock up - can someone in government please enlighten me @ @ @ @ @ ... .

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thedailyecho--2020-10-20--LETTER - Anti-mask brigade would have refused black out during war

I imagine that the anti-mask brigade is made up of the people who would have refused to comply with the @ @ @ @ @ on the grounds that it interfered with their person freedom .


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--LETTER - A quarter of Brexit voters have changed their minds

REMAINERS such as myself are unconvinced by the referendum result for two reasons .
First , the votes were leave 17,410,742 , remain 16,141,241 , a majority of 1,269,241 or 3.8 % but on only a 72 % turn-out , i.e .
over a quarter of those entitled to vote did not do so .
Whether you consider the numbers or the percentage makes no difference to the fact that this was a highly marginal outcome .
The result is , of course , valid .
But unfortunately it was n't decisive .
Secondly , much of the leave campaign @ @ @ @ @ @ @ example that bus with the slogan on the side claiming that if we stopped sending money to Brussels we would have an extra £350 million a week to spend on the NHS .
Then 'Take back control ! '
, which even claimed that the interfering Brussels bureaucrats told us what colour our passports should be when in fact the EU had no policy on the subject and left it to individual countries to choose whatever colour they wanted .
If a deal is n't struck by the end of December , we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of massive queues of lorries clogging up the Channel crossings trying to bring in vital imports of food and medicines or taking economically vital British exports - all this needless disruption when we have the Covid-19 pandemic to deal with .
No wonder , as my newspaper this morning reports , most polls show that a majority of people now think Brexit was a mistake , and by a large margin : 48 % to 39 % .
A quarter of those who voted for Brexit in 2016 have , it appears , @ @ @ @ @

First, the votes were leave 17,410,742, remain 16,141,241, a majority of 1,269,241 or 3.8% but on only a 72% turn-out, i.e. over a quarter of those entitled to vote did not do so.
There were 26,033 spoiled papers.
Whether you consider the numbers or the percentage makes no difference to the fact that this was a highly marginal outcome.
The result is, of course, valid.
But unfortunately it wasn't decisive.
Secondly, much of the leave campaign was based on downright lies, for example that bus with the slogan on the side claiming that if we stopped sending money to Brussels we would have an extra £350 million a week to spend on the NHS.
Then 'Take back control!', which even claimed that the interfering Brussels bureaucrats told us what colour our passports should be when in fact the EU had no policy on the subject and left it to individual countries to choose whatever colour they wanted.
If a deal isn't struck by the end of December, we face the prospect in the new year of massive queues of lorries clogging up the Channel crossings trying to bring in vital imports of food and medicines or taking economically vital British exports - all this needless disruption when we have the Covid-19 pandemic to deal with.
No wonder, as my newspaper this morning reports, most polls show that a majority of people now think Brexit was a mistake, and by a large margin: 48% to 39%.
A quarter of those who voted for Brexit in 2016 have, it appears, now changed their minds.
Martin Kyrle
Chandler's Ford


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Student at Upper Shirley High tests positive for coronavirus

A STUDENT at a Southampton secondary school has tested positive for coronavirus .
Upper Shirley High have confirmed that a @ @ @ @ @ tested positive for coronavirus .
In a letter to parents the school confirmed the case @ @ @ @ @ read : `` We have been made aware of a student of our school community @ @ @ @ @ COVID-19 .
`` We know that you may find this concerning but we are continuing @ @ @ @ @ are working closely with Public Health England .
`` This letter is to inform you @ @ @ @ @ provide advice on how to support your child .
`` Please be reassured that for @ @ @ @ @ be a mild illness . ''
The school remains open at this time .

Upper Shirley High have confirmed that a student at the school has tested positive for coronavirus.
In a letter to parents the school confirmed the case this morning.
The letter read: "We have been made aware of a student of our school community who has tested positive for COVID-19.
"We know that you may find this concerning but we are continuing to monitor the situation and are working closely with Public Health England.
"This letter is to inform you of the current situation and provide advice on how to support your child.
"Please be reassured that for most people, coronavirus will be a mild illness."
The school remains open at this time.


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Members of Hampshire Police Serious Organised Crime Unit 'sent fake porn images of royal family'

Members of a “ toxic ” police unit sent “ explicit and highly offensive ” fake pornographic images of the royal family to a work ’ s WhatsApp group , a disciplinary hearing has heard .
Six officers from Hampshire Police ’ s Serious Organised Crime Unit ( Socu ) office in Basingstoke are accused of breaching professional standards by using “ abhorrent ” language and sending explicit messages and are facing a three-week tribunal in Winchester .
Jason Beer QC , presenting the case against the officers , said that following an anonymous complaint , covert recording devices were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ between March 9 and April 2 , 2018 .
Mr Beer said that on May 22 , 2018 , Pc James Oldfield posted a Photoshopped image of the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex , which had taken place three days earlier .
The image showed a black man exposing his genitals and the caption referred to the unit ’ s only black officer , Detective Constable Sol Koranteng – who is not accused as part of the case – stating “ that ’ s where Sol was on Saturday ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to send the image of a “ black man with his penis out ” , but Oldfield said in interview that he was “ not a racist person ” .
He added : “ Sol ’ s a black man on our team and I ’ m trying to make a joke out of that , saying that was Sol.
” Mr Beer said that later the same day , Oldfield posted a video showing a black man having sex with a drunk white woman at a bus stop , with a caption @ @ @ @ @ @ @ where Sol is today.
” He said Oldfield accepted that it was “ outrageous ” , that he should not have posted the video , but had not intended to be racist .
Mr Beer said that on the same day , Detective Constable Andrew Ferguson sent an image to the Socu WhatsApp group showing the Duke of Sussex having sex with the Duchess of Cambridge .
He said the image was “ explicit and highly offensive ” and added that Ferguson admitted that it was “ completely inappropriate ” and said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ funny about it , it falls well below the professional standards expected of me.
” Mr Beer said that Oldfield was also accused of turning up to work late for an 8am shift on April 1 , 2018 , while still intoxicated from being out drinking into the early hours .
Mr Beer said that Detective Inspector Tim Ireson ( now retired ) spoke to Oldfield after he asked not to be sent to help a colleague with a rape investigation in Southampton .
Oldfield is recorded saying : “ I just don @ @ @ @ @ @ @ anyone , I just don ’ t want anyone to realise that I ’ m still pissed , ( laughter ) , well not pissed , did I say that out loud ?
” Mr Beer said that Ireson said to a colleague : “ I ’ m sure by lunchtime he ’ ll be fighting fit and raring to go and be a useful member of society , until then f*****.
” Mr Beer said that Oldfield denied still being intoxicated when arriving at work , and Ireson did not consider him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ under the influence of drink .
Mr Beer added : “ This episode raises serious and difficult questions of a more general nature for Mr Ireson about the nature of his leadership and supervision of the unit.
” Oldfield , Ferguson , Ireson , along with Detective Sergeant Oliver Lage , Detective Sergeant Gregory Willcox and former Pc Craig Bannerman , are accused of breaching professional standards and all deny gross misconduct .

Six officers from Hampshire Police’s Serious Organised Crime Unit (Socu) office in Basingstoke are accused of breaching professional standards by using “abhorrent” language and sending explicit messages and are facing a three-week tribunal in Winchester.
Jason Beer QC, presenting the case against the officers, said that following an anonymous complaint, covert recording devices were placed in the unit’s offices between March 9 and April 2, 2018.
Mr Beer said that on May 22, 2018, Pc James Oldfield posted a Photoshopped image of the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, which had taken place three days earlier.
The image showed a black man exposing his genitals and the caption referred to the unit’s only black officer, Detective Constable Sol Koranteng – who is not accused as part of the case – stating “that’s where Sol was on Saturday”.
Mr Beer suggested it was racist to send the image of a “black man with his penis out”, but Oldfield said in interview that he was “not a racist person”.
He added: “Sol’s a black man on our team and I’m trying to make a joke out of that, saying that was Sol.”
Mr Beer said that later the same day, Oldfield posted a video showing a black man having sex with a drunk white woman at a bus stop, with a caption stating: “And that’s where Sol is today.”
He said Oldfield accepted that it was “outrageous”, that he should not have posted the video, but had not intended to be racist.
Mr Beer said that on the same day, Detective Constable Andrew Ferguson sent an image to the Socu WhatsApp group showing the Duke of Sussex having sex with the Duchess of Cambridge.
He said the image was “explicit and highly offensive” and added that Ferguson admitted that it was “completely inappropriate” and said: “With hindsight there is absolutely nothing funny about it, it falls well below the professional standards expected of me.”
Mr Beer said that Oldfield was also accused of turning up to work late for an 8am shift on April 1, 2018, while still intoxicated from being out drinking into the early hours.
Mr Beer said that Detective Inspector Tim Ireson (now retired) spoke to Oldfield after he asked not to be sent to help a colleague with a rape investigation in Southampton.
Oldfield is recorded saying: “I just don’t really want to speak to anyone, I just don’t want anyone to realise that I’m still pissed, (laughter), well not pissed, did I say that out loud?”
Mr Beer said that Ireson said to a colleague: “I’m sure by lunchtime he’ll be fighting fit and raring to go and be a useful member of society, until then f*****.”
Mr Beer said that Oldfield denied still being intoxicated when arriving at work, and Ireson did not consider him unfit for work or that he was under the influence of drink.
Mr Beer added: “This episode raises serious and difficult questions of a more general nature for Mr Ireson about the nature of his leadership and supervision of the unit.”
Oldfield, Ferguson, Ireson, along with Detective Sergeant Oliver Lage, Detective Sergeant Gregory Willcox and former Pc Craig Bannerman, are accused of breaching professional standards and all deny gross misconduct.
The hearing continues.


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Man charged with attempted murder after police officer stabbed

A MAN from Oxfordshire has been accused of attempting to kill a police officer in Basingstoke .
Thomas Gracey , @ @ @ @ @ to have stabbed the officer , who is in his 20s , at Churchill Place @ @ @ @ @ 12 ) .
The officer was responding to a concern for welfare when police say @ @ @ @ @ knives .
It caused injuries to his head , neck and hands , and he @ @ @ @ @ wounds .
An eye-witness told the Gazette they saw as many as six police cars @ @ @ @ @ at the scene during the evening of Easter Sunday .
They said one person was @ @ @ @ @ ambulance , while another was taken away in a police van .
The officer has @ @ @ @ @ and returned to work .
Gracey , 44 , will appear at Basingstoke Magistrates ' @ @ @ @ @ charged with attempted murder .

Thomas Gracey, from Littlemore, was alleged to have stabbed the officer, who is in his 20s, at Churchill Place on Easter Sunday (April 12).
The officer was responding to a concern for welfare when police say he was stabbed with two knives.
It caused injuries to his head, neck and hands, and he required hospital treatment for his wounds.
An eye-witness told the Gazette they saw as many as six police cars, plus two ambulances, at the scene during the evening of Easter Sunday.
They said one person was injured and stretchered into an ambulance, while another was taken away in a police van.
The officer has since made a full recovery and returned to work.
Gracey, 44, will appear at Basingstoke Magistrates' Court on December 10, charged with attempted murder.


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Do you know where this picture was taken?

SCROLL DOWN FOR THE ANSWER Can you guess where this picture was taken ?
This photograph will look familar to @ @ @ @ @ city slightly .
The image , snapped shortly before the First World War , shows @ @ @ @ @ similar to how it does today - minus the horse and carts .
• What @ @ @ @ @ you guess where this old picture was taken ?
So where was it taken exactly @ @ @ @ @ guessed correctly .

Can you guess where this picture was taken?
This photograph will look familar to those who venture outside the city slightly.
The image, snapped shortly before the First World War, shows a local village looking very similar to how it does today - minus the horse and carts.
So where was it taken exactly?
Find the answer below.
It's High Street, Botley!
Well done if you guessed correctly.


thedailyecho--2020-10-20--Hampshire business man to face allegations of importing cannabis and supplying it from his shop

A HAMPSHIRE business owner will appear in court to face allegations of importing cannabis and supplying it from his shop @ @ @ @ @ Cafe and Shop in Basingstoke will appear before court next year to face allegations relating @ @ @ @ @ and possessing cannabis with intent to supply .
Fraser Bracey , 27 , of Goldney @ @ @ @ @ face allegations of possessing Class B Cannabis with intent to supply at the Vedas Cafe @ @ @ @ @ , Basingstoke , and being knowingly concerned in the fraudulent evasion of a prohibition on @ @ @ @ @ of Class B Cannabis .
He will appear at Basingstoke Magistrates ' Court on January @ @

The owner of Vedas Cafe and Shop in Basingstoke will appear before court next year to face allegations relating to the importation of cannabis and possessing cannabis with intent to supply.
Fraser Bracey, 27, of Goldney Road, Camberley, will face allegations of possessing Class B Cannabis with intent to supply at the Vedas Cafe and Shop in Church Street, Basingstoke, and being knowingly concerned in the fraudulent evasion of a prohibition on the importation of a bag of Class B Cannabis.
He will appear at Basingstoke Magistrates' Court on January 7.