thedailyecho--2020-10-14--How have circuit breaker lockdowns worked in other countries?

Talk of a 'circuit-breaker ' lockdown has been rife for weeks .
Speculation was ramped up on Monday after it emerged Boris Johnson dismissed a recommendation for the measure from Government scientists three weeks ago .
And yesterday , Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer called for a two to three-week national lockdown , accusing the Prime Minister of “ no longer following the scientific advice ” .
These are the other countries where a circuit breaker lockdown has been implemented - and what happened .
The city-state first reported cases of coronavirus in January but local transmission was largely kept @ @ @ @ @ @ @ urged Singaporeans living overseas to return home .
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced the circuit-breaker in early April , forcing non-essential workplaces to close , schools to move to home-learning and businesses selling food were only able to offer take-away services .
The circuit-breaker was due to last for a month , with Mr Lee saying : “ We have decided that instead of tightening incrementally over the next few weeks , we should make a decisive move now to pre-empt escalating infections.
” Cases in the country continued to rise , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 20 , and the circuit-breaker was extended until June 1 .
After it was lifted , the prime minister said the measures would not stop the outbreak in the country .
Mr Lee said : “ As we ease up , I expect the number of cases to rise somewhat , as has happened in other countries .
So we are moving cautiously .
“ We want to avoid the numbers shooting up again , and having to impose a second circuit breaker .
We will step up testing and contact tracing significantly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ early , isolate them and their contacts , and stamp out clusters before they grow.
” Many of the cases post circuit-breaker have been found among migrant workers living in dormitories , with a spike in cases in August .
The government said there were no new locally acquired cases on Tuesday .
The period of the circuit-breaker coincided with a 13.2 % contraction of GDP on a year-on-year basis , with the Ministry of Trade and Industry adding : “ The fall in GDP was due to the Circuit Breaker ( CB @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1 June 2020 to slow the spread of Covid-19 in Singapore , as well as weak external demand amidst a global economic downturn caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
” Israel is expected to emerge from a national lockdown this week after attempting a traffic light-style system – similar to England ’ s tiers plan – where areas with high infection rates faced the harshest measures .
The country , which had one of the highest infection rates per capita , introduced the measures over the High Holidays of Rosh Hashanah or a three-week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people could not travel further than 500 metres from their home unless for essential activities , there were closures of non-essential stores , hotels and restaurants and a limit of 10 on gatherings .
More severe measures came in just over a week later , including the forced closure of synagogues except for during Yom Kippur .
The measures were expected to be lifted on October 10 , but were extended for another week .
In a statement on Sunday , Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said : “ I know that the lockdown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but I am certain that most of the public understands today that the decision I led regarding the lockdown was necessary .
“ It saved us from a geometric increase in morbidity , mortality and severe cases and it is still too early to get ahead of ourselves .
“ There are preliminary signs of success .
However , we need another few days to evaluate this .
The exit will also be gradual , responsible and cautious.
” Infection rates in Israel increased during the lockdown according to Johns Hopkins University figures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 14 to more than 11,000 on September 23 .
The most recent figures show 3,538 new cases for October 12 .
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern put the country into Covid-19 Alert Level 4 – or a national lockdown – at midnight on March 26 .
An emergency alert was sent to New Zealanders saying “ where you stay tonight is where you must stay from now on ” and “ you must only be in physical contact with those you are living with.
” The measures saw non-essential services , such as bars @ @ @ @ @ @ @ allowed to remain open .
The Alert Level 4 ended on April 27 , a week longer than expected .
Ms Ardern said : “ We considered that the longer we are in lockdown , the less likely it is we will need to go back .
We also considered moving alert levels on April 23 , which is in just 48 hours ’ time .
“ The sacrifice made to date has been huge , and Cabinet wanted to make sure we lock in our gains , and give ourselves some additional @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Zealand recorded 13 new cases but did not have another day in double digits until August 12 .

Speculation was ramped up on Monday after it emerged Boris Johnson dismissed a recommendation for the measure from Government scientists three weeks ago.
And yesterday, Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer called for a two to three-week national lockdown, accusing the Prime Minister of “no longer following the scientific advice”.
These are the other countries where a circuit breaker lockdown has been implemented - and what happened.
Singapore
The city-state first reported cases of coronavirus in January but local transmission was largely kept under control until March when the government urged Singaporeans living overseas to return home.
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced the circuit-breaker in early April, forcing non-essential workplaces to close, schools to move to home-learning and businesses selling food were only able to offer take-away services.
The circuit-breaker was due to last for a month, with Mr Lee saying: “We have decided that instead of tightening incrementally over the next few weeks, we should make a decisive move now to pre-empt escalating infections.”
Cases in the country continued to rise, peaking at 1,426 new cases on April 20, and the circuit-breaker was extended until June 1.
After it was lifted, the prime minister said the measures would not stop the outbreak in the country.
Mr Lee said: “As we ease up, I expect the number of cases to rise somewhat, as has happened in other countries. So we are moving cautiously.
“We want to avoid the numbers shooting up again, and having to impose a second circuit breaker. We will step up testing and contact tracing significantly. Then we can catch new cases early, isolate them and their contacts, and stamp out clusters before they grow.”
Many of the cases post circuit-breaker have been found among migrant workers living in dormitories, with a spike in cases in August. The government said there were no new locally acquired cases on Tuesday.
The period of the circuit-breaker coincided with a 13.2% contraction of GDP on a year-on-year basis, with the Ministry of Trade and Industry adding: “The fall in GDP was due to the Circuit Breaker (CB) measures implemented from 7 April to 1 June 2020 to slow the spread of Covid-19 in Singapore, as well as weak external demand amidst a global economic downturn caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.”
Israel
Israel is expected to emerge from a national lockdown this week after attempting a traffic light-style system – similar to England’s tiers plan – where areas with high infection rates faced the harshest measures.
The country, which had one of the highest infection rates per capita, introduced the measures over the High Holidays of Rosh Hashanah or a three-week period.
Starting on September 13, people could not travel further than 500 metres from their home unless for essential activities, there were closures of non-essential stores, hotels and restaurants and a limit of 10 on gatherings.
More severe measures came in just over a week later, including the forced closure of synagogues except for during Yom Kippur. The measures were expected to be lifted on October 10, but were extended for another week.
In a statement on Sunday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said: “I know that the lockdown is very difficult for all of us but I am certain that most of the public understands today that the decision I led regarding the lockdown was necessary.
“It saved us from a geometric increase in morbidity, mortality and severe cases and it is still too early to get ahead of ourselves.
“There are preliminary signs of success. However, we need another few days to evaluate this. The exit will also be gradual, responsible and cautious.”
Infection rates in Israel increased during the lockdown according to Johns Hopkins University figures – from 4,764 new cases on September 14 to more than 11,000 on September 23. The most recent figures show 3,538 new cases for October 12.
New Zealand
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern put the country into Covid-19 Alert Level 4 – or a national lockdown – at midnight on March 26. An emergency alert was sent to New Zealanders saying “where you stay tonight is where you must stay from now on” and “you must only be in physical contact with those you are living with.”
The measures saw non-essential services, such as bars and restaurants closed, while supermarkets were allowed to remain open.
The Alert Level 4 ended on April 27, a week longer than expected.
Ms Ardern said: “We considered that the longer we are in lockdown, the less likely it is we will need to go back. We also considered moving alert levels on April 23, which is in just 48 hours’ time.
“The sacrifice made to date has been huge, and Cabinet wanted to make sure we lock in our gains, and give ourselves some additional certainty.”
On April 18, New Zealand recorded 13 new cases but did not have another day in double digits until August 12.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Coronavirus October 14: 141 new positive cases in Hampshire

MORE than 100 new positive cases have been recorded in Hampshire .
Public Health England figures as recorded on the Government website show that , as of 4pm yesterday , 141 more people have tested positive for the virus in 24 hours .
The figures come as testing increases across the county .
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests , which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government 's mass testing programme .
In Southampton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ positive for coronavirus in that 24-hour period .
• Southampton school forced to close until November after teacher tests positive for Covid-19 In Eastleigh , another eight people have tested positive , and in the New Forest a further 13 people have tested positive .
A further 19 people have tested positive in the Test Valley area of the county .
A total of 15 people have tested positive for the virus in Winchester in just 24 hours .
In Gosport , seven people have tested positive and in Fareham another 14 people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ biggest daily total , with 42 confirmed cases .

Public Health England figures as recorded on the Government website show that, as of 4pm yesterday, 141 more people have tested positive for the virus in 24 hours.
The figures come as testing increases across the county.
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests, which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government's mass testing programme.
In Southampton, a further 23 people have tested positive for coronavirus in that 24-hour period.
In Eastleigh, another eight people have tested positive, and in the New Forest a further 13 people have tested positive.
A further 19 people have tested positive in the Test Valley area of the county.
A total of 15 people have tested positive for the virus in Winchester in just 24 hours.
In Gosport, seven people have tested positive and in Fareham another 14 people have tested positive.
Portsmouth saw the biggest daily total, with 42 confirmed cases.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Coronavirus outbreaks recorded in Hampshire care homes

CORONAVIRUS outbreaks have been recorded in care homes across Hampshire but further details have not been revealed .
County bosses said they are `` carefully '' monitoring care homes across the county as they are seeing `` sporadic outbreaks '' .
However , further details including the names of the facilities affected , the number of cases recorded and whether any of those care homes had to close , were not revealed .
The news comes as in a public meeting held earlier this month , Simon Bryant , the director of public health at Hampshire County Council , told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in cases .
He added : `` We are carefully monitoring care homes and we are getting sporadic outbreaks in care [ homes ] not to the extent we had earlier on . ''
After the meeting , the authority said it continues to follow the guidance from Public Health England and to support independent care homes .
But when asked it did not disclose further details .
In a statement it said : `` The county council is not publishing details of cases within its own individual homes as in our view @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and loved ones of those we look after , and is not indicative of the quality of care provided , or the infection control measures in place in our homes .
Families and carers are kept well informed on all matters material to the care of their loved ones – and this will include general information on COVID positive cases . ''
The authority said details of outbreaks are also reported to Public Health England and the Care Quality Commission as well as being recorded via the NHS Tracker .
Cllr Liz Fairhurst @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and health at the county council , said : “ During the first wave of the pandemic we did not publish the number of cases within our individual homes or across the wider care home sector - and this will continue to be our approach going forward .
We , and our sector partners , are committed to keeping the families and loved ones of our residents well informed about cases where relevant , and to ensure the right information and support is provided.
” Cllr Fairhurst said the authority continues to follow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ since the start of the pandemic .
`` Both residents and staff are being regularly tested as per the guidelines and the very small number of recent positive cases we have had , have been , and will continue to be supported to isolate as required , '' Cllr Fairhurst added .
The county council said that the measures implemented include PPE , providing advice on issues such as staffing practice or how to isolate people safely , as well as practical help such as the delivery of infection control training .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ placed in the Tier One - medium alert- Covid-19 category from Wednesday .

County bosses said they are "carefully" monitoring care homes across the county as they are seeing "sporadic outbreaks".
However, further details including the names of the facilities affected, the number of cases recorded and whether any of those care homes had to close, were not revealed.
The news comes as in a public meeting held earlier this month, Simon Bryant, the director of public health at Hampshire County Council, told councillors that there is a general increase in cases.
He added: "We are carefully monitoring care homes and we are getting sporadic outbreaks in care [homes] not to the extent we had earlier on."
After the meeting, the authority said it continues to follow the guidance from Public Health England and to support independent care homes.
But when asked it did not disclose further details.
In a statement it said: "The county council is not publishing details of cases within its own individual homes as in our view this causes unnecessary upset for the families and loved ones of those we look after, and is not indicative of the quality of care provided, or the infection control measures in place in our homes. Families and carers are kept well informed on all matters material to the care of their loved ones – and this will include general information on COVID positive cases."
The authority said details of outbreaks are also reported to Public Health England and the Care Quality Commission as well as being recorded via the NHS Tracker.
Cllr Liz Fairhurst, executive member for adult social care and health at the county council, said: “During the first wave of the pandemic we did not publish the number of cases within our individual homes or across the wider care home sector - and this will continue to be our approach going forward. We, and our sector partners, are committed to keeping the families and loved ones of our residents well informed about cases where relevant, and to ensure the right information and support is provided.”
Cllr Fairhurst said the authority continues to follow "the same stringent procedures" followed since the start of the pandemic.
"Both residents and staff are being regularly tested as per the guidelines and the very small number of recent positive cases we have had, have been, and will continue to be supported to isolate as required," Cllr Fairhurst added.
The county council said that the measures implemented include PPE, providing advice on issues such as staffing practice or how to isolate people safely, as well as practical help such as the delivery of infection control training.
The authority runs 17 care homes across Hampshire.
The news comes as the county will be placed in the Tier One - medium alert- Covid-19 category from Wednesday.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Catapults and ball bearings seized following hare coursing reports

TWO catapults and dozens of metal ball bearings have been seized by police following reports of hare coursing .
Yesterday @ @ @ @ @ in West Meon following reports of hare coursing in the area .
The occupants of @ @ @ @ @ search under the Poaching Prevention Act .
The driver was also reported for no road @ @ @ @ @

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thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Southampton burns survivor in body confidence campaign

A teenage burns survivor from Southampton has started a poster campaign to encourage follow burns survivors to accept their scars .
As part of Burns Awareness Day ( October 14 ) , the project is entitled : ‘ Don ’ t let your scars define you .
Define your scars ’ and aims to improve the mental health of burns survivors .
19-year-old student , Crystal Turner Brightman was 15 and helping a friend with a GCSE photography project when the cotton dress she was modelling caught fire from a candle .
She was taken to Southampton General Hospital ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ transferred to the specialist burns unit at Salisbury District Hospital .
Doctors decided against performing a skin graft and Crystal was sent home to recover with instructions on how to change her dressing .
She said as her scars healed her confidence has “ wavered ” and the experience initally left her with a poor body image .
“ I had been so focused on my physical recovery , I had forgotten to look after my mental wellbeing , ” she said .
Crystal was eventually diagnosed with PTSD , though she spent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cognitive behavioural therapy ( CBT ) .
She said : “ Emotionally I was very black and white .
“ I was either very happy or extremely depressed and very unhappy with my body .
“ Despite being in a bad place I wanted this to end and to take back control of my feelings.
” The photography project involved Crystal , with the help of her best friend Amber , applying gold glitter with hair gel to her scars .
Crystal said she hopes the project inspires people who have gone through @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be more comfortable in their bodies .
She said : “ At the the time when the accident occurred , I felt so broken , deformed and lost , that now I want to fight to help others not feel that way .
“ It would mean the world to me if this poster campaign could help others define their own scars or disfigurements , helping them to feel beautiful again .
”

As part of Burns Awareness Day (October 14), the project is entitled: ‘Don’t let your scars define you. Define your scars’ and aims to improve the mental health of burns survivors.
19-year-old student, Crystal Turner Brightman was 15 and helping a friend with a GCSE photography project when the cotton dress she was modelling caught fire from a candle.
She was taken to Southampton General Hospital’s A&E department before getting transferred to the specialist burns unit at Salisbury District Hospital.
Doctors decided against performing a skin graft and Crystal was sent home to recover with instructions on how to change her dressing.
She said as her scars healed her confidence has “wavered” and the experience initally left her with a poor body image.
“I had been so focused on my physical recovery, I had forgotten to look after my mental wellbeing,” she said.
Crystal was eventually diagnosed with PTSD, though she spent a year on a waiting list for cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
She said: “Emotionally I was very black and white.
“I was either very happy or extremely depressed and very unhappy with my body.
“Despite being in a bad place I wanted this to end and to take back control of my feelings.”
The photography project involved Crystal, with the help of her best friend Amber, applying gold glitter with hair gel to her scars.
Crystal said she hopes the project inspires people who have gone through a burn’s injury or disfigurement to be more comfortable in their bodies.
She said: “At the the time when the accident occurred, I felt so broken, deformed and lost, that now I want to fight to help others not feel that way.
“It would mean the world to me if this poster campaign could help others define their own scars or disfigurements, helping them to feel beautiful again.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Drink driver struck car and attempted to drive away

A HAMPSHIRE man caught more than three times the drink drive limit hit a car and attempted to drive away @ @ @ @ @ caught drink driving on April 23 on Coronation Parade in Hamble .
The court heard @ @ @ @ @ car and repeatedly tried to drive away .
A member of the public tried to @ @ @ @ @ found to have 127 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath , exceeding the @ @ @ @ @ of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath .
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates ' Court , @ @ @ @ @ driving .
• Drug driver in the New Forest banned from the roads Khalil , @ @ @ @ @ , was committed to prison for 12 weeks suspended for 18 months and disqualified from @ @ @ @ @ He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £128 and court costs of @ @

Naji Hassan Khalil was caught drink driving on April 23 on Coronation Parade in Hamble.
The court heard how the 42-year-old hit a car and repeatedly tried to drive away.
A member of the public tried to stop him.
Khalil was found to have 127 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.
Khalil, of Chadwick Way, Hamble-Le-Rice, was committed to prison for 12 weeks suspended for 18 months and disqualified from driving for 48 months.
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £128 and court costs of £85.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--When do the clocks go back in 2020 - and why does it happen?

The long summer nights might feel like a long time ago as the nights slowly start to become darker - signalling the impending arrival of as winter .
Across the UK , households change their clocks twice annually in accordance with the seasons , moving them an hour forward or backward depending on the time of year .
At present , our clocks are currently operating on British Summer Time ( or Daylight Saving Time ) after being put forward on March 29 .
But why do we change the clocks twice every year and where does the tradition come @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to know , Why do we change the clocks ?
The clocks are put back every year heading into winter to allow people to start and finish their working day an hour earlier , allowing them to have an extra hour of daylight after work .
However , it also means that people have an hour less daylight at the start of each day , which can be less practical in the winter .
Daylight Savings Time ( DST ) is also seen as an effective way of reducing energy consumption , with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ heat , although this logic has been disputed .
Where does the tradition come from ?
The idea of DST is believed to have first been proposed by British-born New Zealand entomologist and astronomer , George Hudson , in 1895 .
Hudson ’ s shift work meant he could use his leisure time to collect insects and led him to value after-hours daylight .
In 1895 , Hudson presented a paper to the Wellington Philosophical Society proposing a two-hour daylight-saving shift .
This proposal gained considerable interest in Christchurch , leading him to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ paper .
British builder and outdoorsman William Willet has also been credited with the invention of DST , who campaigned tirelessly for the idea to be introduced .
Willet proposed that the clocks should be advanced by 80 minutes in four incremental steps during April and reversed the same way during September .
Doing so would mean the evenings would remain light for longer , increasing daylight recreation time and also saving £2.5 million in lighting costs .
After his campaign , British Summer Time was established by the Summer Time Act 1916 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on October 1 .
The German Empire and Austria-Hungary organised the first nationwide implementation of Daylight Saving Time on April 30 , 1916 as a way to conserve coal during wartime .
Britain and most of its allies followed suit , while Russia waited until the following year and the US adopted DST in 1918 .
Most places abandoned it just after the war ended , apart from Canada , the UK , France , Ireland and the US .
It grew in popularity again during World War Two and was widely adopted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 1970s as a result of the energy crisis .
Most areas in Europe and North America , including Canada and Mexico , still observe DST , but it is generally not observed in countries close to the equator , where sunrise and sunset times don ’ t not vary enough to justify it .
Some countries only observe DST in some regions , with only parts of Australia , New Zealand , Fiji and Samoa , observing it , while Asia and Africa do not follow it at all .
When do the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year ?
This year the clocks will go back an hour on October 25 , meaning people can enjoy an extra hour in bed as the clocks revert to Greenwich Mean Time ( GMT ) at 2am .
In early spring , on March 28 , 2021 , the clocks will be put back forward again .
In the UK , the clocks go forward an hour at 1am on the last Sunday in March , and then back an hour at 2am on the last Sunday in October .
When the clocks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ zone is referred to as British Summer Time ( BST ) and there is more daylight in the evening during this time , with darker mornings .
When the clocks go back , the UK is then on GMT and there is more daylight in the morning , with darker evenings .

Across the UK, households change their clocks twice annually in accordance with the seasons, moving them an hour forward or backward depending on the time of year.
At present, our clocks are currently operating on British Summer Time (or Daylight Saving Time) after being put forward on March 29.
But why do we change the clocks twice every year and where does the tradition come from? Here's what you need to know,
Why do we change the clocks?
The clocks are put back every year heading into winter to allow people to start and finish their working day an hour earlier, allowing them to have an extra hour of daylight after work.
However, it also means that people have an hour less daylight at the start of each day, which can be less practical in the winter.
Daylight Savings Time (DST) is also seen as an effective way of reducing energy consumption, with claims people will use less light and heat, although this logic has been disputed.
Where does the tradition come from?
The idea of DST is believed to have first been proposed by British-born New Zealand entomologist and astronomer, George Hudson, in 1895.
Hudson’s shift work meant he could use his leisure time to collect insects and led him to value after-hours daylight.
In 1895, Hudson presented a paper to the Wellington Philosophical Society proposing a two-hour daylight-saving shift. This proposal gained considerable interest in Christchurch, leading him to follow the idea up in an 1898 paper.
British builder and outdoorsman William Willet has also been credited with the invention of DST, who campaigned tirelessly for the idea to be introduced.
Willet proposed that the clocks should be advanced by 80 minutes in four incremental steps during April and reversed the same way during September.
Doing so would mean the evenings would remain light for longer, increasing daylight recreation time and also saving £2.5 million in lighting costs.
After his campaign, British Summer Time was established by the Summer Time Act 1916, beginning on May 21 and ending on October 1.
The German Empire and Austria-Hungary organised the first nationwide implementation of Daylight Saving Time on April 30, 1916 as a way to conserve coal during wartime.
Britain and most of its allies followed suit, while Russia waited until the following year and the US adopted DST in 1918.
Most places abandoned it just after the war ended, apart from Canada, the UK, France, Ireland and the US.
It grew in popularity again during World War Two and was widely adopted in the US and Europe from the 1970s as a result of the energy crisis.
Which countries use Daylight Saving Time?
Most areas in Europe and North America, including Canada and Mexico, still observe DST, but it is generally not observed in countries close to the equator, where sunrise and sunset times don’t not vary enough to justify it.
Some countries only observe DST in some regions, with only parts of Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Samoa, observing it, while Asia and Africa do not follow it at all.
When do the clocks go back in the UK this year?
This year the clocks will go back an hour on October 25, meaning people can enjoy an extra hour in bed as the clocks revert to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) at 2am.
In early spring, on March 28, 2021, the clocks will be put back forward again.
In the UK, the clocks go forward an hour at 1am on the last Sunday in March, and then back an hour at 2am on the last Sunday in October.
When the clocks are an hour ahead, the time zone is referred to as British Summer Time (BST) and there is more daylight in the evening during this time, with darker mornings.
When the clocks go back, the UK is then on GMT and there is more daylight in the morning, with darker evenings.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Esso Southampton to London Pipeline Project given greenlight

PLANS for a new pipeline stretching from Southampton to London have been given the green light .
The Southampton to London Pipeline Project has been granted development consent .
• Bursts of flame and 'orange glow ' set to light up sky - but no need to worry !
Just over 60 miles of aviation fuel pipeline running from Fawley Refinery to Esso ’ s west London Terminal Storage Facility in Hounslow will be replaced .
Alok Sharma , the Secretary of State for Business , Energy and Industrial Strategy , granted permission for the project .
The application was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ oil giant in May last year and accepted for examination that June .
• More job cuts hit Hampshire as Fawley Refinery prepares to shed staff Following an examination stakeholders were allowed to provide evidence to the examining authority and recommendations made to the Secretary of State this July .
The Planning Inspectorate ’ s Chief Executive , Sarah Richards said : “ This is the 95th Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project and 59th Energy project to have been examined and decided within the timescales laid down in the Planning Act 2008 .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ communities the opportunity of being involved in the Examination of projects that may affect them .
Local people , the Local Authorities and other Interested Parties were able to participate in a 6-month long Examination .
The Examining Authority listened and gave full consideration to local views before making their Recommendation.
” There is now a six week period during which the decision may be challenged in the High Court in a process known as judicial review .
For more information visit the National Infrastructure Planning website .

The Southampton to London Pipeline Project has been granted development consent.
Just over 60 miles of aviation fuel pipeline running from Fawley Refinery to Esso’s west London Terminal Storage Facility in Hounslow will be replaced.
Alok Sharma, the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, granted permission for the project.
The application was submitted to the Planning Inspectorate by the oil giant in May last year and accepted for examination that June.
Following an examination stakeholders were allowed to provide evidence to the examining authority and recommendations made to the Secretary of State this July.
The Planning Inspectorate’s Chief Executive, Sarah Richards said:“This is the 95th Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project and 59th Energy project to have been examined and decided within the timescales laid down in the Planning Act 2008. The Planning Inspectorate is committed to giving local communities the opportunity of being involved in the Examination of projects that may affect them. Local people, the Local Authorities and other Interested Parties were able to participate in a 6-month long Examination. The Examining Authority listened and gave full consideration to local views before making their Recommendation.”
There is now a six week period during which the decision may be challenged in the High Court in a process known as judicial review.
For more information visit the National Infrastructure Planning website.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Drug driver in the New Forest banned from the roads

A MAN caught drug driving in the New Forest has been banned from the roads .
Craig Daniel Holland was @ @ @ @ @ on November 10 last year .
The 31 year old was found to have THC @ @ @ @ @ cannabis - in his blood .
On February 8 this year , he was found @ @ @ @ @ of cannabis in New Milton .
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates ' Court , he pleaded @ @ @ @ @ drug driving and one count of possession of cannabis .
Holland , of Brabazon Drive @ @ @ @ @ from driving for 12 months and fined £268 .
He was also discharged conditionally for @ @ @ @ @ ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £21 and court costs of £85 .

Craig Daniel Holland was caught drug driving in Burley on November 10 last year.
The 31 year old was found to have THC - a breakdown product of cannabis - in his blood.
On February 8 this year, he was found to be carrying a quantity of cannabis in New Milton.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, he pleaded guilty to one count of drug driving and one count of possession of cannabis.
Holland, of Brabazon Drive, Mudeford, was disqualified from driving for 12 months and fined £268.
He was also discharged conditionally for 12 months.
He was ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £21 and court costs of £85.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Southampton woman handed restraining order after assault

A SOUTHAMPTON woman who assaulted a woman has been handed a restraining order .
Emily Jane Lambert , 24 , @ @ @ @ @ on October 19 last year .
• Drink driver struck car and attempted to drive @ @ @ @ @ ' Court , she pleaded not guilty but was found guilty of assault by beating @ @ @ @ @ Road , Southampton , was handed a restraining order banning her from contacting her victim @ @ @ @ @ was ordered to pay compensation of £400 .

Emily Jane Lambert, 24, assaulted a woman in Southampton on October 19 last year.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, she pleaded not guilty but was found guilty of assault by beating.
Lambert, of Luck Road, Southampton, was handed a restraining order banning her from contacting her victim directly or indirectly.
She was ordered to pay compensation of £400.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Southampton pensioner caught drink driving is banned from roads

A SOUTHAMPTON pensioner caught drink driving has been banned from the roads .
John Edwards Stelling was caught drink driving @ @ @ @ @ Latimer Street in Southampton on May 9 .
The 76-year-old was found to have 82 @ @ @ @ @ millilitres of breath , exceeding the legal limit of 35 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 @ @ @ @ @ Southampton man who assaulted woman in racial attack is fined Appearing at Southampton Magistrates ' @ @ @ @ @ to drink driving .
Stelling , of Latimer Street , Southampton , was disqualified from @ @ @ @ @ fiend £100 .
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £32 and @ @ @ @ @

John Edwards Stelling was caught drink driving in a Range Rover on Latimer Street in Southampton on May 9.
The 76-year-old was found to have 82 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.
Stelling, of Latimer Street, Southampton, was disqualified from driving for 18 months and fiend £100.
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £32 and court costs of £50.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Southampton man who assaulted woman in racial attack is fined

A SOUTHAMPTON man who assaulted a woman in a racist attack has been fined .
The court found the assault @ @ @ @ @ Appearing at Southampton Magistrates ' Court , he pleaded guilty to assault by beating .
@ @ @ @ @ , Southampton , was fined £300 and ordered to pay compensation of £20 .
He @ @ @ @ @ a victim surcharge of £32 and court costs of £120 .


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Posters installed around Southampton schools to fight air pollution

An art campaign to raise awareness about the impact of air pollution on children ’ s health has hit the streets of Southampton .
The campaign involves posters created by artist Nathan Evans and commissioned by Breathing Spaces , an anti-pollution project by sustainability group The Southampton Collective .
The pieces appeared near schools and playgrounds across the city on Thursday 8th October , which was Clean Air Day 2020 .
Mandi Bissett , Director of The Southampton Collective said : “ Air pollution is not a ‘ green ’ issue , it is about our health .
“ Toxic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ every single organ in the body and children are most susceptible because their bodies are still growing .
“ We need to start talking about creating healthy neighbourhoods and safer streets for us all.
” The campaign encourages residents to walk and cycle , speak up about clean air issues and avoid burning wood .
Ms Bissett said : “ Motorised transport has long been a hot topic for the city but most people don ’ t realise that wood-burning stoves and fire-pits also create fine particle pollution .
“ This can get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brain.
” According to research by King ’ s College London , a 20 % improvement in Southampton ’ s air quality would mean every year 150 fewer children would suffer from low lung function .
Rebecca Kinge , a Director of The Southampton Collective and co-ordinator of the Southampton Art in Health Forum said : “ Much of the city ’ s population is vulnerable to air pollution due to age , health or where they live .
“ The good news is that there are actions that we can all take @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we work together then we could make substantial improvements to people ’ s health .
”

The campaign involves posters created by artist Nathan Evans and commissioned by Breathing Spaces, an anti-pollution project by sustainability group The Southampton Collective.
The pieces appeared near schools and playgrounds across the city on Thursday 8th October, which was Clean Air Day 2020.
Mandi Bissett, Director of The Southampton Collective said: “Air pollution is not a ‘green’ issue, it is about our health.
“Toxic air is an invisible killer which affects every single organ in the body and children are most susceptible because their bodies are still growing.
“We need to start talking about creating healthy neighbourhoods and safer streets for us all.”
The campaign encourages residents to walk and cycle, speak up about clean air issues and avoid burning wood.
Ms Bissett said: “Motorised transport has long been a hot topic for the city but most people don’t realise that wood-burning stoves and fire-pits also create fine particle pollution.
“This can get deep into the heart, lungs and brain.”
According to research by King’s College London, a 20% improvement in Southampton’s air quality would mean every year 150 fewer children would suffer from low lung function.
Rebecca Kinge, a Director of The Southampton Collective and co-ordinator of the Southampton Art in Health Forum said: “Much of the city’s population is vulnerable to air pollution due to age, health or where they live.
“The good news is that there are actions that we can all take to improve air quality.
“If we work together then we could make substantial improvements to people’s health.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Italia '90's Gazza, Lineker and Milla were something for local teams to emulate

FROM jeers to cheers then tears , the 1990 World Cup finals had it all .
Italia '90 is remembered @ @ @ @ @ for a host of highlights .
Among these were the thrilling emergence of unfancied Cameroon @ @ @ @ @ Milla , the most evocative theme music ever known from the BBC with Luciano Pavarotti @ @ @ @ @ exceptional run from England , culminating in the beautiful game 's most famous bit of @ @ @ @ @ star of one Paul 'Gazza ' Gascoigne .
Meanwhile local football was still going strong @ @ @ @ @ every striker tried to do a Gary Lineker and every stopper wanted to be Peter @ @ @ @ @ anyone from our archive team pictures from 30 years ago ?

Italia '90 is remembered with great fondness by fans for a host of highlights. Among these were the thrilling emergence of unfancied Cameroon and their ageing star Roger Milla, the most evocative theme music ever known from the BBC with Luciano Pavarotti's Nessun Dorma and an exceptional run from England, culminating in the beautiful game's most famous bit of crying, which made a star of one Paul 'Gazza' Gascoigne.
Meanwhile local football was still going strong in and around Southampton where every striker tried to do a Gary Lineker and every stopper wanted to be Peter Shilton.
Do you recognise anyone from our archive team pictures from 30 years ago?


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--WhatsApp are testing an ‘always mute’ option for annoying group chats

The team behind WhatsApp are reportedly trialing a new 'always mute ' option to put the brakes on annoying group chats .
While group chats are a handy way of speaking to numerous people all at once , they can in some situations can prove quite useful .
However , if you ’ re in a group chat which never stays silent , with notifications relentlessly popping up , you may be pleased to hear that WhatsApp is looking at ways to mute these chats forever .
What is the ‘ always mute ’ option ?
According to WhatsApp news @ @ @ @ @ @ @ popular messaging service are currently working on a new feature , which could let users block out annoying chats by muting them forever .
Currently , the longest amount of time that WhatsApp will let you mute a chat for is one year , but the company has just released a new beta update for Android , which features a new ‘ always mute ’ option , allowing testers to mute a chat forever .
In an online post , WABetaInfo said : `` The feature is appearing today for beta testers .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ be patient and you will receive this option within a few days . ''
Which other features is WhatsApp currently planning ?
WhatsApp has made a variety of other changes with the recent beta version of the app for Android , including hiding the voice and video call options in chats with verified business accounts .
However , these buttons are still available if you tap the profile icon in the chat and contact list , and it ’ s currently unclear whether the options were removed by mistake , or if WhatsApp @ @ @ @ @ @ @ text-only .
WhatsApp has begun testing another new feature , which would enable self-destructing photos and videos that automatically disappear when the recipient leaves the chat .
It is not yet known if the feature will get rolled out to general WhatsApp users .

While group chats are a handy way of speaking to numerous people all at once, they can in some situations can prove quite useful.
However, if you’re in a group chat which never stays silent, with notifications relentlessly popping up, you may be pleased to hear that WhatsApp is looking at ways to mute these chats forever.
What is the ‘always mute’ option?
According to WhatsApp news website WABetaInfo, the minds behind the popular messaging service are currently working on a new feature, which could let users block out annoying chats by muting them forever.
Currently, the longest amount of time that WhatsApp will let you mute a chat for is one year, but the company has just released a new beta update for Android, which features a new ‘always mute’ option, allowing testers to mute a chat forever.
In an online post, WABetaInfo said: "The feature is appearing today for beta testers. If it does not appear, please be patient and you will receive this option within a few days."
Which other features is WhatsApp currently planning?
WhatsApp has made a variety of other changes with the recent beta version of the app for Android, including hiding the voice and video call options in chats with verified business accounts.
However, these buttons are still available if you tap the profile icon in the chat and contact list, and it’s currently unclear whether the options were removed by mistake, or if WhatsApp is planning on making communications with businesses text-only.
WhatsApp has begun testing another new feature, which would enable self-destructing photos and videos that automatically disappear when the recipient leaves the chat.
It is not yet known if the feature will get rolled out to general WhatsApp users.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Woman raises £4,000 selling homemade face coverings

A HAMPSHIRE mum has been congratulated by Dame Esther Rantzen after raising more than £4,000 for the NSPCC by selling homemade face coverings .
Lesley Yates , who has been fundraising for the charity for the past six years , began making masks at the start of the lockdown in March .
She initially intended to make only a few - but believes she has now sold thousands .
Lesley said : `` I have been volunteering for the NSPCC for about six years , helping at the events and street collections .
When it looked like our upcoming events @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thought face masks would be a way of raising some extra money . ''
Lesley , a member of the NSPCC 's Lymington Committee , set herself an initial target of £500 .
But it soon grew after some of her fellow volunteers bought masks and started spreading the word .
`` We quickly moved the goal to £1,000 and now we 're over £4,000 and still counting.
” Her fundraising efforts have also earned her an Esther Award .
The accolade aims to recognise the extraordinary efforts made by NSPCC staff and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Childline founder and president Dame Esther Rantzen , who has a house in the New Forest .
Lesley paid tribute to her fellow volunteers who were instrumental in her fundraising success .
“ It was very nice to be nominated for the award but I 'm a bit embarrassed by that sort of attention , it wasn ’ t just me , all of the volunteers did a lot and it ’ s a nice sense of accomplishment , ” she said .
“ I was very excited to be one of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a drop in the ocean .
So much is needed to fund the projects.
” NSPCC supporting manager Caroline Morgan added : “ We 're so pleased Lesley has won one of our coveted Esther awards this year .
Supported by the Lymington committee , she has turned a difficult situation into a positive .
“ By making face masks attractive - and working together to sell them - Lesley has raised £4,000 for NSPCC .
“ NSPCC couldn ’ t carry on without the support of volunteers such as Lesley .
Dame @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are very proud of her .
”

Lesley Yates, who has been fundraising for the charity for the past six years, began making masks at the start of the lockdown in March.
She initially intended to make only a few - but believes she has now sold thousands.
Lesley said: "I have been volunteering for the NSPCC for about six years, helping at the events and street collections. When it looked like our upcoming events were going to be cancelled, I thought face masks would be a way of raising some extra money."
Lesley, a member of the NSPCC's Lymington Committee, set herself an initial target of £500.
But it soon grew after some of her fellow volunteers bought masks and started spreading the word.
"We quickly moved the goal to £1,000 and now we're over £4,000 and still counting.”
Her fundraising efforts have also earned her an Esther Award. The accolade aims to recognise the extraordinary efforts made by NSPCC staff and volunteers, with the winners chosen by Childline founder and president Dame Esther Rantzen, who has a house in the New Forest.
Lesley paid tribute to her fellow volunteers who were instrumental in her fundraising success.
“It was very nice to be nominated for the award but I'm a bit embarrassed by that sort of attention, it wasn’t just me, all of the volunteers did a lot and it’s a nice sense of accomplishment,” she said.
“I was very excited to be one of the winners but my £4,000 seems like such a drop in the ocean. So much is needed to fund the projects.”
NSPCC supporting manager Caroline Morgan added: “We're so pleased Lesley has won one of our coveted Esther awards this year. Supported by the Lymington committee, she has turned a difficult situation into a positive.
“By making face masks attractive - and working together to sell them - Lesley has raised £4,000 for NSPCC.
“NSPCC couldn’t carry on without the support of volunteers such as Lesley. Dame Esther loved her inspirational story and we are very proud of her.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Attacker jailed for repeatedly hitting man with dumbbell on bus

AN ATTACKER who hit repeatedly hit a man with a dumbbell believing he had made remarks to a member of his family has been jailed .
Warren Mason , of Printers Row , Winchester , had been drinking on October 15 last year following the death of his father when he was told that someone had made comments to relative .
Winchester Crown Court was told on Wednesday last week that the 33-year-old “ took matters into his own hands ” going out to find the man – armed with a dumbbell .
Tom Wilkins , prosecuting , said Mason @ @ @ @ @ @ @ matched the description given to him .
“ He pursued him to a bus on Jewry Street , there was then a sustained repeated assault involving the use of the item [ dumbbell ] .
That left the victim bleeding severely , ” Mr Wilkins continued .
“ Eyewitnesses speak of a pool of blood on the bus next to where he [ Mr Hobbs ] was sitting.
” Paramedics were called and Mr Hobbs was taken to Southampton Hospital with head injuries , but he discharged himself before he was treated , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not known .
The court heard that Mr Hobbs had not cooperated with police during the investigation .
Defending , Barry McElduff said death of his client 's father had affected his behaviour , but “ plainly two wrongs in anyway don ’ t make a right ” .
Mr McElduff argued that due to the current coronavirus pandemic a prison sentence would be a “ heavy burden ” , adding : “ At the moment they will be in virtual lockdown in Victorian squalor.
” He added that custody would have an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he helps his mother who his recovering from breast cancer and plays “ an active role ” in the lives of his four children .
Mason pleased guilty to the assault occasioning actual bodily harm and possessing an offensive weapon in a public place at an earlier hearing .
The offence is his 20th conviction , with the court hearing he has a bad track record for complying with court orders .
In jailing Mason for 16 months , Her Honour Judge Jane Miller said : “ You went on the bus , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the victim was sitting and you struck him a number of times to the head with this dumbbell bar .
“ The victim was unconscious for something like 10 minutes.
” Judge Miller added that Mason ’ s “ temper was a problem ” despite reports from Inclusion , a drug and alcohol rehabilitation service , stating that he had never shown violent behaviour when with them .

Warren Mason, of Printers Row, Winchester, had been drinking on October 15 last year following the death of his father when he was told that someone had made comments to relative.
Winchester Crown Court was told on Wednesday last week that the 33-year-old “took matters into his own hands” going out to find the man – armed with a dumbbell.
Tom Wilkins, prosecuting, said Mason found the victim Kevin Hobbs, who matched the description given to him.
“He pursued him to a bus on Jewry Street, there was then a sustained repeated assault involving the use of the item [dumbbell]. That left the victim bleeding severely,” Mr Wilkins continued.
“Eyewitnesses speak of a pool of blood on the bus next to where he [Mr Hobbs] was sitting.”
Paramedics were called and Mr Hobbs was taken to Southampton Hospital with head injuries, but he discharged himself before he was treated, so the extent of his injuries are not known.
The court heard that Mr Hobbs had not cooperated with police during the investigation.
Defending, Barry McElduff said death of his client's father had affected his behaviour, but “plainly two wrongs in anyway don’t make a right”.
Mr McElduff argued that due to the current coronavirus pandemic a prison sentence would be a “heavy burden”, adding: “At the moment they will be in virtual lockdown in Victorian squalor.”
He added that custody would have an impact on Mason’s family as he helps his mother who his recovering from breast cancer and plays “an active role” in the lives of his four children.
Mason pleased guilty to the assault occasioning actual bodily harm and possessing an offensive weapon in a public place at an earlier hearing.
The offence is his 20th conviction, with the court hearing he has a bad track record for complying with court orders.
In jailing Mason for 16 months, Her Honour Judge Jane Miller said: “You went on the bus, to the back of the bus were the victim was sitting and you struck him a number of times to the head with this dumbbell bar.
“The victim was unconscious for something like 10 minutes.”
Judge Miller added that Mason’s “temper was a problem” despite reports from Inclusion, a drug and alcohol rehabilitation service, stating that he had never shown violent behaviour when with them.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Wessex Cancer Trust's waterside support centre is ten years old

WESSEX Cancer Trust will celebrate the tenth birthday of its Waterside cancer support centre with a sea of ribbons .
The charity is inviting local people to come along to The Grove Garden on Saturday October 31 and add a ribbon to its memory tree to commemorate a decade since its opening .
June Richens founded the centre 18 months after losing her husband to a brain tumour .
Determined that anyone living with cancer should have a local place to go to be listened to and cared for , she rallied the local community to create a haven which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ heart .
She said : “ My husband David was fit and strong , so it came as a total shock when he was diagnosed with a brain tumour and we were told it was terminal .
While he was very ill in hospital I was able to speak to a Macmillan nurse about my feelings .
It was both a relief and a release .
But I didn ’ t want to keep going back to the clinical environment of the hospital and so made an appointment to see my GP to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I could access .
When he told me there wasn ’ t , I couldn ’ t believe it .
There had to be , and I knew I had to do something about it .
I was at my lowest ebb and most vulnerable , but I knew that if I didn ’ t do something about it now , I never would .
As we turn ten , I would like to give my heartfelt thanks to everyone who felt passionately that local people should have somewhere to go when they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Grove Garden to tie a ribbon round a tree , perhaps with a message of support , your memories of the centre in the early days or in memory of someone .
Although we can ’ t be together in person , we hope the ribbons will be a poignant reminder of the togetherness of the Waterside community .
”

The charity is inviting local people to come along to The Grove Garden on Saturday October 31 and add a ribbon to its memory tree to commemorate a decade since its opening.
June Richens founded the centre 18 months after losing her husband to a brain tumour. Determined that anyone living with cancer should have a local place to go to be listened to and cared for, she rallied the local community to create a haven which the Waterside area quickly took to its heart.
She said: “My husband David was fit and strong, so it came as a total shock when he was diagnosed with a brain tumour and we were told it was terminal. While he was very ill in hospital I was able to speak to a Macmillan nurse about my feelings. It was both a relief and a release. But I didn’t want to keep going back to the clinical environment of the hospital and so made an appointment to see my GP to see if there was any local support I could access. When he told me there wasn’t, I couldn’t believe it. There had to be, and I knew I had to do something about it. I was at my lowest ebb and most vulnerable, but I knew that if I didn’t do something about it now, I never would.
As we turn ten, I would like to give my heartfelt thanks to everyone who felt passionately that local people should have somewhere to go when they most need support.
Come along to the Grove Garden to tie a ribbon round a tree, perhaps with a message of support, your memories of the centre in the early days or in memory of someone.
Although we can’t be together in person, we hope the ribbons will be a poignant reminder of the togetherness of the Waterside community.”


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--The best and worst regions for raising a family in England

Raising a child can be a difficult experience anywhere , but a new ranking suggests that , on average , it is easier in some places than others .
The best ( and worst ) regions in England to raise a child have just been revealed by a new report - and it 's not good news for the South East .
The report by lifestyle website Hugo and Me analysed indicators across six key areas including Ofsted ratings , crime rate , cost of childcare , average house price , amount of green space and air quality , to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ raise your child .
The North East was uncovered as the best place to raise a child , performing favourably in categories such as Ofsted school ratings , cost of childcare , crime rate , air pollution and average house price .
The South East ranked as worst on the list , with low Ofsted ratings , high childcare costs , high house prices , limited access to green space and poor air quality .
London also performs poorly in many areas , with high crime rates , levels of air pollution , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Here is a breakdown of the results : London came out on top with an excellent 31 per cent of schools ranked as “ outstanding ” and 62 per cent of schools ranked as “ good ” .
The South East , North West and North East all perform comparably in Ofsted rankings , with the vast majority ranked as either “ outstanding ” or “ good ” .
Bottom of this list is Yorkshire and the Humber , with only 16 per cent of schools ranked as “ outstanding ” and 13 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ requires improvement ” .
The North East has the lowest crime rate Government statistics on crime rates as reported in July of 2020 lists the North East as having by far the lowest number of recorded crimes out of any region , clearly leading in the category .
The region is known for having low crime rates and strong local communities , with a 2019 travel survey showing that visitors rated Newcastle the friendliest city in the UK and Government research showing that 84 per cent of people in the North East chat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This region is clearly a winner in terms of community spirit and safety for your child .
Perhaps unsurprisingly , London is ranked as most crime-heavy according to Government records .
The region displayed a clear lead in regards to the highest number of crimes committed , with 1 in 3 knife crimes in the UK occurring in the capital .
Despite the high Ofsted ratings and opportunities of the capital , London has its drawbacks in regards to safety when choosing a location to raise your child .
The North East @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Choose the North East or East Midlands for low-cost childcare .
Nannies and babysitters are both cheapest in the North East , with the cost of a childminder also being significantly cheaper in the region than in other parts of the country .
Meanwhile , the East Midlands is the lowest-cost area for nurseries and ranks # 2 in the other categories for lowest childcare costs .
Once again , London performs poorly here , with the most expensive childcare in all four categories , whilst the South East also ranks as expensive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the most affordable housing Once more , the North East ranks first in this category .
Government statistics show that the North East is currently by far the cheapest region in the country for housing , with the average house costing almost £40,000 less than in the North West , the next cheapest region .
Other lower-cost regions for housing include the North West and Yorkshire .
London is again the clear worst performer in this category , with average house prices almost half a million pounds , or 3.8 times more expensive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ East .
London has the most green spaces followed by the North East in second place London comes out on top for nearby access to public green spaces such as parks and nature reserves .
Only 12,108 people in the area lack access to one of these locations , meaning the vast majority of the populace has somewhere to bring the kids for some time outdoors .
The importance of playtime outside has been proven to help children to develop physically and mentally as well as benefiting motor skills and spatial awareness ; @ @ @ @ @ @ @ today may be spending only half the time playing outside than their parents did .
The North East comes second for access to green space ; only 88,682 of the population can not get to a public green space within a 10-minute walk , placing the area significantly ahead of the rest of the country and giving it a distinct advantage over the South West , where a staggering 418,097 of the population can not access a park or other green area within a 10-minute walk .
The North West has the lowest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ least pollution in the city centres according to the most recent Air Quality Annual Status Reports .
Air quality is hugely important for children and babies , as their lungs are still growing which makes them particularly vulnerable to high pollution levels .
Being exposed to air pollution as a child can trigger asthma and childhood cancer as well as infections like pneumonia .
The South West has the highest recorded pollution levels , as 97.7 ug/m³ of Nitrogen Dioxide was recorded on Chideock Hill , the area ’ s most polluted location @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on pollution levels in the city centre may not be practical or possible , it ’ s something to bear in mind when selecting a home for your children to grow up in .

The best (and worst) regions in England to raise a child have just been revealed by a new report - and it's not good news for the South East.
The report by lifestyle website Hugo and Me analysed indicators across six key areas including Ofsted ratings, crime rate, cost of childcare, average house price, amount of green space and air quality, to uncover England’s best city to raise your child.
The North East was uncovered as the best place to raise a child, performing favourably in categories such as Ofsted school ratings, cost of childcare, crime rate, air pollution and average house price.
The South East ranked as worst on the list, with low Ofsted ratings, high childcare costs, high house prices, limited access to green space and poor air quality.
London also performs poorly in many areas, with high crime rates, levels of air pollution, house prices and cost of childcare.
Here is a breakdown of the results:
London tops the Ofsted rankings
London came out on top with an excellent 31 per cent of schools ranked as “outstanding” and 62 per cent of schools ranked as “good”.
The South East, North West and North East all perform comparably in Ofsted rankings, with the vast majority ranked as either “outstanding” or “good”.
Bottom of this list is Yorkshire and the Humber, with only 16 per cent of schools ranked as “outstanding” and 13 per cent of schools listed as “requires improvement”.
The North East has the lowest crime rate
Government statistics on crime rates as reported in July of 2020 lists the North East as having by far the lowest number of recorded crimes out of any region, clearly leading in the category.
The region is known for having low crime rates and strong local communities, with a 2019 travel survey showing that visitors rated Newcastle the friendliest city in the UK and Government research showing that 84 per cent of people in the North East chat to neighbours at least once a month.
This region is clearly a winner in terms of community spirit and safety for your child.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, London is ranked as most crime-heavy according to Government records.
The region displayed a clear lead in regards to the highest number of crimes committed, with 1 in 3 knife crimes in the UK occurring in the capital.
Despite the high Ofsted ratings and opportunities of the capital, London has its drawbacks in regards to safety when choosing a location to raise your child.
The North East and East Midlands offer the cheapest childcare
Choose the North East or East Midlands for low-cost childcare. Nannies and babysitters are both cheapest in the North East, with the cost of a childminder also being significantly cheaper in the region than in other parts of the country.
Meanwhile, the East Midlands is the lowest-cost area for nurseries and ranks #2 in the other categories for lowest childcare costs.
Once again, London performs poorly here, with the most expensive childcare in all four categories, whilst the South East also ranks as expensive for childcare.
Childminder Average - £5.45
London - £6.82
South East - £6.50
North West - £4.84
South West - £4.51
West Midlands - £4.31
North East - £4.15
East Midlands - £4.13
Yorkshire and The Humber - £4.12
Babysitter Average - £9.08
London - £10.33
South East - £8.99
South West - £8.21
North West - £7.98
Yorkshire and The Humber - £7.89
West Midlands - £7.85
East Midlands - £7.55
North East - £7.37
Nanny Average - £10.43
London - £11.11
South East - £10.46
North West - £9.68
South West - £9.55
West Midlands - £9.48
Yorkshire and The Humber - £9.26
East Midlands - £9.19
North East - £8.85
Nursery
Average - £4.95
London - £6.47
North East - £5.15
South East - £5.03
Yorkshire - £4.88
North West - £4.87
West Midlands - £4.74
South West - £4.58
East Midlands - £4.46
The North East offers the most affordable housing
Once more, the North East ranks first in this category. Government statistics show that the North East is currently by far the cheapest region in the country for housing, with the average house costing almost £40,000 less than in the North West, the next cheapest region.
Other lower-cost regions for housing include the North West and Yorkshire.
London is again the clear worst performer in this category, with average house prices almost half a million pounds, or 3.8 times more expensive than the average house in the North East.
London has the most green spaces followed by the North East in second place
London comes out on top for nearby access to public green spaces such as parks and nature reserves.
Only 12,108 people in the area lack access to one of these locations, meaning the vast majority of the populace has somewhere to bring the kids for some time outdoors.
The importance of playtime outside has been proven to help children to develop physically and mentally as well as benefiting motor skills and spatial awareness; however, studies are showing that children today may be spending only half the time playing outside than their parents did.
The North East comes second for access to green space; only 88,682 of the population cannot get to a public green space within a 10-minute walk, placing the area significantly ahead of the rest of the country and giving it a distinct advantage over the South West, where a staggering 418,097 of the population cannot access a park or other green area within a 10-minute walk.
The North West has the lowest pollution levels
The North West has the least pollution in the city centres according to the most recent Air Quality Annual Status Reports.
Air quality is hugely important for children and babies, as their lungs are still growing which makes them particularly vulnerable to high pollution levels.
Being exposed to air pollution as a child can trigger asthma and childhood cancer as well as infections like pneumonia.
The South West has the highest recorded pollution levels, as 97.7 ug/m³ of Nitrogen Dioxide was recorded on Chideock Hill, the area’s most polluted location.
Whilst choosing a location purely based on pollution levels in the city centre may not be practical or possible, it’s something to bear in mind when selecting a home for your children to grow up in.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Free tyre safety checks in October

Free tyre safety checks in October

Free tyre safety checks will be available at tyre shops in Southampton after research has shown that parents from the @ @ @ @ @ risk by driving on dangerous tyres A survey by YouGov , commissioned by Protyre , @ @ @ @ @ parents from the South East with children aged 18 and under who own a car @ @ @ @ @ of their tyres every three months or less , with some not checking them at @ @ @ @ @ found that just over half ( 54 % ) of parents considered checking tyres to @ @ @ @ @ ( Protyre ’ s Tyre Safety Month ) , free tyre safety checks and advice @ @ @ @ @ Southampton Protyre Fast Fit centres on Burgess Road and Southern Road .

A survey by YouGov, commissioned by Protyre, found that one in three parents from the South East with children aged 18 and under who own a car admitted to checking the safety of their tyres every three months or less, with some not checking them at all.
The survey also found that just over half (54%) of parents considered checking tyres to be important.
Throughout October (Protyre’s Tyre Safety Month), free tyre safety checks and advice will be available at the Southampton Protyre Fast Fit centres on Burgess Road and Southern Road.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Dogs on a dry food diet eat nutritional equivalent of Dominos Pizza every day

DOGS who have a processed , dry pet food diet eat the nutritional equivalent of a Dominos Pizza every day .
Raw dog food company , Bella & Duke , has found that over the course of a typical week , a dog on a processed , dry pet food diet was found to have eaten the macronutrient equivalent of eight pizzas .
Bella & Duke ’ s Chief Nutritional Officer has compared the macronutrient ( carbohydrate ) content of one of the UK ’ s leading dry processed pet foods to the UK ’ s favourite fast foods .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a typical daily portion ( 377g ) of dry processed pet food with the same amount of select fast foods , the raw pet food company has revealed some alarming findings .
An average size dog , eating a typical portion of dry processed pet food is consuming the weekly equivalent carbohydrate value of any one of the following : 30 burgers , eight pizzas , 28 medium portions of French Fries , or 50 glazed doughnuts .
The company now hopes to educate UK dog owners on what they ’ re feeding @ @ @ @ @ @ @ per cent of pet owners are unaware of the macronutrient value of the food they ’ re feeding their dogs .
Mark Scott CEO & Founder of Bella & Duke said : “ Processed dry food is junk food for dogs .
`` Over the last thirty years , many of us have been hoodwinked into feeding highly processed ultra-heat-treated biscuits to our four-legged friends .
`` If this isn ’ t junk , then what is ?
Vitamin enriched or not , vet-approved or not , I believe giving your dog dry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cream bun .
`` It is neither appropriate to the species nor healthy for them .
So , let ’ s show our pets some love and treat them with health and vitality.
” Dogs do not need carbohydrates to survive .
To create processed dry pet food ( kibble ) requires a minimum amount ( at least 35 % ) of carbohydrate .
Dogs are carnivorous animals , they evolved eating meat , bone , organs , fur , feathers , tissue , sinew and cartilage .
Dogs are ill-adapted to digest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do not produce sufficient amounts of amylase - the enzyme required to break down carbohydrates - to fully digest , assimilate processed grain-filled food without suffering ill effects .
Leading vets believe these ill effects include obesity , food intolerances , dental issues , behavioural problems and can encourage tumour growth .
Dog obesity levels are now higher than ever , with the PDSA stating “ vets and vet nurses estimated that 46 % of the dogs they see in their practice each week are overweight or obese ” .
The research conducted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ % of dog owners with obese dogs noticed an improvement in their pet ’ s weight after switching to a raw diet .

Raw dog food company, Bella & Duke, has found that over the course of a typical week, a dog on a processed, dry pet food diet was found to have eaten the macronutrient equivalent of eight pizzas.
Bella & Duke’s Chief Nutritional Officer has compared the macronutrient (carbohydrate) content of one of the UK’s leading dry processed pet foods to the UK’s favourite fast foods.
By comparing the macronutrient values found in a typical daily portion (377g) of dry processed pet food with the same amount of select fast foods, the raw pet food company has revealed some alarming findings.
An average size dog, eating a typical portion of dry processed pet food is consuming the weekly equivalent carbohydrate value of any one of the following: 30 burgers, eight pizzas, 28 medium portions of French Fries, or 50 glazed doughnuts.
The company now hopes to educate UK dog owners on what they’re feeding their dogs, as research reveals 49 per cent of pet owners are unaware of the macronutrient value of the food they’re feeding their dogs.
Mark Scott CEO & Founder of Bella & Duke said: “Processed dry food is junk food for dogs.
"Over the last thirty years, many of us have been hoodwinked into feeding highly processed ultra-heat-treated biscuits to our four-legged friends.
"If this isn’t junk, then what is? Vitamin enriched or not, vet-approved or not, I believe giving your dog dry food is like feeding an elephant a cream bun.
"It is neither appropriate to the species nor healthy for them. So, let’s show our pets some love and treat them with health and vitality.”
Dogs do not need carbohydrates to survive.
To create processed dry pet food (kibble) requires a minimum amount (at least 35%) of carbohydrate. Dogs are carnivorous animals, they evolved eating meat, bone, organs, fur, feathers, tissue, sinew and cartilage. Dogs are ill-adapted to digest relatively high amounts of carbohydrates.
Dogs do not produce sufficient amounts of amylase - the enzyme required to break down carbohydrates - to fully digest, assimilate processed grain-filled food without suffering ill effects.
Leading vets believe these ill effects include obesity, food intolerances, dental issues, behavioural problems and can encourage tumour growth.
Dog obesity levels are now higher than ever, with the PDSA stating “vets and vet nurses estimated that 46% of the dogs they see in their practice each week are overweight or obese”.
The research conducted by Bella & Duke revealed that 85% of dog owners with obese dogs noticed an improvement in their pet’s weight after switching to a raw diet.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Wildlife Trusts walking challenge

Wildlife Trusts walking challenge

The Wildlife Trusts organisation is asking people to complete sponsored walking challenges in October to help them in their aim @ @ @ @ @ the UK ’ s land and sea by 2030 .
The Big Wild Walk fundraising @ @ @ @ @ by completing walking challenges appropriate to their ability .
Suggested walking challenges include ; The @ @ @ @ @ ) , The Arctic Tern ( 96,000 steps over the week ) and The Nature @ @ @ @ @ nature reserve every single day of the challenge . )
Examples of 30 by 30 @ @ @ @ @ go towards including restoring 50 hectares of lost peat-fenland at Bourne North Fen and the @ @ @ @ @ Isle of Wight .

The Big Wild Walk fundraising project needs people to fundraise by completing walking challenges appropriate to their ability.
Their fundraising aim is £30 million.
Suggested walking challenges include; The Hedgehog (3km a day), The Arctic Tern (96,000 steps over the week) and The Nature Nut (walking a new nature reserve every single day of the challenge.)
Examples of 30 by 30 projects that money raised could go towards including restoring 50 hectares of lost peat-fenland at Bourne North Fen and the reintroduction of beavers to the Isle of Wight.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Tablets used for signing in to buildings during Covid

A COMPANY whose technology replaces traditional signing-in books with digital tablets has been congratulated by its local MP .
Fareham-based MediaBase Direct makes an ‘ e-reception book ’ which is installed at schools , care homes and other business premises .
The tablets are used instead of traditional books for recording staff and visitors as they arrive and leave .
MediaBase Direct showed the technology to Fareham MP and UK attorney general Suelle Braverman .
Users can sign in electronically and can also register before they arrive , while facility managers can monitor headcounts in real time .
During the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been upgraded to integrate with the NHS Covid-19 contact tracing app for England and Wales .
MBD director Anil Jain said : “ It was an absolute pleasure to welcome Mrs Braverman and we are very grateful that she was able to find the time in her very busy schedule to visit .
“ It was clear from her visit that Mrs Braverman recognises the role that dynamic tech companies play in digital transformation and the benefits this can bring to society and the economy .
We would be very pleased to assist @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the future.
” MediaBase Diret has been trading for more than 25 years , delivering database and digital products .
It has been operating with social distancing in place at Arena Business Centres ’ Lancaster Court in Fareham and its e-reception book is used at all 10 Arena Business Centres in the south .
Suella Braverman said : “ Firstly , I would like to thank MBD director Anil Jain , and the staff at Lancaster Court , for guiding me around their impressive facility .
I am pleased to see how the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the current crisis , observing social distancing measures while enhancing our ability to tackle the virus .
“ MediaBase Direct is a very much a success story which epitomises the innovation , creativity and dynamism of the tech sector in my constituency .
“ The company is to be congratulated for its contribution to digital safeguarding to help us face the challenging times ahead , ” she added .

Fareham-based MediaBase Direct makes an ‘e-reception book’ which is installed at schools, care homes and other business premises.
The tablets are used instead of traditional books for recording staff and visitors as they arrive and leave.
MediaBase Direct showed the technology to Fareham MP and UK attorney general Suelle Braverman.
Users can sign in electronically and can also register before they arrive, while facility managers can monitor headcounts in real time.
During the pandemic, the visitor management system has been upgraded to integrate with the NHS Covid-19 contact tracing app for England and Wales.
MBD director Anil Jain said: “It was an absolute pleasure to welcome Mrs Braverman and we are very grateful that she was able to find the time in her very busy schedule to visit.
“It was clear from her visit that Mrs Braverman recognises the role that dynamic tech companies play in digital transformation and the benefits this can bring to society and the economy. We would be very pleased to assist in any initiatives she may have in the future.”
MediaBase Diret has been trading for more than 25 years, delivering database and digital products. It has been operating with social distancing in place at Arena Business Centres’ Lancaster Court in Fareham and its e-reception book is used at all 10 Arena Business Centres in the south.
Suella Braverman said: “Firstly, I would like to thank MBD director Anil Jain, and the staff at Lancaster Court, for guiding me around their impressive facility. I am pleased to see how the company has been operating in spite of the current crisis, observing social distancing measures while enhancing our ability to tackle the virus.
“MediaBase Direct is a very much a success story which epitomises the innovation, creativity and dynamism of the tech sector in my constituency.
“The company is to be congratulated for its contribution to digital safeguarding to help us face the challenging times ahead,” she added.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Couple fundraise over £1,000 through car journey across UK

A HAMPSHIRE couple have raised more than £1,000 for charity after driving their classic car across the UK .
David and Sally Small , from Hedge End took to the road in their 1976 Triumph Stag .
The trip took them from their home in Hedge End , to John O ’ Groats , to Lands End and then back to Hedge End , a journey of over 1800 miles .
They left on Friday , October 2 , and returned on Tuesday , October 6 , taking turns at the wheel throughout .
The couple decided to take on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Beirut explosion last month .
David , who is also a member of Hedge End Rotary , wanted to do something to help .
A children ’ s hospital was badly damaged in the blast , and all money raised from their drive will be going towards repairs .
The drive was a very demanding challenge claimed David , with the couple covering over 400 miles on one of the days .
He said : “ It was very tiring , and between muscle fatigue and concentration , it was hard work .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ driving in torrential rain and strong winds most of the time .
“ We had to concentrate constantly to keep it in a straight line , but we have been sleeping very well since we got back.
” The husband and wife set up a JustGiving page for the challenge and have raised £1,440 so far .
David added : “ Overall it was extremely successful , and the car performed extraordinary well .
“ I just want to thank everybody that has been so generous.
” David and Sally 's JustGiving page @ @ @ @ @

David and Sally Small, from Hedge End took to the road in their 1976 Triumph Stag.
The trip took them from their home in Hedge End, to John O’Groats, to Lands End and then back to Hedge End, a journey of over 1800 miles.
They left on Friday, October 2, and returned on Tuesday, October 6, taking turns at the wheel throughout.
The couple decided to take on the challenge after seeing footage of the Beirut explosion last month.
David, who is also a member of Hedge End Rotary, wanted to do something to help.
A children’s hospital was badly damaged in the blast, and all money raised from their drive will be going towards repairs.
The drive was a very demanding challenge claimed David, with the couple covering over 400 miles on one of the days.
He said: “It was very tiring, and between muscle fatigue and concentration, it was hard work.
“Storm Alex hit and we were driving in torrential rain and strong winds most of the time.
“We had to concentrate constantly to keep it in a straight line, but we have been sleeping very well since we got back.”
The husband and wife set up a JustGiving page for the challenge and have raised £1,440 so far.
David added: “Overall it was extremely successful, and the car performed extraordinary well.
“I just want to thank everybody that has been so generous.”
David and Sally's JustGiving page is still taking donations.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Dorset Police officer Timothy Brehmer in court for trial

THE CAR a nurse was found “ hanging out of '' and police bodycam footage from the scene was shown to the jury in the murder trial of Dorset Police officer Timothy Brehmer .
Day three of the trial of Brehmer , accused of murdering Claire Parry after an argument in the Horns Inn car park in West Parley on May 9 , took place at Salisbury Crown Court today , October 14 .
Brehmer , 41 , and of Hordle in the New Forest , admits the manslaughter of Mrs Parry , 41 , and of Bournemouth , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were taken into the car park of the court to examine the Citreon Mrs Parry was found unconscious “ part-in , part-out ” of .
Paramedics on the scene described how they found Mrs Parry , pictured below , with discolouration to her neck and blood in her mouth .
Matthew Rowe , a crime scene investigator , was called to give evidence , and confirmed he was told the Citreon had been moved from its original position at the scene to make room for CPR to take place .
Mr Rowe said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” which was bloodstained at the front of the vehicle .
He then told the court there was “ moderate blood distribution ” around the driver ’ s seat of the car which was “ more concentrated ” where one would sit , rather than the back of the chair .
The court heard how the floor mat under the driver ’ s seat was “ heavily stained ” and a “ pool of blood had formed ” .
There was also blood in the centre console , in front of the gear @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the sill of the passenger door , the jury was told .
Mr Rowe found sunglasses with bloodstains , as well as a knife and a white coloured ladies ’ shoe .
The tread of the shoe matched that of the marks on the dashboard .
An iPhone in a purple case was found , Mr Rowe told the court , which was “ quite heavily blood stained ” .
The phone belonged to Mrs Parry .
Mr Rowe found Brehmer ’ s iPhone in the car and noted that it had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which led to Mrs Parry ’ s death , Brehmer walked to the entrance of the car park and sat on the ground , where a member of the public phoned for an ambulance .
Emergency services , including police , arrived on the scene shortly before 2pm , and bodycam footage was played in court .
In the video , a visibly distressed Brehmer tells emergency care worker Simon Mumford he was stabbed and the knife was in the car .
He said : “ I ’ ve been having an affair @ @ @ @ @ @ @ years .
She asked me to meet her here , she ’ s going to tell my wife , I ’ m going to lose my boy .
“ She was going through my phone and I think she told my wife.
” The video then resumed with Brehmer in the ambulance where he said : “ She wouldn ’ t get out the car , I wanted her to go and I was going to kill myself because I ’ ve lost my boy .
“ I don ’ t really remember @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , it all happened so quickly.
” PC Mills entered the ambulance at this point , and Brehmer told him his son “ won ’ t want him ” anymore .
Brehmer is then arrested on suspicion of attempted murder .
Mr Mumford told the court Brehmer said to him , “ God ( Mrs Parry ) has kids ” and “ what ’ s my mother going to think ?
” Footage was then played of Brehmer at Salisbury Hospital the following morning , where he had been taken for treatment from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nurse what happened the day before and travels back to Winchester custody with police officer Connor Lombardo .
Mr Lombardo , as he says in his witness statement , then informed him Mrs Parry had died and further arrested him on suspicion of murder at 1.55pm .

Day three of the trial of Brehmer, accused of murdering Claire Parry after an argument in the Horns Inn car park in West Parley on May 9, took place at Salisbury Crown Court today, October 14.
Brehmer, 41, and of Hordle in the New Forest, admits the manslaughter of Mrs Parry, 41, and of Bournemouth, but denies murder.
Jurors in the trial were taken into the car park of the court to examine the Citreon Mrs Parry was found unconscious “part-in, part-out” of.
Paramedics on the scene described how they found Mrs Parry, pictured below, with discolouration to her neck and blood in her mouth.
Matthew Rowe, a crime scene investigator, was called to give evidence, and confirmed he was told the Citreon had been moved from its original position at the scene to make room for CPR to take place.
Mr Rowe said he first found a white “sockette” which was bloodstained at the front of the vehicle.
He then told the court there was “moderate blood distribution” around the driver’s seat of the car which was “more concentrated” where one would sit, rather than the back of the chair.
The court heard how the floor mat under the driver’s seat was “heavily stained” and a “pool of blood had formed”.
There was also blood in the centre console, in front of the gear stick, on the steering wheel and on the sill of the passenger door, the jury was told.
Pc Brehmer's denies murder
Mr Rowe found sunglasses with bloodstains, as well as a knife and a white coloured ladies’ shoe. The tread of the shoe matched that of the marks on the dashboard.
An iPhone in a purple case was found, Mr Rowe told the court, which was “quite heavily blood stained”. The phone belonged to Mrs Parry.
Mr Rowe found Brehmer’s iPhone in the car and noted that it had been factory reset.
After the argument which led to Mrs Parry’s death, Brehmer walked to the entrance of the car park and sat on the ground, where a member of the public phoned for an ambulance.
Emergency services, including police, arrived on the scene shortly before 2pm, and bodycam footage was played in court.
In the video, a visibly distressed Brehmer tells emergency care worker Simon Mumford he was stabbed and the knife was in the car.
He said: “I’ve been having an affair with her (Mrs Parry) for years. She asked me to meet her here, she’s going to tell my wife, I’m going to lose my boy.
“She was going through my phone and I think she told my wife.”
The video then resumed with Brehmer in the ambulance where he said: “She wouldn’t get out the car, I wanted her to go and I was going to kill myself because I’ve lost my boy.
“I don’t really remember (what happened with the knife), it all happened so quickly.”
PC Mills entered the ambulance at this point, and Brehmer told him his son “won’t want him” anymore. Brehmer is then arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
Mr Mumford told the court Brehmer said to him, “God (Mrs Parry) has kids” and “what’s my mother going to think?”
Footage was then played of Brehmer at Salisbury Hospital the following morning, where he had been taken for treatment from Winchester custody.
He explains to a nurse what happened the day before and travels back to Winchester custody with police officer Connor Lombardo.
Mr Lombardo, as he says in his witness statement, then informed him Mrs Parry had died and further arrested him on suspicion of murder at 1.55pm.
Brehmer denies murder, the trial continues.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Drivers told to beware of attempt to con them out of £80

POLICE are warning people who beware of fraudsters trying to con them out of up to £80 .
New Forest Heart Cops are urging householders to beware of an email that tells them to pay a fine of £23.24 , saying it will rise to £80.96 if they fail to comply within 28 days .
A police spokesman said : `` We have had several people contact us today telling us about this latest scam . ''
The email says : `` You have to pay a fine for £23.24 for the following : the use of a vehicle on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a charging scheme applies without payment of the appropriate charge , at the date and time started below Date : 05.10.2020 Time : 16:24 PM .
`` If you do not respond before the end of the period of 28 days beginning with the date of service of this notice a charge certificate may be issued which would increase the penalty charge to £80.96 GBP .
`` Failure to then pay the increased penalty charge may result in the outstanding balance being registered as a debt in the County Court .
`` You @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of service of this notice to pay the discounted . ''
Writing on social media New Forest Heart Cops say : `` As you can see it is very badly written and does n't include any car details at all and does n't mention where the incident took place '' This is a scam .
If you or a friend are contacted in this way ignore it and do n't reply . ''
One woman replied : `` Two of my friends have received this - luckily they are both on the ball @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have been scammed . ''
Another added : `` I got this one yesterday .
I was a little suspicious as I do n't drive . ''

New Forest Heart Cops are urging householders to beware of an email that tells them to pay a fine of £23.24, saying it will rise to £80.96 if they fail to comply within 28 days.
A police spokesman said: "We have had several people contact us today telling us about this latest scam."
The email says: "You have to pay a fine for £23.24 for the following: the use of a vehicle on a road in the charging area which a charging scheme applies without payment of the appropriate charge, at the date and time started below Date: 05.10.2020 Time: 16:24 PM.
"If you do not respond before the end of the period of 28 days beginning with the date of service of this notice a charge certificate may be issued which would increase the penalty charge to £80.96 GBP.
"Failure to then pay the increased penalty charge may result in the outstanding balance being registered as a debt in the County Court.
"You have 14 days beginning with the date of service of this notice to pay the discounted."
Writing on social media New Forest Heart Cops say: "As you can see it is very badly written and doesn't include any car details at all and doesn't mention where the incident took place
"This is a scam. If you or a friend are contacted in this way ignore it and don't reply."
One woman replied: "Two of my friends have received this - luckily they are both on the ball. I feel for those people who have been scammed."
Another added: "I got this one yesterday. I was a little suspicious as I don't drive."


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Coronavirus: 29 more cases diagnosed in 24 hours in Southampton

The number of recorded coronavirus cases in Southampton increased by 29 over the last 24 hours , official figures show .
Public Health England figures show that 1,405 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 by 9am on Wednesday ( October 14 ) in Southampton , up from 1,376 the same time on Tuesday .
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests , which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government 's mass testing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more than 100 new cases recorded in Hampshire > > > The rate of infection in Southampton now stands at 556 cases per 100,000 people , far lower than the England average of 989 .
Across the UK , the number of recorded cases increased by 19,724 over the period , to 654,644 .
Southampton 's cases were among the 53,456 recorded across the South East , a figure which rose by 1,166 over the period .
Cumulative case counts include patients who are currently unwell , have recovered and those that have @ @

Public Health England figures show that 1,405 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 by 9am on Wednesday (October 14) in Southampton, up from 1,376 the same time on Tuesday.
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests, which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government's mass testing programme.
The rate of infection in Southampton now stands at 556 cases per 100,000 people, far lower than the England average of 989.
Across the UK, the number of recorded cases increased by 19,724 over the period, to 654,644.
Southampton's cases were among the 53,456 recorded across the South East, a figure which rose by 1,166 over the period.
Cumulative case counts include patients who are currently unwell, have recovered and those that have died.


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Two Southampton men arrested on suspicion of drugs offences

TWO men have been arrested on suspicion of theft and drugs offences in Southampton .
They were detained at Howards @ @ @ @ @ black Astra after it was seen to be speeding .
A police spokesman said : @ @ @ @ @ Southampton has been arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle , theft from @ @ @ @ @ of what is believed to be Class A and B drugs , no insurance and @ @ @ @ @ with a licence .
`` Another man aged 22 , also from Southampton , has @ @ @ @ @ theft from a motor vehicle , possession of an offensive weapon and possession with intent @ @ @ @ @ .
`` They both remain in police custody at this time . ''

They were detained at Howards Grove after police stopped a black Astra after it was seen to be speeding.
A police spokesman said: "A 22-year-old man from Southampton has been arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle, theft from a motor vehicle, possession of what is believed to be Class A and B drugs, no insurance and driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence.
"Another man aged 22, also from Southampton, has been arrested on suspicion of theft from a motor vehicle, possession of an offensive weapon and possession with intent to supply Class B drugs.
"They both remain in police custody at this time."


thedailyecho--2020-10-14--Vehicle seized by police in Sutton Scotney

A VEHICLE has been seized after the driver was allegedly found to have no insurance .
The incident took place @ @ @ @ @ at around 8.45pm .
The vehicle was allegedly showing no insurance and was seized under @ @ @ @ @ The driver , a 53-year-old woman from Sutton Scotney , has been reported for summons @ @ @ @ @ whilst uninsured .

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