thedailyecho--2020-10-22--New Forest man shot in head by family member

THE proceedings concluded , the brothers exchange friendly smiles and waved each other goodbye – one to go home with his newly wed wife , the other to a less than certain future .
The scenario was the remarkable culmination of an unlikely drama born out of filial resentment and misconceived betrayal .
Harold Cowell , 25 , was playing draughts with his wife , Edith , at their isolated home when a window suddenly shattered .
`` There was a loud noise , it sounded like an explosion , '' she told the Echo crime reporter .
`` Then @ @ @ @ @ @ @ horrified to see her husband collapse with blood oozing from his head from a gunshot wound .
The blast was heard by her parents whose home stood just a few yards along the lane , partly surrounded by trees and desolate even in daytime .
Cowell , who was rushed to the local hospital for emergency surgery , and his brother , Lesley 23 , ran wireless business from the bungalow .
But why was he targeted ?
Cowell was highly popular with no known enemies .
A neighbour of the couple in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could have only slighted disgruntled passing beggars on their way to Bournemouth .
`` Two or three loutish fellows who asked me for money this week threatened me for not complying , '' she said .
However detectives were dubious and concentrated their line of inquiry on a man seeking lurking in the vicinity who might have made off into the New Forest , and appealed for information for motorists who gave the individual a lift near Christchurch to contact them .
As Cowell made a slow but steady recovery in hospital from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from his head , face and hands , police – who had made transformed their bungalow as their headquarters in the hunt – were desperately trying to trace the weapon .
They were joined by Hampshire 's chief constable , Major E R Cockburn , who was driven to the scene from Winchester and held a consultation with Superintendent P J Jacobs in charge of the investigation .
Mrs Cowell , who had been married to her husband for ten months , told the Echo she was still `` bewildered '' by the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a former girl guide and through her training had given what medical assistance she could render before the emergency services arrived at the scene that night – April 2 , 1931 .
Detectives by this stage had ruled out the theory the shooting had been the work of a madman but lay great store in an interview with a young Bournemouth motorist who had been driving in the vicinity of Hurn Common on the night of the mystery and witnessed a man armed with a gun walking towards the bungalow .
The story @ @ @ @ @ @ @ days later police arrested the most unlikely suspect who had called at the the house in his two-seater car – his brother .
He was immediately arrested and taken to Christchurch police station where he was charged with feloniously wounding his brother with intent to murder .
The following morning , April 13 , magistrate N L Shave there conducted a short hearing in which solicitor Arthur W Malim appealed for bail , saying Cowell 's father would act as surety .
But that was fiercely opposed by Supt Jacobs who delivered a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shooting and the arrest , adding that the accused had made a statement which he did not intent to disclose at that time .
Cowell , a pale , dark man with a crop of dark wave hair and described as a wireless expert , had his bail application rejected and was remanded in custody for three days .
As he was led to a waiting car to transport him to Winchester jail , a large crowd who had heard of the arrest , had gathered outside in the hope of gaining a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a heavy electric magnet in the search of a sporting gun allegedly used in the shooting and dumped in the River Stour at Ensbury , some two miles away .
However , it was not until the third remand hearing that the full story was revealed with Mrs Cowell talking warmly of their trio 's relationship .
`` I think they were very much more close than ordinary brothers , '' she explained , revealing that apart from sleeping at the bungalow , her brother-in-law lived and worked there .
`` I have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have never heard a wry word . ''
Malin asked : `` As far as you were aware , could you suggest the slightest motive for the alleged attack on your husband ? ''
She could not , she replied .
Cowell told the court how he and his brother had been to Bournemouth in a fruitless search for a French polisher and after they had parted , he did not expect him again that day .
As he and his wife were playing draughts , he did not hear the shot but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ feeling of having `` a bad headache '' and an `` electric shock '' in his left hand .
As he waited for the ambulance , his brother unexpectedly turned up .
Cowell then told the court of their past .
After leaving school , they went to sea for Marconi Coy and Union Castle line but then for three and a half years they separated , with his brother working on a coasting steamship on Portuguese East Africa before being invalided out because of the climate .
After he had outlined how @ @ @ @ @ @ @ came startling revelation .
Malin : `` There was a very strong relationship between you and your brother , was there not ? ''
Malin : `` Did you , by way of example , make a compact that you and your brother would never get married and that you would live together for the rest of your lives ? ''
Malin : `` Did your brother raise any objection to you getting married ? ''
Cowell : `` No .
He said words to the effect the compact was off . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ was spending too much at their home but he never repeated that to him and she had never objected to their relationship .
Malin : `` Can you suggest to the court any possible or probable motive that would have induced him to commit such a crime to yourself ? ''
Cowell : `` No possible motive .
He is the last person on Earth I would have expected of it . ''
But then came the bombshell , with the younger Cowell revealing his true feelings towards his brother when interviewed .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ brother but I hate him for the way he has treated my mother and his wife .
He is a bully and I thought the world would be better without him .
I first thought of murdering him 12 months ago when we were bathing in Devonshire .
`` I went to the front of the bungalow covered my brother with the gun and pulled the trigger .
I did n't stop to see what happened but raced back to my car by the side plot and drove away at 60 miles per @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trial at Hampshire Assizes where on July 17 he faced an indictment containing three charges – shooting with intent to murder , wounding with intent to murder and doing grievous bodily harm .
The facts were not in dispute and the issue facing jurors was to determine whether the defendant was mentally responsible for his actions .
His brother once more said he could not conceive any motive or reason for the shooting : `` There must be something wrong with him . ''
It was a point endorsed by Supt Jacobs who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been suicidal tendencies in the family , five on his father 's side and three on his mother 's .
Two of his father 's cousins had taken their lives .
The defence called Dr William Dawson , Inspector of Asylums for Ireland , who said he was satisfied Cowell was of unsound mind and suffered from a mental disease known as dementia precox .
J G Trapnell , defending asked : `` Do you think you really knew what he was doing ?
Could he form an independent judgement about it at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` He said to me he could not understand why he was doing it .
It looks to me he did not appreciate it .
When he was about to pull the trigger he could not understand why he was doing it . ''
To the barrister 's suggestion that he had not been `` appreciating the quality of his act , '' the doctor responded : `` He would realise he was shooting at his brother but could not understand why he should be doing so . ''
That line of questioning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Henderson : `` Do you say this man is certifiable ? ''
Dawson concurred ; `` I should certify he is of unsound mind , certainly . ''
Mr Justice Roche the inquired : `` You can cure it ( dementia precox ) ? ''
`` Yes , '' he replied .
`` People get well under treatment . ''
However Dr C R Smythe , medical officer at Winchester Prison , rejected the witness 's evidence .
`` I could no find any evidence of mental disease , '' he testified .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ He was very reticent and it was extremely difficult to get anything out of him . ''
He was supported by Dr Hugh Grierson , senior medical officer at Brixham Jal , who described Cowell as perfectly rational in conversation and showed no abnormality .
`` I could find no indication of insanity or mental deficiency .
In discussing the case , he showed normal interests and was anxious to see what the result would be .
He said he was very sorry for his parents .
I could find no sign of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ speech , Trapnell submitted to jurors it was a case of a man needing mental treatment and not punishment .
Jurors found Cowell guilty of the main charge but found he was not responsible for his actions at the time , and the judge directed he must be detained as a criminal lunatic during His Majesty 's pleasure .

The scenario was the remarkable culmination of an unlikely drama born out of filial resentment and misconceived betrayal.
Harold Cowell, 25, was playing draughts with his wife, Edith, at their isolated home when a window suddenly shattered.
"There was a loud noise, it sounded like an explosion," she told the Echo crime reporter. "Then I screamed."
She had been horrified to see her husband collapse with blood oozing from his head from a gunshot wound. The blast was heard by her parents whose home stood just a few yards along the lane, partly surrounded by trees and desolate even in daytime.
Cowell, who was rushed to the local hospital for emergency surgery, and his brother, Lesley 23, ran wireless business from the bungalow.
But why was he targeted?
Cowell was highly popular with no known enemies.
A neighbour of the couple in Hurn Way, Christchurch, believed he could have only slighted disgruntled passing beggars on their way to Bournemouth.
"Two or three loutish fellows who asked me for money this week threatened me for not complying," she said.
However detectives were dubious and concentrated their line of inquiry on a man seeking lurking in the vicinity who might have made off into the New Forest, and appealed for information for motorists who gave the individual a lift near Christchurch to contact them.
As Cowell made a slow but steady recovery in hospital from the removal of more than 40 pellets from his head, face and hands, police – who had made transformed their bungalow as their headquarters in the hunt – were desperately trying to trace the weapon.
They were joined by Hampshire's chief constable, Major E R Cockburn, who was driven to the scene from Winchester and held a consultation with Superintendent P J Jacobs in charge of the investigation.
Mrs Cowell, who had been married to her husband for ten months, told the Echo she was still "bewildered" by the motive. The paper learnt she was a former girl guide and through her training had given what medical assistance she could render before the emergency services arrived at the scene that night – April 2, 1931. Detectives by this stage had ruled out the theory the shooting had been the work of a madman but lay great store in an interview with a young Bournemouth motorist who had been driving in the vicinity of Hurn Common on the night of the mystery and witnessed a man armed with a gun walking towards the bungalow.
The story then drifted away from headlines but ten days later police arrested the most unlikely suspect who had called at the the house in his two-seater car – his brother.
He was immediately arrested and taken to Christchurch police station where he was charged with feloniously wounding his brother with intent to murder. The following morning, April 13, magistrate N L Shave there conducted a short hearing in which solicitor Arthur W Malim appealed for bail, saying Cowell's father would act as surety.
But that was fiercely opposed by Supt Jacobs who delivered a few details about the nature of the shooting and the arrest, adding that the accused had made a statement which he did not intent to disclose at that time.
Cowell, a pale, dark man with a crop of dark wave hair and described as a wireless expert, had his bail application rejected and was remanded in custody for three days. As he was led to a waiting car to transport him to Winchester jail, a large crowd who had heard of the arrest, had gathered outside in the hope of gaining a glimpse of him.
Meanwhile police used a heavy electric magnet in the search of a sporting gun allegedly used in the shooting and dumped in the River Stour at Ensbury, some two miles away.
However, it was not until the third remand hearing that the full story was revealed with Mrs Cowell talking warmly of their trio's relationship.
"I think they were very much more close than ordinary brothers," she explained, revealing that apart from sleeping at the bungalow, her brother-in-law lived and worked there. "I have seen my husband's brother daily and have never heard a wry word."
Malin asked: "As far as you were aware, could you suggest the slightest motive for the alleged attack on your husband?"
She could not, she replied.
Cowell told the court how he and his brother had been to Bournemouth in a fruitless search for a French polisher and after they had parted, he did not expect him again that day.
As he and his wife were playing draughts, he did not hear the shot but fell back on the settee with the feeling of having "a bad headache" and an "electric shock" in his left hand.
As he waited for the ambulance, his brother unexpectedly turned up.
Cowell then told the court of their past.
After leaving school, they went to sea for Marconi Coy and Union Castle line but then for three and a half years they separated, with his brother working on a coasting steamship on Portuguese East Africa before being invalided out because of the climate.
After he had outlined how they had established their joint, there came startling revelation.
Malin: "There was a very strong relationship between you and your brother, was there not?"
Cowell:– "Yes."
Malin: "Did you, by way of example, make a compact that you and your brother would never get married and that you would live together for the rest of your lives?"
Cowell: "Yes."
Malin: "Did your brother raise any objection to you getting married?"
Cowell: "No. He said words to the effect the compact was off."
Cowell conceded his wife thought his brother was spending too much at their home but he never repeated that to him and she had never objected to their relationship.
Malin: "Can you suggest to the court any possible or probable motive that would have induced him to commit such a crime to yourself?"
Cowell: "No possible motive. He is the last person on Earth I would have expected of it."
But then came the bombshell, with the younger Cowell revealing his true feelings towards his brother when interviewed.
It read: "I love my brother but I hate him for the way he has treated my mother and his wife. He is a bully and I thought the world would be better without him. I first thought of murdering him 12 months ago when we were bathing in Devonshire.
"I went to the front of the bungalow covered my brother with the gun and pulled the trigger. I didn't stop to see what happened but raced back to my car by the side plot and drove away at 60 miles per hour."
Cowell was committed for trial at Hampshire Assizes where on July 17 he faced an indictment containing three charges – shooting with intent to murder, wounding with intent to murder and doing grievous bodily harm.
The facts were not in dispute and the issue facing jurors was to determine whether the defendant was mentally responsible for his actions.
His brother once more said he could not conceive any motive or reason for the shooting: "There must be something wrong with him."
It was a point endorsed by Supt Jacobs who said from inquiries he learnt there had been suicidal tendencies in the family, five on his father's side and three on his mother's. Two of his father's cousins had taken their lives.
The defence called Dr William Dawson, Inspector of Asylums for Ireland, who said he was satisfied Cowell was of unsound mind and suffered from a mental disease known as dementia precox.
J G Trapnell, defending asked: "Do you think you really knew what he was doing? Could he form an independent judgement about it at the time?"
Dawson replied: "He said to me he could not understand why he was doing it. It looks to me he did not appreciate it. When he was about to pull the trigger he could not understand why he was doing it."
To the barrister's suggestion that he had not been "appreciating the quality of his act," the doctor responded: "He would realise he was shooting at his brother but could not understand why he should be doing so."
That line of questioning was then taken up by prosecutor Scott Henderson: "Do you say this man is certifiable?"
Dawson concurred; "I should certify he is of unsound mind, certainly."
Mr Justice Roche the inquired: "You can cure it (dementia precox)?"
"Yes," he replied. "People get well under treatment."
However Dr C R Smythe, medical officer at Winchester Prison, rejected the witness's evidence.
"I could no find any evidence of mental disease," he testified. "He has done nothing extraordinary. He was very reticent and it was extremely difficult to get anything out of him."
He was supported by Dr Hugh Grierson, senior medical officer at Brixham Jal, who described Cowell as perfectly rational in conversation and showed no abnormality.
"I could find no indication of insanity or mental deficiency. In discussing the case, he showed normal interests and was anxious to see what the result would be. He said he was very sorry for his parents. I could find no sign of dementia precox."
In his closing speech, Trapnell submitted to jurors it was a case of a man needing mental treatment and not punishment.
Jurors found Cowell guilty of the main charge but found he was not responsible for his actions at the time, and the judge directed he must be detained as a criminal lunatic during His Majesty's pleasure.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Southampton man took own life after long cancer battle

A SOUTHAMPTON father took his own life following a lengthy battle with cancer .
Robert Jesse Lambert was rushed to @ @ @ @ @ he was found unresponsive at home .
An inquest into his death has revealed that @ @ @ @ @ take his own life .
The 92-year-old had taken an overdose of a gas used @ @ @ @ @ court heard .
Mr Lambert had a number of health problems including a long battle @ @ @ @ @ heart disease , and the early stages or pneumonia .
Area Coroner Jason Pegg told @ @ @ @ @ had taken his own life to `` be with his son 's mother '' and @ @ @ @ @ up '' of battling cancer .
Mr Lambert was taken to Southampton General Hospital but @ @ @ @ @ 28 he passed away .
The cause of death given was suicide by drugs overdose @ @ @ @ @ , John , described his as an `` avid reader '' who loved crosswords .

Robert Jesse Lambert was rushed to hospital on March 27 after he was found unresponsive at home.
An inquest into his death has revealed that Mr Lambert had intended to take his own life.
The 92-year-old had taken an overdose of a gas used as a sedative, the court heard.
Mr Lambert had a number of health problems including a long battle with colon cancer, ischemic heart disease, and the early stages or pneumonia.
Area Coroner Jason Pegg told the court how Mr Lambert had taken his own life to "be with his son's mother" and because he was "fed up" of battling cancer.
Mr Lambert was taken to Southampton General Hospital but a day later on March 28 he passed away.
The cause of death given was suicide by drugs overdose.
Mr Lambert's son, John, described his as an "avid reader" who loved crosswords.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Old Droxford Station, used by Churchill, is up for sale

IT WAS once a top secret temporary base used by Winston Churchill to form the final plans for D-Day .
Now , Old Droxford Station is for sale .
The property , a former station on the Meon Valley Railway , is steeped in history .
It is most famed for its use by Churchill in June 1944 , where he met ministers to decide on his invasion strategy for World War Two .
Since then it has been converted into a four-bedroom home and is on sale for £1.5 million , via estate agency Knight Frank .
According to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been popular with D-Day fanatics and has attracted a steady stream of visitors over the years .
The train line was originally built in the hope that Queen Victoria would use the route to travel to and from her home on the Isle of Wight .
She died two years before the line was completed in 1903 .
In June 1944 , in the days leading up to the Normandy landings , Prime Minister Winston Churchill used it .
Based in an armoured train parked in the sidings at Droxford and obscured by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , military commanders and leaders of allied nations .
The secret train was codenamed 'Rugged ' and it served as the Prime Minister ’ s mobile headquarters .
Free French leader Charles de Gaulle was informed of the Normandy invasion plans by Churchill and Anthony Eden , the foreign secretary , at Droxford on June 4 .
He chose the station as a secure base , to be near the coast and to the nearby Allied command centre at Southwick House .
At 6.58pm on June 5 , shortly before the landings were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ train pulled out of Droxford and returned to London .

Now, Old Droxford Station is for sale.
The property, a former station on the Meon Valley Railway, is steeped in history.
It is most famed for its use by Churchill in June 1944, where he met ministers to decide on his invasion strategy for World War Two.
Since then it has been converted into a four-bedroom home and is on sale for £1.5 million, via estate agency Knight Frank.
According to the current owner, the site has been popular with D-Day fanatics and has attracted a steady stream of visitors over the years.
The train line was originally built in the hope that Queen Victoria would use the route to travel to and from her home on the Isle of Wight.
She died two years before the line was completed in 1903.
In June 1944, in the days leading up to the Normandy landings, Prime Minister Winston Churchill used it.
Based in an armoured train parked in the sidings at Droxford and obscured by beech trees, Churchill met numerous ministers, military commanders and leaders of allied nations.
The secret train was codenamed 'Rugged' and it served as the Prime Minister’s mobile headquarters.
Free French leader Charles de Gaulle was informed of the Normandy invasion plans by Churchill and Anthony Eden, the foreign secretary, at Droxford on June 4.
He chose the station as a secure base, to be near the coast and to the nearby Allied command centre at Southwick House.
At 6.58pm on June 5, shortly before the landings were due to take place, Churchill's train pulled out of Droxford and returned to London.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Murder trial of Timothy Brehmer continues at Salisbury Crown Court

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thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Boots reveal the top 12  gifts expected to fly off the shelves for Christmas 2020

Boots have revealed the top 12 Christmas gifts that are expected to fly off the shelves this year .
It comes after the retailer Boots announced the return of its 'much-loved ' Christmas 3 for 2 , which is available on selected top 12 gifts .
What have Boots said about the 2020 list ?
Liz Hewitt , senior buyer at Boots , said : `` We want to make Christmas shopping as effortless and fun as possible for our customers .
`` As families have been separated this year , we believe that people will take more care than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ loved ones , so we ’ ve curated a range that taps into the biggest gifting trends we know our shoppers will love , at brilliant prices.
” “ With communities becoming more tightknit during lockdown , we are anticipating an outpouring of small gifts of thanks to local neighbours and key workers .
`` So we have more gifts under £10 , in fact almost half of the gifting range is priced at £10 and under .
`` The iconic Christmas 3 for 2 offer is back this year with more lines @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more this festive season . ''

It comes after the retailer Boots announced the return of its 'much-loved' Christmas 3 for 2, which is available on selected top 12 gifts.
What have Boots said about the 2020 list?
Liz Hewitt, senior buyer at Boots, said: "We want to make Christmas shopping as effortless and fun as possible for our customers.
"As families have been separated this year, we believe that people will take more care than ever finding the perfect gift for their loved ones, so we’ve curated a range that taps into the biggest gifting trends we know our shoppers will love, at brilliant prices.”
“With communities becoming more tightknit during lockdown, we are anticipating an outpouring of small gifts of thanks to local neighbours and key workers.
"So we have more gifts under £10, in fact almost half of the gifting range is priced at £10 and under.
"The iconic Christmas 3 for 2 offer is back this year with more lines than ever before, helping shoppers save more this festive season."
The Boots Top 12 Christmas Gift List 2020 is:
1. Liz Earle, The Joy of Cleanse & Polish, £12.00
2. Huda Beauty, Mini Nude Obsessions - Rich & Liquid Matte - Spice Girl Set, £27.00
3. Rituals, The Ritual of Ayurveda – Rebalancing Collection, £39.90
4. No7, Skincare Treats 7 Steps to Beautiful Skin, £50
5. Stitch & Story, Cup Cosy Grey, £8.00
6. Boots Glow Essential Beauty Kit, £10
7. Fenty Beauty, Glossy Posse Holo'daze Edition Mini Gloss Bomb Collection, £30
8. Macmillan Advent Calendar, £85.00
9. BBC Earth, Cleansing Bar Travel Set, £10.00
10. Viktor & Rolf, Spicebomb Eau de Toilette 50ml, £55.00
11. La Librairie, Neroli Divine Eau de Toilette 100ml, £25
12. Cowshed Blissful Body Lotion, £10


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Royal Mail confirm the last international posting dates for Christmas 2020

Royal Mail have confirmed the international posting dates to ensure mail and parcels arrive in time for Christmas 2020 .
@ @ @ @ @ expected to remain in place for many countries during the festive season , Royal Mail @ @ @ @ @ UK to post early .
The announcement from the delivery firm is to ensure cards @ @ @ @ @ friends abroad in time .
Here are the last posting dates with Royal Mail for @ @ @ @ @ : • Africa , Asia , the Caribbean , Central & South America , the @ @ @ @ @ Middle East - December 9 • Eastern Europe ( except Czech Republic , Poland and @ @ @ @ @ Turkey - December 11

While global coronavirus restrictions are expected to remain in place for many countries during the festive season, Royal Mail have urged people across the UK to post early.
The announcement from the delivery firm is to ensure cards and gifts reach family and friends abroad in time.
Here are the last posting dates with Royal Mail for international destinations for Christmas 2020:


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thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Over 1k Southampton people sign Marcus Rashford's petition

More than 1,000 people in Southampton ’ s parliamentary constituencies have signed Marcus Rashford ’ s petition to end child food poverty , which will be put to a vote in Parliament tomorrow ( Wed ) .
The Manchester United and England footballer launched his campaign last week to extend free school meals across the holidays and to more children .
The Labour Party has forced a Commons vote on whether to extend the offer after the Government refused to commit to Mr Rashford ’ s demands .
The star sportsman has urged politicians to back the vote , tweeting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t deem providing vulnerable children with vital food resources a priority then you must ask yourself why ” .
As of around 3pm on Tuesday , 1,131 people in Southampton ’ s three constituencies had signed the petition urging the Government to provide more help to children at risk of going hungry .
It calls for free school meals to be extended to every child from a household on Universal Credit or an equivalent benefit , and to be provided throughout holidays as well as during term time .
It also says Healthy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ who are pregnant or those with young children to buy basic foods – should be raised from £3.10 to £4.25 per week and made available to all those on Universal Credit or a similar benefit .
Across the UK , nearly 300,000 people have signed the petition since it went live on October 15 .
Downing Street seemed to reject the scheme last week , with a Number 10 spokesman saying it was “ not for schools to regularly provide food to pupils during the school holidays ” .
But the Labour Party @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Government to continue funding free school meals over the school breaks until Easter 2021 , with a vote in the Commons scheduled on Wednesday ( October 21 ) .
Mr Rashford , who was recently awarded an MBE for services to vulnerable children , said on Twitter that he had spoken to “ a number of MPs who I know care ” .
He added : “ Whilst I don ’ t agree with another sticking plaster method , these children do need protecting during the upcoming holidays .
“ If your MP @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with vital food resources a priority then you must ask yourself why.
” In Southampton ’ s constituencies , 8,428 children were eligible for free schools meals in the last school year , the latest Department for Education figures show .
Across England , around 1.4 million children had the right to claim .

The Manchester United and England footballer launched his campaign last week to extend free school meals across the holidays and to more children.
The Labour Party has forced a Commons vote on whether to extend the offer after the Government refused to commit to Mr Rashford’s demands.
The star sportsman has urged politicians to back the vote, tweeting that if “your MP doesn’t deem providing vulnerable children with vital food resources a priority then you must ask yourself why”.
As of around 3pm on Tuesday, 1,131 people in Southampton’s three constituencies had signed the petition urging the Government to provide more help to children at risk of going hungry.
It calls for free school meals to be extended to every child from a household on Universal Credit or an equivalent benefit, and to be provided throughout holidays as well as during term time.
It also says Healthy Start vouchers – given to eligible women who are pregnant or those with young children to buy basic foods – should be raised from £3.10 to £4.25 per week and made available to all those on Universal Credit or a similar benefit.
Across the UK, nearly 300,000 people have signed the petition since it went live on October 15.
Downing Street seemed to reject the scheme last week, with a Number 10 spokesman saying it was “not for schools to regularly provide food to pupils during the school holidays”.
But the Labour Party has tabled a motion calling on the Government to continue funding free school meals over the school breaks until Easter 2021, with a vote in the Commons scheduled on Wednesday (October 21).
Mr Rashford, who was recently awarded an MBE for services to vulnerable children, said on Twitter that he had spoken to “a number of MPs who I know care”.
He added: “Whilst I don’t agree with another sticking plaster method, these children do need protecting during the upcoming holidays.
“If your MP doesn’t deem providing vulnerable children with vital food resources a priority then you must ask yourself why.”
In Southampton’s constituencies, 8,428 children were eligible for free schools meals in the last school year, the latest Department for Education figures show.
Across England, around 1.4 million children had the right to claim.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Southampton analyse 200-million-year-old teeth in research

Analysis of 200 million-year-old teeth suggests mammals from that time functioned more like their cold-blooded counterparts .
The research was led by the University of Bristol and involved scientists from the University of Southampton .
Published in Nature Communications , it is the first time palaeontologists have been able to study the physiologies of early fossil mammals directly .
• University of Southampton partnership to help improve access Fossils of teeth from two of the earliest mammals , Morganucodon and Kuehneotherium , were scanned for the first time using powerful X-rays .
This allowed the team to study growth rings @ @ @ @ @ @ @ like tree rings , which could be counted to tell how long these animals lived .
The results indicated a maximum lifespan of up to 14 years – much older than their similarly sized furry successors such as mice and shrews , which tend to only survive a year or two in the wild .
Dr Elis Newham , now Research Associate at the University of Bristol , led this study that was conducted during his time as a PhD student at the University of Southampton .
He said : “ We made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` It was thought the key characteristics of mammals , including their warm-bloodedness , evolved at around the same time ”

The research was led by the University of Bristol and involved scientists from the University of Southampton.
Published in Nature Communications, it is the first time palaeontologists have been able to study the physiologies of early fossil mammals directly.
Fossils of teeth from two of the earliest mammals, Morganucodon and Kuehneotherium, were scanned for the first time using powerful X-rays.
This allowed the team to study growth rings in tooth sockets, deposited every year like tree rings, which could be counted to tell how long these animals lived.
The results indicated a maximum lifespan of up to 14 years – much older than their similarly sized furry successors such as mice and shrews, which tend to only survive a year or two in the wild.
Dr Elis Newham, now Research Associate at the University of Bristol, led this study that was conducted during his time as a PhD student at the University of Southampton.
He said: “We made some amazing and very surprising discoveries.
"It was thought the key characteristics of mammals, including their warm-bloodedness, evolved at around the same time”


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Barton Peveril College students complete summer programmes

Two college students have successfully completed a highly selective and competitive summer programme .
The two students , Elizabeth Bridges and Emily Chini-Foroush , from Barton Peveril Sixth Form College in Eastleigh , have both now finished their Nuffield Future Researchers ( NFR ) programme .
The Nuffield Foundation is a charitable trust that aims to improve social well-being by funding research and innovation projects in education and social policy , and building research capacity in science and social science .
NFR is an online programme and offers students the opportunity to work alongside a researcher over the summer to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their area of interest , before undertaking guided research themselves .
The students were selected to participate after success in a rigorous application process with places limited to only the nation ’ s best students .
Emily , for her research , delved into the development and suitability of copper and fibre optic Ethernet connections with her mentor .
Elizabeth was partnered with mentor Dr Kristy Howells from Canterbury Christ Church University and conducted research into the impact of sports drinks on the body , in line with her passion for Sports Technology @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a brilliant opportunity to progress my research skills and collaborate with a researcher .
Despite being all online , it really was a highlight of my summer and I am really grateful I was selected . ''
Following on from the completion of their projects , Elizabeth ’ s work was put forward as a contender for being among the top ten best pieces in the South East whilst Emily received a Gold CREST Award for her work .
CREST is the British Science Association ’ s scheme for recognising and celebrating work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Technology , Engineering and Mathematics fields .

The two students, Elizabeth Bridges and Emily Chini-Foroush, from Barton Peveril Sixth Form College in Eastleigh, have both now finished their Nuffield Future Researchers (NFR) programme.
The Nuffield Foundation is a charitable trust that aims to improve social well-being by funding research and innovation projects in education and social policy, and building research capacity in science and social science.
NFR is an online programme and offers students the opportunity to work alongside a researcher over the summer to learn more about the research process in their area of interest, before undertaking guided research themselves.
The students were selected to participate after success in a rigorous application process with places limited to only the nation’s best students.
Emily, for her research, delved into the development and suitability of copper and fibre optic Ethernet connections with her mentor.
Elizabeth was partnered with mentor Dr Kristy Howells from Canterbury Christ Church University and conducted research into the impact of sports drinks on the body, in line with her passion for Sports Technology.
She said: "NFR was a brilliant opportunity to progress my research skills and collaborate with a researcher. Despite being all online, it really was a highlight of my summer and I am really grateful I was selected."
Following on from the completion of their projects, Elizabeth’s work was put forward as a contender for being among the top ten best pieces in the South East whilst Emily received a Gold CREST Award for her work.
CREST is the British Science Association’s scheme for recognising and celebrating work completed by students in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics fields.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Southampton food charities searching for volunteers this Xmas

TWO charities providing vital food to people affected by the coronavirus pandemic are urgently appealin for Southampton volunteers to help this Christmas .
FareShare and the Trussell Trust will be collecting food in Tesco stores during the annual pre-Christmas Tesco Food Collection from November 19 to 21 .
The need for food to help Southampton food banks and community groups supported by the two charities is more vital than ever this year because of the pressures caused by coronavirus .
FareShare is looking for people to volunteer at donation points in store , while the Trussell Trust is looking for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on social media to encourage people to donate .
Sophie Greaves , South East Area Manager at the Trussell Trust , said : “ A crisis can often bring out the best in people , and we have been overwhelmed by the support the UK has shown towards food banks in light of the coronavirus outbreak .
“ As we look to the one of the busiest times of the year for food banks in our network , we would be so grateful if people can share shopping lists of their local food @ @ @ @ @ @ @ social media to encourage friends and family to donate .
Together we can make a difference and ensure that food banks are able to help people in crisis this winter.
” During the collection , Southampton customers are encouraged to donate long-life food to help food banks and community groups support people this Christmas .
Tesco will top up customer donations by 20 per cent in cash to aid the two charities in their work .
Last year , 3 million meals were collected as part of the Tesco Food Collection , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 76 million meals have been donated to the two charities by generous Tesco customers .
Southampton volunteers are needed to encourage shoppers to leave their donations in the collection point at the front of stores , with shoppers more likely to donate if volunteers are present .
Volunteers will need to adhere to the Covid-19 rules in place in the store and locally when they participate .
People interested in volunteering can find out more and sign up at fareshare.org.uk/foodcollection .

FareShare and the Trussell Trust will be collecting food in Tesco stores during the annual pre-Christmas Tesco Food Collection from November 19 to 21.
The need for food to help Southampton food banks and community groups supported by the two charities is more vital than ever this year because of the pressures caused by coronavirus.
FareShare is looking for people to volunteer at donation points in store, while the Trussell Trust is looking for social media volunteers to share shopping lists on social media to encourage people to donate.
Sophie Greaves, South East Area Manager at the Trussell Trust, said: “A crisis can often bring out the best in people, and we have been overwhelmed by the support the UK has shown towards food banks in light of the coronavirus outbreak.
“As we look to the one of the busiest times of the year for food banks in our network, we would be so grateful if people can share shopping lists of their local food bank’s most-needed items on their social media to encourage friends and family to donate. Together we can make a difference and ensure that food banks are able to help people in crisis this winter.”
During the collection, Southampton customers are encouraged to donate long-life food to help food banks and community groups support people this Christmas.
Tesco will top up customer donations by 20 per cent in cash to aid the two charities in their work.
Last year, 3 million meals were collected as part of the Tesco Food Collection, and since its launch in 2012 more than 76 million meals have been donated to the two charities by generous Tesco customers.
Southampton volunteers are needed to encourage shoppers to leave their donations in the collection point at the front of stores, with shoppers more likely to donate if volunteers are present.
Volunteers will need to adhere to the Covid-19 rules in place in the store and locally when they participate. People interested in volunteering can find out more and sign up at fareshare.org.uk/foodcollection.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Vets urging Hampshire pet owners to help reduce firework trauma

VETS are urging pet owners to start taking steps to reduce fireworks trauma for their animals .
The British Veterinary Association ( BVA ) is urging pet owners and livestock keepers who are worried about their animals ’ welfare to take steps now to avoid possible injury and distress during traditional fireworks dates such as Bonfire Night , Halloween , Diwali and New Year ’ s Eve .
The advice comes as vets say they are especially concerned there may be an increase in unregulated backyard fireworks this year as official displays are limited by Covid-19 restrictions .
Many animals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so the loud bangs and whistles– which at 150 decibels can be as loud as the noise from a jet engine - can cause significant distress and fear and lead to the development of phobia responses .
Vets see first-hand the impact of firework-related distress in pets , livestock and horses at this time of the year .
The negative impact isn ’ t restricted to noise levels - the debris and remnants of fireworks and paper lanterns in fields and surrounding countryside can also pose a serious risk of injury to livestock @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Senior Vice President Daniella Dos Santos said : “ The loud noises and bright flashes from fireworks can be extremely traumatic for animals , from dogs , cats and rabbits to livestock , horses , wildlife and zoo animals .
`` While Covid-19 restrictions may lead to the cancellation of official displays , we are worried about a rise in the number of backyard celebrations .
“ We ’ d encourage pet owners and livestock keepers to consult with their vet as far in advance as possible to discuss management and treatment options @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , applying pheromone products around the house , and preparing a ‘ safe place ’ for animals.
” Signs of fireworks-related distress can vary from animal to animal .
While some pets show obvious signs of fireworks-related anxiety , such as barking , panting , drooling and attempts to escape , there are also more subtle signs that owners should be aware of , including restlessness and toileting in the house .
Cats often hide , while rabbits may keep very still and thump the ground with their back feet .
Cows or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ noises from fireworks are at risk of injuring themselves on fencing , farm equipment or fixtures and fittings within their housing .
Poultry are especially at risk of ‘ smother ’ , where in a fear response birds huddle together , which can result in death for some .
Horses and ponies are prey animals and exhibit ‘ flight ’ responses in response to any threat , which can result in running away or trying to escape their enclosures .

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is urging pet owners and livestock keepers who are worried about their animals’ welfare to take steps now to avoid possible injury and distress during traditional fireworks dates such as Bonfire Night, Halloween, Diwali and New Year’s Eve.
The advice comes as vets say they are especially concerned there may be an increase in unregulated backyard fireworks this year as official displays are limited by Covid-19 restrictions.
Many animals have more acute hearing than humans, so the loud bangs and whistles– which at 150 decibels can be as loud as the noise from a jet engine - can cause significant distress and fear and lead to the development of phobia responses.
Vets see first-hand the impact of firework-related distress in pets, livestock and horses at this time of the year.
The negative impact isn’t restricted to noise levels - the debris and remnants of fireworks and paper lanterns in fields and surrounding countryside can also pose a serious risk of injury to livestock, wildlife and zoo animals.
BVA Senior Vice President Daniella Dos Santos said: “The loud noises and bright flashes from fireworks can be extremely traumatic for animals, from dogs, cats and rabbits to livestock, horses, wildlife and zoo animals.
"While Covid-19 restrictions may lead to the cancellation of official displays, we are worried about a rise in the number of backyard celebrations.
“We’d encourage pet owners and livestock keepers to consult with their vet as far in advance as possible to discuss management and treatment options, which may include noise desensitisation techniques, applying pheromone products around the house, and preparing a ‘safe place’ for animals.”
Signs of fireworks-related distress can vary from animal to animal.
While some pets show obvious signs of fireworks-related anxiety, such as barking, panting, drooling and attempts to escape, there are also more subtle signs that owners should be aware of, including restlessness and toileting in the house.
Cats often hide, while rabbits may keep very still and thump the ground with their back feet.
Cows or sheep who are startled by the loud noises from fireworks are at risk of injuring themselves on fencing, farm equipment or fixtures and fittings within their housing.
Poultry are especially at risk of ‘smother’, where in a fear response birds huddle together, which can result in death for some.
Horses and ponies are prey animals and exhibit ‘flight’ responses in response to any threat, which can result in running away or trying to escape their enclosures.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Hampshire families can find day out ideas and restaurant tips at Little Ankle Biters

A FORMER Solent University student and a Hampshire mum have joined forces to launch an essential guide for Southampton families .
Little Ankle Biters Hampshire has published a guide to free outdoor spaces and country parks across Hampshire , written by mum of three , Katherine Antrobus , from Basingstoke , who swapped corporate life for a greater work life balance to become editor of the free website .
She said : “ I jumped at the chance to become editor of Little Ankle Biters Hampshire to provide what I consider to be an essential support network for families across @ @ @ @ @ @ @ launch with our guide to the great and free outdoors , today .
“ With Covid restrictions in place , parents are struggling more than ever to entertain kids , especially when there is such limited indoor and outdoor space at home , but there are so many benefits from getting outside in the fresh air and enabling kids to let off steam in a safe environment – whatever the weather !
There is also some eye candy in the way of our beautiful Hampshire countryside to take in and enjoy.
” Aimed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Little Ankle Biters provides trusted reviews of the best activity clubs , days out , classes and child friendly pubs and restaurants , all supported by great tips and advice about how to entertain kids .
The team is also creating a Hampshire Christmas Gift Guide to support local businesses by helping to fill the void from this year ’ s lack of Christmas fairs .
Little Ankle Biters was founded in 2017 by former Solent University student , Kate Gregory from Oxfordshire and Michelle Cairncross from Berkshire , who met when working @ @ @ @ @ @ @ already established in Berkshire , Buckinghamshire , Hertfordshire , Oxfordshire and Warwickshire with plans to expand across the UK next year .
Kate Gregory , co-founder , Little Ankle Biters , said : “ I enjoyed my student years exploring Southampton and now have family in Portsmouth , so I know what fantastic family adventures Hampshire has to offer .
We are thrilled to welcome Katherine to the Little Ankle Biters team and would also like to encourage Hampshire families who are looking for staycation activity ideas to take a look at one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mums .
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Little Ankle Biters Hampshire has published a guide to free outdoor spaces and country parks across Hampshire, written by mum of three, Katherine Antrobus, from Basingstoke, who swapped corporate life for a greater work life balance to become editor of the free website.
She said: “I jumped at the chance to become editor of Little Ankle Biters Hampshire to provide what I consider to be an essential support network for families across the county and am excited to officially launch with our guide to the great and free outdoors, today.
“With Covid restrictions in place, parents are struggling more than ever to entertain kids, especially when there is such limited indoor and outdoor space at home, but there are so many benefits from getting outside in the fresh air and enabling kids to let off steam in a safe environment – whatever the weather! There is also some eye candy in the way of our beautiful Hampshire countryside to take in and enjoy.”
Aimed at every member of the family, Little Ankle Biters provides trusted reviews of the best activity clubs, days out, classes and child friendly pubs and restaurants, all supported by great tips and advice about how to entertain kids. The team is also creating a Hampshire Christmas Gift Guide to support local businesses by helping to fill the void from this year’s lack of Christmas fairs.
Little Ankle Biters was founded in 2017 by former Solent University student, Kate Gregory from Oxfordshire and Michelle Cairncross from Berkshire, who met when working together at Vodafone.
The company is already established in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire and Warwickshire with plans to expand across the UK next year.
Kate Gregory, co-founder, Little Ankle Biters, said: “I enjoyed my student years exploring Southampton and now have family in Portsmouth, so I know what fantastic family adventures Hampshire has to offer. We are thrilled to welcome Katherine to the Little Ankle Biters team and would also like to encourage Hampshire families who are looking for staycation activity ideas to take a look at one of our other sites written by local mums.”
Visit hants.ankle-biters.co.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Sir David Attenborough and Olly Murs are among your celebrity sightings

SIR David Attenborough and Olly Murs are featured this week .
Our readers have been sending in evidence of their @ @ @ @ @ family meeting the national treasure at a Winchester book signing while a Southampton mum could @ @ @ @ @ with the singer .
Eastenders actor Steve McFadden and comedy favourite Brian Conley both posed @ @ @ @ @ Mayflower Theatre .
The Levellers were captured prior to a show at Salisbury Cathedral .


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--PayPal scam alert: These are the warning signs to look out for

A fresh warning has been issued across the UK of a scam involving fraudsters posing as payment website PayPal .
We 've put together everything you need to know .
What does the scam involve ?
The scam involves fake PayPal emails being sent out , stating that the recipient 's account has been 'limited ' due to a policy violation .
Within the email , a link is included which the potential scam victim is asked to click on , taking them over to a genuine-looking phishing site .
The website has been designed to steal PayPal login details @ @ @ @ @ @ @ personal and financial information .
What to do if you recieve a scam email Anyone who received one of those emails should report it to the Suspicious Email Reporting Service .
The email should simply be forwarded to report @ phishing.gov.uk .
What have PayPal said about the incident ?
In a statement , PayPal has reminded the public that no bank would ask them to send personal information over by email or text .
Anyone concerned by any email they receive that claims to be from the any particular company and looks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to PayPal , `` Phishing '' is an illegal attempt to `` fish '' for your private , sensitive data .
It works by using false pretences to trick you into revealing personal or financial information such as bank account details , credit card details , and passwords etc .
One of the most common phishing scams involves sending emails/SMS that fraudulently claims to be from a well-known company ( such as PayPal ) .
These often link to fake ( spoof ) websites where your information can be collected if you type @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from PayPal on how to spot Scam Emails : • The Senders Address : The `` From '' line may include an official-looking address that mimics a genuine one .
• Generic Greetings : Be wary of impersonal greetings like “ Dear User ” , or your email address .
A legitimate PayPal email will always greet you by your first and last name .
• Typos/Poor Grammar : Emails sent by popular companies are almost always free of misspellings and grammatical errors .
• False Sense of Urgency : Many scam emails @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in jeopardy if something critical is not updated right away .
• Fake Links : Check where a link is going before you click on it by hovering over the URL in an email , and comparing it to the URL in the browser .
If it looks suspicious , don ’ t click it .
• Attachments : A real email from PayPal will never include attachments .
You should never open an attachment unless you are 100 per cent sure it ’ s legitimate , because they can contain spyware or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ email/SMS asks you to provide the tracking number of the dispatched item , before you ’ ve received a payment into your PayPal account .
• Clicking on links : Never click on a link in an email that requests personal information .
Any time you receive an email about your PayPal account , open a new browser , type in www.paypal.co.uk , and login to your account directly .
Overall , never click on a link in an email that requests personal information .
Any time you receive an email about your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , type in www.paypal.co.uk , and login to your account directly .
For more information on how to stay safe online when using PayPal , visit : paypal.com/uk/webapps/mpp/phishing .

We've put together everything you need to know.
What does the scam involve?
The scam involves fake PayPal emails being sent out, stating that the recipient's account has been 'limited' due to a policy violation.
Within the email, a link is included which the potential scam victim is asked to click on, taking them over to a genuine-looking phishing site.
The website has been designed to steal PayPal login details, as well as a variety of personal and financial information.
What to do if you recieve a scam email
Anyone who received one of those emails should report it to the Suspicious Email Reporting Service.
The email should simply be forwarded to report@phishing.gov.uk.
What have PayPal said about the incident?
In a statement, PayPal has reminded the public that no bank would ask them to send personal information over by email or text.
Anyone concerned by any email they receive that claims to be from the any particular company and looks suspicious should contact their bank.
What is phishing?
According to PayPal, "Phishing" is an illegal attempt to "fish" for your private, sensitive data.
It works by using false pretences to trick you into revealing personal or financial information such as bank account details, credit card details, and passwords etc.
One of the most common phishing scams involves sending emails/SMS that fraudulently claims to be from a well-known company (such as PayPal).
These often link to fake (spoof) websites where your information can be collected if you type it.
Here are some helpful tips from PayPal on how to spot Scam Emails:
The Senders Address: The "From" line may include an official-looking address that mimics a genuine one.
The "From" line may include an official-looking address that mimics a genuine one. Generic Greetings: Be wary of impersonal greetings like “Dear User”, or your email address. A legitimate PayPal email will always greet you by your first and last name.
Be wary of impersonal greetings like “Dear User”, or your email address. A legitimate PayPal email will always greet you by your first and last name. Typos/Poor Grammar: Emails sent by popular companies are almost always free of misspellings and grammatical errors.
Emails sent by popular companies are almost always free of misspellings and grammatical errors. False Sense of Urgency: Many scam emails tell you that your account will be in jeopardy if something critical is not updated right away.
Many scam emails tell you that your account will be in jeopardy if something critical is not updated right away. Fake Links: Check where a link is going before you click on it by hovering over the URL in an email, and comparing it to the URL in the browser. If it looks suspicious, don’t click it.
Check where a link is going before you click on it by hovering over the URL in an email, and comparing it to the URL in the browser. If it looks suspicious, don’t click it. Attachments: A real email from PayPal will never include attachments. You should never open an attachment unless you are 100 per cent sure it’s legitimate, because they can contain spyware or viruses.
A real email from PayPal will never include attachments. You should never open an attachment unless you are 100 per cent sure it’s legitimate, because they can contain spyware or viruses. Tracking number: The email/SMS asks you to provide the tracking number of the dispatched item, before you’ve received a payment into your PayPal account.
The email/SMS asks you to provide the tracking number of the dispatched item, before you’ve received a payment into your PayPal account. Clicking on links: Never click on a link in an email that requests personal information. Any time you receive an email about your PayPal account, open a new browser, type in www.paypal.co.uk, and login to your account directly.
Overall, never click on a link in an email that requests personal information. Any time you receive an email about your PayPal account, open a new browser, type in www.paypal.co.uk, and login to your account directly.
For more information on how to stay safe online when using PayPal, visit: paypal.com/uk/webapps/mpp/phishing.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Government grant for Hampshire's cultural organisations

CULTURAL organisations across the county have been awarded a grant to protect them from the economic impact of the pandemic .
The funding was announced by Arts Council England on October 12 as part of the governments £1.57 billion package .
Grants are aimed at enabling organisations , affected by the COVID-19 crisis , to stay afloat , providing them with support over a six-month period to ensure that by 31 March 2021 they can reopen , or operate on a sustainable , cost-efficient basis until they are able to reopen fully at a later date .
The main recipients @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its sister venue in Hedge End , The Berry Theatre , as well as Happy 's Circus which based in Wessex House , Eastleigh .
The Hampshire Music Service has also received funding of £249,000 .
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said : `` This funding is a vital boost for the theatres , music venues , museums and cultural organisations that form the soul of our nation .
`` It will protect these special places , save jobs and help the culture sector ’ s recovery . ''
The Point and The Berry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Artistic Director of The Point Sacha Lee said : `` This support from the Government ’ s Cultural Recovery Fund is an absolute game changer for The Point and The Berry Theatre .
`` Not only does it help us bring our audiences , participants and stakeholders safely back into our buildings , it secures the long-term arts ecology in the region . ''
Happy Circus has received just over £210,000 and general manager Pat Randell said : `` 2020 is a devastating year for everyone personally , emotionally and financially .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ replace those who have been lost and loved or protect those who remain vulnerable , the grant ensures that the Circus can resume touring . ''

The funding was announced by Arts Council England on October 12 as part of the governments £1.57 billion package.
Grants are aimed at enabling organisations, affected by the COVID-19 crisis, to stay afloat, providing them with support over a six-month period to ensure that by 31 March 2021 they can reopen, or operate on a sustainable, cost-efficient basis until they are able to reopen fully at a later date.
The main recipients in Hampshire are The Point Eastleigh and its sister venue in Hedge End, The Berry Theatre, as well as Happy's Circus which based in Wessex House, Eastleigh.
The Hampshire Music Service has also received funding of £249,000.
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said: "This funding is a vital boost for the theatres, music venues, museums and cultural organisations that form the soul of our nation.
"It will protect these special places, save jobs and help the culture sector’s recovery."
The Point and The Berry theatre have received an allocation of £193,000.
Artistic Director of The Point Sacha Lee said: "This support from the Government’s Cultural Recovery Fund is an absolute game changer for The Point and The Berry Theatre.
"Not only does it help us bring our audiences, participants and stakeholders safely back into our buildings, it secures the long-term arts ecology in the region."
Happy Circus has received just over £210,000 and general manager Pat Randell said: "2020 is a devastating year for everyone personally, emotionally and financially.
"Although no amount of fundraising can replace those who have been lost and loved or protect those who remain vulnerable, the grant ensures that the Circus can resume touring."


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Can you give these pet cats in Southampton a Hampshire home?

CAN you give these pets a home ?
These cats are currently residents at the Blue Cross rehoming centre in West End near Southampton .
Elvis is a 12-year-old domestic short hair .
He is a big , friendly giant looking for an experienced cat owner .
Elvis loves a bit of attention when he ’ s in the mood , he loves a good head scratch and a tickle under his chin .
He can be quite aloof and is quite content in his own company , so is happy to live with an owner who works full time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ running around and chasing toys with his owner .
Elvis loves the outdoors and will roam so he is looking for a home where he will be able to do this .
He really enjoys his freedom so would need to have a cat flap fitted as he likes to come and go !
Because of his love for the outside world , it is essential he finds a new home with a garden .
Elvis is looking for either an adult only home or a home with older children as he prefers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Elvis would be a great companion in his new home and is going to be a lot of fun for his new owners .
Thomas is an 11-year-old domestic short hair .
He has been with the Blue Cross for over 200 days .
Luckily for Thomas , he has spent a lot of that time being thoroughly spoilt in his foster home .
Thomas will make a great companion for his new owners , he likes to wake his fosterer up in the morning with a gentle head rub against her face @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and purring while enjoying lots of strokes .
He likes to sit on her windowsill and watch the world go by throughout the day .
He ’ s really keen to get outside and explore again so he would love to find somewhere where he would have the opportunity to do this .
Thomas enjoys playing , he likes chasing toys but his favourites are ones with feather .
He struggles with travelling , so is looking for an owner fairly local to the area .
He can find family life a bit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to a quiet home without too much hustle and bustle .

These cats are currently residents at the Blue Cross rehoming centre in West End near Southampton.
Elvis is a 12-year-old domestic short hair. He is a big, friendly giant looking for an experienced cat owner.
Elvis loves a bit of attention when he’s in the mood, he loves a good head scratch and a tickle under his chin. He can be quite aloof and is quite content in his own company, so is happy to live with an owner who works full time.
He loves to play, particularly running around and chasing toys with his owner.
Elvis loves the outdoors and will roam so he is looking for a home where he will be able to do this.
He really enjoys his freedom so would need to have a cat flap fitted as he likes to come and go! Because of his love for the outside world, it is essential he finds a new home with a garden.
Elvis is looking for either an adult only home or a home with older children as he prefers to keep away from small children. Elvis would be a great companion in his new home and is going to be a lot of fun for his new owners.
Thomas is an 11-year-old domestic short hair. He has been with the Blue Cross for over 200 days. Luckily for Thomas, he has spent a lot of that time being thoroughly spoilt in his foster home.
Thomas will make a great companion for his new owners, he likes to wake his fosterer up in the morning with a gentle head rub against her face.
He loves sitting on her lap and purring while enjoying lots of strokes. He likes to sit on her windowsill and watch the world go by throughout the day.
He’s really keen to get outside and explore again so he would love to find somewhere where he would have the opportunity to do this.
Thomas enjoys playing, he likes chasing toys but his favourites are ones with feather. He struggles with travelling, so is looking for an owner fairly local to the area.
He can find family life a bit stressful, so would be better suited to a quiet home without too much hustle and bustle.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Man opens up cycle shop in Fareham during lock down

A FAREHAM residen has started his own bicycle repair workshop .
Simon Williams set up the business during lockdown .
The 53-year-old had already been building and fixing bikes as a hobby and thought it could create an income .
Now , Warsash Cycles in Dibles Road , Warsash have had their business plans approved by Fareham council .
Simon said : `` The feedback I got from the local community was fantastic .
`` The start up cost was £45 .
I had load of tools already so I could start .
I 'd like to thank everyone in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ local community have been brilliant . ''
Fareham borough council visited the workshop after a complaint about a sign outside his home .
However , Simon said that this was a blessing in disguise as plans have now been approved to continue the use of his garage for the business .
He added : `` It is an essential service .
We have one cycle shop but it is not enough to service the amount of people that live in this area .
`` The support I got from the community was incredible @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and within 48 hours I got 990 signatures .
The council were really good and wanted to support me .
`` In a recession , we need to support small businesses .
`` It feels great .
The local community want me and the council want me as well . ''
Simon is now also opening e-commerce and selling bike accessories online .
He added : `` It is exciting .
It feels very nice .
`` In a time where we have growing uncertainty again , it is a positive .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A local firm for local people . ''

Simon Williams set up the business during lockdown.
The 53-year-old had already been building and fixing bikes as a hobby and thought it could create an income.
Now, Warsash Cycles in Dibles Road, Warsash have had their business plans approved by Fareham council.
Simon said: "The feedback I got from the local community was fantastic.
"The start up cost was £45. I had load of tools already so I could start. I'd like to thank everyone in Warsash that has supported me - the local community have been brilliant."
Fareham borough council visited the workshop after a complaint about a sign outside his home.
However, Simon said that this was a blessing in disguise as plans have now been approved to continue the use of his garage for the business.
He added: "It is an essential service. We have one cycle shop but it is not enough to service the amount of people that live in this area.
"The support I got from the community was incredible. I put a small petition out and within 48 hours I got 990 signatures. The council were really good and wanted to support me.
"In a recession, we need to support small businesses.
"It feels great. The local community want me and the council want me as well."
Simon is now also opening e-commerce and selling bike accessories online.
He added: "It is exciting. It feels very nice.
"In a time where we have growing uncertainty again, it is a positive.
"It is a story of success. A local firm for local people."


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Hampshire's newest residents pose for their first pictures

TODAY we celebrate more new arrivals born to lucky parents in this area .
The five little bundles of joy featured here were all born at Princess Anne Hospital in Southampton in the last few months .
Some were early , some late , some are first borns , some have siblings to hug , but they are all very much loved .
We want to hear from you if you are celebrating a new arrival and would like to feature him or her on this free page in the Daily Echo and online each Thursday .
Visit dailyecho.co.uk/new-arrivals • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The 6lbs 8oz Aldermoor tot , born on August 8 , is a first born daughter for Samantha Petrie and Paul Smith .
• FIRST time parents Midnight and Adam Tuck from Totton welcomed 6lbs 5oz Iris Linda to the world on September 13 at Princess Anne Hospital .
• FIVE weeks early Deano Rogerson , 5lbs 7oz , arrived on September 18 to Caley Hall , David Rogerson , Jade , Jakarta , Michella , Paris and Maisy .
• LEILA Zofia Salczynska was born to Edyta Brzustewicz and John Salczynski @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sister weighed 9lbs 1oz on August 17 .
• PERFECT Sophia Rose Rix-Waters was born at Princess Anne Hospital on July 29 to Alexandria Rix and Ryan Waters .
The 6lbs 2oz Southampton tot is a little sister for Kaitlyn Piernicki .


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Facebook Dating service launches in the UK (and works in a similar way to Tinder)

Facebook ’ s new dating service has launched across the UK and Europe for users to find relationships on the social network .
We 've put together everything you need to know about the new service .
The service was first tested in 2018 and introduced in the US last year .
Facebook Dating is an opt-in service where users create a separate profile and interact with others away from their main Facebook page .
The social media giant hopes to emulate the success of apps such as Tinder , Hinge and Bumble , which have millions of users across @ @ @ @ @ @ @ due to be released in the UK earlier this year , but was delayed after a documentation timing issue with its lead EU regulator , the Irish Data Protection Commission ( DPC ) .
The social media giant said that since its launch in other parts of the world , more than 1.5 billion matches had been made in the 20 countries where the feature is available .
What have Facebook said about the new Dating service ?
Facebook said Dating had been built with “ safety , security and privacy at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ experts in these areas to provide easy access to safety tips and build protections into Facebook Dating , including the ability to report and block anyone , as well as stopping people from sending photos , links , payments or videos in messages , ” the company said .
“ We won ’ t suggest current Facebook friends as potential matches or notify them that you ’ ve joined Dating .
For example , your Dating profile , Dating messages , and who you like or match within Dating won ’ t appear @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We ’ re committed to making Facebook Dating a place where people feel comfortable looking for a date and starting meaningful relationships.
” How will the Dating feature work ?
The Dating feature also allows users to share Stories from Facebook or Instagram onto their dating profile and includes the Secret Crush tool , which lets users select up to nine of their existing friends from the network that they ’ re interested in .
If that person adds you to their own Secret Crush list , they will be matched , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ list or add the first user to it , that information will not be shared .
Once matched , users can go on virtual dates via the platform , using video calls built into the Dating feature .

We've put together everything you need to know about the new service.
What is Facebook Dating?
The service was first tested in 2018 and introduced in the US last year. Facebook Dating is an opt-in service where users create a separate profile and interact with others away from their main Facebook page.
The social media giant hopes to emulate the success of apps such as Tinder, Hinge and Bumble, which have millions of users across their platforms.
The feature was initially due to be released in the UK earlier this year, but was delayed after a documentation timing issue with its lead EU regulator, the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC).
The social media giant said that since its launch in other parts of the world, more than 1.5 billion matches had been made in the 20 countries where the feature is available.
What have Facebook said about the new Dating service?
Facebook said Dating had been built with “safety, security and privacy at the forefront”.
“We worked with experts in these areas to provide easy access to safety tips and build protections into Facebook Dating, including the ability to report and block anyone, as well as stopping people from sending photos, links, payments or videos in messages,” the company said.
“We won’t suggest current Facebook friends as potential matches or notify them that you’ve joined Dating. For example, your Dating profile, Dating messages, and who you like or match within Dating won’t appear on your Facebook News Feed.
“We’re committed to making Facebook Dating a place where people feel comfortable looking for a date and starting meaningful relationships.”
How will the Dating feature work?
The Dating feature also allows users to share Stories from Facebook or Instagram onto their dating profile and includes the Secret Crush tool, which lets users select up to nine of their existing friends from the network that they’re interested in.
If that person adds you to their own Secret Crush list, they will be matched, but if they don’t create a list or add the first user to it, that information will not be shared.
Once matched, users can go on virtual dates via the platform, using video calls built into the Dating feature.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Vehicle fire blocks lane of M27 motorway

One lane is blocked on Westbound on the M27 at Junction 8 near Bursledon .
Emergency services are on the @ @ @ @ @ , with delays of around 25 minutes .

A CAR fire has blocked a lane on a major Hampshire motorway, causing long delays.
One lane is blocked on Westbound on the M27 at Junction 8 near Bursledon.
Emergency services are on the scene.
Traffic is building, with delays of around 25 minutes.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Fareham animal shelter needs cash for new cat rescue project

A Fareham animal shelter has asked the public to donate to a new cat rescue project .
RSPCA shelter Stubbington @ @ @ @ @ for a range of animals .
Though it has reopened after COVID closures , the @ @ @ @ @ at reduced capacity .
The centre ’ s cat unit previously provided 88 spaces for @ @ @ @ @ been reduced to 36 .
The facility takes in 500-1000 cats per year on average @ @ @ @ @ build a new cattery centre to meet this demand .
The centre has so far @ @ @ @ @ of the £400,000 estimated total cost .
Donations can be made via a JustGiving account @ @ @ @ @ .
On a visit , Conservative MP for Fareham , Suella Braverman said : “ @ @ @ @ @ small donation to help vulnerable cats in need of shelter . ''

RSPCA shelter Stubbington Ark provides care and rehabilitation for a range of animals.
Though it has reopened after COVID closures, the self-funded facility is now operating at reduced capacity.
The centre’s cat unit previously provided 88 spaces for cats, but this has been reduced to 36.
The facility takes in 500-1000 cats per year on average, so it plans to build a new cattery centre to meet this demand.
The centre has so far raised £250,000 from donations out of the £400,000 estimated total cost.
Donations can be made via a JustGiving account set up by Stubbington Ark.
On a visit, Conservative MP for Fareham, Suella Braverman said: “I encourage residents to…offer a small donation to help vulnerable cats in need of shelter."


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Weird myths about pets, dogs and cats answered

FROM bathing with our cats to a bizarre concern over feeding carrots to dogs , the UK has some weird and wonderful beliefs when it comes to looking after our pets .
New research from pet wellness experts , Itch , into common myths related to pet health showed that five per cent of the population believe pet parents should jump in the tub and bathe with their pets , with a further two per cent claiming that they ’ ve put their pet ’ s welfare before their own and slept on the sofa to allow their pet to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ food and diet is another area where myths have replaced reality .
Carrots are seen as a dangerous dog food by 72 per cent of people , when , the truth is , they are a low-calorie alternative to dental sticks .
Carrots are better fro your dog than bones which can cause intestinal obstructions despite 29 per cent of owners believing they are a safe snack .
One of the most common unfounded pet myths is that a dry nose is an indicator that a dog is poorly .
Despite being untrue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this to be a sign of illness .
One of the most important factors in ensuring your pet is healthy include regular visits to the vet .
There should be at least one vet trip a year for annual vaccinations and a health check , but over half ( 54 % ) don ’ t believe pets should be taken to the vet this much .
Similarly , nearly three in 10 don ’ t believe a pet owner should regularly check for fleas .

New research from pet wellness experts, Itch, into common myths related to pet health showed that five per cent of the population believe pet parents should jump in the tub and bathe with their pets, with a further two per cent claiming that they’ve put their pet’s welfare before their own and slept on the sofa to allow their pet to spread out on the bed.
Pet food and diet is another area where myths have replaced reality.
Carrots are seen as a dangerous dog food by 72 per cent of people, when, the truth is, they are a low-calorie alternative to dental sticks.
Carrots are better fro your dog than bones which can cause intestinal obstructions despite 29 per cent of owners believing they are a safe snack.
One of the most common unfounded pet myths is that a dry nose is an indicator that a dog is poorly. Despite being untrue, 46 per cent said they believed this to be a sign of illness.
One of the most important factors in ensuring your pet is healthy include regular visits to the vet. There should be at least one vet trip a year for annual vaccinations and a health check, but over half (54%) don’t believe pets should be taken to the vet this much.
Similarly, nearly three in 10 don’t believe a pet owner should regularly check for fleas.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--LETTER - When are people going to stop whinging about loss of liberty?

WHEN are people going to stop whinging about loss of liberty concerning Covid .
Surely they understand that unless there @ @ @ @ @ the only possible course of action .
These actions have been taken because a second @ @ @ @ @ and the death rate is creeping up again .
Towards the end of the first @ @ @ @ @ similar to Covid wiped out 40 to 50 million people world wide , far more @ @ @ @ @ perished in the first world war .
Back in 1918 there was no social distancing @ @ @ @ @ no health service hence the massive loss of life .
The virus finally disappeared by @ @ @ @ @ odd million people had lost their lives , the size of a country , do @ @ @ @ @ this happen again .

Surely they understand that unless there is an alternative this is the only possible course of action.
These actions have been taken because a second wave of virus has emerged and the death rate is creeping up again.
Towards the end of the first world war influenza which is similar to Covid wiped out 40 to 50 million people world wide, far more people died than those who perished in the first world war. Back in 1918 there was no social distancing no lockdown no vaccine and no health service hence the massive loss of life.
The virus finally disappeared by its own accord after 40 odd million people had lost their lives, the size of a country ,do we really want to see this happen again.
Alan Ball
Rushington


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Romsey C of E Primary School pupils held elections for school councillors and eco warriors

STAFF and pupils at a Romsey primary school have been learning about democracy and how elections are run .
Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School held elections to select their School Councillors and Eco Warriors for each class .
Mark Harris , the school ’ s acting Deputy Headteacher , said “ Both pupil voice and developing the leadership qualities of the children are really important to us as a school .
`` Each class set up their own bubble polling station complete with ballot box and voting cards .
We wanted to give children their own first-hand experience @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are run .
It seemed fitting to hold it on a Thursday just as it would be in national elections .
`` Each class has elected two school councillors who will work with the school 's leadership team to make ongoing suggestions and improvements to school life .
They will represent their peers and ensure that every child has a voice into how the school runs and what it does .
School council will also take a lead on organising and running whole school events throughout the year.
” Each class also elected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's efforts to be more environmentally friendly .
Mr Harris added : `` There has been a great excitement about the whole election process and we are looking forward to seeing all the great work our newly elected school council and eco warriors will achieve in the coming year .
`` We are really proud of how seriously the pupils took these elections and know that those elected will be excellent role models for the rest of their classes . ''
Class teacher of Holly Tree Class Kathryn Holyland said children in Year @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the polling station .

Romsey Abbey C of E Primary School held elections to select their School Councillors and Eco Warriors for each class.
Mark Harris, the school’s acting Deputy Headteacher, said “Both pupil voice and developing the leadership qualities of the children are really important to us as a school.
"Each class set up their own bubble polling station complete with ballot box and voting cards. We wanted to give children their own first-hand experience of democracy at work and how elections are run. It seemed fitting to hold it on a Thursday just as it would be in national elections.
"Each class has elected two school councillors who will work with the school's leadership team to make ongoing suggestions and improvements to school life. They will represent their peers and ensure that every child has a voice into how the school runs and what it does. School council will also take a lead on organising and running whole school events throughout the year.”
Each class also elected two Eco Warriors to champion the school's efforts to be more environmentally friendly.
Mr Harris added: "There has been a great excitement about the whole election process and we are looking forward to seeing all the great work our newly elected school council and eco warriors will achieve in the coming year.
"We are really proud of how seriously the pupils took these elections and know that those elected will be excellent role models for the rest of their classes."
Class teacher of Holly Tree Class Kathryn Holyland said children in Year 1 had really enjoyed filling ballot boxes at the polling station.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Live gigs streamed from Hanger Farm Arts Centre

MUSIC fans have been able to enjoy live performances from a Hampshire arts centre thanks to the efforts of a video company .
Hanger Farm Arts Centre in Totton has been live streaming Friday night gigs to thousands of fans via Facebook , with more planned for the autumn .
Fareham company Inline AV , which specializes in streaming and producing live video , provided the multi-camera , high definition stream to the charity-run venue .
The 20 gigs this year have included local acts such as Liam White , Mike Vaughan , Nat and Ryan , and Ben Townsend @ @ @ @ @ @ @ watch , raising more than £1,000 for learning disability charity Minstead Trust while it is unable to run live shows with audiences at the arts centre .
Hanger Farm Arts Centre is run by Minstead Trust to help people with learning disabilities gain work experience in the arts centre ’ s café as well as running an inclusive community theatre group .
In return for its support , Inline AV has been admitted to Minstead Trust ’ s Business Club as a platinum member .
The club is a group of more than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s work and receive exposure and invitations to exclusive events .
Billy Jameson from Inline AV said : ‘ From our background in working in theatre and the arts , a big part of what we enjoy is to provide entertainment and to enrich other people ’ s lives .
“ Hanger Farm being part of Minstead Trust provides us with a great opportunity to feel as if we can give back to other people in our local community and help out a very worthy cause .
The trust provides an amazing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brings us great privilege to be able to support them in what they do.
” Kyle Maxwell , Hanger Farm Arts Centre manager , said : ‘ It has been a very difficult year for us .
We have had to postpone dozens of shows , events and weddings and we remain unsure when we will be able to fully open again .
“ Our weekly virtual gigs have been fantastic , raising money for the arts centre while keeping our loyal audience entertained while we can ’ t welcome them in person @ @ @ @ @ @ @ means we can produce really high quality streams .
We are incredibly grateful to them for their support.
” The coronavirus crisis has vastly reduced the trust ’ s income , with its social enterprises closed for several months .
As well as the arts centre , it runs Furzey Gardens in Minstead and the Minstead Lodge hospitality and events venue , which also offer work experience for people with learning disabilities .
The virtual gigs can be seen at minsteadtrust.org.uk/virtual-stage , where there is also an opportunity to donate .

Hanger Farm Arts Centre in Totton has been live streaming Friday night gigs to thousands of fans via Facebook, with more planned for the autumn.
Fareham company Inline AV, which specializes in streaming and producing live video, provided the multi-camera, high definition stream to the charity-run venue.
The 20 gigs this year have included local acts such as Liam White, Mike Vaughan, Nat and Ryan, and Ben Townsend.
Audiences have been donating as they watch, raising more than £1,000 for learning disability charity Minstead Trust while it is unable to run live shows with audiences at the arts centre.
Hanger Farm Arts Centre is run by Minstead Trust to help people with learning disabilities gain work experience in the arts centre’s café as well as running an inclusive community theatre group.
In return for its support, Inline AV has been admitted to Minstead Trust’s Business Club as a platinum member. The club is a group of more than a dozen businesses which support the trust’s work and receive exposure and invitations to exclusive events.
Billy Jameson from Inline AV said: ‘From our background in working in theatre and the arts, a big part of what we enjoy is to provide entertainment and to enrich other people’s lives.
“Hanger Farm being part of Minstead Trust provides us with a great opportunity to feel as if we can give back to other people in our local community and help out a very worthy cause. The trust provides an amazing service to lots of people and it brings us great privilege to be able to support them in what they do.”
Kyle Maxwell, Hanger Farm Arts Centre manager, said: ‘It has been a very difficult year for us. We have had to postpone dozens of shows, events and weddings and we remain unsure when we will be able to fully open again.
“Our weekly virtual gigs have been fantastic, raising money for the arts centre while keeping our loyal audience entertained while we can’t welcome them in person. The generous support of Inline AV means we can produce really high quality streams. We are incredibly grateful to them for their support.”
The coronavirus crisis has vastly reduced the trust’s income, with its social enterprises closed for several months. As well as the arts centre, it runs Furzey Gardens in Minstead and the Minstead Lodge hospitality and events venue, which also offer work experience for people with learning disabilities.
The virtual gigs can be seen at minsteadtrust.org.uk/virtual-stage, where there is also an opportunity to donate.


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--LETTER - Did anyone apply for the bike voucher scheme

Did anyone take up the £50 bike voucher scheme ?
Your Government , gave out £50 to have our bikes repaired .
I think the idea was partly to make us lose weight !
I had no problem getting my voucher via an email .
But there were no shops near me signed up to the scheme .
The voucher has now expired .
My bike is still in the garage with perished tyres , and no brakes .
Rather like the , Eat Out scheme .
That only helped spread the Coronavirus and now we instead , face another @ @ @ @ @ @ @ MP 's , Mayors , and of course your Prime Minister , go home with a huge salary .
Being a pensioner , without any add on 's , one third of my so called benefit , is used , to pay off the Council Tax for a property I do n't own , and is in dreadful state of repair .
I do n't have a landlord to complain to , nor am I able to secure a future , by selling up .
( long story which does not tick the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , totally unfair that people such as MP 's sponge off we the taxpayer and then , almost could not give a fig , about real people in circumstances not created by themselves .
Have to somehow , muddle through .
In the 1980 's under Thatcher 's Government , there was a recession .
Did we get any help ?
No .
Now billions upon billions of our British pounds , are being used to prop up what were going to be failing businesses .
Unemployed people , will get some support @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Or should do .
If you want to bring down the price of homes and rent .
Stop feeding the system .
Landlords and sellers , will have to then accept what is being offered .
Who sold off council housing ?
The Conservatives , and New Labour .
Why ?
Because , they wanted to balance the books .
To make them look good .

Your Government ,gave out £50 to have our bikes repaired. I think the idea was partly to make us lose weight!
I had no problem getting my voucher via an email.
But there were no shops near me signed up to the scheme.
The voucher has now expired.
My bike is still in the garage with perished tyres, and no brakes.
Rather like the, Eat Out scheme.
That only helped spread the Coronavirus and now we instead, face another full lock down.
In the meantime MP's, Mayors, and of course your Prime Minister, go home with a huge salary.
Being a pensioner, without any add on's, one third of my so called benefit, is used, to pay off the Council Tax for a property I don't own, and is in dreadful state of repair.
I don't have a landlord to complain to, nor am I able to secure a future, by selling up. (long story which does not tick the appropriate boxes)
It is to me, totally unfair that people such as MP's sponge off we the taxpayer and then, almost could not give a fig, about real people in circumstances not created by themselves. Have to somehow, muddle through.
In the 1980's under Thatcher's Government, there was a recession. Did we get any help? No. Now billions upon billions of our British pounds, are being used to prop up what were going to be failing businesses.
Unemployed people, will get some support. That is how it works. Or should do.
If you want to bring down the price of homes and rent. Stop feeding the system.
Landlords and sellers, will have to then accept what is being offered.
Who sold off council housing? The Conservatives, and New Labour. Why?
Because, they wanted to balance the books.
To make them look good.
Richard Grant
Burley


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--LETTER - NSPCC launch Christmas catalogue

CHRISTMAS is fast approaching and we at the NSPCC are hoping to make shopping a little easier for your readers @ @ @ @ @ Christmas catalogue .
It ’ s packed full of gift ideas for children and adults @ @ @ @ @ books , games and stationery .
There are also Christmas cards and e-cards .
This @ @ @ @ @ events which have led to even more children needing our services .
So now more @ @ @ @ @ make sure we are still here for children .
Every gift your readers buy is @ @ @ @ @ – you can give something great to a loved one while also helping us in @ @ @ @ @ and end abuse .
From answering Childline calls to children who have nowhere else to @ @ @ @ @ for new parents , to helping children recover from abuse , every penny you spend @ @ @ @ @ use .
Please visit shop.nspcc.org.uk and have a browse and do n't forget to share @ @ @ @ @ .
We hope you find something special .

It’s packed full of gift ideas for children and adults – from stocking fillers to books, games and stationery. There are also Christmas cards and e-cards.
This year has seen some unexpected events which have led to even more children needing our services. So now more than ever we need to make sure we are still here for children.
Every gift your readers buy is the gift that gives twice – you can give something great to a loved one while also helping us in our fight to protect children and end abuse.
From answering Childline calls to children who have nowhere else to turn, to providing support for new parents, to helping children recover from abuse, every penny you spend will be put to good use.
Please visit shop.nspcc.org.uk and have a browse and don't forget to share with your friends and family. We hope you find something special.
Kate Hershkowitz
NSPCC Supporter Fundraising Manager


thedailyecho--2020-10-22--Five people rescued by Lymington lifeboat

LYMINGTON lifeboat rescued five people stranded aboard a 25ft powerboat that suffered engine failure off Hurst Castle .
Coastguards warned the crew that none of the navigation lights on the powerboat was working , which meant the people aboard would be waving their torches and mobile phones .
The RNLI members noticed two white lights/torches moving at Hurst but they turned out to be fisherman on the bank .
Helmsman James Lever and crew scoured the area but were unable to find the powerboat .
Coastguards said they thought the vessel was between Yarmouth and Lymington but the search continued @ @ @ @ @ @ @ head back towards Solent Bank , where they finally saw the casualties waving their lights .
A lifeboat spokesperson said : `` Once the lifeboat was alongside the motor boat a crew member was placed onboard , following all the required Covid procedures .
`` The crew member checked that the five people on board had no injuries , because initial reports suggested one casualty had sustained an injury .
`` The motorboat was towed back to Lymington where it was met by the coastguard team and an ambulance . ''
Mr lever @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you ensure you and your crew members are prepared for the weather conditions and ensure the boat is equipped should things go wrong . ''

Coastguards warned the crew that none of the navigation lights on the powerboat was working, which meant the people aboard would be waving their torches and mobile phones.
The RNLI members noticed two white lights/torches moving at Hurst but they turned out to be fisherman on the bank.
Helmsman James Lever and crew scoured the area but were unable to find the powerboat. Coastguards said they thought the vessel was between Yarmouth and Lymington but the search continued to blank.
Mr Lever decided to head back towards Solent Bank, where they finally saw the casualties waving their lights.
A lifeboat spokesperson said: "Once the lifeboat was alongside the motor boat a crew member was placed onboard, following all the required Covid procedures.
"The crew member checked that the five people on board had no injuries, because initial reports suggested one casualty had sustained an injury.
"The motorboat was towed back to Lymington where it was met by the coastguard team and an ambulance."
Mr lever added: "It is really important you ensure you and your crew members are prepared for the weather conditions and ensure the boat is equipped should things go wrong."