thedailyecho--2020-12-08--Do Not Resuscitate orders should allow a dignified and peaceful death

ALREADY a contentious subject , the issue of decision making in applying Do Not Resuscitate ( DNR ) orders has been raised again , with the Care Quality Commission seeing a massive jump in complaints regarding such orders during the first wave of the pandemic .
Stories have emerged about the blanket application of DNR orders in care homes , particularly if the individual contracted Covid 19 .
Concerns were also raised that routine care was not provided due to such orders being in place .
DNR orders are tools which if used appropriately and sensitively , and with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ where possible , will allow a person a dignified and peaceful death .
DNR means just that .
So , if a person ’ s heart or lungs were to stop , they would not be resuscitated .
This does not mean that the person is denied basic comforts such as food and drink or interventions to treat a potentially curable illness .
It is not a form that denies escalation of treatment .
CPR is a brutal onslaught to the body requiring repeated chest compressions and often the need for inserting a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It is typically led in a military fashion by a senior medical doctor , with a team required to separate themselves from the emotional trauma of the situation in order to perform effectively .
It is not something you would wish to witness as a relative , especially if the chances of success are negligible .
About 15-20 % of resuscitation attempts are successful , but recognised complications include broken ribs , punctured lungs and lacerations to organs in the abdomen .
A prolonged resuscitation attempt , where there has been considerable @ @ @ @ @ @ @ brain , may result in significant irreversible brain damage .
Only 1 in 10 survivors are alive a year later .
Resuscitation attempts may be successful more often in children and younger adults , where there is a reversible abnormality .
As healthcare professionals , we are reminded that DNR orders should where possible be discussed with the individual in a sensitive yet open manner .
If a person without a DNR is admitted to hospital as an emergency and you are consulted as next of kin , the medical team are not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to whether to resuscitate , but your opinion on what your loved one would want if they are not in a position to express this themselves .

Stories have emerged about the blanket application of DNR orders in care homes, particularly if the individual contracted Covid 19. Concerns were also raised that routine care was not provided due to such orders being in place.
DNR orders are tools which if used appropriately and sensitively, and with the input of the patient and their family where possible, will allow a person a dignified and peaceful death.
DNR means just that. So, if a person’s heart or lungs were to stop, they would not be resuscitated. This does not mean that the person is denied basic comforts such as food and drink or interventions to treat a potentially curable illness. It is not a form that denies escalation of treatment.
CPR is a brutal onslaught to the body requiring repeated chest compressions and often the need for inserting a tube into the person’s airway. It is typically led in a military fashion by a senior medical doctor, with a team required to separate themselves from the emotional trauma of the situation in order to perform effectively. It is not something you would wish to witness as a relative, especially if the chances of success are negligible.
About 15-20% of resuscitation attempts are successful, but recognised complications include broken ribs, punctured lungs and lacerations to organs in the abdomen. A prolonged resuscitation attempt, where there has been considerable interruption of the blood supply to the brain, may result in significant irreversible brain damage. Only 1 in 10 survivors are alive a year later.
Resuscitation attempts may be successful more often in children and younger adults, where there is a reversible abnormality.
As healthcare professionals, we are reminded that DNR orders should where possible be discussed with the individual in a sensitive yet open manner.
If a person without a DNR is admitted to hospital as an emergency and you are consulted as next of kin, the medical team are not asking you to make a decision as to whether to resuscitate, but your opinion on what your loved one would want if they are not in a position to express this themselves.


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--PHOTOS: Daily Echo Camera Club competition winner is announced

HUNDREDS of Hampshire photographers shared their best shots to be in with the chance to win our fantastic new competition .
Launched at the start of November , members of the Daily Echo Camera Club group on Facebook had the chance to win £50 in Castle Cameras vouchers in our new competition .
Hundreds of talented photographers submitted a photo with the theme of autumn to be in with the chance to win .
The submissions were whittled to ten finalists , and finally a winner was chosen from the set .
Judges chose Jenny Cross ' photo of a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the competition winner .
The beautiful photo was taken towards the end of October .
A spokesperson from Castle Cameras said : `` Here at Castle Cameras in Bournemouth and Salisbury we are excited to be supporting the competition within the Daily Echo Camera Club .
`` We were impressed with the high standard within the competition and thoroughly enjoyed seeing all the entries .
`` The winning picture by Jenny Cross stood out for us as being a world-class standard wildlife photograph .
`` It takes great skill , patience and commitment @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the result is more than worthy of the prize .
`` Congratulations and thanks to Jenny Cross and all of the photographers who took part . ''
Jenny will be receiving her vouchers within the next few days .
The other nine shortlisted finalists included :

Launched at the start of November, members of the Daily Echo Camera Club group on Facebook had the chance to win £50 in Castle Cameras vouchers in our new competition.
Hundreds of talented photographers submitted a photo with the theme of autumn to be in with the chance to win.
The submissions were whittled to ten finalists, and finally a winner was chosen from the set.
Judges chose Jenny Cross' photo of a fallow buck in the New Forest as the competition winner.
The beautiful photo was taken towards the end of October.
A spokesperson from Castle Cameras said: "Here at Castle Cameras in Bournemouth and Salisbury we are excited to be supporting the competition within the Daily Echo Camera Club.
"We were impressed with the high standard within the competition and thoroughly enjoyed seeing all the entries.
"The winning picture by Jenny Cross stood out for us as being a world-class standard wildlife photograph.
"It takes great skill, patience and commitment to get a shot like this and the result is more than worthy of the prize.
"Congratulations and thanks to Jenny Cross and all of the photographers who took part."
Jenny will be receiving her vouchers within the next few days.
The other nine shortlisted finalists included:


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--The 1p challenge  which could save you over £650 in a year

As the new year approaches many of us will be planning our new year ’ s resolutions for the coming 12 months .
For many of us , improving our savings will be top of that list and financial blogger Skint Dad is encouraging people to take up the penny challenge ahead of the new year .
Based on the 52-week saving challenge the penny challenge is designed to help you save nearly £700 in 365 days without breaking the bank .
The idea behind the challenge is to save an increasing amount of money each day starting from 1p @ @ @ @ @ @ @ day people will be able to build on their savings without leaving themselves short for the daily expenditure of modern life .
On the Skint Dad website , it reads : `` If you ’ re desperate to start saving money – for any occasion – but your budget can ’ t stretch to £1 a week in the 52 week saving challenge , how about trying the Skint Dad 1p saving challenge instead ?
“ First created at Skint Dad in 2015/2016 , this is the original 1p saving challenge.
” How @ @ @ @ @ @ @ begin at any point of the year and you will start by putting away one penny on day one and then the equivalent amount in pennies for each day of the year .
Continue to save an extra penny each day as the challenge progresses so : Until the end of the 12 months ...
If you start the challenge on January 1 and you stick to the challenge all year you will have saved £667.95 by the end of 2021 .

For many of us, improving our savings will be top of that list and financial blogger Skint Dad is encouraging people to take up the penny challenge ahead of the new year.
Based on the 52-week saving challenge the penny challenge is designed to help you save nearly £700 in 365 days without breaking the bank.
The idea behind the challenge is to save an increasing amount of money each day starting from 1p.
By saving a small amount each day people will be able to build on their savings without leaving themselves short for the daily expenditure of modern life.
On the Skint Dad website, it reads: "If you’re desperate to start saving money – for any occasion – but your budget can’t stretch to £1 a week in the 52 week saving challenge, how about trying the Skint Dad 1p saving challenge instead?
“First created at Skint Dad in 2015/2016, this is the original 1p saving challenge.”
How does it work?
The challenge can begin at any point of the year and you will start by putting away one penny on day one and then the equivalent amount in pennies for each day of the year.
Day 1: Save £0.01
Day 2: Save £0.02
Day 3: Save £0.03
Continue to save an extra penny each day as the challenge progresses so:
Day 100: Save £1.00
Day 101: Save £1.01
Day 102: Save £1.02
Keep going...
Day 200: Save £2.00
Day 201: Save £2.01
Day 202: Save £2.02
Until the end of the 12 months...
Day 363: Save £3.63
Day 364: Save £3.64
Day 365: Save £3.65
If you start the challenge on January 1 and you stick to the challenge all year you will have saved £667.95 by the end of 2021.


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--LETTER - Liberal Democrats look forward to a future devoid of power

It became yet another opportunity for him to drum up support for the Lib Dems and of course re-joining the EU .
It is fascinating that more than 100 years since the last Liberal government they and Labour can not bring themselves to do the obvious thing and form a single centre-left political party .
If they did this they would almost certainly have an in-built majority of support in the country .
Instead they continue to refuse to contemplate this step .
The Conservatives of course know how to deal with such threats .
When faced with the rise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of centre vote , they acted and had the referendum – the result of which effectively ended UKIP and left the Conservatives as the only real right of centre party .
Labour have lost most of their support in Scotland and would need a sea-change in England to gain a majority – yet they cling to the hope it will happen .
If the Lib Dems and Labour were serious about re-joining the EU and providing perhaps a better chance of maintaining the Union they would join forces – instead I suspect they @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Lib Dems can expect a future devoid of any power to do what Richard really wants .
Richard – change the mindset of the leaders – it stands a better chance than trying to persuade people to vote Lib Dem .

It became yet another opportunity for him to drum up support for the Lib Dems and of course re-joining the EU.
It is fascinating that more than 100 years since the last Liberal government they and Labour cannot bring themselves to do the obvious thing and form a single centre-left political party.
If they did this they would almost certainly have an in-built majority of support in the country. Instead they continue to refuse to contemplate this step.
The Conservatives of course know how to deal with such threats.
When faced with the rise of UKIP and therefore splitting the right of centre vote, they acted and had the referendum – the result of which effectively ended UKIP and left the Conservatives as the only real right of centre party.
Labour have lost most of their support in Scotland and would need a sea-change in England to gain a majority – yet they cling to the hope it will happen.
If the Lib Dems and Labour were serious about re-joining the EU and providing perhaps a better chance of maintaining the Union they would join forces – instead I suspect they will continue to refuse this option and the Lib Dems can expect a future devoid of any power to do what Richard really wants.
Richard – change the mindset of the leaders – it stands a better chance than trying to persuade people to vote Lib Dem.
Gerald Ingram
Locks Heath


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--LETTER - Thanks to the NHS staff for my treatment

PLEASE may I , express my sincere thanks to the following NHS staff involved in my care following an unforeseen medical condition that occurred at home on the November 30 .
Bitterne Surgery receptionist Julie for all her understanding and empathy in arranging a telephone contact with Doctor V. Kariyappa .
Having returned home , following my unexpected visit to the surgery , my condition worsened .
As I was waiting for the doctor to contact me by telephone which resulted in my wife phoning 999 to the ambulance for assistance The unknown call handler was extremely helpful and arranged @ @ @ @ @ @ @ address , urgently given the circumstance at the time of my wife call .
The emergency crew from Hightown Ambulance Station were paramedic David who was supervising a second year female student paramedic from Portsmouth University and the ECA was the driver , who I would add provided a very smooth and comfortable ride on my journey to hospital .
Both my wife and I were very pleased with all their cheerfulness and very caring and understanding of my unexpected illness .
The supervising in overseeing the care and attention to his student @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well in passing all her exams with the advice from David .
I was subsequently taken to Southampton University Hospital A & E blue section , where I received excellent treatment from all the nursing staff involved including senior house officer Samuel Wood , who again , given the number of hours he had worked that day , was very understanding and looked after in a very polite and caring manner .
Well done to all involved in my excellent care and I am slowly recovering from my unexpected visit to hospital .

Bitterne Surgery receptionist Julie for all her understanding and empathy in arranging a telephone contact with Doctor V. Kariyappa.
Having returned home, following my unexpected visit to the surgery, my condition worsened. As I was waiting for the doctor to contact me by telephone which resulted in my wife phoning 999 to the ambulance for assistance
The unknown call handler was extremely helpful and arranged for an ambulance to attend my home address, urgently given the circumstance at the time of my wife call.
The emergency crew from Hightown Ambulance Station were paramedic David who was supervising a second year female student paramedic from Portsmouth University and the ECA was the driver, who I would add provided a very smooth and comfortable ride on my journey to hospital.
Both my wife and I were very pleased with all their cheerfulness and very caring and understanding of my unexpected illness.
The supervising in overseeing the care and attention to his student was faultless and I hope she does well in passing all her exams with the advice from David.
I was subsequently taken to Southampton University Hospital A & E blue section, where I received excellent treatment from all the nursing staff involved including senior house officer Samuel Wood, who again, given the number of hours he had worked that day, was very understanding and looked after in a very polite and caring manner.
Well done to all involved in my excellent care and I am slowly recovering from my unexpected visit to hospital.
Geoffrey Wilkinson,
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--LETTER - We need more trees at Royal Victoria Country Park

WHEN I was in Royal Victoria Park recently I noticed there were several areas of grass .
It would be @ @ @ @ @ trees in in these large open areas .
On my way to Portsmouth recently I @ @ @ @ @ had been planted in fields near the motorway - what a good idea .

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thedailyecho--2020-12-08--LETTER - Staff at Sainsbury's in Portswood went above and beyond

I FELT I had to write to you as so many people complain .
I myself would like to praise the staff at the Sainsbury 's branch in Portswood .
I had to go to the inquiry desk to get some money put back on my card - which I do n't use very often .
While putting my card back in my purse an elderly lady came at me with her trolley , so I moved out of her way .
I went to the trolley station and realised I did n't have my purse .
Within seconds I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ assistant who had served me said my purse was n't there .
I was totally shaken and crying - I suffer from anxiety and panic attacks .
She said an elderly lady was there - but she went over to her and she said she never saw it .
Then the lovely assistant took my receipt to the security guy and within minutes on CCTV it showed that the old lady had picked it up .
To cut a long story short they got my purse back , so thank you so very @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Beck and Gill who all went above and beyond .
Bless them all - it was so much appreciated .

I myself would like to praise the staff at the Sainsbury's branch in Portswood.
I had to go to the inquiry desk to get some money put back on my card - which I don't use very often.
While putting my card back in my purse an elderly lady came at me with her trolley, so I moved out of her way.
I went to the trolley station and realised I didn't have my purse.
Within seconds I went back to the desk and the assistant who had served me said my purse wasn't there.
I was totally shaken and crying - I suffer from anxiety and panic attacks.
She said an elderly lady was there - but she went over to her and she said she never saw it.
Then the lovely assistant took my receipt to the security guy and within minutes on CCTV it showed that the old lady had picked it up.
To cut a long story short they got my purse back, so thank you so very much to Callum, Richard, Chris, Beck and Gill who all went above and beyond.
Bless them all - it was so much appreciated.
Name and address supplied.


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--Boat shows to return to Southampton after 2020 cancellation

ORGANISERS who had to call off a boat show in Southampton at the last minute this year are planning to bring two events to the city in 2021 .
MDL Marinas says it is “ demonstrating its confidence in the power of regional marine shows ” by announcing four of them across the south for next year .
Two will be at the company ’ s Ocean Village Marina – the South Coast Boat Show from May 7-9 and the Ocean Village Boat Show from September 10-19 .
The others are the Thames Valley Boat Show at Penton Hook Marina @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the Green Tech Boat Show , at Queen Anne ’ s Battery , Plymouth , from June 19-20 .
Tim Mayer , MDL ’ s sales and marketing director , said : “ The enthusiasm and feedback from past regional boat shows , and the positive response to the planned events , indicates an appetite from both exhibitors and visitors for smaller , more buyer focused events .
“ With the locations and facilities of our marinas , we ’ re ideally situated to offer these shows to the marine industry and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be held in Southampton is postponed The South Coast Boat Show had to be postponed this summer , while the Ocean Village Boat Show was cancelled on the eve of the event , at the instruction of Southampton City Council .
Boats 2020 , a replacement for the Southampton International Boat Show arranged by British Marine , was cancelled at the same time .
MDL had described the cancellation , over Covid safety concerns , as “ devastating ” .
“ We are naturally very disappointed for all of our exhibitors , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ significant investments into the show – whether to bring wonderful power and sail boats , or to travel to the city to look at a boat , ” said Mr Mayer at the time .
MDL said of the 2021 events : “ Guided by Raymarine , the South Coast Boat Show features the marine industry ’ s most exciting and innovative global power and sail brands .
“ A must for serious buyers , exhibitors already confirmed include : Jeanneau , Fountaine Pajot catamarans , Halberg Rassy and Grand Inflatable Boats .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ last minute cancellation this year , the Ocean Village Boat Show will showcase an extensive line up of motorboats , RIBs and sailing yachts , featuring something for anyone looking to purchase a brand-new vessel ready for the 2022 season .
”

MDL Marinas says it is “demonstrating its confidence in the power of regional marine shows” by announcing four of them across the south for next year.
Two will be at the company’s Ocean Village Marina – the South Coast Boat Show from May 7-9 and the Ocean Village Boat Show from September 10-19.
The others are the Thames Valley Boat Show at Penton Hook Marina in Surrey, from April 9-11, and the Green Tech Boat Show, at Queen Anne’s Battery, Plymouth, from June 19-20.
Tim Mayer, MDL’s sales and marketing director, said: “The enthusiasm and feedback from past regional boat shows, and the positive response to the planned events, indicates an appetite from both exhibitors and visitors for smaller, more buyer focused events.
“With the locations and facilities of our marinas, we’re ideally situated to offer these shows to the marine industry and the boating public.”
Boat show due to be held in Southampton is postponed
The South Coast Boat Show had to be postponed this summer, while the Ocean Village Boat Show was cancelled on the eve of the event, at the instruction of Southampton City Council. Boats 2020, a replacement for the Southampton International Boat Show arranged by British Marine, was cancelled at the same time.
Southampton's boat show Boats2020 cancelled due to Covid
MDL had described the cancellation, over Covid safety concerns, as “devastating”.
“We are naturally very disappointed for all of our exhibitors, and visitors, who have all made significant investments into the show – whether to bring wonderful power and sail boats, or to travel to the city to look at a boat,” said Mr Mayer at the time.
MDL said of the 2021 events: “Guided by Raymarine, the South Coast Boat Show features the marine industry’s most exciting and innovative global power and sail brands.
“A must for serious buyers, exhibitors already confirmed include: Jeanneau, Fountaine Pajot catamarans, Halberg Rassy and Grand Inflatable Boats.
“Undeterred by the disappointment of its last minute cancellation this year, the Ocean Village Boat Show will showcase an extensive line up of motorboats, RIBs and sailing yachts, featuring something for anyone looking to purchase a brand-new vessel ready for the 2022 season.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--Police found 15 people drinking at Ceno in Highfield Lane

THE owner of a Southampton restaurant has been fined £1,000 for breaching coronavirus restrictions .
Police say an officer checked Ceno in Highfield Lane , Southampton , during the recent lockdown and found about 15 people drinking at the bar .
A police spokesman said : `` During the recent national restrictions to address Covid-19 , licensed premises were unable to open to the public .
`` The officer dispersed the group and engaged with the owner before ultimately issuing the fixed penalty notice , for a blatant breach of the regulations , as a last resort .
`` We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ City Council to review the licence for the premises . ''
PC Lee Scott , from the force ’ s licensing team added : “ We are working hard to ensure that everyone is observing the restrictions in place and is safe during the pandemic .
`` We are working with partners , including the city council , to ensure where businesses or individuals breach the regulations , that this is addressed quickly to provide reassurance to the community about concerns that are raised to us .
“ The guidelines in place around @ @ @ @ @ @ @ period of national lockdown restrictions licensed premises were unable to open to restrict the spread of the virus .
`` It is very disappointing therefore that this restaurant felt that it was appropriate to allow a group of approximately 15 people to drink at the bar , which clearly breached the regulations .
`` We hope this sends a message to other businesses that breaching the regulations will be dealt with robustly to ensure everyone ’ s safety . ''

Police say an officer checked Ceno in Highfield Lane, Southampton, during the recent lockdown and found about 15 people drinking at the bar.
A police spokesman said: "During the recent national restrictions to address Covid-19, licensed premises were unable to open to the public.
"The officer dispersed the group and engaged with the owner before ultimately issuing the fixed penalty notice, for a blatant breach of the regulations, as a last resort.
"We will now carry out work with Southampton City Council to review the licence for the premises."
PC Lee Scott, from the force’s licensing team added: “We are working hard to ensure that everyone is observing the restrictions in place and is safe during the pandemic.
"We are working with partners, including the city council, to ensure where businesses or individuals breach the regulations, that this is addressed quickly to provide reassurance to the community about concerns that are raised to us.
“The guidelines in place around hospitality are clear and during the recent period of national lockdown restrictions licensed premises were unable to open to restrict the spread of the virus.
"It is very disappointing therefore that this restaurant felt that it was appropriate to allow a group of approximately 15 people to drink at the bar, which clearly breached the regulations.
"We hope this sends a message to other businesses that breaching the regulations will be dealt with robustly to ensure everyone’s safety."


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--Man found guilty of murdering Hampshire teen Louise Smith

A 30-year-old man who lured teenager Louise Smith to woodland , where he killed her with “ breath-taking brutality ” , has been found guilty of murder .
“ Predatory ” Shane Mays walked with the 16-year-old to the secluded spot in Havant Thicket on VE Day , where he repeatedly punched her in the face , causing her fatal injuries .
He then defiled her with a stick before burning the body , which was found 13 days later following a major police search .
James Newton-Price QC , prosecuting , told the trial at Winchester Crown Court : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to destroy her body , which was so badly burned and damaged by fire as to be unrecognisable .
“ Her body had been subjected to extreme violence and violation , including repeated and heavy blows to her head.
” The defendant showed no emotion as the unanimous verdict was announced , and cries of “ Yes ” could be heard from the public gallery .
The “ vulnerable ” student had moved in with the defendant and his wife , Chazlynn Jayne ( CJ ) Mays – the victim ’ s aunt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after she had “ quarrelled ” with her mother .
But arguments broke out between the three and Louise complained to her boyfriend , Bradley Kercher , that Mays would “ flirt ” with her and pin her down , and the jury was shown a Snapchat video of him tickling her feet .
Mr Newton-Price said : “ Louise was just 16 , she was anxious , needy , fragile and vulnerable , vulnerable to the attentions of a predatory man who was apparently flirting with her and living in the same @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had persuaded Louise to walk with him to the woodland by offering her cannabis , with the aim of sexually assaulting her .
Mays told the court that he punched Louise “ many ” times to the face and had heard her bones “ crack ” , after losing his temper .
He said : “ I just carried on , I lost control of myself .
She made a moaning noise , that ’ s when I stopped.
” The court heard that a clinical review of the defendant found he had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 63 , putting him in the bottom one percentile of people .
He told the court that he had not worked for five years and spent nine hours a day playing video games .
Following her death , Louise , who was training to be a veterinary nurse , was described by her family as a “ smiley , generous person ” .
The judge , Mrs Justice May , adjourned the case for sentencing on Wednesday .
Thanking the jury , she said : “ You can not have imagined that you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this .
“ I want to thank each of you for the attention you have given and your attendance during the pandemic.
” In a statement , Rebbecca Cooper , Louise ’ s mother , said : “ We would like to thank everyone who contributed in finding justice for our beautiful daughter Louise .
“ No words can describe the loss we feel on a daily basis .
She was our sunshine and is truly missed by all that knew her .
“ I can not put it into words but the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we will never see her again .
“ It has been a very hard few months and the last four weeks have been traumatising to say the least.
” Louise ’ s father , Bradley Smith , said in a statement : “ Louise was very much loved her whole young life .
“ As a family we wanted to give her happy times like taking her on holiday .
“ We all find it impossible to accept that we will never hear her voice or see her cheeky smile again .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been ripped away from us .
As a father I moved away to try and build a life for both of us .
I ’ ll never get a chance to share that with her .
“ The loss of Louise has destroyed our family.
” Detective Inspector Adam Edwards , of Hampshire Police , said : “ Louise was just 16 years old when she was murdered by Shane Mays .
“ Her death is an absolute tragedy .
Our thoughts remain with her family , friends and all that knew @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as a smiley , generous person who was known for her kindness and this is how she will be remembered .
”

“Predatory” Shane Mays walked with the 16-year-old to the secluded spot in Havant Thicket on VE Day, where he repeatedly punched her in the face, causing her fatal injuries.
He then defiled her with a stick before burning the body, which was found 13 days later following a major police search.
James Newton-Price QC, prosecuting, told the trial at Winchester Crown Court: “A determined attempt had been made to destroy her body, which was so badly burned and damaged by fire as to be unrecognisable.
“Her body had been subjected to extreme violence and violation, including repeated and heavy blows to her head.”
The defendant showed no emotion as the unanimous verdict was announced, and cries of “Yes” could be heard from the public gallery.
Shane Mays was found guilty at Winchester Crown Court of the murder of 16-year-old Louise Smith (Hampshire Constabulary/PA)
The “vulnerable” student had moved in with the defendant and his wife, Chazlynn Jayne (CJ) Mays – the victim’s aunt – at the end of April, after she had “quarrelled” with her mother.
But arguments broke out between the three and Louise complained to her boyfriend, Bradley Kercher, that Mays would “flirt” with her and pin her down, and the jury was shown a Snapchat video of him tickling her feet.
Mr Newton-Price said: “Louise was just 16, she was anxious, needy, fragile and vulnerable, vulnerable to the attentions of a predatory man who was apparently flirting with her and living in the same small flat.”
He suggested that Mays had persuaded Louise to walk with him to the woodland by offering her cannabis, with the aim of sexually assaulting her.
Mays told the court that he punched Louise “many” times to the face and had heard her bones “crack”, after losing his temper.
CCTV of Louise Smith and Shane Mays in a shop the day before Louise’s death (Hampshire Constabulary/PA)
He said: “I just carried on, I lost control of myself. She made a moaning noise, that’s when I stopped.”
The court heard that a clinical review of the defendant found he had an “extremely low” IQ of 63, putting him in the bottom one percentile of people.
He told the court that he had not worked for five years and spent nine hours a day playing video games.
Following her death, Louise, who was training to be a veterinary nurse, was described by her family as a “smiley, generous person”.
The judge, Mrs Justice May, adjourned the case for sentencing on Wednesday.
Thanking the jury, she said: “You cannot have imagined that you would be sitting on a case like this.
An orange flag marks the spot in woodland at Havant Thicket in Hampshire, where police found the body of Louise Smith (Steve Parsons/PA)
“I want to thank each of you for the attention you have given and your attendance during the pandemic.”
In a statement, Rebbecca Cooper, Louise’s mother, said: “We would like to thank everyone who contributed in finding justice for our beautiful daughter Louise.
“No words can describe the loss we feel on a daily basis. She was our sunshine and is truly missed by all that knew her.
“I cannot put it into words but the pain inside is unbelievable, just knowing we will never see her again.
“It has been a very hard few months and the last four weeks have been traumatising to say the least.”
Rebbecca Cooper, mother of Louise Smith, with her partner Richard O’Shea outside Winchester Crown Court (Ben Mitchell/PA)
Louise’s father, Bradley Smith, said in a statement: “Louise was very much loved her whole young life.
“As a family we wanted to give her happy times like taking her on holiday.
“We all find it impossible to accept that we will never hear her voice or see her cheeky smile again.
“Our chance to see her grown up has been ripped away from us. As a father I moved away to try and build a life for both of us. I’ll never get a chance to share that with her.
“The loss of Louise has destroyed our family.”
Detective Inspector Adam Edwards, of Hampshire Police, said: “Louise was just 16 years old when she was murdered by Shane Mays.
“Her death is an absolute tragedy. Our thoughts remain with her family, friends and all that knew her.
“Louise had been described as a smiley, generous person who was known for her kindness and this is how she will be remembered.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--Southampton Airport plans for runway expansion delayed

A DECISION on plans to expand the runway at Southampton Airport has been pushed back .
A final decision on controversial proposals to extend the runway by 164m was set to be made at a public meeting on December 17 .
But the meeting has been pushed back and will be held next year following a new public consultation .
An exact date is yet to be confimed .
But in a statement Eastleigh Borough Council said : `` The Eastleigh Local Area Committee meeting , scheduled for 17 December , to consider Southampton Airport ’ s planning application has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at a date to be confirmed in the New Year .
This is at the request of Southampton Airport to submit additional information for the planning committee to consider .
Once this information is received , there will be a further period of consultation for people to have their say . ''
The news comes as last week Southampton City Council objected to the plans on the grounds of climate change and noise levels .
As reported , the plans proved to be controversial with campaigners raising concerns over the scheme and its @ @ @ @ @ @ @ But airport bosses previously said the future of the airport will be hanging in the balance if the proposals are rejected .
Earlier this year Southampton Airport amended the proposals following a number of public consultations .
Among the main changes to the plans there are proposals to cap the airport ’ s growth up to three million passengers per annum by 2033 .
Further planning approval would then be required to vary the cap .
The airport also proposed to increase the financial compensation for acoustic insulation to households from £3,000 as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is not yet known what additional information airport bosses will add to the plans .
Southampton Airport has been approached for comment .

A final decision on controversial proposals to extend the runway by 164m was set to be made at a public meeting on December 17.
But the meeting has been pushed back and will be held next year following a new public consultation.
An exact date is yet to be confimed.
But in a statement Eastleigh Borough Council said: "The Eastleigh Local Area Committee meeting, scheduled for 17 December, to consider Southampton Airport’s planning application has been postponed and will now take place at a date to be confirmed in the New Year. This is at the request of Southampton Airport to submit additional information for the planning committee to consider. Once this information is received, there will be a further period of consultation for people to have their say."
The news comes as last week Southampton City Council objected to the plans on the grounds of climate change and noise levels.
As reported, the plans proved to be controversial with campaigners raising concerns over the scheme and its impact on pollution and the environment.
But airport bosses previously said the future of the airport will be hanging in the balance if the proposals are rejected.
Earlier this year Southampton Airport amended the proposals following a number of public consultations.
Among the main changes to the plans there are proposals to cap the airport’s growth up to three million passengers per annum by 2033.
Further planning approval would then be required to vary the cap.
The airport also proposed to increase the financial compensation for acoustic insulation to households from £3,000 as originally offered, to £5,000.
It is not yet known what additional information airport bosses will add to the plans.
Southampton Airport has been approached for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--Emergency services called to Itchen Bridge after person 'falls'

EMERGENCY services were called to a Southampton bridge this morning after a person 'fell ' .
Police officers were called @ @ @ @ @ 9.40am this morning following a concern for welfare .
It is understood that a man @ @ @ @ @ Ambulance Service confirmed that it was due to a person `` reported as having fallen @ @ @ @ @ A spokesperson from Hampshire police said : `` We were called just before 9.40am to @ @ @ @ @ for the welfare of a man at the Itchen Bridge .
Officers are currently in @ @ @

Police officers were called to the Itchen Bridge at 9.40am this morning following a concern for welfare.
It is understood that a man was involved.
South Central Ambulance Service confirmed that it was due to a person "reported as having fallen" from the bridge.
A spokesperson from Hampshire police said: "We were called just before 9.40am to a report of a concern for the welfare of a man at the Itchen Bridge. Officers are currently in attendance."
More to follow...


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--DECEMBER 8: Hampshire records 197 new Covid cases

JUST under 200 new positive coronavirus cases have been recorded in Hampshire today .
Public Health England figures - as @ @ @ @ @ at 4.17pm today ( December 8 ) - show that 197 more people have tested @ @ @ @ @ a 24 hour period .
It comes as testing increases across the country .
The @ @ @ @ @ Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests @ @ @ @ @ NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government 's @ @ @ @ @ are the confirmed cases by local authority on December 8 : • Basingstoke and Deane @ @ @ @ @ total since start of pandemic )

Public Health England figures - as recorded on the Government website at 4.17pm yesterday (December 8) - show that 197 more people have tested positive for the virus in a 24 hour period.
Yesterday 181 new cases were recorded.
It comes as testing increases across the country.
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests, which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government's mass testing programme.
Below are the confirmed cases by local authority on December 8:


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--Man seen approaching boy in Southampton

Man seen approaching boy in Southampton

A 'suspicious ' man has been seen approaching a boy in Southampton .
Officers are investigating the incident against other @ @ @ @ @ Hampshire police has confirmed that a man in a white van approached a 15-year-old boy @ @ @ @ @ on December 7 .
The man asked the boy if he wanted a lifted home @ @ @ @ @ and walked off .
It comes as last month , officers were investigating a series @ @ @ @ @ Eastleigh that were reported between November 17 and November 25 .
A police spokesperson said @ @ @ @ @ these kind of incidents are very concerning for parents , schools and children .
`` @ @ @ @ @ alert but not alarmed , remind children that they should not get into anyone ’ @ @ @ @ @ with anyone they do not know , and to report the incident to us as @ @ @ @ @

Officers are investigating the incident against other reports in the area.
Hampshire police has confirmed that a man in a white van approached a 15-year-old boy on Cutbush Lane around 3.30pm on December 7.
The man asked the boy if he wanted a lifted home.
The boy said no and walked off.
It comes as last month, officers were investigating a series of incidents across Southampton and Eastleigh that were reported between November 17 and November 25.
A police spokesperson said: "We understand that these kind of incidents are very concerning for parents, schools and children.
"It is important to stay alert but not alarmed, remind children that they should not get into anyone’s car, or go with anyone they do not know, and to report the incident to us as soon as possible."


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--Meet the 99-year-old to receive Hampshire's first Covid vaccine

THIS is the 99-year-old who has become the first person in Hampshire to receive the Covid-19 vaccine .
Second World War veteran Michael Tibbs was the first patient to use Hampshire 's vaccine hub at Portsmouth 's Queen Alexandra Hospital this morning .
The former Royal Navy man was one of a number of people aged 80 and over who were first to receive the jab today .
• LIVE : First Covid vaccines given as experts call it 'the beginning of the end' In recent days , NHS staff have been inviting over 80s to attend the Portsmouth hub @ @ @ @ @ @ @ care home providers to book their staff in to a vaccination clinic .
Michael , of Lynchmere , said : “ I didn ’ t know what to expect , but it ’ s absolutely wonderful and feel really fortunate to have the vaccination.
” Michael was accompanied by his son , Philip , and was applauded by staff after receiving his vaccination .
He added : “ During lockdown I have been confined to the garden , however when things get back to normal I ’ m really looking forward to seeing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The vaccine will make a difference to everybody and we are so fortunate to have the NHS.
” • Coronavirus vaccine rolled out today - Here is what is happening in Hampshire PHU chief nurse Liz Rix , who greeted Michael and administered his vaccine , said : ‘ We are proud and privileged to be able to vaccinate our patients .
This is something we have talked about and been preparing for .
“ It was an absolute pleasure to give Michael his vaccination .
It ’ s an exceptional day for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ far from the end of this virus .
We all need to make sure we continue to do what we are asked and keep safe .
“ I have seen staff rise to the challenge and support each other so we can look after our patients in the way we need to , and each other .
“ Today is the first step in a journey for the vaccination programme .
Thank you to Michael for being one of the first patients to be vaccinated .
To be a part of this day @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just for me but for the whole team and hospital.
” PHU was one of the first tranche of 50 hospital hubs offering the vaccination this week , with more sites coming on line over the coming weeks and months as the programme ramps up .

Second World War veteran Michael Tibbs was the first patient to use Hampshire's vaccine hub at Portsmouth's Queen Alexandra Hospital this morning.
The former Royal Navy man was one of a number of people aged 80 and over who were first to receive the jab today.
In recent days, NHS staff have been inviting over 80s to attend the Portsmouth hub for a jab, and working with care home providers to book their staff in to a vaccination clinic.
Michael, of Lynchmere, said: “I didn’t know what to expect, but it’s absolutely wonderful and feel really fortunate to have the vaccination.”
Michael was accompanied by his son, Philip, and was applauded by staff after receiving his vaccination.
He added: “During lockdown I have been confined to the garden, however when things get back to normal I’m really looking forward to seeing my grandchildren and great grandchildren.
“The vaccine will make a difference to everybody and we are so fortunate to have the NHS.”
PHU chief nurse Liz Rix, who greeted Michael and administered his vaccine, said: ‘We are proud and privileged to be able to vaccinate our patients. This is something we have talked about and been preparing for.
“It was an absolute pleasure to give Michael his vaccination. It’s an exceptional day for us but we must remember we are far from the end of this virus. We all need to make sure we continue to do what we are asked and keep safe.
“I have seen staff rise to the challenge and support each other so we can look after our patients in the way we need to, and each other.
“Today is the first step in a journey for the vaccination programme. Thank you to Michael for being one of the first patients to be vaccinated. To be a part of this day has been a privilege, and not just for me but for the whole team and hospital.”
PHU was one of the first tranche of 50 hospital hubs offering the vaccination this week, with more sites coming on line over the coming weeks and months as the programme ramps up.


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--Portsmouth man sentenced to prison for repeated shoplifting

A man from Portsmouth has been sentenced to prison following multiple robbery and shoplifting offences .
37-year-old Johnny Kerridge of Kingston Crescent was sentenced to 19 months in prison for a robbery , a string of shoplifting offences from supermarkets and breaching a suspended sentence order .
He received the sentence at Portsmouth Crown Court on Friday 4 December .
The sentence relates to 12 offences committed between 16 November - 4 October 2019 in which items including tobacco and food were stolen from supermarkets .
These include thefts from multiple Co-op stores in Portsmouth , a Sainsbury ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Stop in Chichester Road .
During one offence on November 16 2019 , Kerridge grappled with a member of staff at the Co-Op store on Great Southsea Street in order to then take cash from the till .
No-one was injured .
He was also accused of stealing around £280 worth of products including meat , fish , cheese and chocolate were from the Co-Op store on Copnor Road on August 27 .
He pleaded guilty to ten counts of theft from a shop .
Kerridge was also found to be in breach @ @ @ @ @ @ @ April at Portsmouth Magistrates Court for three counts of failing to stop , one count of driving while disqualified and two counts of theft .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` The investigation was part of Operation Monster , which sees local officers in Portsmouth work with local businesses to tackle aggravated shoplifting and other offences against them . ''

37-year-old Johnny Kerridge of Kingston Crescent was sentenced to 19 months in prison for a robbery, a string of shoplifting offences from supermarkets and breaching a suspended sentence order.
He received the sentence at Portsmouth Crown Court on Friday 4 December.
The sentence relates to 12 offences committed between 16 November - 4 October 2019 in which items including tobacco and food were stolen from supermarkets.
These include thefts from multiple Co-op stores in Portsmouth, a Sainsbury’s Local on Albert Road and the One Stop in Chichester Road.
During one offence on November 16 2019, Kerridge grappled with a member of staff at the Co-Op store on Great Southsea Street in order to then take cash from the till. No-one was injured.
He was also accused of stealing around £280 worth of products including meat, fish, cheese and chocolate were from the Co-Op store on Copnor Road on August 27.
He pleaded guilty to ten counts of theft from a shop.
Kerridge was also found to be in breach of a suspended sentence order imposed in April at Portsmouth Magistrates Court for three counts of failing to stop, one count of driving while disqualified and two counts of theft.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "The investigation was part of Operation Monster, which sees local officers in Portsmouth work with local businesses to tackle aggravated shoplifting and other offences against them."


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--Coronavirus: Two more deaths across Hampshire in 24 hours

TWO further coronavirus deaths have been recorded across the county in the last 24 hours .
Figures published by NHS @ @ @ @ @ December 8 ) reveal that two more people have died with coronavirus .
Across the @ @ @ @ @ people have died with Covid-19 since the start of the health crisis in March .
@ @ @ @ @ Trust , one patient has died in the last 24 hours bringing the total death @ @ @ @ @ One death was recorded at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust bringing the total up to 298 @ @ @ @ @ recorded across the county 's other Trusts .
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has @ @ @ @ @ the start of the pandemic .
At Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust there have been @ @ @ @ @ of the pandemic and three deaths at Solent NHS Trust .

Figures published by NHS England at 2pm today (December 8) reveal that two more people have died with coronavirus.
Across the whole of Hampshire, 768 people have died with Covid-19 since the start of the health crisis in March.
At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, one patient has died in the last 24 hours bringing the total death toll up to 216.
One death was recorded at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust bringing the total up to 298.
No other deaths were recorded across the county's other Trusts.
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust has recorded 227 coronavirus deaths since the start of the pandemic.
At Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust there have been 23 deaths since the start of the pandemic and three deaths at Solent NHS Trust.


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--Man left with injuries to head, face and hand in weekend attack

A MAN has been left with injuries to his head , face and hand after he was attacked by three @ @ @ @ @ Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault on Prince Albert Road in Southsea on @ @ @ @ @ became involved in an altercation with three men outside the Eastfield Hotel between 5.30pm and @ @ @ @ @ The man sustained injuries to his head and face during the incident as well as @ @ @ @ @ right hand .
He was taken to Queen Alexander Hospital .
A spokesperson from Hampshire @ @ @ @ @ anyone was in the area at the time and saw or heard anything , or @ @ @ @ @ should call 101 quoting reference 44200470180 .
`` Alternatively , call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 @ @ @ @

Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault on Prince Albert Road in Southsea on Saturday.
A 20-year-old man became involved in an altercation with three men outside the Eastfield Hotel between 5.30pm and 6pm on December 5.
The man sustained injuries to his head and face during the incident as well as a severe injury to his right hand.
He was taken to Queen Alexander Hospital.
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said: "If anyone was in the area at the time and saw or heard anything, or has any information, they should call 101 quoting reference 44200470180.
"Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--Martin Lewis issues warning to Tesco Clubcard members

The Money Saving Expert said shoppers will no longer be able to spend their Clubcard points on Now TV credit from January .
Millions of people will be affected by the change .
Currently , Tesco customers can spend their Clubcard points on Now TV credit with it tripling in value .
However , as of January 31 , this deal with no longer be offered by the supermarket chain .
The credit that Tesco customers have previously spent Clubcard points on will still be valid until the expiration date supplied in the e-mail sent when exchanged .
The Money @ @ @ @ @ @ @ advice for other ways to convert your points into credit .
The advice reads : `` Now TV was one of our top pick Clubcard boost deals , and we have n't seen any similar boost deals for other streaming services .
`` You can get triple the value with Cineworld too ( ie , you can swap 50p in Clubcard vouchers for £1.50 towards a Cineworld cinema ticket ) , though it 's worth bearing in mind that Cineworld cinemas across the UK are currently closed due to coronavirus restrictions .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at what other Clubcard boost deals you can take advantage of , as they 'll make your points go much further .
`` Spend 500 Clubcard points on your shopping at the checkout and you 'll save £5 , whereas with a triple-point boost deal you 'll save £15 . ''
Prior to this deal , there was nothing else of this value for streaming service available to exchange Clubcard points for .
There are other Clubcard boost offers which will triple your points ' worth including , Goldsmiths vouchers , railcards and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ warning to shoppers embarking on their Christmas shopping .
He said shoppers should be aware of their rights if they need to return anything .
He said : `` The real issue here is how long you have to return gifts online .
`` In store you have no right to return unless the shop allows it or the product is faulty .
`` Goods bought online , unless they are perishable or personalised , you have an absolute right to return and you have 14 days with which to notify them of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ further 14 days to send it back , so maximum is 28 days .
`` A lot of people think the maximum is 28 days , that 's not the case , if you tell them you 're returning it after three days you have 14 days to return it .
`` If you bought it online you actually have more rights . ''
He also advised against buying gift cards .

The Money Saving Expert said shoppers will no longer be able to spend their Clubcard points on Now TV credit from January.
Millions of people will be affected by the change.
Currently, Tesco customers can spend their Clubcard points on Now TV credit with it tripling in value.
However, as of January 31, this deal with no longer be offered by the supermarket chain.
Martin Lewis speaking on ITV's This Morning
The credit that Tesco customers have previously spent Clubcard points on will still be valid until the expiration date supplied in the e-mail sent when exchanged.
The Money Saving Expert website has listed some important advice for other ways to convert your points into credit.
The advice reads: "Now TV was one of our top pick Clubcard boost deals, and we haven't seen any similar boost deals for other streaming services.
"You can get triple the value with Cineworld too (ie, you can swap 50p in Clubcard vouchers for £1.50 towards a Cineworld cinema ticket), though it's worth bearing in mind that Cineworld cinemas across the UK are currently closed due to coronavirus restrictions.
"However, it's well worth looking at what other Clubcard boost deals you can take advantage of, as they'll make your points go much further.
"Spend 500 Clubcard points on your shopping at the checkout and you'll save £5, whereas with a triple-point boost deal you'll save £15."
Prior to this deal, there was nothing else of this value for streaming service available to exchange Clubcard points for.
There are other Clubcard boost offers which will triple your points' worth including, Goldsmiths vouchers, railcards and magazine subscriptions.
Martin previously issued a warning to shoppers embarking on their Christmas shopping.
He said shoppers should be aware of their rights if they need to return anything.
He said: "The real issue here is how long you have to return gifts online.
"In store you have no right to return unless the shop allows it or the product is faulty.
"Goods bought online, unless they are perishable or personalised, you have an absolute right to return and you have 14 days with which to notify them of your intent to return and then a further 14 days to send it back, so maximum is 28 days.
"A lot of people think the maximum is 28 days, that's not the case, if you tell them you're returning it after three days you have 14 days to return it.
"If you bought it online you actually have more rights."
He also advised against buying gift cards.


thedailyecho--2020-12-08--Jury retires in Hampshire teenager's murder trial

THE jury has retired to consider its verdict in the trial of a man accused of the murder of a @ @ @ @ @ , of Havant , Hampshire , denies the murder of 16-year-old Louise Smith , but @ @ @ @ @ manslaughter .
The trial at Winchester Crown Court has heard that the 30-year-old has admitted @ @ @ @ @ ” teenager in the face in woodland at Havant Thicket on May 8 .
The @ @ @ @ @ claims she was still alive when he left her .
He denies using a long @ @ @ @ @ her body , which was found burned 13 days later following a large police search @

Shane Mays, of Havant, Hampshire, denies the murder of 16-year-old Louise Smith, but has pleaded guilty to her manslaughter.
The trial at Winchester Crown Court has heard that the 30-year-old has admitted repeatedly punching the “vulnerable” teenager in the face in woodland at Havant Thicket on May 8.
The defendant admits attacking her but claims she was still alive when he left her.
He denies using a long stick to “defile” her body, which was found burned 13 days later following a large police search.


thedailyecho--2020-12-09--BA unveils plans to fly from Southampton to European cities

BRITISH Airways has unveiled plans to fly from Southampton Airport to holiday destinations in six European countries next summer .
The announcement has been hailed as `` fantastic news '' by the airport , which was dealt a devastating blow when Flybe collapsed earlier this year .
BA will fly to destinations in Spain , Italy , Portugal , Greece , France and Germany .
Passengers will be able to travel to Malaga , Florence , Faro , Mykonos , Ibiza , Palma de Mallorca , Bergerac , Limoges , , Nice , Edinburgh and Berlin .
The flights will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
• Claims 'airport is panicking ' as runway decision delayed - but others say 'do n't rush it' In a statement it said : `` Under a new agreement with Southampton Airport , the airline will operate up to 17 flights each weekend to 11 locations between 1 May and 31 October 2021 .
`` The seasonal arrangement will run alongside existing services from London City Airport and enhance British Airways ’ UK regional network . ''
• Airline return would be 'good news ' for Southampton Tom Stoddart , managing director @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the new services , said : `` We are delighted to announce the extension of our services to Southampton Airport next summer .
“ This is an exciting opportunity for the British Airways family .
`` The ideal location of the airport and excellent facilities on offer will hugely benefit our customers along the South Coast as they plan to take to the skies again and book a well-deserved holiday in the sun . ''
Steve Szalay , operations director at Southampton Airport , added : “ Today ’ s announcement from British @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the region during what has been the most challenging of years .
“ It ’ s also great to see BA return to the airport once again and the range of excellent destinations on offer is sure to be a welcome early Christmas present for passengers looking to plan a European holiday next summer . ''

The announcement has been hailed as "fantastic news" by the airport, which was dealt a devastating blow when Flybe collapsed earlier this year.
BA CityFlyer, the airline’s London City airport-based subsidiary, will fly to destinations in Spain, Italy, Portugal, Greece, France and Germany.
Passengers will be able to travel to Malaga, Florence, Faro, Mykonos, Ibiza, Palma de Mallorca,Bergerac, Limoges,, Nice, Edinburgh and Berlin.
The flights will operate between May 1 and October 31.
In a statement it said: "Under a new agreement with Southampton Airport, the airline will operate up to 17 flights each weekend to 11 locations between 1 May and 31 October 2021.
"The seasonal arrangement will run alongside existing services from London City Airport and enhance British Airways’ UK regional network."
Tom Stoddart, managing director of BA CityFlyer, which will operate the new services, said: "We are delighted to announce the extension of our services to Southampton Airport next summer.
“This is an exciting opportunity for the British Airways family.
"The ideal location of the airport and excellent facilities on offer will hugely benefit our customers along the South Coast as they plan to take to the skies again and book a well-deserved holiday in the sun."
Steve Szalay, operations director at Southampton Airport, added: “Today’s announcement from British Airways is fantastic news for Southampton Airport and the region during what has been the most challenging of years.
“It’s also great to see BA return to the airport once again and the range of excellent destinations on offer is sure to be a welcome early Christmas present for passengers looking to plan a European holiday next summer."


thedailyecho--2020-12-09--City Red 2 buses diverted after windows smashed by vandals

BUSES in part of Southampton were diverted last night after objects were thrown at some of the vehicles , smashing @ @ @ @ @ bus company says it took the decision to divert City Red 2 buses to protect @ @ @ @ @ passengers .
In a statement issued yesterday evening First Southampton said : `` Due to @ @ @ @ @ , resulting in broken windows , all City Red 2 buses are being diverted via @ @ @ @ @ and then towards Shirley Road via Romsey Road .
`` We apologise for any inconvenience @ @ @ @ @ buses are diverted to protect the safety of our customers and staff . ''
No @ @ @ @ @ the type of objects thrown , where the incidents took place and whether anyone was @ @ @ @ @ buses normally travel along Kendal Avenue , Wimpson Lane , Redbridge Hill , Shirley High @ @ @ @ @ Portland Terrace and Above Bar Street .
In November last year a City Red 2 @ @ @ @ @ windows smashed while travelling through Millbrook .

The First Southampton bus company says it took the decision to divert City Red 2 buses to protect the safety of staff and passengers.
City Red 2 buses operate between Wimpson sad the city centre.
In a statement issued yesterday evening First Southampton said: "Due to objects thrown at our buses, resulting in broken windows, all City Red 2 buses are being diverted via Romsey Road to Lordshill roundabout and then towards Shirley Road via Romsey Road.
"We apologise for any inconvenience caused this evening wile our buses are diverted to protect the safety of our customers and staff."
No details have been released about the type of objects thrown, where the incidents took place and whether anyone was hurt.
City Red 2 buses normally travel along Kendal Avenue, Wimpson Lane, Redbridge Hill, Shirley High Street, Shirley Road, Portland Terrace and Above Bar Street.
In November last year a City Red 2 bus had two of its windows smashed while travelling through Millbrook.


thedailyecho--2020-12-09--Major makeover for Bitterne Precinct and Sports Centre in Southampton

TWO major projects to revamp some areas of Southampton might be delayed but civic chiefs said they `` will go ahead '' .
City leaders have confirmed that plans to refurbish the Outdoor Sports Centre and create a state-of-the-art leisure centre , a library and health services at Bitterne Precinct will go ahead .
But they said that due to the pandemic the schemes might be delayed .
The news comes as both projects were unveiled by civic chiefs at Southampton City Council in February this year as part of an investment plan until 2025 .
As reported , city @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2025 .
But the projects might be delayed as over the past months council officers were redeployed to help deal with the pandemic .
Cllr Stephen Barnes-Andrews , cabinet member for finance at Southampton City Council , said city leaders will do their best to complete the projects by 2025 .
`` But it might be early 2026 , '' he added .
Detailed plans for the project in Bitterne are expected to be released in January next year .
The proposals for the Sports Centre are also set to be published in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ahead , '' said Cllr Barnes-Andrews .
He added : `` This year officers 's attention has been diverted to keep the people of Southampton safe . ''
As reported , the scheme in Bitterne is expected to cost £32.9m while an extra £16.9m is expected to be invested to refurbish the Outdoor Sports Centre .
The news was revealed in February as the council unveiled a five-year investment plan worth £981m .
Council leader Christopher Hammond said there have already been `` a lot of commitment and announcements this year '' .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ areas between Southampton Central Railway Station and the Mayflower Park have been submitted to the city council .
The authority has also pledged to build 1,000 homes by 2025 .

City leaders have confirmed that plans to refurbish the Outdoor Sports Centre and create a state-of-the-art leisure centre, a library and health services at Bitterne Precinct will go ahead.
But they said that due to the pandemic the schemes might be delayed.
The news comes as both projects were unveiled by civic chiefs at Southampton City Council in February this year as part of an investment plan until 2025.
As reported, city bosses aimed to complete both schemes by 2025.
But the projects might be delayed as over the past months council officers were redeployed to help deal with the pandemic.
Cllr Stephen Barnes-Andrews, cabinet member for finance at Southampton City Council, said city leaders will do their best to complete the projects by 2025.
"But it might be early 2026," he added.
Detailed plans for the project in Bitterne are expected to be released in January next year.
The proposals for the Sports Centre are also set to be published in 2021.
"They both will go ahead," said Cllr Barnes-Andrews.
He added: "This year officers's attention has been diverted to keep the people of Southampton safe."
As reported, the scheme in Bitterne is expected to cost £32.9m while an extra £16.9m is expected to be invested to refurbish the Outdoor Sports Centre.
The news was revealed in February as the council unveiled a five-year investment plan worth £981m.
Council leader Christopher Hammond said there have already been "a lot of commitment and announcements this year".
It comes as plans to revamp the areas between Southampton Central Railway Station and the Mayflower Park have been submitted to the city council. The authority has also pledged to build 1,000 homes by 2025.


thedailyecho--2020-12-09--Man who murdered Hampshire teen Louise Smith is jailed

The mother of murdered teenager Louise Smith has branded her daughter ’ s killer “ pure evil ” , as the 30-year-old was jailed for life to serve a minimum of 25 years .
Shane Mays , from Havant , Hampshire , smirked as he sat in the dock to be sentenced at Winchester Crown Court after being found guilty of the murder of the 16-year-old on VE Day .
Shane Mays was found guilty at Winchester Crown Court of the murder of 16-year-old Louise Smith ( Hampshire Constabulary/PA ) The defendant , described by prosecutors as “ predatory ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spot in Havant Thicket where he repeatedly punched her in the face , causing her fatal injuries .
He then defiled her with a stick before burning her body , which was found 13 days later following a major police search .
The “ vulnerable ” student had moved in with the defendant and his wife Chazlynn Jayne ( CJ ) Mays – the victim ’ s aunt – at the end of April after she had “ quarrelled ” with her mother , the court was told .
But arguments broke out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her boyfriend , Bradley Kercher , that Mays would “ flirt ” with her and pin her down , and the jury was shown a Snapchat video of him tickling her feet .
James Newton-Price QC , prosecuting , told the trial : “ Louise was just 16 , she was anxious , needy , fragile and vulnerable , vulnerable to the attentions of a predatory man who was apparently flirting with her and living in the same small flat.
” He suggested Mays had persuaded Louise to walk with him to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ aim of sexually assaulting her .
The judge , Mrs Justice May , said : “ Shane Mays was in a position of trust in relation to Louise ; theirs was like a father-daughter relationship .
“ That being , he committed the most gross abuse of trust .
I am not persuaded his learning disability tempered this in any way as Shane Mays plainly recognised Louise was young , had mental health difficulties and was in his and CJ ’ s care .
“ The sudden death of any person is tragic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is particularly grievous.
” Rebbecca Cooper , mother of Louise Smith , with her partner Richard O ’ Shea outside Winchester Crown Court ( Ben Mitchell/PA ) In a victim impact statement read to court , Louise ’ s mother Rebbecca Cooper said : “ You killed my daughter Louise in such a traumatic way but then to do what you did afterwards is beyond words .
You are a monster .
What gave you the right to do that ?
“ You damaged her so bad that I didn ’ t have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her hand or even kiss her .
I will never forgive you for this .
“ You came to my house the day you killed her , looked me in the eyes with no remorse when you knew what you had done was pure evil .
You have made us relive what you did to Louise.
” She described her daughter , who wanted to be a veterinary nurse , as “ happy and smiley ” who “ had the world to look forward to ” .
Louise ’ s father Bradley Smith @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” , and added : “ Louise was a beautiful daughter and I have been robbed of what was to be my time with her.
” Mays , who admitted manslaughter , told the court he punched Louise “ many ” times to the face and had heard her bones “ crack ” after losing his temper .
He said : “ I just carried on , I lost control of myself .
She made a moaning noise , that ’ s when I stopped.
” Louise ’ s blood was found on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ DNA match to him was found on the stick .
The court heard a clinical review of the defendant found he had an “ extremely low ” IQ of 63 , putting him in the bottom one percentile of people .
Mays told the court he had not worked for five years and spent nine hours a day playing video games .
Andrew Langdon QC , representing Mays , said the defendant had been assessed as having learning difficulties and a personality disorder .

Shane Mays, from Havant, Hampshire, smirked as he sat in the dock to be sentenced at Winchester Crown Court after being found guilty of the murder of the 16-year-old on VE Day.
Shane Mays was found guilty at Winchester Crown Court of the murder of 16-year-old Louise Smith (Hampshire Constabulary/PA)
The defendant, described by prosecutors as “predatory”, lured the 16-year-old to the secluded spot in Havant Thicket where he repeatedly punched her in the face, causing her fatal injuries.
He then defiled her with a stick before burning her body, which was found 13 days later following a major police search.
The “vulnerable” student had moved in with the defendant and his wife Chazlynn Jayne (CJ) Mays – the victim’s aunt – at the end of April after she had “quarrelled” with her mother, the court was told.
But arguments broke out between the trio and Louise complained to her boyfriend, Bradley Kercher, that Mays would “flirt” with her and pin her down, and the jury was shown a Snapchat video of him tickling her feet.
James Newton-Price QC, prosecuting, told the trial: “Louise was just 16, she was anxious, needy, fragile and vulnerable, vulnerable to the attentions of a predatory man who was apparently flirting with her and living in the same small flat.”
He suggested Mays had persuaded Louise to walk with him to the woodland by offering her cannabis with the aim of sexually assaulting her.
The judge, Mrs Justice May, said: “Shane Mays was in a position of trust in relation to Louise; theirs was like a father-daughter relationship.
“That being, he committed the most gross abuse of trust. I am not persuaded his learning disability tempered this in any way as Shane Mays plainly recognised Louise was young, had mental health difficulties and was in his and CJ’s care.
“The sudden death of any person is tragic but the death of a vulnerable child is particularly grievous.”
Rebbecca Cooper, mother of Louise Smith, with her partner Richard O’Shea outside Winchester Crown Court (Ben Mitchell/PA)
In a victim impact statement read to court, Louise’s mother Rebbecca Cooper said: “You killed my daughter Louise in such a traumatic way but then to do what you did afterwards is beyond words. You are a monster. What gave you the right to do that?
“You damaged her so bad that I didn’t have a chance to say goodbye, hold her hand or even kiss her. I will never forgive you for this.
“You came to my house the day you killed her, looked me in the eyes with no remorse when you knew what you had done was pure evil. You have made us relive what you did to Louise.”
She described her daughter, who wanted to be a veterinary nurse, as “happy and smiley” who “had the world to look forward to”.
Louise’s father Bradley Smith said he was “tortured by nightmares”, and added: “Louise was a beautiful daughter and I have been robbed of what was to be my time with her.”
Mays, who admitted manslaughter, told the court he punched Louise “many” times to the face and had heard her bones “crack” after losing his temper.
He said: “I just carried on, I lost control of myself. She made a moaning noise, that’s when I stopped.”
Louise’s blood was found on Mays’s trainer and a billion-to-one DNA match to him was found on the stick.
The court heard a clinical review of the defendant found he had an “extremely low” IQ of 63, putting him in the bottom one percentile of people.
Mays told the court he had not worked for five years and spent nine hours a day playing video games.
Andrew Langdon QC, representing Mays, said the defendant had been assessed as having learning difficulties and a personality disorder.


thedailyecho--2020-12-09--New Forest family finds Tudor gold coins horde

A “ miraculous ” find of gold coins dating from the late 15th century was discovered by a family weeding their garden .
Sixty three gold coins and one silver coin thought to have been deposited around the year 1540 were found in the New Forest .
The family , who have asked to remain anonymous , had been pulling weeds out of their garden , the British Museum - which registered the find - says .
Dating from the late 15th to early 16th century , the hoard includes four coins from Henry VIII ’ s reign , unusually @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Aragon , Anne Boleyn and Jane Seymour .
John Naylor , from the Ashmolean Museum , said the hoard was likely to have been hidden either by a wealthy merchant or clergy fearful of Henry VIII during the Dissolution of the Monasteries , in which he took control of many of the religious community ’ s assets .
Mr Naylor said : “ It is likely that there are two options of who may have buried a hoard like this .
It could be a merchant ’ s hoard .
There was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the world .
The wool trade was still very important .
The New Forest is also very close to the coast and very close to some major ports so it is entirely possible it could be someone involved in maritime trade .
“ On the other hand though , you also have this period in the late 1530s and 1540s where you have the Dissolution of the Monasteries .
We do know that some monasteries and some churches did try to hide their wealth hoping that they would be able to keep @ @ @ @ @ @ @ total value of the coins – more than £14,000 in today ’ s money – far exceeds the average annual wage in the Tudor period , according to experts .
Ian Richardson , treasure registrar at the British Museum , said : “ People during lockdown have been spending more time at home and maybe turning to pursuits that they hadn ’ t engaged with so much before .
They were out turning up the soil and all of a sudden these coins popped out of the ground miraculously .
It is quite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ interesting for us.
” It come as pandemic-enforced lockdowns has led to a rise in amateur finds .
More than 47,000 discoveries were registered with the British Museum ’ s Portable Antiquities Scheme ( PAS ) .
The project reported 6,251 finds recorded during the first lockdown , when metal detecting was prohibited and enthusiasts started looking for treasure closer to home .
As well as the coins , Hampshire was home to another find after a copper-alloy Roman furniture fitting , dating from around AD 43–200 , was found in Old Basing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ decorated with the remarkably well-preserved face of the god Oceanus , found in Old Basing It is decorated with what experts describe as the “ remarkably well-preserved face ” of the god Oceanus and includes “ intricate ” seaweed fronds framing the god ’ s face , beard and moustache .
Under the Treasure Act 1996 , finders have to report potential treasure to the local coroner .
The British Museum also announced 81,602 archaeological finds were recorded in 2019 , an increase of more than 10,000 on the previous year , taking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ well over 1.5 million objects .
Michael Lewis , head of PAS and treasure at the British Museum , said : “ Even at this time , through the Covid-19 pandemic , our team of finds liaison officers have continued to reach out to metal-detectorists and others to ensure finds , important for understanding Britain ’ s past , are not lost but instead recorded for posterity .
”

Sixty three gold coins and one silver coin thought to have been deposited around the year 1540 were found in the New Forest.
Tudor coins found in the New Forest (The Trustees of the British Museum/PA)
The family, who have asked to remain anonymous, had been pulling weeds out of their garden, the British Museum - which registered the find - says.
Dating from the late 15th to early 16th century, the hoard includes four coins from Henry VIII’s reign, unusually featuring the initials of his wives Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn and Jane Seymour.
John Naylor, from the Ashmolean Museum, said the hoard was likely to have been hidden either by a wealthy merchant or clergy fearful of Henry VIII during the Dissolution of the Monasteries, in which he took control of many of the religious community’s assets.
Mr Naylor said: “It is likely that there are two options of who may have buried a hoard like this. It could be a merchant’s hoard. There was a lot of wealth in that part of the world. The wool trade was still very important. The New Forest is also very close to the coast and very close to some major ports so it is entirely possible it could be someone involved in maritime trade.
“On the other hand though, you also have this period in the late 1530s and 1540s where you have the Dissolution of the Monasteries. We do know that some monasteries and some churches did try to hide their wealth hoping that they would be able to keep it in the long term.”
The remarkable find was unearthed in Hampshire in the south of England. You can read more about this object and find out about the work of @findsorguk here: https://t.co/gdAteNhXcC pic.twitter.com/WUfhj9XVcK — British Museum (@britishmuseum) December 9, 2020
The total value of the coins – more than £14,000 in today’s money – far exceeds the average annual wage in the Tudor period, according to experts.
Ian Richardson, treasure registrar at the British Museum, said: “People during lockdown have been spending more time at home and maybe turning to pursuits that they hadn’t engaged with so much before. They were out turning up the soil and all of a sudden these coins popped out of the ground miraculously. It is quite a shocking find for them and very interesting for us.”
It come as pandemic-enforced lockdowns has led to a rise in amateur finds.
More than 47,000 discoveries were registered with the British Museum’s Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS).
The project reported 6,251 finds recorded during the first lockdown, when metal detecting was prohibited and enthusiasts started looking for treasure closer to home.
As well as the coins, Hampshire was home to another find after a copper-alloy Roman furniture fitting, dating from around AD 43–200, was found in Old Basing.
The opper-alloy Roman furniture fitting, decorated with the remarkably well-preserved face of the god Oceanus, found in Old Basing
It is decorated with what experts describe as the “remarkably well-preserved face” of the god Oceanus and includes “intricate” seaweed fronds framing the god’s face, beard and moustache.
Under the Treasure Act 1996, finders have to report potential treasure to the local coroner.
The British Museum also announced 81,602 archaeological finds were recorded in 2019, an increase of more than 10,000 on the previous year, taking the total on the PAS database to well over 1.5 million objects.
Michael Lewis, head of PAS and treasure at the British Museum, said: “Even at this time, through the Covid-19 pandemic, our team of finds liaison officers have continued to reach out to metal-detectorists and others to ensure finds, important for understanding Britain’s past, are not lost but instead recorded for posterity.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-09--Cunard cruise firm cancels voyages until middle of 2021

A SOUTHAMPTON cruise firm has cancelled all voyages on two of its major ships until the middle of next year .
It was announced back in August that city-based Cunard had decided to pause all cruises until March 25 , but bosses have now announced that this will be pushed back even further due to `` ongoing travel constraints in place across the world '' .
• City cruise firm extends pause in sailings until next year Voyages departing Southampton on board Queen Mary 2 up to and including May 28 , 2021 and on board Queen Elizabeth up to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all been shelved .
However , departures on Queen Victoria remain unaffected and are scheduled to resume May 17 , 2021 .
I WAS MEANT TO GO - CAN I GET A REFUND ?
Guests who have had their voyage cancelled will automatically receive a 125 % Future Cruise Credit , the firm has announced .
The 125 % Future Cruise Credit can be used on any new booking made by the end of December 2021 and on any voyage available at the time of booking .
Voyages are currently available through to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a refund should complete the form on Cunard.com .
WHAT HAS BEEN SAID ?
Cunard president , Simon Palethorpe said : “ Our extension to the pause in operations is the result of the ongoing restrictions on cruising in the UK and around the world and recognises the significant lead times to return to service , once those restrictions are lifted .
“ We are extremely sorry for the disappointment we know this will cause .
We know how much careful consideration goes into planning a holiday and apologise that our guests now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ travel once again with Cunard .
“ Guests are able to use their enhanced 125 % Future Cruise Credit to book for later in 2021 or for one of our newly announced 2022 voyages .
The tremendous response already to our 2022 voyages , put on sale just a few weeks ago , clearly demonstrates our guests are eagerly anticipating travelling again with us .
We ’ re equally looking forward to the time when we can welcome back our guests .
”

It was announced back in August that city-based Cunard had decided to pause all cruises until March 25, but bosses have now announced that this will be pushed back even further due to "ongoing travel constraints in place across the world".
WHAT CRUISES ARE AFFECTED?
Voyages departing Southampton on board Queen Mary 2 up to and including May 28, 2021 and on board Queen Elizabeth up to and including June 4, 2021 have all been shelved.
However, departures on Queen Victoria remain unaffected and are scheduled to resume May 17, 2021.
I WAS MEANT TO GO - CAN I GET A REFUND?
Guests who have had their voyage cancelled will automatically receive a 125% Future Cruise Credit, the firm has announced.
The 125% Future Cruise Credit can be used on any new booking made by the end of December 2021 and on any voyage available at the time of booking. Voyages are currently available through to early 2023.
However, those preferring a refund should complete the form on Cunard.com.
WHAT HAS BEEN SAID?
Cunard president, Simon Palethorpe said: “Our extension to the pause in operations is the result of the ongoing restrictions on cruising in the UK and around the world and recognises the significant lead times to return to service, once those restrictions are lifted.
“We are extremely sorry for the disappointment we know this will cause. We know how much careful consideration goes into planning a holiday and apologise that our guests now have to wait a little longer to travel once again with Cunard.
Cunard president, Simon Palethorpe, shares an update on our extended pause in operations.
For full details, please visit: https://t.co/bHZBomtyJI pic.twitter.com/ozexpltsf3 — cunardline (@cunardline) December 9, 2020
“Guests are able to use their enhanced 125% Future Cruise Credit to book for later in 2021 or for one of our newly announced 2022 voyages. The tremendous response already to our 2022 voyages, put on sale just a few weeks ago, clearly demonstrates our guests are eagerly anticipating travelling again with us. We’re equally looking forward to the time when we can welcome back our guests.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-09--MP Caroline Nokes says she's kept parents 'locked up since March'

A SOUTHAMPTON MP has revealed she has kept her parents `` locked up since March '' in a bid to stop the NHS from being overwhelmed amid the coronavirus crisis .
Speaking on BBC 's Politics Live on Monday , MP for Romsey and Southampton North , Caroline Nokes , said she supported the Government 's decision to introduce the toughened tier system to help stop the spread of the deadly bug .
This saw Hampshire thrown into Tier 2 after lockdown ended last week , meaning households can not mix indoors , apart from support bubbles , and a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The Conservative MP admitted at one point she had parked her car `` over their driveway so they could n't get out '' in an effort to keep her parents safe - who are both in their late 70s .
Ms Nokes said : `` Our brilliant frontline workers have been working incredibly hard over months and are exhausted , so to take unnecessary risks with the NHS now strikes me as being extremely foolhardy , so that 's why I supported the measures last week .
`` I 've seen my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there are still restrictions on the way people can go about their lives , but I 've kept my parents locked up since March , literally locked up .
`` I 've done all of their shopping for them , run every errand , and at one point parked my car over their driveway so they could n't get out , because I am absolutely determined they are not going to increase the burden on our brilliant health service . ''
When asked after the show about her measures to protect her parents @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` lighthearted comment '' .
However , she added : `` But , I want my parents , and everybody ’ s parents to be safe from this virus .
They are in their late 70s and therefore among the most vulnerable . ''

Speaking on BBC's Politics Live on Monday, MP for Romsey and Southampton North, Caroline Nokes, said she supported the Government's decision to introduce the toughened tier system to help stop the spread of the deadly bug.
This saw Hampshire thrown into Tier 2 after lockdown ended last week, meaning households cannot mix indoors, apart from support bubbles, and a maximum of six people can meet outdoors.
The Conservative MP admitted at one point she had parked her car "over their driveway so they couldn't get out" in an effort to keep her parents safe - who are both in their late 70s.
Ms Nokes said: "Our brilliant frontline workers have been working incredibly hard over months and are exhausted, so to take unnecessary risks with the NHS now strikes me as being extremely foolhardy, so that's why I supported the measures last week.
"I've seen my area go into Tier 2, where there are still restrictions on the way people can go about their lives, but I've kept my parents locked up since March, literally locked up.
"I've done all of their shopping for them, run every errand, and at one point parked my car over their driveway so they couldn't get out, because I am absolutely determined they are not going to increase the burden on our brilliant health service."
When asked after the show about her measures to protect her parents, Ms Nokes insisted she made a "lighthearted comment".
However, she added: "But, I want my parents, and everybody’s parents to be safe from this virus. They are in their late 70s and therefore among the most vulnerable."


thedailyecho--2020-12-09--Hampshire man killed after car collides with tree

A MOTORIST has died following a collision with a tree .
Emergency services were called to the B3035 , near Bishop 's Waltham , but a man in his 50s from the Romsey area was pronounced dead at the scene .
Police officers say his family are being supported .
The incident occurred shortly before 8pm on December 3 .
The road was closed for several hours while officers carried out investigations at the scene .
A police spokesperson has said that enquiries remain ongoing to establish the exact circumstances of the crash .
The spokesperson added : `` We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 3 to a report of a single-vehicle collision on the B3035 , The Hangers , Bishops Waltham .
`` Officers attended the scene , but a man in his 50s from the Romsey area was sadly pronounced dead .
His family are being supported.
” It understood that the incident occurred after the car collided with a tree .
A spokesperson for the ambulance service said : “ We had on scene an ambulance crew , Hazardous Area Response Team , three ambulance officers and the critical care car from the Hampshire and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ treating one patient .
”

Emergency services were called to the B3035, near Bishop's Waltham, but a man in his 50s from the Romsey area was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police officers say his family are being supported.
The incident occurred shortly before 8pm on December 3.
The road was closed for several hours while officers carried out investigations at the scene.
A police spokesperson has said that enquiries remain ongoing to establish the exact circumstances of the crash.
The spokesperson added: "We were called just before 8pm on December 3 to a report of a single-vehicle collision on the B3035, The Hangers, Bishops Waltham.
"Officers attended the scene, but a man in his 50s from the Romsey area was sadly pronounced dead. His family are being supported.”
It understood that the incident occurred after the car collided with a tree.
A spokesperson for the ambulance service said: “We had on scene an ambulance crew, Hazardous Area Response Team, three ambulance officers and the critical care car from the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance assessing and treating one patient.”


thedailyecho--2020-12-09--Car gutted in fire on edge of A303 near Hawk Conservancy

FIRE crews rushed to put out a car that was ablaze next to a busy Hampshire road .
The vehicle @ @ @ @ @ the fire , which resulted in one lane of the A303 near the Hawk Conservancy @ @ @ @ @ officers who also attended confirmed that nobody was hurt in the incident , which occurred @ @ @ @ @ .
The car was recovered shortley afterwards .

The vehicle was left completely gutted by the fire, which resulted in one lane of the A303 near the Hawk Conservancy being closed.
Hampshire police officers who also attended confirmed that nobody was hurt in the incident, which occurred at around 6pm last night.
The car was recovered shortley afterwards.


thedailyecho--2020-12-09--Southampton Airport runway plans delayed

A DECISION on controversial plans to extend Southampton Airport ’ s runway has been delayed .
The scheme , which sets our proposals to increase the runway ’ s length by 164m , was set to be determined on December 17 .
But council chiefs have now announced that a decision will not be taken until next year , as new information is set to be submitted by the airport .
A date for a new meeting of the committee is yet to be confirmed , but officials say it will be after a public consultation .
• BA unveils @ @ @ @ @ @ @ destinations across Europe The proposals will be determined by the Eastleigh Local Area Committee at Eastleigh Borough Council .
The news of the delay has sparked mixed reactions among campaigners and county leaders .
It comes as earlier this year airport bosses amended the original plans following a number of public consultations .
Among the changes there were proposals to cap the airport ’ s growth up to three million passengers per year by 2033 .
Airport bosses said the runway extension is “ critical to the survival ” of the airport .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ concerns .
Last week Southampton City Council objected to the plans on the grounds of climate change and noise levels .
Southampton Test MP Alan Whitehead said the city council ’ s response raised questions that need to be clarified before a final decision .
It is not yet known what additional information airport bosses will provide .
But Royston Smith , MP for Southampton Itchen , said : “ But for all concerned I would like to see this question resolved.
” Eastleigh MP Paul Holmes said the decision “ should not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , a member of Airport Expansion Opposition Southampton ( AXO ) said : “ This latest delay shows the airport is panicking following the latest round of questioning.The more scrutiny the airport ’ s expansion plan is exposed to , the weaker it looks.
” Cllr Keith House , council leader in Eastleigh , said : “ We have always supported the Airport and want to do so into the future but that is not a blank cheque given the environmental issues the proposal raises.
” Steve Szalay , operations director at Southampton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ again listened to this feedback and taken into account the changes to the economic position we are operating within , we will refine our application accordingly .
It ’ s important we take on board all feedback to ensure all stakeholders are aligned .
”

The scheme, which sets our proposals to increase the runway’s length by 164m, was set to be determined on December 17.
But council chiefs have now announced that a decision will not be taken until next year, as new information is set to be submitted by the airport.
A date for a new meeting of the committee is yet to be confirmed, but officials say it will be after a public consultation.
The proposals will be determined by the Eastleigh Local Area Committee at Eastleigh Borough Council.
The news of the delay has sparked mixed reactions among campaigners and county leaders.
It comes as earlier this year airport bosses amended the original plans following a number of public consultations.
Among the changes there were proposals to cap the airport’s growth up to three million passengers per year by 2033.
Airport bosses said the runway extension is “critical to the survival” of the airport.
But the revised scheme continued to spark concerns.
Last week Southampton City Council objected to the plans on the grounds of climate change and noise levels.
Southampton Test MP Alan Whitehead said the city council’s response raised questions that need to be clarified before a final decision.
It is not yet known what additional information airport bosses will provide.
But Royston Smith, MP for Southampton Itchen, said: “But for all concerned I would like to see this question resolved.”
Eastleigh MP Paul Holmes said the decision “should not be rushed ”.
But Lyn Brayshaw, a member of Airport Expansion Opposition Southampton (AXO) said: “This latest delay shows the airport is panicking following the latest round of questioning.The more scrutiny the airport’s expansion plan is exposed to, the weaker it looks.”
Cllr Keith House, council leader in Eastleigh, said: “We have always supported the Airport and want to do so into the future but that is not a blank cheque given the environmental issues the proposal raises.”
Steve Szalay, operations director at Southampton Airport, said: “Having once again listened to this feedback and taken into account the changes to the economic position we are operating within, we will refine our application accordingly. It’s important we take on board all feedback to ensure all stakeholders are aligned.”