thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Man seen approaching children in Southampton and Eastleigh

A ‘ SUSPICIOUS ’ man has been seen approaching children in a car .
Police are investigating the series of incidents across Southampton and Eastleigh that were reported between November 17 and November 25 .
Each time , the child involved has described that a man in a car approached them as they were walking , and asked them if they wanted a lift or tried to engage in conversation with them .
Both boys and girls have been approached and no child has got into a vehicle or been hurt in anyway .
Incidents have occurred in the morning @ @ @ @ @ @ @ home after school .
Officers from both Southampton and Eastleigh are working with schools and have increased patrols .
A police spokesperson said : “ We would like to reassure parents that we are taking these reports seriously .
Not every report has been the same and therefore we are looking at all lines of enquiry to identify similarities in the descriptions of the car and man that have been provided.
” Royston Smith , MP for Southampton , Itchen felt the incidents were ‘ very troubling ’ .
He said : “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be extra vigilant .
“ I know the police will be taking a very robust interest in this and will be doing their best to make sure they keep people safe.
” City Councillor , Marley Guthrie said : “ This sort of activity will cause worry , but it is crucial to remain vigilant and for parents and schools to report any encounters their children or pupils have of this nature .
“ Our children should be able to feel safe walking on the streets and any information should be passed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ smallest details can go a long way to ensuring children are not placed in these situations in future .

Police are investigating the series of incidents across Southampton and Eastleigh that were reported between November 17 and November 25.
Each time, the child involved has described that a man in a car approached them as they were walking, and asked them if they wanted a lift or tried to engage in conversation with them.
Both boys and girls have been approached and no child has got into a vehicle or been hurt in anyway.
Incidents have occurred in the morning before school, or on their way home after school.
Officers from both Southampton and Eastleigh are working with schools and have increased patrols.
A police spokesperson said: “We would like to reassure parents that we are taking these reports seriously. Not every report has been the same and therefore we are looking at all lines of enquiry to identify similarities in the descriptions of the car and man that have been provided.”
Royston Smith, MP for Southampton, Itchen felt the incidents were ‘very troubling’.
He said: “I think parents should encourage their children to be extra vigilant.
“I know the police will be taking a very robust interest in this and will be doing their best to make sure they keep people safe.”
Incidents have occurred on:
Newtown Road, Southampton,
Satchell Lane, Hamble-Le-Rice
Wildern Lane, Hedge End
Lower Northam Road, Hedge End
Hamble Lane, Bursledon
Ashley Crescent, Southampton
Sholing Road, Southampton
Middle Road, Southampton
Wakefield Road, Southampton
City Councillor, Marley Guthrie said: “This sort of activity will cause worry, but it is crucial to remain vigilant and for parents and schools to report any encounters their children or pupils have of this nature.
“Our children should be able to feel safe walking on the streets and any information should be passed to the police.
“Even the smallest details can go a long way to ensuring children are not placed in these situations in future.


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--The Southampton landmarks Facebook group misses most

We asked members of Facebook group We grew up in Southampton which lost landmarks they miss the most .
Members were keen to let others know exactly which building from the past they have a particular fondness for .
Below are 11 landmarks members would love to be able to expereince once again : It was Southampton ’ s most unique entertainment venue and ballroom .
With roller discos , skating and even a revolving stage – Top Rank had it all .
Even big names performed sets there such as Jimmy Tarbuck and Roy Castle .
The venue changed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of its life and shut its doors for the last time in 1988 .
The aviary was originally located in Andrews ’ Park near Upper Prospect Place before moving to the north-west corner of the park in 1934 .
Despite protests from the city ’ s residents , the popular attraction was demolished in 1993 .
Many Southampton people will remember with affection the rose garden and fountain that once stood in front of the Civic Centre .
The garden was first laid out in 1934 and boasted twenty-two beds of roses along @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The garden was demolished in the late 1980s to make way for a new road system to help with the increase in traffic in and out of the city .
The fountain was re-located outside the Art Gallery entrance .
Southampton ’ s wooden Royal Pier was built in 1832 and opened by Princess Victoria in 1833 .
The structure would often need repairing and was consequently replaced by a cast iron pier in the 1890s .
The pavilion along with much of the pier was destroyed by a fire in 1987 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ on March 24 , 1962 , when more than 1,000 keen swimmers and guests were in attendance to see then-mayor , Alderman Gladys Barker , perform the cutting .
By 1987 the baths were losing money and underwent a major revamp and rebranding - Centre 2000 was born .
The complex was demolished and The Quays were opened in 1999 .
Southampton Ice Rink was built next to Bannister Stadium and first opened in 1931 .
The 3,000 capacity venue burnt down in 1940 after bit hit during a German air raid and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The venue closed in 1988 , shortly after a refurbishment largely done by members of the community .
The site is now housing .
Home to the Saints for 103 years , The Dell was a bijou venue for top flight football .
Originally it could hold 24,000 spectators and the West Stand , when later reconstructed , was designed by renowned architect Archibald Leitch .
The record attendance at the ground was over 33,000 for Mick Channon ’ s testimonial in 1976 , but through the 80s and 90s , redevelopment restricted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Saints left The Dell for St Mary ’ s in 2001 and new homes and flats were built on the site .
Opened in 1989 , the Bargate Shopping Centre was named after Southampton 's prominent Bargate landmark located nearby .
Crowds once flocked to play games at Sega World , have a ShakeAway or visit one of the many other retailers that called it home .
Facing fierce competition from Westquay and Marlands , Bargate Shopping Centre soon emptied of both shoppers and businesses .
Although all shops had been vacated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't begin on the centre until November 24 , 2017 .
The boating lake has been a feature of Southampton Sports Centre since it opened in 1938 .
Although still present , the lake is very different to the popular family attraction it once was with boats for all to enjoy .
A lack of maintenance and growing restoration costs led to health and safety concerns and its use as a boating lake came to an end .
Southampton 's bus station was opened on January 23 , 1933 by Sir Reginald Ford @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and West Marlands Terrace .
The bus station was closed in 1987 and the site is now occupied by the Marlands shopping centre .
Many Southampton residents have fond memories of grabbing a Plested pie while waiting for the bus .
For many years , this was seen by many as the place to stay in Southampton .
The original attempts to build the luxurious hotel failed when the money ran out in 1773 .
The final hotel to stand on the site was built in the 1930s .
Famous names such as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Morecambe and Wise all stayed at the hotel .
It was vacated in 1997 and demolished two years later to make way for flats which currently sit on the site .

Members were keen to let others know exactly which building from the past they have a particular fondness for.
Below are 11 landmarks members would love to be able to expereince once again:
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1. Top Rank
It was Southampton’s most unique entertainment venue and ballroom.
With roller discos, skating and even a revolving stage – Top Rank had it all.
Even big names performed sets there such as Jimmy Tarbuck and Roy Castle.
The venue changed name to The Mayfair towards the end of its life and shut its doors for the last time in 1988.
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2. The Aviary
The aviary was originally located in Andrews’ Park near Upper Prospect Place before moving to the north-west corner of the park in 1934.
Despite protests from the city’s residents, the popular attraction was demolished in 1993.
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3. Rose Garden
Many Southampton people will remember with affection the rose garden and fountain that once stood in front of the Civic Centre.
The garden was first laid out in 1934 and boasted twenty-two beds of roses along with sixteen trees of various species.
The garden was demolished in the late 1980s to make way for a new road system to help with the increase in traffic in and out of the city.
The fountain was re-located outside the Art Gallery entrance.
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4. Royal Pier
Southampton’s wooden Royal Pier was built in 1832 and opened by Princess Victoria in 1833.
The structure would often need repairing and was consequently replaced by a cast iron pier in the 1890s.
The pavilion along with much of the pier was destroyed by a fire in 1987.
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5. Southampton Central Baths
The £500,000 Southampton Central Baths were opened on March 24, 1962, when more than 1,000 keen swimmers and guests were in attendance to see then-mayor, Alderman Gladys Barker, perform the cutting.
By 1987 the baths were losing money and underwent a major revamp and rebranding - Centre 2000 was born.
The complex was demolished and The Quays were opened in 1999.
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6. Ice Rink
Southampton Ice Rink was built next to Bannister Stadium and first opened in 1931.
The 3,000 capacity venue burnt down in 1940 after bit hit during a German air raid and a new Sportsdrome opened in 1952.
The venue closed in 1988, shortly after a refurbishment largely done by members of the community.
The site is now housing.
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7. The Dell
Home to the Saints for 103 years, The Dell was a bijou venue for top flight football.
Originally it could hold 24,000 spectators and the West Stand, when later reconstructed, was designed by renowned architect Archibald Leitch.
The record attendance at the ground was over 33,000 for Mick Channon’s testimonial in 1976, but through the 80s and 90s, redevelopment restricted the capacity to just 15,200 by 1995.
Saints left The Dell for St Mary’s in 2001 and new homes and flats were built on the site.
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8. Bargate Shopping Centre
Opened in 1989, the Bargate Shopping Centre was named after Southampton's prominent Bargate landmark located nearby.
Crowds once flocked to play games at Sega World, have a ShakeAway or visit one of the many other retailers that called it home.
Facing fierce competition from Westquay and Marlands, Bargate Shopping Centre soon emptied of both shoppers and businesses.
Although all shops had been vacated by mid-April 2013, demolition work didn't begin on the centre until November 24, 2017.
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9. Boating lake at Sports Centre
The boating lake has been a feature of Southampton Sports Centre since it opened in 1938.
Although still present, the lake is very different to the popular family attraction it once was with boats for all to enjoy.
A lack of maintenance and growing restoration costs led to health and safety concerns and its use as a boating lake came to an end.
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10. Hants and Dorset bus station
Southampton's bus station was opened on January 23, 1933 by Sir Reginald Ford and was located on Civic Centre Road and West Marlands Terrace.
The bus station was closed in 1987 and the site is now occupied by the Marlands shopping centre.
Many Southampton residents have fond memories of grabbing a Plested pie while waiting for the bus.
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11. Polygon Hotel
For many years, this was seen by many as the place to stay in Southampton.
The original attempts to build the luxurious hotel failed when the money ran out in 1773.
The final hotel to stand on the site was built in the 1930s.
Famous names such as Muhammad Ali and comedians Tommy Cooper and Morecambe and Wise all stayed at the hotel.
It was vacated in 1997 and demolished two years later to make way for flats which currently sit on the site.


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Can I go to the pub? What Tier 2 rules say

IT 'S a key question after a month stuck inside : Can I grab a pint down the pub ?
Well , with Southampton and Hampshire braced to enter Tier 2 from Wednesday , the answer is thankfully : Yes .
However , there is a catch .
Pubs and bars are only allowed to stay open if they are operating as restaurants .
This means alcohol may only be served with a “ substantial meal.
” What is considered a substantial meal , I hear you ask ?
Well , the Government ’ s defines a substantial meal as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or evening meal ’ .
So , in other terms , a main course - rather than a side or starter .
Can I meet my mate who I do n't live with ?
This is because , under the new Tier 2 laws , you can not meet up with anyone outside either your household or bubble in an indoor setting - be it a public or private place .
So while you can visit a restaurant for a meal with the family or friends you live with , group trips to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hold for now .
Outdoors , household mixing will be permitted in line with the Rule of Six ( maximum of six people ) .
When do pubs need to close ?
Under the new laws , later than before .
The previous 10pm curfew has been extended .
With last orders now at 10pm , and venues required to close from 11pm until at least 5am .

Well, with Southampton and Hampshire braced to enter Tier 2 from Wednesday, the answer is thankfully: Yes.
However, there is a catch.
Pubs and bars are only allowed to stay open if they are operating as restaurants.
This means alcohol may only be served with a “substantial meal.”
What is considered a substantial meal, I hear you ask?
Well, the Government’s defines a substantial meal as ‘a full breakfast, main lunchtime or evening meal’.
So, in other terms, a main course - rather than a side or starter.
Can I meet my mate who I don't live with?
Sadly, no.
This is because, under the new Tier 2 laws, you cannot meet up with anyone outside either your household or bubble in an indoor setting - be it a public or private place.
So while you can visit a restaurant for a meal with the family or friends you live with, group trips to the pub will have to stay on hold for now.
Outdoors, household mixing will be permitted in line with the Rule of Six (maximum of six people).
When do pubs need to close?
Under the new laws, later than before.
The previous 10pm curfew has been extended. With last orders now at 10pm, and venues required to close from 11pm until at least 5am.


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--New Forest store burglaries: Man arrested by police

A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of burglary in relation to incidents in two New Forest towns .
Officers @ @ @ @ @ offences that took place in Ringwood and Fordingbridge .
The incidents , which occurred on @ @ @ @ @ saw Woodgreen Community Store on Hale Road , Fordingbridge , and Aivly Country Store on @ @ @ @ @ .
A spokesman for Hampshire Constabulary said a 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of @ @ @ @ @ custody at this time .
Police confirmed that a 16-year-old boy from Ringwood who had @ @ @ @ @ of burglary had been released under investigation pending further inquiries .

Officers are investigating the series of offences that took place in Ringwood and Fordingbridge.
The incidents, which occurred on Friday, November 20, saw Woodgreen Community Store on Hale Road, Fordingbridge, and Aivly Country Store on Crow Lane, Ringwood targeted.
A spokesman for Hampshire Constabulary said a 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of burglary. He remains in custody at this time.
Police confirmed that a 16-year-old boy from Ringwood who had previously been detained on suspicion of burglary had been released under investigation pending further inquiries.


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--TopShop and Dorothy Perkins owner reported to be near administration

THE owner of TopShop , Burton and Dorothy Perkins is on the verge of going into administration , it has been reported .
Sky News said the Arcadia Group , owned by Sir Philip Green , was set to appoint administrators within days , putting 15,000 jobs at risk .
The chain ’ s Hampshire stores include Dorothy Pekins branches in Eastleigh , Winchester and Fareham , Burton in Eastleigh and TopShop in Whiteley .
It was reported that the process could begin on Monday after failure to agree a £30million cash injection from lenders .
Sky reported that Boohoo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bidders for the TopShop arm of the group if it went into administration .
It is unlikely that Sir Philip would buy back any of the businesses himself , it was reported .
Arcadia has more than 500 shops across the country .
Arcadia said : “ We are aware of the recent media speculation surrounding the future of Arcadia .
“ The forced closure of our stores for sustained periods as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic has had a material impact on trading across our businesses .
“ As a result @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on a number of contingency options to secure the future of the group ’ s brands .
“ The brands continue to trade and our stores will be opening again in England and Republic of Ireland as soon as the government Covid-19 restrictions are lifted next week .
”

Sky News said the Arcadia Group, owned by Sir Philip Green, was set to appoint administrators within days, putting 15,000 jobs at risk.
The chain’s Hampshire stores include Dorothy Pekins branches in Eastleigh, Winchester and Fareham, Burton in Eastleigh and TopShop in Whiteley.
It was reported that the process could begin on Monday after failure to agree a £30million cash injection from lenders.
Sky reported that Boohoo Group would be among the most likely bidders for the TopShop arm of the group if it went into administration.
It is unlikely that Sir Philip would buy back any of the businesses himself, it was reported.
Arcadia has more than 500 shops across the country.
Arcadia said: “We are aware of the recent media speculation surrounding the future of Arcadia.
“The forced closure of our stores for sustained periods as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic has had a material impact on trading across our businesses.
“As a result, the Arcadia boards have been working on a number of contingency options to secure the future of the group’s brands.
“The brands continue to trade and our stores will be opening again in England and Republic of Ireland as soon as the government Covid-19 restrictions are lifted next week.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Marwell Zoo reopening announced as families urged to visit

A zoo has announced its reopening date after being forced to shut because of lockdown .
Marwell Zoo will reopen on December 2 , at the end of the second national lockdown .
The chief executive of the zoo has now urged families to support their vital conservation work by visiting the Hampshire wildlife park this Christmas .
Tickets for December 2 , 3 and 4 , will go on sale Monday .
Tickets will then be released for sale four days ahead only Marwell Zoo ’ s Chief Executive James Cretney , said : “ Even when the zoo @ @ @ @ @ @ @ incredibly high as the responsibility of looking after our animals to the highest standard does not change , so we are of course delighted that we can reopen next week .
“ We ’ re undoubtedly facing our toughest challenge in our nearly 50 year history .
`` Since March we ’ ve lost more than £4million in revenue due to the pandemic and each month it costs us more than £220,000 just to care for our resident animals .
`` We are a charity and our wider conservation work , both here @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to continue . ''

Marwell Zoo will reopen on December 2, at the end of the second national lockdown.
The chief executive of the zoo has now urged families to support their vital conservation work by visiting the Hampshire wildlife park this Christmas.
Tickets for December 2, 3 and 4, will go on sale Monday.
Tickets will then be released for sale four days ahead only
Marwell Zoo’s Chief Executive James Cretney, said: “Even when the zoo is closed, our daily costs remain incredibly high as the responsibility of looking after our animals to the highest standard does not change, so we are of course delighted that we can reopen next week.
“We’re undoubtedly facing our toughest challenge in our nearly 50 year history.
"Since March we’ve lost more than £4million in revenue due to the pandemic and each month it costs us more than £220,000 just to care for our resident animals.
"We are a charity and our wider conservation work, both here in the UK and overseas also needs to continue."


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Southampton man decorates home to fight COVID blues

A MAN from Southampton has ignored claims he ’ s “ getting too old ” for decorations and has covered his house in lights to raise festive cheer .
Subway worker Lee Grant Jenkins , 25 , decided to decorate the home he shares with his dad on King George ’ s Avenue on Tuesday - a week earlier than usual to fight the coronavirus blues .
He said : “ Every year me and my dad do a light display from the 1st December , but I spoke to dad and said ‘ let ’ s do it a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s been a write-off.
” The lights have received an overwhelmingly positive response from neighbours .
Lee said : “ Cars go past slowly and it ’ s nice when you see kids looking at it.
” “ My brothers say I ’ m getting too old for the lights , but I think you ’ re as old as you feel.
” Lee ’ s 63-year-old dad Wayne has diabetes so both went without visitors for four months in order to shield from the virus .
“ We just saw people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
• What is Tier 2 ?
Here are all the restrictions in place from Dec 2 “ In the end I thought even though Christmas is different this year , it ’ s how good you choose to make it .
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Subway worker Lee Grant Jenkins, 25, decided to decorate the home he shares with his dad on King George’s Avenue on Tuesday - a week earlier than usual to fight the coronavirus blues.
He said: “Every year me and my dad do a light display from the 1st December, but I spoke to dad and said ‘let’s do it a week earlier’ because the whole year’s been a write-off.”
The lights have received an overwhelmingly positive response from neighbours.
Lee said: “Cars go past slowly and it’s nice when you see kids looking at it.”
“My brothers say I’m getting too old for the lights, but I think you’re as old as you feel.”
Lee’s 63-year-old dad Wayne has diabetes so both went without visitors for four months in order to shield from the virus.
“We just saw people from the gate, which was hard.
“In the end I thought even though Christmas is different this year, it’s how good you choose to make it.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Where to get a real Christmas tree in Southampton this year

Wondering where you can get a real Christmas tree in Southampton ?
This weekend is the start of Advent which means it 's officially time to get the decorations out and decorate your Christmas tree .
If you ’ re choosing to buy a real tree this year there are a few things you need to know : Why do we decorate Christmas trees ?
Decorating your home with an evergreen fir tree has been a tradition for much longer than you may think .
Christians and Pagans have used the tree to celebrate winter festivals for thousands of years @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tree to decorate their homes during the winter soltice as it made them think of the spring to come .
Christians use it as a sign of everlasting life with God .
When should you put it up ?
Advent officially begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas , this year falling on Sunday , November 29 .
However , there ’ s no right or wrong and if you want to put your tree up before or after Advent then so be it , we think you ’ re allowed to this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ last ?
With proper care , most real Christmas trees should last at least five weeks or more .
That means , if you decorate for Christmas in late November , your tree should survive beyond the holiday festivities .
Where can I get a real Christmas tree in and around Southampton ?
The garden centre and wholesaler at Onslow Road is a great place to choose your next Christmas tree with no-fuss .
Their Nordmann non-drop trees vary in price and size with something for everyone 's budget starting from £20 up @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a one-stop shop for all your Christmas needs with indoor and outdoor decorations .
Freshly cut Christmas trees are available at Allington Nursery and Garden Centre daily , ranging between 6-8ft .
Offering both premium and cheaper alternatives there are fresh trees to suit everyone 's budgets .
The seasonal Christmas Tree store in Fareham has everything you need to get the perfect tree this year .
Prices start at £15 and there a range of varieties including the Norway Spruce , Nordmann Fir and Lodge Pole Pine .
J.W Christmas Tree Supplier @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mile radius , delivery charges apply up to a 15 mile radius of the store .
Available in various locations across the region , see below .
Meon Valley are experts in growing and supplying Nordmann Firs , the iconic trees are known for not dropping needles .
Their trees start at £30 for a 4-5ft Nordmann .
They are the only growers approved to sell at Hampshire Farmer 's Markets across the Petersfield and Alton regions .
If you are unable to get to a farmers market you can contact Meon Valley @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't mind travelling a little further afireld then head to Moors Valley for a truly magical tree-picking experience .
Christmas trees from Moors Valley include Norway Spruce and Nordmann Fir and they help to support sustainable forestry in Britain .
A great day out for all the family , you can enjoy a hot chocolate or even test your knowledge in their free 2020 Christmas Quiz Trail .
There is a one way system in place to browse the trees and you are encourage to pay by contactless where possible .
How do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
 Real Christmas trees can be taken to a Household Waste Recycling Centre for composting .
They can also be put out for collection by the council after Christmas in early January .
Check the council website for Christmas collection arrangements .
How will you be celebrating Christmas this year ?
Let us know in the comments .

This weekend is the start of Advent which means it's officially time to get the decorations out and decorate your Christmas tree.
If you’re choosing to buy a real tree this year there are a few things you need to know:
Why do we decorate Christmas trees?
Decorating your home with an evergreen fir tree has been a tradition for much longer than you may think.
Christians and Pagans have used the tree to celebrate winter festivals for thousands of years.
Pagans used branches of the fir tree to decorate their homes during the winter soltice as it made them think of the spring to come. Christians use it as a sign of everlasting life with God.
When should you put it up?
Advent officially begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas, this year falling on Sunday, November 29.
However, there’s no right or wrong and if you want to put your tree up before or after Advent then so be it, we think you’re allowed to this year especially.
How long do they last?
With proper care, most real Christmas trees should last at least five weeks or more. That means, if you decorate for Christmas in late November, your tree should survive beyond the holiday festivities.
Where can I get a real Christmas tree in and around Southampton?
(Image - Unsplash)
Flower Factory
56 Onslow Road, Southampton, SO14 0JN
The garden centre and wholesaler at Onslow Road is a great place to choose your next Christmas tree with no-fuss.
Their Nordmann non-drop trees vary in price and size with something for everyone's budget starting from £20 up to £125.
The Flower Factory's a one-stop shop for all your Christmas needs with indoor and outdoor decorations.
Opening times:
8.30am - 5pm Monday to Saturday
9am - 3pm Sunday
Allington Nursery and Garden Centre
Fair Oak, Eastleigh SO50 7DD
Freshly cut Christmas trees are available at Allington Nursery and Garden Centre daily, ranging between 6-8ft.
Offering both premium and cheaper alternatives there are fresh trees to suit everyone's budgets.
The premium Nordmann Fir trees start at £39.99.
Opening times:
9am - 5pm Monday to Saturday
10am - 4pm Sunday
J.West Christmas Tree Supplier
St Margaret's Nurseries, St Margaret's Lane, Fareham, PO14 4BL
The seasonal Christmas Tree store in Fareham has everything you need to get the perfect tree this year.
Prices start at £15 and there a range of varieties including the Norway Spruce, Nordmann Fir and Lodge Pole Pine.
J.W Christmas Tree Supplier even offer free delivery within a three mile radius, delivery charges apply up to a 15 mile radius of the store.
Opening times:
9am - 7pm weekdays
9am - 6pm weekends
Meon Valley Christmas Trees
Available in various locations across the region, see below.
Meon Valley are experts in growing and supplying Nordmann Firs, the iconic trees are known for not dropping needles.
Their trees start at £30 for a 4-5ft Nordmann.
They are the only growers approved to sell at Hampshire Farmer's Markets across the Petersfield and Alton regions.
If you are unable to get to a farmers market you can contact Meon Valley directly for collection.
Dates:
Sunday 29th November – Winchester Farmers Market
Sunday 6th December – Romsey Farmers Market
Sunday 6th December – Petersfield Farmers Market
Saturday 12th December – Alton Farmers Market
Sunday 13th December – Winchester Farmers Market
Moors Valley
Moors Valley Country Park, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Ringwood, BH24 2ET
If you don't mind travelling a little further afireld then head to Moors Valley for a truly magical tree-picking experience.
Christmas trees from Moors Valley include Norway Spruce and Nordmann Fir and they help to support sustainable forestry in Britain.
A great day out for all the family, you can enjoy a hot chocolate or even test your knowledge in their free 2020 Christmas Quiz Trail.
There is a one way system in place to browse the trees and you are encourage to pay by contactless where possible.
Opening times:
10am - 4pm daily from December 1 to 16.
How do I dispose of my tree after Christmas?
Real Christmas trees can be taken to a Household Waste Recycling Centre for composting.
They can also be put out for collection by the council after Christmas in early January. Check the council website for Christmas collection arrangements.
How will you be celebrating Christmas this year? Let us know in the comments.


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Three teenagers arrested after attack outside Whiteley shop

THREE teenagers have been arrested after reports of shoplifting and violence .
Police say they have been responding to reports of anti-social behaviour and violence in Whiteley .
At around 5.20pm on November 17 , it was reported that a group of teenagers were acting 'anti-socially ' outside Co-op on Yew Tree Drive .
During this incident , a 17-year-old boy was allegedly assaulted .
On November 19 , police received a report of shoplifting at the same shop .
Three people were arrested in connection with the two incidents .
• A 16-year-old boy from Bursledon , arrested on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , theft from a shop , and possession of a class B drug .
He has been bailed until December 16 .
• An 18-year-old man from Hythe , arrested on suspicion of assault occasioning actual bodily harm , and theft from a shop .
He has been bailed until December 18 .
• A 17-year-old boy from Southampton arrested on suspicion of common assault and theft from a shop .
He remains in custody at this time .
A police spokesperson said : `` Neighbourhood officers have been conducting patrols in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ encourage anyone who has experienced issues with anti-social behaviour or associated crime to report these to us . ''

Police say they have been responding to reports of anti-social behaviour and violence in Whiteley.
At around 5.20pm on November 17, it was reported that a group of teenagers were acting 'anti-socially' outside Co-op on Yew Tree Drive.
During this incident, a 17-year-old boy was allegedly assaulted.
On November 19, police received a report of shoplifting at the same shop.
Three people were arrested in connection with the two incidents.
• A 16-year-old boy from Bursledon, arrested on suspicion of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, theft from a shop, and possession of a class B drug. He has been bailed until December 16.
• An 18-year-old man from Hythe, arrested on suspicion of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, and theft from a shop. He has been bailed until December 18.
• A 17-year-old boy from Southampton arrested on suspicion of common assault and theft from a shop. He remains in custody at this time.
A police spokesperson said: "Neighbourhood officers have been conducting patrols in the Whiteley area, and we continue to encourage anyone who has experienced issues with anti-social behaviour or associated crime to report these to us."


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Silent soldier silhouette decapitated in Hamble church yard

RESIDENTS have taken to social media to voice their anger after a remembrance silhouette in a church yard was vandalised .
The ‘ Silent Soldier ’ figure , is said to have been in the church yard since 2018 and was produced by the Royal British Legion .
Eastleigh Borough Council bought the statues and they were handed out to various parishes to be placed in public spaces .
Now though , residents are angry after the silhouette located at The Priory Church of St Andrew the Apostle on High Street in Hamble-le-Rice , was ‘ decapitated ’ on Tuesday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ A couple of residents have put it on Facebook as they saw the figure had been decapitated .
“ I think it ’ s upset the local village because in Hamble there are strong military connections and it is quite disturbing to see it was literally beheaded .
“ A lot of people have connections with people that fought in the war and turn up for remembrance Sunday so the thought that someone could do this is quite upsetting .
“ It is in an area where people should have respect.
” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the church yard and put it in the church for safe keeping as he said it looked a bit “ unsightly ” now .
A spokesperson from Hamble Parish Council said : “ Naturally residents are very upset with this mindless act of vandalism ; as a result there are plans to replace the damaged sculpture with a new one and in a safer location to avoid further damage.
” Paul Holmes , MP for Eastleigh said : “ Any act of vandalism should be condemned but I am extremely disappointed that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ figure which honours the those who lost their lives in WW1 .
“ I know the individual responsible does not represent the community in Hamble who played an active role in the Remembrance Sunday commemorations just weeks ago .
“ I hope that the Silent Solider can be either repaired or replaced swiftly .
”

The ‘Silent Soldier’ figure, is said to have been in the church yard since 2018 and was produced by the Royal British Legion.
Eastleigh Borough Council bought the statues and they were handed out to various parishes to be placed in public spaces.
Now though, residents are angry after the silhouette located at The Priory Church of St Andrew the Apostle on High Street in Hamble-le-Rice, was ‘decapitated’ on Tuesday.
Vicar, Graham Whiting said: “A couple of residents have put it on Facebook as they saw the figure had been decapitated.
“I think it’s upset the local village because in Hamble there are strong military connections and it is quite disturbing to see it was literally beheaded.
“A lot of people have connections with people that fought in the war and turn up for remembrance Sunday so the thought that someone could do this is quite upsetting.
“It is in an area where people should have respect.”
The vicar has now removed the figure from the church yard and put it in the church for safe keeping as he said it looked a bit “unsightly” now.
A spokesperson from Hamble Parish Council said: “Naturally residents are very upset with this mindless act of vandalism; as a result there are plans to replace the damaged sculpture with a new one and in a safer location to avoid further damage.”
Paul Holmes, MP for Eastleigh said: “Any act of vandalism should be condemned but I am extremely disappointed that someone has chosen damage the Silent Solider figure which honours the those who lost their lives in WW1.
“I know the individual responsible does not represent the community in Hamble who played an active role in the Remembrance Sunday commemorations just weeks ago.
“I hope that the Silent Solider can be either repaired or replaced swiftly.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Drainage engineer Jake Broughton handed suspended sentence for fraud

A ROGUE trader has been handed a suspended prison sentence after being found guilty of defrauding elderly and vulnerable victims across the south .
Drainage engineer Jake Broughton was convicted at Southampton Crown Court following a year-long investigation by the city council 's trading standards department .
Council bosses say the investigators unearthed `` numerous instances of dishonest practice and overcharging '' .
The authority received several complaints via the Citizens Advice Consumer Service about Plumbers 24/7 Ltd , which later changed its name to 24HR Services .
A council spokesperson said an independent drainage expert who gave evidence at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ only £54.16 to clear a blockage within half an hour but had demanded at least £407.33 .
One of the victims was an 88-year-old woman who was too frail to leave her home and gave evidence via a live video link .
Broughton , of Curzon Road , Bournemouth , was found guilty of five offences of fraud .
He was sentenced to nine months in custody , suspended for two years , as well as being told to complete 250 hours of unpaid work .
Judge Nicholas Rowland ordered him to pay @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The daughter of one of his victims , said : `` This engineer treated my mother in a way which caused her a great deal of distress and anxiety .
`` She has since passed away , but this incident remained with her , continually causing her a great deal of stress and worry .
It shook her confidence and she never really recovered .
`` I am pleased that justice has now been done . ''
Lord Toby Harris , chairman of National Trading Standards , added : `` Broughton deliberately misled @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vast and unreasonable sums of money for basic work .
`` We will not tolerate dishonest practices and are committed to safeguarding consumers and honest businesses . ''
Cllr Dave Shields , the city council 's cabinet member for stronger communities , said : “ This is another excellent result for the trading standards teams and will hopefully offer some comfort to the victims . ''
Cllr Shields stressed that the authority would use the full force of the law to protect vulnerable citizens from people who tried to take financial advantage .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Regis , Northampton , Banwell in North Somerset , and Southampton .

Drainage engineer Jake Broughton was convicted at Southampton Crown Court following a year-long investigation by the city council's trading standards department.
Council bosses say the investigators unearthed "numerous instances of dishonest practice and overcharging".
The authority received several complaints via the Citizens Advice Consumer Service about Plumbers 24/7 Ltd, which later changed its name to 24HR Services.
A council spokesperson said an independent drainage expert who gave evidence at the trial said Broughton should have charged only £54.16 to clear a blockage within half an hour but had demanded at least £407.33.
One of the victims was an 88-year-old woman who was too frail to leave her home and gave evidence via a live video link.
Broughton, of Curzon Road, Bournemouth, was found guilty of five offences of fraud.
He was sentenced to nine months in custody, suspended for two years, as well as being told to complete 250 hours of unpaid work. Judge Nicholas Rowland ordered him to pay compensation to the people he defrauded.
The daughter of one of his victims, said: "This engineer treated my mother in a way which caused her a great deal of distress and anxiety.
"She has since passed away, but this incident remained with her, continually causing her a great deal of stress and worry. It shook her confidence and she never really recovered.
"I am pleased that justice has now been done."
Lord Toby Harris, chairman of National Trading Standards, added: "Broughton deliberately misled his victims, pressurising them into paying vast and unreasonable sums of money for basic work.
"We will not tolerate dishonest practices and are committed to safeguarding consumers and honest businesses."
Cllr Dave Shields, the city council's cabinet member for stronger communities, said: “This is another excellent result for the trading standards teams and will hopefully offer some comfort to the victims."
Cllr Shields stressed that the authority would use the full force of the law to protect vulnerable citizens from people who tried to take financial advantage.
Broughton targeted people in Bath, Bognor Regis, Northampton, Banwell in North Somerset, and Southampton.


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Classic car is much loved by its third careful owner

THIS 1969 Morris 1300 Automatic AD016 has a genuine mileage of just 25,000 .
Gary Guthrie from Southampton is the careful third owner in its more than five decades of motoring .
`` I bought the Morris because it was my second car when I was younger .
It 's not bad for a car over 50 years old , '' he told the Daily Echo .
`` It 's my baby and I will never sell it . ''
The classic car enthusiast is also working on a 71 Triumph TR6 Classic , which should be ready next year @ @ @ @ @ @ @ E Type Jaguar .
`` I always wanted a Stag or TR6 , which I have now , but if I win the lottery , I will buy an E Type .
I served an apprenticeship on Jaguars and I always loved the look of the E Type , even when I was a boy . ''
A previous favourite classic car was an MGB Roadster , which Gary absolutely loved .
The petrolhead 's family have always been supportive of his passion for cars .
Gary added : `` They love my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ passed away , also encouraged me to keep buying and doing up classic cars and she loved to learn and watch me .
`` When I was a lad my two brothers , who are only a year apart , had pictures on the bedroom wall of scantily clad ladies .
Not me , I had pictures of Jaguars . ''
Gary , who has driven as far as Monaco in a car but all over Continental Europe for years as an HGV driver , does n't think a car says a lot @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are classy and I am definitely not classy , '' he muses .
The car lover , who is currently resisting any temptation to go electric , likes to visit car shows in his spare time , particularly the events at Petersfield and Fordingbridge .
He enjoys driving some Welsh and Scottish routes .
`` In the UK , I love the road that goes from the M56 to the A55 to Colwyn Bay , North Wales , Beautiful scenery .
And the A75 from Carlisle to Stranraer again has beautiful scenery .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's best-selling car from 1963 to 1966 and from 1968 to 1971 .
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Gary Guthrie from Southampton is the careful third owner in its more than five decades of motoring.
"I bought the Morris because it was my second car when I was younger. It's not bad for a car over 50 years old," he told the Daily Echo. "It's my baby and I will never sell it."
The classic car enthusiast is also working on a 71 Triumph TR6 Classic, which should be ready next year.
But he'd really like an E Type Jaguar.
"I always wanted a Stag or TR6, which I have now, but if I win the lottery, I will buy an E Type. I served an apprenticeship on Jaguars and I always loved the look of the E Type, even when I was a boy."
A previous favourite classic car was an MGB Roadster, which Gary absolutely loved.
The petrolhead's family have always been supportive of his passion for cars.
Gary added: "They love my passion. My wife, who recently passed away, also encouraged me to keep buying and doing up classic cars and she loved to learn and watch me.
"When I was a lad my two brothers, who are only a year apart, had pictures on the bedroom wall of scantily clad ladies. Not me, I had pictures of Jaguars."
Gary, who has driven as far as Monaco in a car but all over Continental Europe for years as an HGV driver, doesn't think a car says a lot about its driver.
"My cars are classy and I am definitely not classy," he muses.
The car lover, who is currently resisting any temptation to go electric, likes to visit car shows in his spare time, particularly the events at Petersfield and Fordingbridge.
He enjoys driving some Welsh and Scottish routes.
"In the UK, I love the road that goes from the M56 to the A55 to Colwyn Bay, North Wales, Beautiful scenery. And the A75 from Carlisle to Stranraer again has beautiful scenery."
The BMC ADO16 range was Britain's best-selling car from 1963 to 1966 and from 1968 to 1971.
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thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Great-great-grandmother to celebrate her 105th birthday after recovering from Covid-19

A GREAT-GREAT-GRANDMOTHER is set to celebrate her 105th birthday next month .
Ivy Kingswell will be celebrating her 105th birthday on December 21 at Cams Ridge Nursing Home , Fareham .
The family are now appealing to the community in the hope of sending her 105 birthday cards to celebrate .
The 42-year-old was worried she would not be able to visit Nan Ivy due to coronavirus restrictions .
Ashleigh said : `` Thankfully she has recovered , we thought we might not be able visit , how can we make her birthday special ?
`` I came up with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ let 's try and get her 105 cards from people . ''
Born in 1915 , she grew up on a farm in Bridgemary .
She has lived through both war worlds where she took on various roles in the war efforts including being a Norland nanny .
She lived in her Fareham home for 53 years before moving to Cams Ridge home where she has been for the last eight years .
Ashleigh said that her great Nan Ivy has found the lockdown difficult .
She added : `` We want to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Since the home went into lockdown with coronavirus , she has deteriorated because she has not been able to see us all the time .
`` Not many people get to 105 , not many people catch coronavirus at that age and survive .
`` To brighten it up for not only her but the staff in the home as well .
`` She 's a very social person and not having other visitors that would always stop and talk to her , she has deteriorated .
`` It would be amazing to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , at that age , to celebrate .
I 'm so fortunate that she is still around .
`` Hopefully people will take their time to send her a card - it will mean so much . ''
`` Any support is brilliant - the staff will get excited if cards start turning up .
Cards should be sent to : Ivy Kingswell at Cams Ridge Nursing Home , 7 Charlemont Dr , Fareham , Hampshire PO16 8RT , UK .

Ivy Kingswell will be celebrating her 105th birthday on December 21 at Cams Ridge Nursing Home, Fareham.
The family are now appealing to the community in the hope of sending her 105 birthday cards to celebrate.
Great-granddaughter Ashleigh Rhys is organising the appeal.
The 42-year-old was worried she would not be able to visit Nan Ivy due to coronavirus restrictions.
Ashleigh said: "Thankfully she has recovered, we thought we might not be able visit, how can we make her birthday special?
"I came up with the idea that she's 105 so let's try and get her 105 cards from people."
Born in 1915, she grew up on a farm in Bridgemary. She has lived through both war worlds where she took on various roles in the war efforts including being a Norland nanny.
She lived in her Fareham home for 53 years before moving to Cams Ridge home where she has been for the last eight years.
Ashleigh said that her great Nan Ivy has found the lockdown difficult.
She added: "We want to brighten the day up for her. Since the home went into lockdown with coronavirus, she has deteriorated because she has not been able to see us all the time.
"Not many people get to 105, not many people catch coronavirus at that age and survive.
"To brighten it up for not only her but the staff in the home as well.
"She's a very social person and not having other visitors that would always stop and talk to her, she has deteriorated.
"It would be amazing to just put a smile on her face, at that age, to celebrate. I'm so fortunate that she is still around.
"Hopefully people will take their time to send her a card - it will mean so much."
"Any support is brilliant - the staff will get excited if cards start turning up.
Cards should be sent to: Ivy Kingswell at Cams Ridge Nursing Home, 7 Charlemont Dr, Fareham, Hampshire PO16 8RT, UK.


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Southampton nurses call on chancellor Rishi Sunak to increase their pay

SOUTHAMPTON nurses are among hundreds in the south east to call on Chancellor Rishi Sunak to increase their pay as part of a spending review this week .
The Royal College of Nursing ( RCN ) wants a 12.5 % pay rise for nurses , claiming members feel “ undervalued ” and that they are being driven out by “ poor pay levels ” .
Mr Sunak is expected to impose a public sector pay freeze in his Spending Review this week , but it is understood NHS nurses and doctors could be exempt .
Across Southampton ’ s three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to their MPs calling for a pay increase in recognition of their work .
The breakdown of letters from RCN members in each constituency from November 23 is : Across the South East , 1,679 RCN members have written to their MPs , as well as 82 non-members .
They help make up the 15,833 who have written to their MP nationally .
The RCN says the Covid-19 pandemic , combined with staffing shortages , has shown the public how deserving nurses are of “ fair pay ” .
NHS figures for June @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nurses in the South East was 11 % , up from 9.9 % in March .
The RCN , which wants the 12.5 % pay rise for all nursing staff , is holding a virtual rally in support of its Fair Pay for Nursing campaign .
Chief executive and general secretary Dame Donna Kinnair said : “ There isn ’ t an MP across the UK who can say they haven ’ t heard of our aim .
“ The sheer numbers of people who have written , asking for politicians ’ support @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the public holds nursing staff .
“ Even though nursing staff have tackled a global pandemic with 50,000 nursing vacancies in the NHS across the UK , the Government continues to undervalue them .
“ It can ’ t hope to fill staffing shortages with our current poor pay levels .
“ The Chancellor must make the right decision.
” On Sunday , Mr Sunak hinted he could impose a public sector pay freeze as part of his spending review by arguing it would be “ entirely reasonable ” to consider pay policy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pandemic .
Treasury sources have suggested that pay for NHS staff , including nurses and doctors , will be dealt with separately .
Mr Sunak also said £3 billion has been earmarked to support the NHS in recovering from the pandemic , including money to address backlogs caused by Covid-19 .

The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) wants a 12.5% pay rise for nurses, claiming members feel “undervalued” and that they are being driven out by “poor pay levels”.
Mr Sunak is expected to impose a public sector pay freeze in his Spending Review this week, but it is understood NHS nurses and doctors could be exempt.
Across Southampton’s three constituencies, 109 RCN members have written to their MPs calling for a pay increase in recognition of their work.
The breakdown of letters from RCN members in each constituency from November 23 is:
l Southampton, Test: 54
l Southampton, Itchen: 29
l Romsey and Southampton North: 26
Across the South East, 1,679 RCN members have written to their MPs, as well as 82 non-members.
They help make up the 15,833 who have written to their MP nationally.
The RCN says the Covid-19 pandemic, combined with staffing shortages, has shown the public how deserving nurses are of “fair pay”.
NHS figures for June this year show the vacancy rate for nurses in the South East was 11%, up from 9.9% in March.
The RCN, which wants the 12.5% pay rise for all nursing staff, is holding a virtual rally in support of its Fair Pay for Nursing campaign.
Chief executive and general secretary Dame Donna Kinnair said: “There isn’t an MP across the UK who can say they haven’t heard of our aim.
“The sheer numbers of people who have written, asking for politicians’ support, shows the high esteem in which the public holds nursing staff.
“Even though nursing staff have tackled a global pandemic with 50,000 nursing vacancies in the NHS across the UK, the Government continues to undervalue them.
“It can’t hope to fill staffing shortages with our current poor pay levels.
“The Chancellor must make the right decision.”
On Sunday, Mr Sunak hinted he could impose a public sector pay freeze as part of his spending review by arguing it would be “entirely reasonable” to consider pay policy in an economy ravaged by the coronavirus pandemic.
Treasury sources have suggested that pay for NHS staff, including nurses and doctors, will be dealt with separately.
Mr Sunak also said £3 billion has been earmarked to support the NHS in recovering from the pandemic, including money to address backlogs caused by Covid-19.


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Letter - Airport is a huge asset for city and it needs the new runway

The aviation industry has had its most challenging year ever .
Southampton Airport has been hit hard and jobs have already been lost .
The demise of Flybe in March was a devastating blow .
It is no surprise that passenger numbers were down by 83 % between March and August .
Without a runway extension the airport may simply not survive .
Southampton Airport ’ s short runway means that the airport has limited prospects without Flybe .
Remaining passenger aircraft can ’ t always take a full load of passengers because the runway isn ’ t long enough @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of one and a half football pitches would secure the airport ’ s future by allowing the aircraft which already use the airport to fly further .
With a longer runway , the airport could replace its lost passengers with fewer flights flown by more efficient aircraft .
I spent decades as an aircraft engineer and specialised in propulsion .
The modern aircraft which an extended runway could safely serve will bear no comparison to today ’ s aircraft .
New planes are significantly quieter and greener .
Last month a company called @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hydrogen powered flight by a commercial sized aircraft .
In the next few years near silent hydrogen powered aircraft could be using our city ’ s airport – emitting only water vapour from their engines .
Southampton Airport is a huge asset for the city .
It provides employment for hundreds .
The airport puts our city on the map , providing the connections which attract much needed business and investment .
We must ensure it survives to secure Southampton ’ s future success .

Southampton Airport’s short runway means that the airport has limited prospects without Flybe. Remaining passenger aircraft can’t always take a full load of passengers because the runway isn’t long enough. A small extension – the size of one and a half football pitches would secure the airport’s future by allowing the aircraft which already use the airport to fly further.
With a longer runway, the airport could replace its lost passengers with fewer flights flown by more efficient aircraft. I spent decades as an aircraft engineer and specialised in propulsion. The modern aircraft which an extended runway could safely serve will bear no comparison to today’s aircraft. New planes are significantly quieter and greener. Last month a company called ZeroAvia performed the world’s first hydrogen powered flight by a commercial sized aircraft. In the next few years near silent hydrogen powered aircraft could be using our city’s airport – emitting only water vapour from their engines.
Southampton Airport is a huge asset for the city. It provides employment for hundreds. The airport puts our city on the map, providing the connections which attract much needed business and investment. We must ensure it survives to secure Southampton’s future success.
Royston Smith MP
Southampton Itchen


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--More work with cruise ships after SMS Group moves to Port of Southampton

A SHIP repairer has been doing more work with the cruise industry despite the Covid crisis .
The SMS Group recently moved its local base , making it the only ship repairer based in the Port of Southampton .
It has supported a dozen vessels in one month from its site at Western Avenue , within the footprint of ABP Southampton and next to the King George V dry dock .
The move helped bring in cruise-related revenue for the business , which specialises in ship repair , marine engineering and major fabrication projects in the commercial marine , defence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Warren , the firm ’ s commercial director , said : “ Cruise is so important to our business .
“ Our head of interiors Dan Lockyer and his team lead our fit out and marine refurbishment business .
Ben Rowe and Dave Chaffers support the ships ’ engineering requirements and from the same site in Southampton our sister company Global Services manages the vessels ’ procurement and supply needs .
“ The provision of ‘ ride on squads ’ across both our engineering business and out fit business has enabled us to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ Short , sharp port calls have allowed us to demob and remob quickly , and efficiently , to the benefit of all our cruise customers .
“ Our focus on longer-term relationships and the ‘ lifetime ’ value of customers ensures that we price correctly and deliver the very best service .
This month alone we ’ ve attended over a dozen ships within the port.
” Dan Lockyer , head of interiors , said : “ Changes in the cruise sector have presented an obvious challenge , but we , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ executive Arnold Donald , remain cautiously optimistic .
“ Our pipeline is very strong , our network is growing daily and perhaps more importantly our forward order book looks genuinely healthy .
“ A big win for us has been the ‘ ride on squads ’ .
They ’ re lower revenue but allow our customers to make the most of both their budgets and capacity onboard .
“ Our short-term future is focused on smaller packages of work , but very soon we hope to see a meaningful recovery .
Both universal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recovers quickly.
” The SMS Group will be investing in both the fabrication workshop and the new mechanical workshop .
It will invest in offices and add capacity for the fit out and marine refurbishment team .

The SMS Group recently moved its local base, making it the only ship repairer based in the Port of Southampton.
It has supported a dozen vessels in one month from its site at Western Avenue, within the footprint of ABP Southampton and next to the King George V dry dock.
The move helped bring in cruise-related revenue for the business, which specialises in ship repair, marine engineering and major fabrication projects in the commercial marine, defence, cruise and superyachts sectors.
Nicholas Warren, the firm’s commercial director, said: “Cruise is so important to our business.
“Our head of interiors Dan Lockyer and his team lead our fit out and marine refurbishment business. Ben Rowe and Dave Chaffers support the ships’ engineering requirements and from the same site in Southampton our sister company Global Services manages the vessels’ procurement and supply needs.
“The provision of ‘ride on squads’ across both our engineering business and out fit business has enabled us to capitalise on our unique position in Southampton.
“Short, sharp port calls have allowed us to demob and remob quickly, and efficiently, to the benefit of all our cruise customers.
“Our focus on longer-term relationships and the ‘lifetime’ value of customers ensures that we price correctly and deliver the very best service. This month alone we’ve attended over a dozen ships within the port.”
Dan Lockyer, head of interiors, said: “Changes in the cruise sector have presented an obvious challenge, but we, in line with the Carnival Corporation chief executive Arnold Donald, remain cautiously optimistic.
“Our pipeline is very strong, our network is growing daily and perhaps more importantly our forward order book looks genuinely healthy.
“A big win for us has been the ‘ride on squads’. They’re lower revenue but allow our customers to make the most of both their budgets and capacity onboard.
“Our short-term future is focused on smaller packages of work, but very soon we hope to see a meaningful recovery. Both universal testing and vaccines will ensure the industry recovers quickly.”
The SMS Group will be investing in both the fabrication workshop and the new mechanical workshop. It will invest in offices and add capacity for the fit out and marine refurbishment team.


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--LETTER - Wrong to cut aid budget

LETTER - Wrong to cut aid budget

Rishi Sunak was wrong to cut the UK budget for overseas aid , from 0.7 % to 0.5 % of @ @ @ @ @ Baroness Sugg has resigned in protest .
Whilst the Archbishop of Canterbury , and former @ @ @ @ @ Blair and David Cameron , have also spoken out .
Covid and Brexit may have @ @ @ @ @ , but Britain is still a wealthy country .
The UK overseas aid budget saves @ @ @ @ @ be proud of the contribution we make to helping poorer nations and their citizens .
@ @ @ @ @ move many more children will die of preventable diseases , and Britain ’ s strong @ @ @ @ @ fortunate than ourselves will be put at risk .
I hope that Southampton ’ s @ @ @ @ @ everything they can to oppose this shameful and immoral decision .

Foreign Office Minister Baroness Sugg has resigned in protest. Whilst the Archbishop of Canterbury, and former Prime Minister’s Tony Blair and David Cameron, have also spoken out.
Covid and Brexit may have seriously damaged the UK economy, but Britain is still a wealthy country. The UK overseas aid budget saves lives, and we should be proud of the contribution we make to helping poorer nations and their citizens.
As a result of this move many more children will die of preventable diseases, and Britain’s strong record on helping those less fortunate than ourselves will be put at risk.
I hope that Southampton’s MP’s will do everything they can to oppose this shameful and immoral decision.
Jon Walters
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--LETTER - Priti Patel should be commended for her apology

Editor - Priti Patel should be mightily commended for her wholehearted and repentant apology .
We live in a sin @ @ @ @ @ happened in the Garden of Eden and Priti is no different .
What her repentant @ @ @ @ @ has standards and even though the world in which we live allowed her to fall @ @ @ @ @ work as Home Secretary over the last year has been second to none .
The @ @ @ @ @ in for her from day one .
Except , where as Theresa May and other @ @ @ @ @ did exactly what “ Humphrey ” advised , our Priti showed them who is boss @ @ @ @ @ Patel because he or she who blesses Israel just like Priti did before the mandarins @ @ @ @ @ time will receive God ’ s blessing and the fact that she remains the best @ @ @ @ @ is a testimony to just that .
Keep up the great work Priti - I @ @ @ @ @

We live in a sin sick world because of what happened in the Garden of Eden and Priti is no different.
What her repentant apology proves is that Priti has standards and even though the world in which we live allowed her to fall below them, her other work as Home Secretary over the last year has been second to none.
The civil service have had it in for her from day one.
Except, where as Theresa May and other previous holders of the portfolio did exactly what “Humphrey” advised, our Priti showed them who is boss.
May God bless Priti Patel because he or she who blesses Israel just like Priti did before the mandarins poked their noses in first time will receive God’s blessing and the fact that she remains the best Home Secretary in a generation is a testimony to just that.
Keep up the great work Priti - I for one love you!
Geoffrey Brooking
Havant


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Bursledon Road in Southampton closed after crash

Bursledon Road is currently shut at the near the junction with Ruby Road following the incident , which happened at @ @ @ @ @ are at the scene .
Burseldon Road near to Ruby Road , road has been @ @ @ @ @ accident .
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thedailyecho--2020-11-27--'Police incident' blocks M271 in Southampton

A POLICE incident was blocking traffic on the M271 in Southampton .
Officers blocked a part of the motorway following @ @ @ @ @ welfare of a woman in the area .
The road has now reopened .
A @ @ @ @ @ : `` We are currently responding to a call relating to the concern for the @ @ @ @ @ and traffic has been held while officers attend . ''
All northbound traffic has been @ @ @ @ @ at junction 1 following the incident , which happened at about 3.45pm .
A traffic @ @ @ @ @ Romanse shows tailbacks in both directions on the road , with traffic buidling back onto @ @ @ @ @ on the M27 westbound .

Officers blocked a part of the motorway following calls of concerns for the welfare of a woman in the area.
The road has now reopened.
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said: "We are currently responding to a call relating to the concern for the welfare of a woman there and traffic has been held while officers attend."
All northbound traffic has been halted on the northbound carriageway at junction 1 following the incident, which happened at about 3.45pm.
A traffic map by travel information service Romanse shows tailbacks in both directions on the road, with traffic buidling back onto Redbridge Causeway heading east and on the M27 westbound.


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Latest Covid figures for Hampshire and Southampton: November 27

A FURTHER 192 positive coronavirus cases have been recorded in Hampshire .
Public Health England figures - as recorded on @ @ @ @ @ 6.13pm today ( November 27 ) - show that 192 more people have tested positive @ @ @ @ @ 24 hour period .
The figures come 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 in the 24 hours : • Basingstoke and @ @ @ @ @ cases since the start of pandemic )

Public Health England figures - as recorded on the Government website as of 6.13pm today (November 27) - show that 192 more people have tested positive for the virus in a 24 hour period.
The figures come 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 in the 24 hours:


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Coronavirus: Five more deaths recorded across Hampshire

FIVE further coronavirus deaths have been recorded across Hampshire in the last 24 hours .
Data released by NHS England @ @ @ @ @ 27 ) shows that five more people with coronavirus have died in county hospitals .
@ @ @ @ @ has been a total of 736 deaths since the start of the pandemic .
At @ @ @ @ @ coronavirus deaths were recorded in the last 24 hours , bringing the Trust 's death @ @ @ @ @ Two deaths were recorded at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - bringing the death toll @ @ @ @ @ other deaths were recorded across the county 's other Trusts .
University Hospital Southampton NHS @ @ @ @ @ coronavirus deaths since the start of the pandemic .
There have been at total of @ @ @ @ @ Trust and 21 deaths recorded at Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust .

Data released by NHS England at 2pm today (November 27) shows that five more people with coronavirus have died in county hospitals.
Across the county, there has been a total of 736 deaths since the start of the pandemic.
At Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust three coronavirus deaths were recorded in the last 24 hours, bringing the Trust's death toll up to 280.
Two deaths were recorded at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - bringing the death toll up to 205.
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.
There have been at total of three deaths at Solent NHS Trust and 21 deaths recorded at Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust.


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Police in Southampton search train tracks in murder probe

Police have today been carrying out searches by railway tracks in Southampton as part of an ongoing murder investigation into a missing woman .
Joanne Sheen , 44 , was last seen travelling from Fareham , back to Southampton , with a friend on Thursday , December 5 last year .
In November , a 53-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder in connection with the case and was released under investigation .
Police were seen searching both sides of the train tracks by the level crossing on Mount Pleasant Road , Southampton today in relation to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sheen 27/11/20 Four other people were previously arrested and released under investigation .
Officers were today seen combing the area next to tracks at the level crossing on Mount Pleasant Road near to Mount Pleasant Industrial Estate in relation to the case .
Police were seen searching both sides of the train tracks by the level crossing on Mount Pleasant Road , Southampton today in relation to a murder investigation involving missing woman Joanne Sheen 27/11/20 A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` I can confirm officers are searching this area as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ murder of Joanne Sheen . ''
Anyone with information which could help police in their enquiries is advised to call 101 , quoting Operation Blackboard .
Information can also be given anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 .

Joanne Sheen, 44, was last seen travelling from Fareham, back to Southampton, with a friend on Thursday, December 5 last year.
In November, a 53-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder in connection with the case and was released under investigation.
Police were seen searching both sides of the train tracks by the level crossing on Mount Pleasant Road, Southampton today in relation to a murder investigation involving missing woman Joanne Sheen 27/11/20
Four other people were previously arrested and released under investigation.
Officers were yesterday seen combing the area next to tracks at the level crossing on Mount Pleasant Road near to Mount Pleasant Industrial Estate in relation to the case.
Police were seen searching both sides of the train tracks by the level crossing on Mount Pleasant Road, Southampton today in relation to a murder investigation involving missing woman Joanne Sheen 27/11/20
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "I can confirm officers are searching this area as part of our ongoing enquiries into the murder of Joanne Sheen."
Anyone with information which could help police in their enquiries is advised to call 101, quoting Operation Blackboard.
Information can also be given anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Moss Bros seeks help from landlords after being "severely" hit by pandemic

FORMAL menswear shop Moss Bros is seeking help from landlords after trading was “ severely ” hit by Covid-19 .
The retailer was blighted by closures , wedding cancellations and decreased demand for office clothing .
It has around 800 staff at 128 stores including branches at Southampton , Winchester and Whiteley .
It has launched a company voluntary arrangement ( CVA ) , run by KPMG , to reduce rents and protect the future of the business .
Brian Brick , chief executive officer of the retailer , said the group traded “ robustly versus last year ” prior @ @ @ @ @ @ @ retail environment .
He said the group reduced costs and furloughed staff “ in order to survive the first lockdown ” .
Moss Bros was acquired by Crew Clothing owner Brigadier , for £22.6million in June , after the Takeover Panel stopped the buyer from pulling out of an agreement as the coronavirus pandemic worsened .
Mr Brick said the company had seen a “ glimmer of hope ” as it began to re-open stores over the summer but still suffered as “ trading was severely impacted , footfall was extremely low and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ year ” .
He added : “ With the introduction of further lockdown measures and with the outlook for trading remaining depressed , the group now faces no alternative but to try and limit our fixed costs and we have therefore made the tough but essential decision to undertake a CVA in order to protect the future of our business and people .
“ I am extremely grateful for the support and understanding of our staff in the stores , distribution centre and head office , as well as our shareholders , landlords @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the restructuring process to safeguard our business and protect jobs .
“ This , as always , remains our primary focus.
” Will Wright , partner at KPMG and joint nominee of the CVA , said : “ Restrictions on large gatherings have had a savage impact on Moss Bros and without taking further action the situation facing the company is perilous .
“ The CVA proposals put forward today seeks to strike a fair compromise for creditors , while providing the business with the lifeline it needs to be able to @ @ @ @ @ @

The retailer was blighted by closures, wedding cancellations and decreased demand for office clothing.
It has around 800 staff at 128 stores including branches at Southampton, Winchester and Whiteley.
It has launched a company voluntary arrangement (CVA), run by KPMG, to reduce rents and protect the future of the business.
Brian Brick, chief executive officer of the retailer, said the group traded “robustly versus last year” prior to the pandemic, despite a challenging retail environment.
He said the group reduced costs and furloughed staff “in order to survive the first lockdown”.
Moss Bros was acquired by Crew Clothing owner Brigadier, for £22.6million in June, after the Takeover Panel stopped the buyer from pulling out of an agreement as the coronavirus pandemic worsened.
Mr Brick said the company had seen a “glimmer of hope” as it began to re-open stores over the summer but still suffered as “trading was severely impacted, footfall was extremely low and sales were substantially down on the previous year”.
He added: “With the introduction of further lockdown measures and with the outlook for trading remaining depressed, the group now faces no alternative but to try and limit our fixed costs and we have therefore made the tough but essential decision to undertake a CVA in order to protect the future of our business and people.
“I am extremely grateful for the support and understanding of our staff in the stores, distribution centre and head office, as well as our shareholders, landlords, suppliers and customers as we proceed with the restructuring process to safeguard our business and protect jobs.
“This, as always, remains our primary focus.”
Will Wright, partner at KPMG and joint nominee of the CVA, said: “Restrictions on large gatherings have had a savage impact on Moss Bros and without taking further action the situation facing the company is perilous.
“The CVA proposals put forward today seeks to strike a fair compromise for creditors, while providing the business with the lifeline it needs to be able to emerge from the crisis.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-27--Cigarettes and cash stolen from Hedge End convenience store

CIGARETTES and cash have been stolen from a convenience store .
Police were called at 2.34am yesterday morning to reports @ @ @ @ @ Welcome Co-Op store on Fair Oak Road , Hedge End .
Officers say that a @ @ @ @ @ were stolen along with some cash .
A police spokesperson said : `` If anyone @ @ @ @ @ the incident they are asked to call 101 , quoting 44200457220 . ''

Police were called at 2.34am yesterday morning to reports of a burglary at the Welcome Co-Op store on Fair Oak Road, Hedge End.
Officers say that a 'large quantity' of cigarettes were stolen along with some cash.
Police enquiries are ongoing.
A police spokesperson said: "If anyone has any information relating to the incident they are asked to call 101, quoting 44200457220."


thedailyecho--2020-11-28--COVID: Map shows no 'hotspots' in Hampshire

NO 'HOTSPOTS ' have been identified in Hampshire , according to an interactive map on the government website .
A 'hotspot ' is an area where infection rates are more than 400 per 100,000 people .
However , several areas are close to becoming one , incuding New Alresford near Winchester .
The area has a seven-day rolling rate of 342.7 .
The rate is calculated by dividing the seven-day count by area population and multiplying it by 100,000 .
According to the map , the area has recorded 29 new cases in the seven days up to November 22 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ new cases recorded as the week before .
The dark blue sections in the map show areas that have an infection rate of between 201-400 .
The map uses data from Public Health England to show potential virus `` hotspots '' in the country .
It is divided into Middle Super Output Areas ( MSOAs ) , which are areas with an average population of 7,200 .
The map - which is updated weekly - colour-codes MSOAs depending on their seven day rolling rate , with areas placed into the boundaries of 0-10 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 201-400 and 400 plus .
Other areas with a case rate between 201 and 400

A 'hotspot' is an area where infection rates are more than 400 per 100,000 people.
However, several areas are close to becoming one, incuding New Alresford near Winchester.
The area has a seven-day rolling rate of 342.7. The rate is calculated by dividing the seven-day count by area population and multiplying it by 100,000.
According to the map, the area has recorded 29 new cases in the seven days up to November 22 - which is the same number of new cases recorded as the week before.
The dark blue sections in the map show areas that have an infection rate of between 201-400.
The map uses data from Public Health England to show potential virus "hotspots" in the country.
It is divided into Middle Super Output Areas (MSOAs), which are areas with an average population of 7,200.
The map - which is updated weekly - colour-codes MSOAs depending on their seven day rolling rate, with areas placed into the boundaries of 0-10, 11-50, 51-100, 101-200, 201-400 and 400 plus.
Other areas with a case rate between 201 and 400
Southampton
Freemantle. 17 cases, 212.2 rate.
Shirely Warren. 16 cases, 226.9 rate.
Rest of Hampshire


thedailyecho--2020-11-28--Hundreds of fires started deliberately in Hampshire during the first coronavirus lockdown

HUNDREDS of fires caused by arson and bonfires were started deliberately in Hampshire during the first coronavirus lockdown , new figures have revealed .
Data from the Home Office has shown that Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service responded to 475 deliberate fires between April and June – an increase of 91 per cent on the 249 between January and March .
The figures include all fires thought or suspected to be intentional , including arson , and others such as bonfires and grassfires .
The figures have been met with concern from a Hampshire MP who said they have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the lives of firefighters and the public are `` in danger '' .
The figures have revealed that the fires resulted in four non-fatal casualties , of which two patients required hospital treatment .
Nationally , 239 non-fatal casualties from deliberate fires were recorded between April and June – along with eight deaths .
Fire and rescue services across England attended more than 20,000 deliberate fires during these three months , during which the toughest Covid-19 restrictions were imposed .
This was over 50 per cent more than they attended between January and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when firefighters were delivering food and medicine and giving support to the police and ambulance services .
MP for Southampton Itchen , Royston Smith , who was on the Hampshire Fire and Rescue Authority for 15 years and chairman for six , said : `` The sort of people who would do this leave me speechless .
`` They are putting fire fighter 's and the public ’ s lives in danger and diverting resources away from where they should be .
`` I am sure some of the people involved would claim @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unacceptable and even more so during a pandemic . ''
Fire crews in Hampshire also had to deal with 801 non-fire incidents between April and June .
• Spate of arson attacks slammed as 'life-threatening and needless' Most commonly , the Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service attended entry or exit call-outs , which include assisting other emergency services in gaining access to a property , on 207 occasions .
The Home Office said it was grateful for the tireless efforts of firefighters across the country , particularly for their bravery and commitment during @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ Deliberate fires needlessly waste firefighters ’ precious time and resources and enforcement action can be taken against those responsible . ''
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service and Hampshire Police were approached by the Daily Echo for a comment on the figures but they did not respond .

Data from the Home Office has shown that Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service responded to 475 deliberate fires between April and June – an increase of 91 per cent on the 249 between January and March.
The figures include all fires thought or suspected to be intentional, including arson, and others such as bonfires and grassfires.
The figures have been met with concern from a Hampshire MP who said they have been left "speechless", adding that the lives of firefighters and the public are "in danger".
The figures have revealed that the fires resulted in four non-fatal casualties, of which two patients required hospital treatment.
Nationally, 239 non-fatal casualties from deliberate fires were recorded between April and June – along with eight deaths.
Fire and rescue services across England attended more than 20,000 deliberate fires during these three months, during which the toughest Covid-19 restrictions were imposed.
This was over 50 per cent more than they attended between January and March, and coincided with a period when firefighters were delivering food and medicine and giving support to the police and ambulance services.
MP for Southampton Itchen, Royston Smith, who was on the Hampshire Fire and Rescue Authority for 15 years and chairman for six, said: "The sort of people who would do this leave me speechless.
"They are putting fire fighter's and the public’s lives in danger and diverting resources away from where they should be.
"I am sure some of the people involved would claim to be bored but this is completely unacceptable and even more so during a pandemic."
Fire crews in Hampshire also had to deal with 801 non-fire incidents between April and June.
Most commonly, the Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service attended entry or exit call-outs, which include assisting other emergency services in gaining access to a property, on 207 occasions.
The Home Office said it was grateful for the tireless efforts of firefighters across the country, particularly for their bravery and commitment during this pandemic.
A spokesman said: “Deliberate fires needlessly waste firefighters’ precious time and resources and enforcement action can be taken against those responsible."
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service and Hampshire Police were approached by the Daily Echo for a comment on the figures but they did not respond.


thedailyecho--2020-11-28--Coronavirus November 28: More than 200 new cases in Hampshire

A FURTHER 200 new positive cases have been recorded in Hampshire .
Public Health England figures - as recorded on @ @ @ @ @ that , as of 4pm today , 214 more people have tested positive for the @ @ @ @ @ period .
The figures come as testing increases across the county .
The health body @ @ @ @ @ tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests , which @ @ @ @ @ PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government 's mass testing @ @ @ @ @ confirmed cases by local authority in the 24 hours to 4pm on November 28 .
@ @ @ @ @ 16 ( 2,366 in total since start of pandemic )

Public Health England figures - as recorded on the Government website - show that, as of 4pm today, 214 more people have tested positive for the virus in a 24 hour period.
The figures come as testing increases across the county.
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests, which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government's mass testing programme.
Below are the confirmed cases by local authority in the 24 hours to 4pm on November 28.


thedailyecho--2020-11-28--November 28: Confirmed Covid cases in Hampshire schools this week

CORONAVIRUS cases have been confirmed at a further 34 Hampshire schools over the last week .
People who have been @ @ @ @ @ affected students and staff will have been contacted by the schools to be told to @ @

People who have been in close contact with the affected students and staff will have been contacted by the schools to be told to isolate.
This list covers schools under the remit of Hampshire County Council as well as cases from Southampton that the Echo has been made aware of. Independent schools have not been included.
Below is a list of all the Hampshire schools with at least one recorded case in the past week:
November 23
Bishopswood (Infant) - Basingstoke & Deane
Selborne CE (Primary) - East Hampshire
Steep CE (Primary) - East Hampshire
Baron Peveril (College) - Eastleigh
Crestwood (Secondary) - Eastleigh
Crescent (Primary) - Eastleigh
Hawley (Primary) - Hart
Park Community (Secondary) - Havant
Padnell (Junior) - Havant
The Eaglewood (Special) - New Forest
Henry Tyndale (Special) - Rushmoor
West Meon CE (Primary) - Winchester
November 24
Coppice Spring (Special) - Basingstoke & Deane
Chawton CE (Primary) - East Hampshire
Bay House (Secondary) - Gosport
Oak Lodge (Special) - New Forest
Knights Entham (Junior) - Test Valley
Wellow (Primary) - Test Valley
November 25
Cranbourne Business & Enterprise College (Secondary) - Basingstoke & Deane
Herne (Junior) - East Hampshire
Castle (Primary) - Fareham
Rowner (Infant) - Gosport
Brockhurst (Primary) - Gosport
Frogmore (Infant) - Hart
Riders (Infant) - Havant
Riders (Junior) - Havant
Pinewood (Infant) - Rushmoor
Braishfield (Primary) - Test Valley
November 26
Marnel Community (Infant) - Basingstoke & Deane
The Priory (Primary) - Basingstoke & Deane
Fairfields (Primary) - Basingstoke & Deane
Four Lanes (Infant) - Basingstoke & Deane
Hatch Warren (Junior) - Basingstoke & Deane
Whitchurch CE (Primary) - Basingstoke & Deane
Swanmore College (Secondary) - Eastleigh
Greenfield (Junior) -Hart
November 27
No cases recorded by schools


thedailyecho--2020-11-28--Covid updates as Southampton and Bournemouth set to enter Tier 2

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thedailyecho--2020-11-28--'You must leave pub after finishing meal' says Gov on Tier 2 rules

Drinkers visiting pubs in Hampshire and Southampton will have to leave the premises once they have finished their food , the Government has said .
Under the new post-lockdown guidance , pubs in Tier 2 areas can only stay open if they can function as a restaurant and alcohol can only be served with a substantial meal .
• What is Tier 2 ?
Here are all the restrictions in place from Dec 2 • How likely is it for Hampshire to come out of Tier 2 ?
The Prime Minister ’ s official spokesman , asked how long drinkers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a substantial meal , said : “ We ’ ve been clear that , in Tier 2 I believe , that you need to have a substantial meal if ordering any alcohol and it remains the case that the guidance says that once the meal is finished , it is at that point.
” • Can I grab a pint down the pub ?
And can my mate come ?
What the Tier 2 rules say On Thursday it was announced that the region will be moved from Tier 1 : Medium Alert @ @ @ @ @ @ @ when the national lockdown ends on Wednesday .

Under the new post-lockdown guidance, pubs in Tier 2 areas can only stay open if they can function as a restaurant and alcohol can only be served with a substantial meal.
The Prime Minister’s official spokesman, asked how long drinkers can stay in the pub after purchasing a substantial meal, said: “We’ve been clear that, in Tier 2 I believe, that you need to have a substantial meal if ordering any alcohol and it remains the case that the guidance says that once the meal is finished, it is at that point.”
On Thursday it was announced that the region will be moved from Tier 1: Medium Alert, to Tier 2: High Alert when the national lockdown ends on Wednesday.


thedailyecho--2020-11-28--Covid: Two deaths registered in Hampshire hospitals

TWO CORONAVIRUS deaths have been registered at hospitals in Hampshire in the last 24 hours .
One patient has died @ @ @ @ @ , taking their total to 207 .
Whereas another death at Portsmouth Hospital has seen @ @ @ @ @ .
As no deaths were reported at the Southern NHS Trust , the Solent NHS @ @ @ @ @ NHS Trust , their total number of Covid-19 deaths remain at three , 21 and @ @ @ @ @ number to die with coronavirus in Hampshire hospitals since the start of the pandemic is @ @ @ @ @ NHS England today reveal a further 58 coronavirus deaths have been registered in hospitals in @ @ @ @ @ since the start of the pandemic to 40,197 .
All patients that passed away were @ @ @ @ @ with six of these deaths occurring in the south west region .

One patient has died in the Hampshie Hospitals Trust, taking their total to 207.
Whereas another death at Portsmouth Hospital has seen their total rise to 282.
As no deaths were reported at the Southern NHS Trust, the Solent NHS Trust and University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust, their total number of Covid-19 deaths remain at three, 21 and 227 respectively.
The total number to die with coronavirus in Hampshire hospitals since the start of the pandemic is 740.
Figures released by NHS England today reveal a further 58 coronavirus deaths have been registered in hospitals in England, bringing the total since the start of the pandemic to 40,197.
All patients that passed away were aged 60 and over, with six of these deaths occurring in the south west region.


thedailyecho--2020-11-28--FULL DETAILS: M27 slip road shut this weekend

A MOTORWAY slip road is closed this weekend as part of a multi-million pound project to improve the road .
Here is all you need to know .
WHERE IS THE CLOSURE ?
The westbound entry slip road at Junction 9 of the M27 for Whiteley shut last night and will reopen at 6am on Monday .
This is to allow carriageway widening and resurfacing works as well as replacement of safety barriers .
WHAT IS THE DIVERSION ?
Those wanting to enter the M27 at Junction 9 and travel west will need to instead travel east , come off @ @ @ @ @ @ @ motorway on the westbound carriageway .
Diversion signs will be in place .
WHY IS IT CLOSED ?
It comes as part of Hampshire County Council ’ s £23 million project to improve the M27 junction 9 and Parkway South Roundabout .
The scheme to upgrade M27 Junction 9 and Parkway South Roundabout aims to increase highway capacity and improve the flow of traffic by widening the roundabouts , adding additional lanes to the motorway slip roads and installing traffic lights at the Parkway South Roundabout .
A shared use path for pedestrians @ @ @ @ @ @ @ western side of Whiteley Way between M27 Junction 9 and Parkway South roundabout .
This will have controlled crossings points at each junction to provide safe access and connections to existing pedestrian and cycle routes on Whiteley Way , Rookery Avenue and within the Segensworth Business Park .
Work is due to last for up to 24 months until summer 2022 .
Councillor Rob Humby , Deputy Leader of Hampshire County Council and Executive Member for Economy , Transport and Environment , said : “ We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ carry out the works safely and as quickly as possible , but please be assured that we will do all we can to keep any disruption to a minimum .
`` The M27 is a critical , strategic corridor in southern Hampshire which helps to keep the economy moving .
`` This scheme , when complete , will improve traffic flow , therefore reducing journey times in the area . ''

Here is all you need to know.
WHERE IS THE CLOSURE?
The westbound entry slip road at Junction 9 of the M27 for Whiteley shut last night and will reopen at 6am on Monday.
This is to allow carriageway widening and resurfacing works as well as replacement of safety barriers.
WHAT IS THE DIVERSION?
Those wanting to enter the M27 at Junction 9 and travel west will need to instead travel east, come off at Junction 11 and then re-enter the motorway on the westbound carriageway. Diversion signs will be in place.
The diversion route (Pic: Hampshire County Council)
WHY IS IT CLOSED?
It comes as part of Hampshire County Council’s £23 million project to improve the M27 junction 9 and Parkway South Roundabout.
The scheme to upgrade M27 Junction 9 and Parkway South Roundabout aims to increase highway capacity and improve the flow of traffic by widening the roundabouts, adding additional lanes to the motorway slip roads and installing traffic lights at the Parkway South Roundabout.
A shared use path for pedestrians and cyclists will be provided on the western side of Whiteley Way between M27 Junction 9 and Parkway South roundabout.
This will have controlled crossings points at each junction to provide safe access and connections to existing pedestrian and cycle routes on Whiteley Way, Rookery Avenue and within the Segensworth Business Park.
Work is due to last for up to 24 months until summer 2022.
Councillor Rob Humby, Deputy Leader of Hampshire County Council and Executive Member for Economy, Transport and Environment, said: “We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this temporary closure, which is needed to carry out the works safely and as quickly as possible, but please be assured that we will do all we can to keep any disruption to a minimum.
"The M27 is a critical, strategic corridor in southern Hampshire which helps to keep the economy moving.
"This scheme, when complete, will improve traffic flow, therefore reducing journey times in the area."


thedailyecho--2020-11-28--Am I allowed to travel to another Tier?

Am I allowed to travel to another Tier?

THE latest Tier Two announcement from the Government has implications on what we can do and where we can travel to .
As announced by Health Secretary Matt Hancock earlier today , from December 2 Hampshire and will face tougher restrictions post-lockdown .
It means Hampshire residents may have to change their travel plans .
According to the government website , people who live in Tier Two should aim to reduce the number of journeys they make `` where possible '' .
If you are from a Tier Two area and you travel to Tier One area then you must @ @ @ @ @ @ @ You should avoid travel to , or overnight stays in , Tier Three areas other than where necessary .
Exceptions are made for people traveling due to work , education , youth services , to receive medical treatment , or because of caring responsibilities .
You are able to travel through a Tier Three area as a part of a longer journey .
For international travel , people should check the Foreign , Commonwealth and Development Office travel advice for their destination .
International travel from England will be restricted except in limited @ @ @ @ @ @ @ education until December 2 .
University students are also being asked to travel home during a specific time period to minimise the spread of Covid-19 .
The Government is asking all university students to travel home between Thursday , December 3 and Wednesday , December 9 .
It says that this is to ensure that students are already home by the end of the winter term `` but also reduce any transmission risk '' .

As announced by Health Secretary Matt Hancock earlier today, from December 2 Hampshire and will face tougher restrictions post-lockdown.
It means Hampshire residents may have to change their travel plans.
According to the government website, people who live in Tier Two should aim to reduce the number of journeys they make "where possible".
If you are from a Tier Two area and you travel to Tier One area then you must continue to follow Tier Two rules.
You should avoid travel to, or overnight stays in, Tier Three areas other than where necessary.
Exceptions are made for people traveling due to work, education, youth services, to receive medical treatment, or because of caring responsibilities.
You are able to travel through a Tier Three area as a part of a longer journey.
For international travel, people should check the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office travel advice for their destination.
International travel from England will be restricted except in limited circumstances such as for work or for education until December 2.
University students are also being asked to travel home during a specific time period to minimise the spread of Covid-19.
The Government is asking all university students to travel home between Thursday, December 3 and Wednesday, December 9.
It says that this is to ensure that students are already home by the end of the winter term "but also reduce any transmission risk".