thedailyecho--2020-05-14--PHOTOS: Cannabis farm discovered at address on Mercury Close, Lordshill

A CANNABIS farm filled with 40 plants of the Class B illegal drug was discovered in a Southampton home .
The plants were found by officers while they executed a warrant at the address on Mercury Close , Lordshill , on Wednesday morning .
They had rammed into the property using a RED key .
This is known as a specially designed manual battering ram currently used by British Police forces to aid in gaining entry to premises .
All 40 weeds were seized during the warrant .
They also arrested a 27-year-old man on suspicion of cultivation of cannabis @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been released under investigation .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` We executed a warrant at an address in Mercury Close this morning ( Wednesday 13 May ) as part of Fortress , our response to tackling drug related harm .
`` Officers seized around 40 cannabis plants during the warrant .
`` We arrested a 27-year-old man on suspicion of cultivation of cannabis and abstracting electricity .
He has been released under investigation . ''
It comes as part of Hampshire Constabulary 's Operation Fortress , which aims to crack @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This raid was reportedly part of the operation , set up by Hampshire Police to tackle gun and knife crime across Southampton .
Police also confirmed that the warrant was not carried out at the same property that hosted a party on Mercury Close , on Saturday April 25 , and that the incidents were not linked to each other .
As previously reported by the Daily Echo , it was said that numbers of up to `` 40 people '' attended the party , which included smashing bottles , breaking wooden pallets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ until the early hours .
Eventually , police were called to the property to break-up the gathering .
Residents concerned about drug dealing in their area are urged to call police on 101 or via the Crimestoppers website anonymously .

The plants were found by officers while they executed a warrant at the address on Mercury Close, Lordshill, on Wednesday morning.
They had rammed into the property using a RED key.
This is known as a specially designed manual battering ram currently used by British Police forces to aid in gaining entry to premises.
All 40 weeds were seized during the warrant.
They also arrested a 27-year-old man on suspicion of cultivation of cannabis and abstracting electricity.
He has since been released under investigation.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We executed a warrant at an address in Mercury Close this morning (Wednesday 13 May) as part of Fortress, our response to tackling drug related harm.
"Officers seized around 40 cannabis plants during the warrant.
"We arrested a 27-year-old man on suspicion of cultivation of cannabis and abstracting electricity. He has been released under investigation."
It comes as part of Hampshire Constabulary's Operation Fortress, which aims to crack down on county lines drug trafficking.
This raid was reportedly part of the operation, set up by Hampshire Police to tackle gun and knife crime across Southampton.
Police also confirmed that the warrant was not carried out at the same property that hosted a party on Mercury Close, on Saturday April 25, and that the incidents were not linked to each other.
As previously reported by the Daily Echo, it was said that numbers of up to "40 people" attended the party, which included smashing bottles, breaking wooden pallets to make fires and playing loud music until the early hours.
Eventually, police were called to the property to break-up the gathering.
Residents concerned about drug dealing in their area are urged to call police on 101 or via the Crimestoppers website anonymously.


thedailyecho--2020-05-14--Police renew appeal to find missing Louise, 16, from Havant

AN APPEAL to help find a missing teenager from a Hampshire town has been renewed by police .
Louise , 16 , was last seen at around midday on Friday May 8 in Somborne Drive , Havant .
She has not been in contact since Friday and her family and the police are growing increasingly concerned for her welfare .
The police are appealing directly to Louise to contact them .
Louise is described as white , around 5ft 2ins tall , of slim build , and has straight , black , shoulder-length hair .
She was last seen wearing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ striped t-shirt , black trainers and a black coat with a fur hood .
She is wearing the same coat in the photograph above .
Detective Inspector Ron Lock said : “ I want to appeal to Louise directly to get in touch with us tonight .
“ Louise , it has almost been a week since you went missing and our priority is to know that you are okay and safe .
Please call us or a loved one , so that we can help you.
” Police have been following several @ @ @ @ @ @ @ missing , and are keen to hear from anyone who may have seen her and knows where she is .
Anyone with information should call police on 101 , quoting the reference number 44200163113 , or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

Louise, 16, was last seen at around midday on Friday May 8 in Somborne Drive, Havant.
Search launched for missing teenage girl
She has not been in contact since Friday and her family and the police are growing increasingly concerned for her welfare.
The police are appealing directly to Louise to contact them.
Louise is described as white, around 5ft 2ins tall, of slim build, and has straight, black, shoulder-length hair.
She was last seen wearing black jeans, a black and white striped t-shirt, black trainers and a black coat with a fur hood. She is wearing the same coat in the photograph above.
Detective Inspector Ron Lock said: “I want to appeal to Louise directly to get in touch with us tonight.
“Louise, it has almost been a week since you went missing and our priority is to know that you are okay and safe. Please call us or a loved one, so that we can help you.”
Police have been following several lines of enquiry since Louise was reported missing, and are keen to hear from anyone who may have seen her and knows where she is.
Anyone with information should call police on 101, quoting the reference number 44200163113, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-05-14--Murder probe launched after man dies at Malmesbury Road, Southampton

A MURDER probe has been launched after a 51-year-old man died in Southampton .
Police rushed to the scene at Malmesbury Road at 5.10pm on Monday after being called by South Central Ambulance Service ( SCAS ) .
They arrived to find the ambulance team responding to an incident involving a man ’ s death at an address .
Officers arrested four men aged 38 , 50 , 56 , and 58 , and a 47-year-old woman , all from Southampton , on suspicion of murder , who have all been released under investigation .
Police are carrying out further @ @ @ @ @ @ @ what happened , and the victim ’ s family has been informed .
One nearby resident said she had heard shouting shortly before the police arrived .
She said : “ We heard a bit of shouting and thought it was just a family fight .
“ Police were still here when I woke up early the next morning , and there were about six police vans.
” Others said that police had remained at the scene for more than 24 hours .
Another neighbour said : “ There were loads of them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ I saw forensics going inside .
I wouldn ’ t be surprised if a lot of people were living in that house , there are lots of bottles outside the front.
” One resident said a body was seen being carried out of the home in the early hours of the morning .
They said : “ My neighbour said she saw the body being taken outside at 1.30am .
“ A police woman was sitting outside the house until 6am yesterday [ Tuesday ] .
“ Police cars were parked outside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about a fight over drinking in the house , which I think is a multiple occupancy home.
” A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : “ A post mortem examination has taken place and we are awaiting further results before cause of death is confirmed .
“ As part of our enquiries , we arrested four men aged 38 , 50 , 56 and 58 and a woman aged 47 , all from Southampton , on suspicion of murder .
“ They have all been released under investigation .
”

Police rushed to the scene at Malmesbury Road at 5.10pm on Monday after being called by South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS).
They arrived to find the ambulance team responding to an incident involving a man’s death at an address.
Officers arrested four men aged 38, 50, 56, and 58, and a 47-year-old woman, all from Southampton, on suspicion of murder, who have all been released under investigation.
Police are carrying out further enquiries to establish the exact circumstances of what happened, and the victim’s family has been informed.
One nearby resident said she had heard shouting shortly before the police arrived.
She said: “We heard a bit of shouting and thought it was just a family fight.
“Police were still here when I woke up early the next morning, and there were about six police vans.”
Others said that police had remained at the scene for more than 24 hours.
Another neighbour said: “There were loads of them, I thought it was drug-related.
“I saw forensics going inside. I wouldn’t be surprised if a lot of people were living in that house, there are lots of bottles outside the front.”
One resident said a body was seen being carried out of the home in the early hours of the morning.
They said: “My neighbour said she saw the body being taken outside at 1.30am.
“A police woman was sitting outside the house until 6am yesterday [Tuesday].
“Police cars were parked outside for 24 hours and there were rumours about a fight over drinking in the house, which I think is a multiple occupancy home.”
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: “A post mortem examination has taken place and we are awaiting further results before cause of death is confirmed.
“As part of our enquiries, we arrested four men aged 38, 50, 56 and 58 and a woman aged 47, all from Southampton, on suspicion of murder.
“They have all been released under investigation.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-14--Winchester prison inmate died of coronavirus at Royal Hampshire County Hospital

A PENSIONER convicted of a string of horrific sex offences has died of coronavirus while serving his sentence .
John Malcolm Maunder was serving his sentence at Winchester Prison when he became ill , an inquest heard .
The 79-year-old was serving a 13 year jail term for a series of sex offences .
• Maunder was serving his sentence at Winchester Prison The crimes included seven rapes and were reported to have been committed in the 1970s .
An inquest has been opened into his death and heard that Maunder had long term health problems .
On March 29 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for radiotherapy .
His health deteriorated and he died at Royal Hampshire County Hospital , in Winchester , on April 20 .
Details of how Maunder died were revealed in a post mortem report by Dr Stephanie Killick which was read to the inquest held in Winchester .
It said that the preliminary cause of death as a lower respiratory tract infection with coronavirus and ongoing health issues contributing .
Area coroner Jason Pegg has adjourned the full inquest into the death to February 2 2021 .
• Sex offender , 80 serving @ @ @ @ @ @ @ four months into sentence Maunder was convicted of the offences , committed against a girl under the age of 16 , at Swindon Crown Court in November 2014 .
His address at the time was given as Mulberry Grove , Swindon .
A spokesman for the Ministry of Justice said : “ A 79-year-old HMP Winchester prisoner died in hospital .
`` Our condolences are with his family at this time .
“ The Prisons and Probation Ombudsman has been informed .
”

John Malcolm Maunder was serving his sentence at Winchester Prison when he became ill, an inquest heard.
The 79-year-old was serving a 13 year jail term for a series of sex offences.
Maunder was serving his sentence at Winchester Prison
The crimes included seven rapes and were reported to have been committed in the 1970s.
An inquest has been opened into his death and heard that Maunder had long term health problems.
On March 29, he was admitted to Southampton Hospital for radiotherapy.
His health deteriorated and he died at Royal Hampshire County Hospital, in Winchester, on April 20.
Maunder died at the Royal Hampshire County Hospital
Details of how Maunder died were revealed in a post mortem report by Dr Stephanie Killick which was read to the inquest held in Winchester.
It said that the preliminary cause of death as a lower respiratory tract infection with coronavirus and ongoing health issues contributing.
Area coroner Jason Pegg has adjourned the full inquest into the death to February 2 2021.
Maunder was convicted of the offences, committed against a girl under the age of 16, at Swindon Crown Court in November 2014.
His address at the time was given as Mulberry Grove, Swindon.
Maunder was convicted at Swindon Crown Court
A spokesman for the Ministry of Justice said: “A 79-year-old HMP Winchester prisoner died in hospital.
"Our condolences are with his family at this time.
“The Prisons and Probation Ombudsman has been informed.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-14--5 Rivers pub in Southampton announces closure

A SPORTS bar in the centre of Southampton is to close its doors for good .
The 5 Rivers pub @ @ @ @ @ announced on social media that it will be closing its doors to the public for @ @ @ @ @ and grill , which opened three years ago , announced the closure on May 8 @ @ @ @ @ They also thanked their family , friends , customers and home and away fans for @ @ @ @ @ .
The announcement said : `` Just over three years ago we opened the doors @ @ @ @ @ first time .
`` Sadly , it ’ s with a heavy heart that we @ @ @ @ @ doors for good .
`` Thank you to all our families , friends , customers @ @ @ @ @ , suppliers , home and away fans , who made us number one in Southampton @ @ @ @ @

The 5 Rivers pub on Bevois Valley Road has announced on social media that it will be closing its doors to the public for good.
The sports bar and grill, which opened three years ago, announced the closure on May 8 on its Facebook page.
They also thanked their family, friends, customers and home and away fans for supporting them throughout the years.
The announcement said: "Just over three years ago we opened the doors to 5 Rivers for the first time.
"Sadly, it’s with a heavy heart that we have had to close our doors for good.
"Thank you to all our families, friends, customers, bar staff, chefs, suppliers, home and away fans, who made us number one in Southampton on Trip Advisor."


thedailyecho--2020-05-14--Three charged after Lamborghini and drugs seized by police

THREE men have been charged for drug supply after a Lamborghini and two Mercedes were seized by officers investigating county lines from London to Hampshire .
In the early hours of Tuesday , May 12 , officers from the Met ’ s Specialist Crime Command carried out three simultaneous search warrants at residential addresses in Rigby Close and Scarbrook Road , Croydon , and Derwent Road , London .
A further warrant was carried out at a commercial premise in Beluah Road , Thornton Heath .
Officers arrested five people on suspicion of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , 34 , of Rigby Close , Croydon , was charged with being in concerned in the supply of Class A drug crack cocaine ; being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs ( heroin ) and acquisition ; and use and possession of criminal property .
Aubin Earl Hutchinson , 38 , of Rigby Close , Croydon , was charged with being in concerned in the supply of Class A drug crack cocaine ; being concerned in the supply of Class A drug heroin and acquisition ; and use and possession @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of crime act ( 2002 ) .
Gavin Byron Griffiths , 41 , of Derwent Road , SE20 , was charged with being concerned in the supply of class A drug crack cocaine and one charge of being concerned in the supply of Class A drug heroin .
They have been remanded to appear at Portsmouth Magistrates Court today .
A 25-year-old female and 51-year old man were also arrested as part of the warrants , and they have been released under investigation .
During searches of the addresses , officers seized three @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lamborghini .
It comes as part of a joint investigation by the MPS and Hampshire Constabulary into a County Line being run between London and Hampshire .
Chief Inspector Mark Lynch from Hampshire Constabulary said : “ The threat from county lines drug dealing continues to present a significant risk to vulnerable children and adults living within Hampshire , despite the current COVID19 restrictions the country finds itself in .
`` Please be reassured that despite the operational challenges the pandemic poses to us and other front line emergency services , tackling organised @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our core focus and operations to disrupt criminals who attempt to profit from drug dealing will continue .
`` Not only will we prosecute those found responsible to the full extent of the law , but we will also seek to maximise every opportunity to strip them of their illicit gains .
“ The sad reality is that vulnerable young people are often targeted , coerced with either threats or false promises of cash and designer possessions , when in reality those criminals regard those children as nothing more than a disposable asset @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they have no longer have any need for them .
`` The added dimension of Covid-19 just presents yet another serious health risk to those youths and those that they associate with .
”

In the early hours of Tuesday, May 12, officers from the Met’s Specialist Crime Command carried out three simultaneous search warrants at residential addresses in Rigby Close and Scarbrook Road, Croydon, and Derwent Road, London.
A further warrant was carried out at a commercial premise in Beluah Road, Thornton Heath.
Officers arrested five people on suspicion of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs as part of the warrants.
Calvin Hutchinson, 34, of Rigby Close, Croydon, was charged with being in concerned in the supply of Class A drug crack cocaine; being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs (heroin) and acquisition; and use and possession of criminal property.
Aubin Earl Hutchinson, 38, of Rigby Close, Croydon, was charged with being in concerned in the supply of Class A drug crack cocaine; being concerned in the supply of Class A drug heroin and acquisition; and use and possession of criminal property contrary to the proceeds of crime act (2002).
Gavin Byron Griffiths, 41, of Derwent Road, SE20, was charged with being concerned in the supply of class A drug crack cocaine and one charge of being concerned in the supply of Class A drug heroin.
They have been remanded to appear at Portsmouth Magistrates Court today.
A 25-year-old female and 51-year old man were also arrested as part of the warrants, and they have been released under investigation.
During searches of the addresses, officers seized three vehicles, two Mercedes and a green Lamborghini.
It comes as part of a joint investigation by the MPS and Hampshire Constabulary into a County Line being run between London and Hampshire.
Chief Inspector Mark Lynch from Hampshire Constabulary said: “The threat from county lines drug dealing continues to present a significant risk to vulnerable children and adults living within Hampshire, despite the current COVID19 restrictions the country finds itself in.
"Please be reassured that despite the operational challenges the pandemic poses to us and other front line emergency services, tackling organised crime in all its various guises remains our core focus and operations to disrupt criminals who attempt to profit from drug dealing will continue.
"Not only will we prosecute those found responsible to the full extent of the law, but we will also seek to maximise every opportunity to strip them of their illicit gains.
“The sad reality is that vulnerable young people are often targeted, coerced with either threats or false promises of cash and designer possessions, when in reality those criminals regard those children as nothing more than a disposable asset, to be used and abused until they have no longer have any need for them.
"The added dimension of Covid-19 just presents yet another serious health risk to those youths and those that they associate with.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-14--Ollie Locke hopes to return to Jesters Nightclub, Southampton, after lockdown

A SOUTHAMPTON-born reality star has planned to return to a city nightclub once lockdown is over .
British actor Ollie Locke , known for appearing in E4 reality series Made in Chelsea , spoke out on social media about his `` need '' to spend a night at Jesters Nightclub , based on Bevois Valley Road , Southampton .
The club announced that it was closing on March 20 following instructions for pubs to close by the government , although it plans to return in September .
But now , Ollie , who grew up attending a boarding school in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hometown followers if Jesters has `` gone '' after hearing on the grapevine it had closed down .
He wrote : `` Any Southampton folks..
I heard on the grapevine that Jesters has gone ?
Is that true ?
?
If not I feel I need a Jesters night after all this has ended . ''
The club welcomed Ollie 's potential plans to return to his roots after lockdown .
A spokesperson for Jester 's Nightclub said : `` He would be very welcome . ''
The club has remained open to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been closed as the UK faces lockdown measures , which instructed pubs and clubs to close during the coronavirus pandemic .
They added : `` Unfortunately there is no date as yet to when we will be able to open the doors to The Palace of Dreams . ''
As previously reported , owners Lynda and Peter Green – who bought Chatty ’ s wine bar in 1987 before buying up more units which eventually became Jesters – put the club up for sale in 2018 , which is currently valued at £1 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , who now lives in Chelsea , about the value of the club , he responded : `` That is surely fake news.. nowhere in Bevois Vally was that expensive .
I 'm not sure Chelsea clubs even go for that . ''
He then added that hearing about the sale of the club has `` broken his heart '' .
Ollie wrote : `` This has broken my heart !
!
The fact it has gone !
`` Also you have proved me very wrong !
!
I hope someone picks it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ students can have the memories we did . ''
On March 19 , a spokesperson for Jesters Nightclub wrote on social media : `` As a result of the ongoing COVID-19 situation , we are moving this event to tomorrow .
`` That will be our last evening until next year .
If you ’ re still able and willing , feel free to come down and share a drink with us .
Thank you to all of you for your patronage , support and memories - we hope to be back in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ healthy and look after each other .
You ’ ve been superb , Southampton .
Jesters , signing out . ''

British actor Ollie Locke, known for appearing in E4 reality series Made in Chelsea, spoke out on social media about his "need" to spend a night at Jesters Nightclub, based on Bevois Valley Road, Southampton.
The club announced that it was closing on March 20 following instructions for pubs to close by the government, although it plans to return in September.
But now, Ollie, who grew up attending a boarding school in Romsey, Hampshire, has asked his hometown followers if Jesters has "gone" after hearing on the grapevine it had closed down.
He wrote: "Any Southampton folks.. I heard on the grapevine that Jesters has gone? Is that true?? If not I feel I need a Jesters night after all this has ended."
Also any southampton folks.. I heard on the grapevine that Jesters has gone? Is that true?? If not I feel I need a Jesters night after all this has ended!! Xx — Ollie Locke (@ollielocke) May 13, 2020
The club welcomed Ollie's potential plans to return to his roots after lockdown.
A spokesperson for Jester's Nightclub said: "He would be very welcome."
The club has remained open to party-goers since the sale, but has been closed as the UK faces lockdown measures, which instructed pubs and clubs to close during the coronavirus pandemic.
They added: "Unfortunately there is no date as yet to when we will be able to open the doors to The Palace of Dreams."
As previously reported, owners Lynda and Peter Green – who bought Chatty’s wine bar in 1987 before buying up more units which eventually became Jesters – put the club up for sale in 2018, which is currently valued at £1 million.
After a follower informed Ollie, who now lives in Chelsea, about the value of the club, he responded: "That is surely fake news.. nowhere in Bevois Vally was that expensive. I'm not sure Chelsea clubs even go for that."
That is surely fake news.. nowhere in Bevous Vally was that expensive that.. Im not sure Chelsea clubs even go for that! X https://t.co/5M6HKGWQA5 — Ollie Locke (@ollielocke) May 13, 2020
He then added that hearing about the sale of the club has "broken his heart".
Ollie wrote: "This has broken my heart!! The fact it has gone!
"Also you have proved me very wrong!! I hope someone picks it up and makes it back to somewhere students can have the memories we did."
This has broken my heart!! The fact it has gone! Also you have proved me very wrong!! I hope someone picks it up and makes it back to somewhere students can have the memories we did x — Ollie Locke (@ollielocke) May 13, 2020
On March 19, a spokesperson for Jesters Nightclub wrote on social media: "As a result of the ongoing COVID-19 situation, we are moving this event to tomorrow.
"That will be our last evening until next year. If you’re still able and willing, feel free to come down and share a drink with us.
Thank you to all of you for your patronage, support and memories - we hope to be back in September.
"Stay safe, stay healthy and look after each other. You’ve been superb, Southampton. Jesters, signing out."


thedailyecho--2020-05-14--Row over decision to axe trees at Marlhill Copse in Southampton

AN opposition leader in Southampton is backing calls for an investigation into controversial plans approved by council officers as he claims there was not democratic oversight .
Cllr Dan Fitzhenry , leader of the Conservatives at Southampton City Council , has claimed he was not consulted over the proposals to axe five trees at Marlhill Copse but he was only informed of the decision after it had been taken .
He said the decision was made in an undemocratic way and campaigners who had objected to the plans should make a formal complaint to the council .
But city council @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by council officers was in line with the council ’ s constitution .
It comes as last week campaigners complained as the proposals to axe the trees on land owned by Southampton Airport were approved by council officers and not in public , despite 50 objections to the plans .
As previously reported , both the airport and the council said the decision was urgent as the trees posed a risk to the public .
Cllr Hammond said a meeting of the planning committee could not be held earlier than May 20 and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unnecessary risk ” .
In a comment Cllr Hammond added : “ This information was shared with the Chair of Planning , Leader of the Conservative Group , responsible Cabinet Member and myself to ensure democratic oversight – none objected to this course of action.
” However , Cllr Fitzhenry has claimed that there wasn ’ t any democratic oversight .
He has now urged the city council to publish the evidence used to make the decision and added : “ I was not told about them making the decision .
I was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ any chance to input at all .
There has been no cross-party democratic oversight .
It is undemocratic and disrespectful to have conducted things in this way .
The leader of the council should apologise to the residents.Of course if there ’ s an imminent risk to public safety , we are not stating that the trees should not be chopped down but we are saying that the process has to be democratic .
The council should immediately share with residents the information used to take this decision . ''
Hitting back Cllr @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the information was shared , and it was .
The information ( about the decision to allow the felling ) was sent to Councillor Fitzhenry as a courtesy .
There is no constitutional or legal basis for the Leader of the Opposition to be consulted on a decision that is taken under delegated powers .
So the process followed by officers was taken in line with the Council ’ s constitution.I understand that this is an emotive issue for some people , but as a council we have to prioritise keeping people safe @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be replaced , sitting on private land , needed to be felled to stop the real danger of them falling on someone or their property.
” Last week Southampton Itchen MP Royston Smith said the council should launch an investigation into how the decision was taken .

Cllr Dan Fitzhenry, leader of the Conservatives at Southampton City Council, has claimed he was not consulted over the proposals to axe five trees at Marlhill Copse but he was only informed of the decision after it had been taken.
He said the decision was made in an undemocratic way and campaigners who had objected to the plans should make a formal complaint to the council.
But city council leader Christopher Hammond said the process followed by council officers was in line with the council’s constitution.
It comes as last week campaigners complained as the proposals to axe the trees on land owned by Southampton Airport were approved by council officers and not in public, despite 50 objections to the plans.
As previously reported, both the airport and the council said the decision was urgent as the trees posed a risk to the public.
Cllr Hammond said a meeting of the planning committee could not be held earlier than May 20 and experts advised that waiting created “an unnecessary risk”.
In a comment Cllr Hammond added: “This information was shared with the Chair of Planning, Leader of the Conservative Group, responsible Cabinet Member and myself to ensure democratic oversight – none objected to this course of action.”
However, Cllr Fitzhenry has claimed that there wasn’t any democratic oversight.
He has now urged the city council to publish the evidence used to make the decision and added: “I was not told about them making the decision. I was told after the decision was made without any chance to input at all. There has been no cross-party democratic oversight. It is undemocratic and disrespectful to have conducted things in this way. The leader of the council should apologise to the residents.Of course if there’s an imminent risk to public safety, we are not stating that the trees should not be chopped down but we are saying that the process has to be democratic. The council should immediately share with residents the information used to take this decision."
Hitting back Cllr Hammond said: “I said that the information was shared, and it was. The information (about the decision to allow the felling) was sent to Councillor Fitzhenry as a courtesy. There is no constitutional or legal basis for the Leader of the Opposition to be consulted on a decision that is taken under delegated powers. So the process followed by officers was taken in line with the Council’s constitution.I understand that this is an emotive issue for some people, but as a council we have to prioritise keeping people safe. Five trees which are all going to be replaced, sitting on private land, needed to be felled to stop the real danger of them falling on someone or their property.”
Last week Southampton Itchen MP Royston Smith said the council should launch an investigation into how the decision was taken.


thedailyecho--2020-05-14--Man banned from visiting Paynes Road and Gorselands Road, Southampton

A 32-YEAR-old man is no longer able to access two Southampton homes following a court order .
Paul James Keenan @ @ @ @ @ , has been given a domestic violence protection order , banning him from going to @ @ @ @ @ , which are both in Southampton .
The order lasts until June 7 and instructs @ @ @ @ @ violence , harass and have any form of contact with a specified person .
He @ @ @ @ @ £226 in hearing fee costs to Hampshire Police .

Paul James Keenan, of no fixed abode, has been given a domestic violence protection order, banning him from going to Gorselands Road or Paynes Road, which are both in Southampton.
The order lasts until June 7 and instructs Keenan not to use threatening violence, harass and have any form of contact with a specified person.
He was also ordered to pay £226 in hearing fee costs to Hampshire Police.


thedailyecho--2020-05-14--Victorious Festival 2020 in Southsea cancelled

A HAMPSHIRE festival which usually brings in more than 30,000 festival-goers has been cancelled .
Organisers of Victorious Festival , @ @ @ @ @ place at Southsea from August 28 to 30 , today announced that the event will @ @ @ @ @ as planned .
They wrote : `` Working closely with the relevant authorities we have @ @ @ @ @ this is the only safe and viable option .
Please see below for an important @ @ @ @ @ the full updated 2020 FAQs here : https : //t.co/s5crX2Tklc pic.twitter.com/Kt1FwV2Mha — Victorious Festival ( @ @ @ @ @ , 2020 `` We know this will be a huge disappointment to everyone who is @ @ @ @ @ , including performers , traders , contractors , suppliers and you , the festival-goers , @ @ @ @ @ harder than ever and will return even stronger on August bank holiday 2021 at our @ @ @ @ @ All ticket holders will be refunded or can choose to carry their ticket over to @ @ @ @ @ is expected to go ahead .

Organisers of Victorious Festival, which was due to take place at Southsea from August 28 to 30, today announced that the event will no longer be going ahead as planned.
They wrote: "Working closely with the relevant authorities we have come to the conclusion that this is the only safe and viable option.
Please see below for an important announcement.
You can read the full updated 2020 FAQs here:
https://t.co/s5crX2Tklc pic.twitter.com/Kt1FwV2Mha — Victorious Festival (@VictoriousFest) May 14, 2020
"We know this will be a huge disappointment to everyone who is part of our festival family, including performers, traders, contractors, suppliers and you, the festival-goers, but we will be working harder than ever and will return even stronger on August bank holiday 2021 at our beautiful seafront location."
All ticket holders will be refunded or can choose to carry their ticket over to 2021, when the event is expected to go ahead.


thedailyecho--2020-05-15--£321 million* Super Jackpot could be YOURS tonight with 2 bets for just 98p!

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thedailyecho--2020-05-14--MPs Alan Whitehead and Royston Smith on Carnival redundancies

TWO Southampton MPs have voiced their fears over the impact a large number of job losses at cruise giant Carnival could have on the city .
As previously reported , Carnival UK – which owns P & O Cruises and Cunard – has warned of widespread redundancies and sabbaticals .
It says the cuts are vital to secure the future of the company during its “ hibernation ” enforced by the coronavirus lockdown .
Those who keep their jobs will be given a 20 per cent cut in pay and hours from July to November .
• Cruise line giant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' because of coronavirus lockdown Royston Smith , Conservative MP for Southampton Itchen , said : `` Job losses at Carnival will be hard felt locally .
Their dedicated and hard-working staff will be very concerned by this news and I hope Carnival will do all they can to support those affected .
“ This terrible virus presents a challenge like nothing before and unfortunately jobs will be lost .
When it 's safe , Carnival will want to resume their operations as quickly as possible and I hope that they will support @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Alan Whitehead , Labour MP for Southampton Test , hoped Carnival would reconsider in the wake of the chancellor ’ s decision to extend the government ’ s jobs furlough scheme to October .
He said of Carnival 's move : “ This is potentially an indicator that the cruise line industry which is so important for Southampton is in potential long term difficulty and that Carnival are reacting to that .
“ If that ’ s not the case , I think they may be acting precipitately in terms of being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ themselves through the present crisis so that they get the cruise industry back on its feet again , which everyone in Southampton will want to see happen.
” • Loss of Carnival cruise jobs will have `` very big '' impact across Southampton ABP , operator of the Port of Southampton , estimates that each cruise ship calling at the city is worth £2million to the local economy .
The money spreads out to businesses such as hotels , shops , taxis and all the companies that resupply the ships during their stay @ @ @ @ @ @ @ many jobs will go , but one source said 450 positions were being put at risk .
In a video message to staff , Carnival UK president Josh Weinstein said : “ I am truly sorry for the pain that this is going to cause but the hard truth is that if we don ’ t right-size the company and significantly reduce our cash burn during this devastating crisis , we may not successfully get to the other side of this – and I certainly don ’ t want to see the proud @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Cunard wind down on our watch .
”

As previously reported, Carnival UK – which owns P&O Cruises and Cunard – has warned of widespread redundancies and sabbaticals.
It says the cuts are vital to secure the future of the company during its “hibernation” enforced by the coronavirus lockdown.
Those who keep their jobs will be given a 20 per cent cut in pay and hours from July to November.
Royston Smith, Conservative MP for Southampton Itchen, said: "Job losses at Carnival will be hard felt locally. Their dedicated and hard-working staff will be very concerned by this news and I hope Carnival will do all they can to support those affected.
“This terrible virus presents a challenge like nothing before and unfortunately jobs will be lost. When it's safe, Carnival will want to resume their operations as quickly as possible and I hope that they will support their workforce until this is possible."
Alan Whitehead, Labour MP for Southampton Test, hoped Carnival would reconsider in the wake of the chancellor’s decision to extend the government’s jobs furlough scheme to October.
He said of Carnival's move: “This is potentially an indicator that the cruise line industry which is so important for Southampton is in potential long term difficulty and that Carnival are reacting to that.
“If that’s not the case, I think they may be acting precipitately in terms of being able to use other means of getting themselves through the present crisis so that they get the cruise industry back on its feet again, which everyone in Southampton will want to see happen.”
ABP, operator of the Port of Southampton, estimates that each cruise ship calling at the city is worth £2million to the local economy. The money spreads out to businesses such as hotels, shops, taxis and all the companies that resupply the ships during their stay.
Carnival has refused to say how many jobs will go, but one source said 450 positions were being put at risk.
In a video message to staff, Carnival UK president Josh Weinstein said: “I am truly sorry for the pain that this is going to cause but the hard truth is that if we don’t right-size the company and significantly reduce our cash burn during this devastating crisis, we may not successfully get to the other side of this – and I certainly don’t want to see the proud 180-year histories of P&O Cruises and Cunard wind down on our watch.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-14--Coronavirus: Four more patients die in Hampshire in 24 hours

A FURTHER four people who tested positive for coronavirus have died in Hampshire .
Figures released by the NHS this @ @ @ @ @ more patients have died in Hampshire .
This brings the total number of deaths in @ @ @ @ @ from 531 recorded at the same time yesterday .
At UHS , 164 patients have @ @ @ @ @ the virus , up by two in the last 24 hours .
At Hampshire Hospitals @ @ @ @ @ people have died with no increase since yesterday .
In total , 208 people have @ @ @ @ @ Foundation Trust after contracting the virus , an increase of two in the last 24 @ @ @ @ @ no more coronavirus related deaths at Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust where 16 people have @ @ @ @ @ Covid-19 .

Figures released by the NHS this afternoon have revealed that five more patients have died in Hampshire.
This brings the total number of deaths in the county up to 535 from 531 recorded at the same time yesterday.
The statistics cover University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS), Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
At UHS, 164 patients have died who tested positive for the virus, up by two in the last 24 hours.
At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, 147 people have died with no increase since yesterday.
In total, 208 people have died at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust after contracting the virus, an increase of two in the last 24 hours.
There have been no more coronavirus related deaths at Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust where 16 people have died after testing positive for Covid-19.


thedailyecho--2020-05-15--Police called to house party on Mercury Close, Southampton

PARTY-GOERS left residents and councillors `` disgusted '' as another gathering kicked off just weeks after police were called to the same Southampton street .
Officers were called to Mercury Close in Lordshill for the second time during lockdown after a group of `` 30 to 40 '' people attended a party playing loud music , drinking alcohol and breaching the new coronavirus laws .
Residents - who said the party kicked off at 3pm on VE Day on Friday , May 8 - claimed that the group of people were partying until 6am and that they showed `` no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' .
Hampshire Police have confirmed they were called to the property at 11.26pm on May 8 and that no arrests were made .
One resident , who has asked not to be named , said : `` Who can understand the behaviour of adults who shout and scream in the early hours of the day ?
• Police called after 'disgusting ' party-goers gather at Southampton house during lockdown '' Not even the most reviled , wild creatures behave like that . ''
He added : `` How disgusting it is for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as an excuse to break many laws and impinge on the personal freedom of a quiet residential area .
`` Welcome to the lawless Wild West of Southampton . ''
Coxford ward councillor Matthew Renyard told the Daily Echo that he visited Mercury Close in order to check on the well-being of residents .
He said that he witnessed a large gathering `` well in excess '' of 30 people with no sense of social distancing and `` rowdy behaviour '' .
He added : `` May I personally say how disgusted I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ events of the past few weeks .
`` I strongly sympathise with residents and the wider Mercury Close neighbourhood , not just for the disturbance it personally causes them , but also the blatant disregard and flagrant abuse of rules put in place for the safety of all . ''
It comes just weeks after police were called to the same street after a large party kicked off on Saturday , April 25 .
It was previously reported that up to `` 40 people '' attended the party - smashing bottles , breaking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ loud music until the early hours .
Police were called to the street but made no arrests .

Officers were called to Mercury Close in Lordshill for the second time during lockdown after a group of "30 to 40" people attended a party playing loud music, drinking alcohol and breaching the new coronavirus laws.
Residents - who said the party kicked off at 3pm on VE Day on Friday, May 8 - claimed that the group of people were partying until 6am and that they showed "no concern for the residents or lockdown rules".
Hampshire Police have confirmed they were called to the property at 11.26pm on May 8 and that no arrests were made.
One resident, who has asked not to be named, said: "Who can understand the behaviour of adults who shout and scream in the early hours of the day?
"Not even the most reviled, wild creatures behave like that."
He added: "How disgusting it is for these scum to use that treasured day as an excuse to break many laws and impinge on the personal freedom of a quiet residential area.
"Welcome to the lawless Wild West of Southampton."
Coxford ward councillor Matthew Renyard told the Daily Echo that he visited Mercury Close in order to check on the well-being of residents.
He said that he witnessed a large gathering "well in excess" of 30 people with no sense of social distancing and "rowdy behaviour".
He added: "May I personally say how disgusted I have been to hear and witness the events of the past few weeks.
"I strongly sympathise with residents and the wider Mercury Close neighbourhood, not just for the disturbance it personally causes them, but also the blatant disregard and flagrant abuse of rules put in place for the safety of all."
It comes just weeks after police were called to the same street after a large party kicked off on Saturday, April 25.
It was previously reported that up to "40 people" attended the party - smashing bottles, breaking wooden pallets to make fires and playing loud music until the early hours.
Police were called to the street but made no arrests.


thedailyecho--2020-05-15--St Mary's Independent School in Southampton in administration

A SOUTHAMPTON school has fallen into administration months after it was slammed by watchdogs and closed due to coronavirus fears .
Governors from St Mary 's Independent School in Bitterne Park have announced that they have made the decision to place the school into administration .
The school , which achieved a rating of 'Inadequate ' in its most recent Ofsted report , said that the schools financial position has been `` significantly impacted '' due to the coronavirus pandemic .
The decision to appoint Begbies Traynor as Administrators was made following `` deliberations and discussions '' regarding the financial @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the school is not yet certain but governors are hoping to ensure that the school will remain open `` until at least the end of the current half term '' .
A spokesperson from the school said : `` It is hoped that the school will be able to find a solution to continue until the end of the current academic year , and beyond .
`` Governors remain hopeful that through Administration , a solution can be found to enable St Mary ’ s to continue to provide an excellent education @ @ @ @ @ @ @ after the school was slammed by Ofsted after an inspection in December after children complain about bullying and said they felt `` disheartened '' .
• St Mary 's Independent School in Southampton closed and evacuated over coronavirus fears School bosses hit back at the report and claimed that the inspection process was `` flawed '' .
St Mary 's then raised a formal complaint over the damning inspection .
The overall effectiveness of the school was rated as ‘ Inadequate ’ , as was the leadership and management of the school under @ @ @ @ @ @ @ between £8,085 and £10,506 , there are 242 students aged between three-years-old and 16-years-old .
Following this , the school was evacuated in February when pupils were put in isolation over Coronavirus fears .
Parents rushed their children away from the premises on February 10 after students at the school were struck down with symptoms similar to the virus .
The school was closed for a deep clean .

Governors from St Mary's Independent School in Bitterne Park have announced that they have made the decision to place the school into administration.
The school, which achieved a rating of 'Inadequate' in its most recent Ofsted report, said that the schools financial position has been "significantly impacted" due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The decision to appoint Begbies Traynor as Administrators was made following "deliberations and discussions" regarding the financial sustainability of the school.
The future of the school is not yet certain but governors are hoping to ensure that the school will remain open "until at least the end of the current half term".
A spokesperson from the school said: "It is hoped that the school will be able to find a solution to continue until the end of the current academic year, and beyond.
"Governors remain hopeful that through Administration, a solution can be found to enable St Mary’s to continue to provide an excellent education for its pupils."
It comes after the school was slammed by Ofsted after an inspection in December after children complain about bullying and said they felt "disheartened".
St Mary's Independent School in Southampton closed and evacuated over coronavirus fears
School bosses hit back at the report and claimed that the inspection process was "flawed".
St Mary's then raised a formal complaint over the damning inspection.
The overall effectiveness of the school was rated as ‘Inadequate’, as was the leadership and management of the school under headteacher Claire Charlemagne.
With annual fees between £8,085 and £10,506, there are 242 students aged between three-years-old and 16-years-old.
Following this, the school was evacuated in February when pupils were put in isolation over Coronavirus fears.
Parents rushed their children away from the premises on February 10 after students at the school were struck down with symptoms similar to the virus.
The school was closed for a deep clean.


thedailyecho--2020-05-15--Work to axe trees at Marhill Copse Southampton will stop until next week

CONTROVERSIAL work to axe trees in ancient woodland in Southampton will stop until next week .
Southampton Airport , which owns the land at Marlhill Copse , has confirmed that work to fell five trees at the site will not be carried out until Monday .
But the reason behind the decision has not been disclosed .
As previously reported , work at the controversial site started on Monday May 11 and it is expected to be completed in July .
The news comes as last week planning bosses at Southampton City Council gave permission for the work to go @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fire as the decision was not made in public despite 50 objections to the planning application .
Campaigners and opposition leaders called for an investigation as they said the process was “ undemocratic ” .
But both the council and the airport defended the move saying work is urgently needed as the trees pose a risk to the public .
In a statement issued last night a spokesperson for Southampton Airport said : “ Our specialist tree surgeons climbed the pine trees yesterday to conduct ecological surveys and will be starting the work @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are near completing work on the Beech tree and the work this morning was to provide a specific habitat for bats and other woodland wildlife to make a home in .
There are no works planned now until Monday , when we are scheduled to start on the pine trees .
The copse is still open and we will not be closing it at this time .
The trees that have been assessed as a danger to public safety are cordoned off to ensure that people can pass through the copse safely until @ @ @ @ @ @ @ comes as civic chiefs have been urged to share the evidence used by officers to approve the proposals .
Opposition leader Dan Fitzhenry previously said city council leader Christopher Hammond should apologise to residents .
• 'It is undemocratic and disrespectful ' - Row over decision to axe trees It comes as last year residents campaigned against previous plans to axe 27 trees at the site .
The High Court revoked an injunction meaning work could go ahead.But as previously reported , a senior council figure had then told a campaigner that any @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Marlhill Copse would be discussed in public by the planning committee .
Cllr Hammond defended the latest decision made by officers as he said that a meeting of the planning committee could not be held earlier than May 20 and experts advised that waiting created “ an unnecessary risk ” .
Cllr Hammond previously stressed that an emergency decision arose after “ grave concerns ” that residents could be seriously injured if immediate action was not taken .

Southampton Airport, which owns the land at Marlhill Copse, has confirmed that work to fell five trees at the site will not be carried out until Monday.
But the reason behind the decision has not been disclosed.
As previously reported, work at the controversial site started on Monday May 11 and it is expected to be completed in July.
The news comes as last week planning bosses at Southampton City Council gave permission for the work to go ahead.
But the council came under fire as the decision was not made in public despite 50 objections to the planning application.
Campaigners and opposition leaders called for an investigation as they said the process was “undemocratic”.
But both the council and the airport defended the move saying work is urgently needed as the trees pose a risk to the public.
In a statement issued last night a spokesperson for Southampton Airport said: “Our specialist tree surgeons climbed the pine trees yesterday to conduct ecological surveys and will be starting the work on the pines on Monday. We are near completing work on the Beech tree and the work this morning was to provide a specific habitat for bats and other woodland wildlife to make a home in. There are no works planned now until Monday, when we are scheduled to start on the pine trees. The copse is still open and we will not be closing it at this time. The trees that have been assessed as a danger to public safety are cordoned off to ensure that people can pass through the copse safely until that risk is removed.”
The news comes as civic chiefs have been urged to share the evidence used by officers to approve the proposals. Opposition leader Dan Fitzhenry previously said city council leader Christopher Hammond should apologise to residents.
It comes as last year residents campaigned against previous plans to axe 27 trees at the site.
The High Court revoked an injunction meaning work could go ahead.But as previously reported, a senior council figure had then told a campaigner that any future decision on works on trees at Marlhill Copse would be discussed in public by the planning committee. Cllr Hammond defended the latest decision made by officers as he said that a meeting of the planning committee could not be held earlier than May 20 and experts advised that waiting created “an unnecessary risk”. Cllr Hammond previously stressed that an emergency decision arose after “grave concerns” that residents could be seriously injured if immediate action was not taken.


thedailyecho--2020-05-15--Southampton woman thanks NHS after coronavirus recovery

A RETIRED Southampton teacher has finally returned home after a long battle with coronavirus .
Shian Segelov from Woolstonwas admitted to University Hospital Southampton last month .
Now recovered , Shian now hopes to save others from the virus by volunteering as part of our vaccination trial .
The former head of art at Redbridge Community School described her symptoms as developing `` without warning '' .
She said : “ I just thought I had the flu but I went down so fast , overnight .
I felt a bit tired , I had aching muscles and a bit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ went down with a very dry cough .
I had absolutely no energy .
I crawled upstairs to bed.
” Shian ’ s friends and family became increasingly concerned for her health and eventually made the decision to call for an ambulance .
“ I could see the blue flashing lights outside , but I didn ’ t think the ambulance was for me , '' she added .
Once admitted to the hospital 's general intensive care unit ( GICU ) , Shian was intubated and ventilated for nine days .
Speaking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said : “ I wasn ’ t here .
I was in some strange trippy nightmare ; a frightening world .
“ I was plugged into things with lots of drugs and a tube down my throat to my stomach .
`` I kept being moved onto my back , front and side as I was coming round , but it felt like I was hallucinating .
And then when I came round , I was being tended to.
” Shian ’ s sedation was gradually reduced as she recovered , and she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This started with sitting on the edge of the bed and progressed slowly to being able to stand .
Now recovering at home , Shian continues to build her strength daily with the support of her local community .
She said : `` All the staff were amazing – they saved my life .
I had a lot of one-to-one support .
They were so attentive to everybody ’ s needs , so kind and so giving of themselves .
`` “ I ’ m so lucky .
I have a lot of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve got so many beautiful people around me .
Two of my neighbours even deep-cleaned my house for me and another repaired my gate and cut my grass .
“ I know I had a lust for life before but it 's going to be ten times that now .
I don ’ t know how I ’ m going to squeeze it all in .
”

Shian Segelov from Woolstonwas admitted to University Hospital Southampton last month.
Now recovered, Shian now hopes to save others from the virus by volunteering as part of our vaccination trial.
The former head of art at Redbridge Community School described her symptoms as developing "without warning".
She said: “I just thought I had the flu but I went down so fast, overnight. I felt a bit tired, I had aching muscles and a bit of a temperature.
"Then I went down with a very dry cough. I had absolutely no energy. I crawled upstairs to bed.”
Shian’s friends and family became increasingly concerned for her health and eventually made the decision to call for an ambulance.
“I could see the blue flashing lights outside, but I didn’t think the ambulance was for me," she added.
Once admitted to the hospital's general intensive care unit (GICU), Shian was intubated and ventilated for nine days.
Speaking of her time in GICU, Shian said: “I wasn’t here. I was in some strange trippy nightmare; a frightening world.
“I was plugged into things with lots of drugs and a tube down my throat to my stomach.
"I kept being moved onto my back, front and side as I was coming round, but it felt like I was hallucinating. And then when I came round, I was being tended to.”
Shian’s sedation was gradually reduced as she recovered, and she began rehab with the therapy team. This started with sitting on the edge of the bed and progressed slowly to being able to stand.
Now recovering at home, Shian continues to build her strength daily with the support of her local community.
She said: "All the staff were amazing – they saved my life. I had a lot of one-to-one support. They were so attentive to everybody’s needs, so kind and so giving of themselves.
"“I’m so lucky. I have a lot of life left to live and I’ve got so many beautiful people around me. Two of my neighbours even deep-cleaned my house for me and another repaired my gate and cut my grass.
“I know I had a lust for life before but it's going to be ten times that now. I don’t know how I’m going to squeeze it all in.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-15--LETTER: Southampton's new Banksy should not be sold – here's why

I do not believe that Southampton General Hospital should sell it ’ s Banksy .
Firstly , they shouldn ’ @ @ @ @ @ for the NHS , as the NHS should be properly resourced , without the need @ @ @ @ @ , the art is a vivid tribute to NHS and social care staff , not @ @ @ @ @ .
If the artwork was sold it could disappear from public view , or go @ @ @ @ @ it could be brought and displayed in a public London gallery , but I believe @ @ @ @ @ Southampton .
Banky ’ s child and nurse superhero should either continue to be displayed @ @ @ @ @ should be given pride of place in the Civic Centre , or the City Art @ @ @ @ @ t be for sale , and it should remain in our city .

If the artwork was sold it could disappear from public view, or go abroad. And yes, it could be brought and displayed in a public London gallery, but I believe it should remain here in Southampton.
Banky’s child and nurse superhero should either continue to be displayed at SGH, or it should be given pride of place in the Civic Centre, or the City Art Gallery. It shouldn’t be for sale, and it should remain in our city.
Jon Walters
Hawkeswood Road, Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-05-15--Firefighter says farewell to Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service after 25 years

A FIREFIGHTER is now waving goodbye to his career in Hampshire after 25 years working in the region ’ s fire service .
Station commander Steve Buchanan-Lee , 54 , has worked at fire stations in Basingstoke , St Mary ’ s in Southampton , Redbridge Hill , Eastleigh , and was on the National Fire Chief Council at the Home Office , before he joined Southsea Fire Station .
Having originally been born in Lancaster , he first discovered the city when he studied geology at University of Southampton , and then went on to do teacher training at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ school teacher in Northern Ireland , he then “ stumbled into the fire service ” when he was 28 , and put a job application in for a Hampshire-based role after a friend recommended the job to him .
Steve , who lives in Southampton , said : “ I came to Hampshire and they gave me a transfer position .
I worked at a number of stations and being a teacher allowed me to use a lot of the same skills in the fire service .
“ My role as a nursery @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nice job to do , but I then put in an application , stumbled into the fire service , and off we went.
” Steve said a recent job tackling an explosion at Bitterne Firework Factory was a “ really significant ” memory for him .
He added : “ Most recently , there was the Bitterne firework fire .
It was a really significant event , as it was unusual that the fireworks all went off at once , and there was a massive explosion .
“ My most memorable times have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in particular as Station Commander at Eastleigh and more recently at Southsea .
“ The teams were fantastic as they are both professional firefighters and amazing people - always going above and beyond to serve the communities of Hampshire - it is after all , all about the people.
” His colleague and watch manager at Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service , Lacey Plumbley , said : “ Steve has been a huge part of Hampshire fire a nd rescue service .
His dedication and enthusiasm for people , their development and well @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Steve apart from the rest .
“ His passion for the job and his commitment to the people of Hampshire has been amazing .
I wish him every bit of luck in West Sussex .
Keep smiling Steve.
” The firefighter has now joined West Sussex Fire Station as Group Commander for their Eastern Response Group .
• Southampton reality star hopes to return to city nightclub after lockdown

Station commander Steve Buchanan-Lee, 54, has worked at fire stations in Basingstoke, St Mary’s in Southampton, Redbridge Hill, Eastleigh, and was on the National Fire Chief Council at the Home Office, before he joined Southsea Fire Station.
Having originally been born in Lancaster, he first discovered the city when he studied geology at University of Southampton, and then went on to do teacher training at Oxford University.
Later becoming a nursery school teacher in Northern Ireland, he then “stumbled into the fire service” when he was 28, and put a job application in for a Hampshire-based role after a friend recommended the job to him.
Steve, who lives in Southampton, said: “I came to Hampshire and they gave me a transfer position. I worked at a number of stations and being a teacher allowed me to use a lot of the same skills in the fire service.
“My role as a nursery teacher was a very fulfilling and equally nice job to do, but I then put in an application, stumbled into the fire service, and off we went.”
Steve said a recent job tackling an explosion at Bitterne Firework Factory was a “really significant” memory for him.
He added: “Most recently, there was the Bitterne firework fire. It was a really significant event, as it was unusual that the fireworks all went off at once, and there was a massive explosion.
“My most memorable times have been whilst serving on stations, and in particular as Station Commander at Eastleigh and more recently at Southsea.
“The teams were fantastic as they are both professional firefighters and amazing people - always going above and beyond to serve the communities of Hampshire - it is after all, all about the people.”
His colleague and watch manager at Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service, Lacey Plumbley, said: “Steve has been a huge part of Hampshire fire a
nd rescue service. His dedication and enthusiasm for people, their development and well being is something that will always stand Steve apart from the rest.
“His passion for the job and his commitment to the people of Hampshire has been amazing. I wish him every bit of luck in West Sussex. Keep smiling Steve.”
The firefighter has now joined West Sussex Fire Station as Group Commander for their Eastern Response Group.


thedailyecho--2020-05-15--Tribute to Woolston woman who died at 104 at Ferndale Care Home

THE family of a woman who died after making it to 104 years of age have paid tribute to her .
Long-standing resident of Woolston Mary Hewlett lived on Hazeleigh Avenue from 1939 until her 100th year , and spent her final years in residential care , where she died of old age .
Now , her family have paid tribute to Mary , who died at Ferndale Care Home in Southbourne , West Sussex .
They wrote : “ Our mother Mary Hewlett departed this life on March 26 at age 104 .
Her passing was a peaceful end @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ She had a deep concern for others , both for those she knew and those beyond her immediate circle .
“ Mum approached life ’ s challenges with forbearance and patience .
She was a serious individual who , whilst a lifelong member of the Church of England , was blessed with an enquiring mind which led her along many paths , including theosophy .
“ She valued the friendships and insights gained by attending St Mark ’ s Church , Woolston .
A vegetarian since her early years , our mother @ @ @ @ @ @ @ firm belief in the ability of the body to heal itself influenced her attitude to maintaining her health .
“ Crossword puzzles and a refusal to be beaten were passions she doggedly pursued .
“ Being of quiet and thoughtful nature , our mother was often found reading – she loved classical literature - or writing beautifully-constructed letters to her family and many friends .
To receive a letter was one of mum ’ s pleasures – she kept every one for enjoyment .
“ Our mother ’ s burial took place on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ came out to pay respect as she passed to her final resting place.
” Granddaughter Margot Greenall , 50 , said : “ Mary Hewlett is remembered by her granddaughter .
“ The death of my grandmother is keenly felt .
My grandmother was mother to three daughters , one of whom predeceased her .
She always made sure she knew how everyone was doing , never forgetting a birthday or event .
“ She received attentive care by the care home , I know she will have appreciated the kindness shown just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ her life will always be .
She will be greatly missed , leaving behind special memories.
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Long-standing resident of Woolston Mary Hewlett lived on Hazeleigh Avenue from 1939 until her 100th year, and spent her final years in residential care, where she died of old age.
Now, her family have paid tribute to Mary, who died at Ferndale Care Home in Southbourne, West Sussex.
They wrote: “Our mother Mary Hewlett departed this life on March 26 at age 104. Her passing was a peaceful end to a life devoted to pacifism.
“She had a deep concern for others, both for those she knew and those beyond her immediate circle.
“Mum approached life’s challenges with forbearance and patience. She was a serious individual who, whilst a lifelong member of the Church of England, was blessed with an enquiring mind which led her along many paths, including theosophy.
“She valued the friendships and insights gained by attending St Mark’s Church, Woolston. A vegetarian since her early years, our mother discovered Mazdaznan cookery, this and a firm belief in the ability of the body to heal itself influenced her attitude to maintaining her health.
“Crossword puzzles and a refusal to be beaten were passions she doggedly pursued.
“Being of quiet and thoughtful nature, our mother was often found reading – she loved classical literature - or writing beautifully-constructed letters to her family and many friends. To receive a letter was one of mum’s pleasures – she kept every one for enjoyment.
“Our mother’s burial took place on April 21 after many in Hazeleigh Avenue came out to pay respect as she passed to her final resting place.”
Granddaughter Margot Greenall, 50, said: “Mary Hewlett is remembered by her granddaughter.
“The death of my grandmother is keenly felt. My grandmother was mother to three daughters, one of whom predeceased her. She always made sure she knew how everyone was doing, never forgetting a birthday or event.
“She received attentive care by the care home, I know she will have appreciated the kindness shown just as the kindness she showed those in her life will always be. She will be greatly missed, leaving behind special memories.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-15--PHOTOS: Cannabis farm discovered at address on Mercury Close, Lordshill

A CANNABIS farm filled with 40 plants of the Class B illegal drug was discovered in a Southampton home .
The plants were found by officers while they executed a warrant at the address on Mercury Close , Lordshill , on Wednesday morning .
They had rammed into the property using a RED key .
This is known as a specially designed manual battering ram currently used by British Police forces to aid in gaining entry to premises .
All 40 weeds were seized during the warrant .
They also arrested a 27-year-old man on suspicion of cultivation of cannabis @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been released under investigation .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` We executed a warrant at an address in Mercury Close this morning ( Wednesday 13 May ) as part of Fortress , our response to tackling drug related harm .
`` Officers seized around 40 cannabis plants during the warrant .
`` We arrested a 27-year-old man on suspicion of cultivation of cannabis and abstracting electricity .
He has been released under investigation . ''
It comes as part of Hampshire Constabulary 's Operation Fortress , which aims to crack @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This raid was reportedly part of the operation , set up by Hampshire Police to tackle gun and knife crime across Southampton .
Police also confirmed that the warrant was not carried out at the same property that hosted a party on Mercury Close , on Saturday April 25 , and that the incidents were not linked to each other .
As previously reported by the Daily Echo , it was said that numbers of up to `` 40 people '' attended the party , which included smashing bottles , breaking wooden pallets @ @ @ @ @ @ @ until the early hours .
Eventually , police were called to the property to break-up the gathering .
Residents concerned about drug dealing in their area are urged to call police on 101 or via the Crimestoppers website anonymously .

The plants were found by officers while they executed a warrant at the address on Mercury Close, Lordshill, on Wednesday morning.
They had rammed into the property using a RED key.
This is known as a specially designed manual battering ram currently used by British Police forces to aid in gaining entry to premises.
All 40 weeds were seized during the warrant.
They also arrested a 27-year-old man on suspicion of cultivation of cannabis and abstracting electricity.
He has since been released under investigation.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We executed a warrant at an address in Mercury Close this morning (Wednesday 13 May) as part of Fortress, our response to tackling drug related harm.
"Officers seized around 40 cannabis plants during the warrant.
"We arrested a 27-year-old man on suspicion of cultivation of cannabis and abstracting electricity. He has been released under investigation."
It comes as part of Hampshire Constabulary's Operation Fortress, which aims to crack down on county lines drug trafficking.
This raid was reportedly part of the operation, set up by Hampshire Police to tackle gun and knife crime across Southampton.
Police also confirmed that the warrant was not carried out at the same property that hosted a party on Mercury Close, on Saturday April 25, and that the incidents were not linked to each other.
As previously reported by the Daily Echo, it was said that numbers of up to "40 people" attended the party, which included smashing bottles, breaking wooden pallets to make fires and playing loud music until the early hours.
Eventually, police were called to the property to break-up the gathering.
Residents concerned about drug dealing in their area are urged to call police on 101 or via the Crimestoppers website anonymously.


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thedailyecho--2020-05-15--Police arrest two people as search for missing teenage in Havant continues

POLICE have arrested two people on suspicion of kidnap as the search for a missing teenage continues .
Louise , 16 , was last seen at around midday on Friday , May 8 , in Somborne Drive , Havant .
It has now been a week she was last in contact with family or friends and officers are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen or spoken to her during this time .
Today , police investigating her disappearance have arrested a 29-year-old man and a 29-year-old woman , on suspicion of kidnap .
They remain in custody @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as : white ; around 5ft 2ins tall ; of slim build ; straight , black , shoulder-length hair .
She was last seen wearing black jeans , a black and white striped t-shirt , black trainers and a black coat with a fur hood .
She is wearing the same coat in this photograph .
Officers will be carrying out further enquiries in the area this evening and throughout the weekend .
Chief Inspector Alex Reading said : “ We ’ d like to reassure people that this is still very much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is to find Louise and make sure she is safe .
“ We have been working hard since Louise was reported missing to locate her and so far we have received great support from the community , for which we are very thankful .
“ I know the public would expect us to explore all lines of enquiries in order to find Louise and as such we must move forward with an open mind as to where she might be .
“ Our work will continue over the weekend , with searches within @ @ @ @ @ @ @ anyone has any concerns or if you think you might have some information which might help , please speak to us .
“ As you will appreciate , this an ongoing investigation so we are unable to go into any further details at this time , but please be assured we are doing everything we can to find Louise.
” He added : “ Louise , if you are reading this , please call us and let us know you are ok. We just want to know that you are safe .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ us , then please call a friend or a loved one – we need to know that you are ok. ” If you think you may have seen Louise , or have information about where she might be , please call us on 101 , quoting the reference number 44200163113 , or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

It was reported on Friday that police had arrested two people on suspicion of kidnap.
Louise, 16, was last seen at around midday on Friday, May 8, in Somborne Drive, Havant.
Police renew appeal to find missing Louise, 16, from Havant
It has now been a week she was last in contact with family or friends and officers are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen or spoken to her during this time, while investigations continue.
Louise is described as: white; around 5ft 2ins tall; of slim build; straight, black, shoulder-length hair.
She was last seen wearing black jeans, a black and white striped t-shirt, black trainers and a black coat with a fur hood. She is wearing the same coat in this photograph.
Officers will be carrying out further enquiries in the area this evening and throughout the weekend.
Chief Inspector Alex Reading said: “We’d like to reassure people that this is still very much a missing person investigation and our priority is to find Louise and make sure she is safe.
“We have been working hard since Louise was reported missing to locate her and so far we have received great support from the community, for which we are very thankful.
“I know the public would expect us to explore all lines of enquiries in order to find Louise and as such we must move forward with an open mind as to where she might be.
“Our work will continue over the weekend, with searches within the Leigh Park area, so if anyone has any concerns or if you think you might have some information which might help, please speak to us.
“As you will appreciate, this an ongoing investigation so we are unable to go into any further details at this time, but please be assured we are doing everything we can to find Louise.”
He added: “Louise, if you are reading this, please call us and let us know you are ok. We just want to know that you are safe.
“If you feel you cannot call us, then please call a friend or a loved one – we need to know that you are ok.”
If you think you may have seen Louise, or have information about where she might be, please call us on 101, quoting the reference number 44200163113, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-05-15--Man threatened to stab staff at Wilko in Southampton

MAN threatened to stab store staff with knife and needles in Southampton .
Police are investigation an incident in which a man threatened to stab a member of staff at Wilko on Harbour Parade before trying to bite and spit at him .
The incident happened on Monday , May 11 , at 11.28am after a man left the store with hair products , without making payment .
A member of staff challenged the man outside the store .
The man then threatened to stab the member of staff with a knife and needles before trying to bite and spit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ off on a push bike .
No weapon was seen and no contact was made during the incident .
Now officers have released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with the assault .
The man is described as being white , 6 feet 2 inches tall , slim build with long brown hair and a beard , wearing a blue quilted jacket , green sweat pants , black trainers and had a blue and white push bike .
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t clear but if you recognise this man or have any information that could assist us with our investigation please call 101 quoting 44200166316 .
`` Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 , or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org . ''

Police are investigation an incident in which a man threatened to stab a member of staff at Wilko on Harbour Parade before trying to bite and spit at him.
The incident happened on Monday, May 11, at 11.28am after a man left the store with hair products, without making payment.
A member of staff challenged the man outside the store.
The man then threatened to stab the member of staff with a knife and needles before trying to bite and spit at him. The man then made off on a push bike.
No weapon was seen and no contact was made during the incident.
Now officers have released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with the assault.
The man is described as being white, 6 feet 2 inches tall, slim build with long brown hair and a beard, wearing a blue quilted jacket, green sweat pants, black trainers and had a blue and white push bike.
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said: "We know the CCTV image isn’t clear but if you recognise this man or have any information that could assist us with our investigation please call 101 quoting 44200166316.
"Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org."


thedailyecho--2020-05-15--Coronavirus: Three more patients die in Hampshire

A FURTHER three people who tested positive for coronavirus have died in Hampshire .
Figures released by the NHS this @ @ @ @ @ more patients have died in Hampshire .
This brings the total number of deaths in @ @ @ @ @ from 535 recorded at the same time yesterday .
At UHS , 165 patients have @ @ @ @ @ the virus , up by one in the last 24 hours .
At Hampshire Hospitals @ @ @ @ @ people have died with an increase of one since yesterday .
In total , 208 @ @ @ @ @ Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust after contracting the virus , with no increase in the last @ @ @ @ @ NHS Foundation Trust has recorded 17 patient deaths after testing positive for Covid-19 , an @ @ @ @

Figures released by the NHS this afternoon have revealed that three more patients have died in Hampshire.
This brings the total number of deaths in the county up to 538 from 535 recorded at the same time yesterday.
The statistics cover University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS), Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
At UHS, 165 patients have died who tested positive for the virus, up by one in the last 24 hours.
At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, 148 people have died with an increase of one since yesterday.
In total, 208 people have died at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust after contracting the virus, with no increase in the last 24 hours.
Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust has recorded 17 patient deaths after testing positive for Covid-19, an increase of one.


thedailyecho--2020-05-15--Emergency services rush to Southampton Royal Pier after man climbs navigation marker

EMERGENCY services have rushed to Southampton Royal Pier after a man climbed to the top of the navigation marker .
@ @ @ @ @ incident in Mayflower Park and the Town Quay area following concerns raised for the welfare @ @ @ @ @ pier .
A witness said that police , Calshot Lifeboat and Harbour Patrol are all @ @ @ @ @ that Mayflower Park has been closed .
The bystander added that the pier is `` @ @ @ @ @ structure '' .
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said : `` I can confirm that officers @ @ @ @ @ Quay area following concerns raised for the welfare of a man at the pier .
@ @ @ @ @ at this time . ''

Officers are currently attending the incident in Mayflower Park and the Town Quay area following concerns raised for the welfare of a man on the pier.
A witness said that police, Calshot Lifeboat and Harbour Patrol are all at the scene, and that Mayflower Park has been closed.
The bystander added that the pier is "deemed to be an unsafe structure".
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "I can confirm that officers are currently in the Town Quay area following concerns raised for the welfare of a man at the pier.
"The incident is ongoing at this time."
More to follow...


thedailyecho--2020-05-16--Former La Ma studio hairdresser dies of pancreatic cancer

IT STRIKES around 8,500 people across the country every year and is known as the silent killer .
Pancreatic cancer is notoriously difficult to treat because it rarely produces symptoms until the disease is well advanced , resulting in a 95 % mortality rate .
Now the family of a retired hairdresser from Hampshire are attempting to raise awareness of the condition .
Debbie Raffo , who has died aged 66 , worked in the same salon for 44 years after answering a job advertisement in the Daily Echo .
She joined the La Ma hair studio in Fryern Arcade @ @ @ @ @ @ @ age of 15 , eventually taking over the business and renaming it Raffo 's when the owner retired .
Debbie , of Boyatt Wood , closed the salon in 2013 but continued to serve some of her regular customers by visiting them in their own homes .
She was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in December last year , just weeks after a cousin had died of the disease , and discovered it can be heredity .
Her sister , Sarah Tratt , of Eastleigh , said : `` Throughout Debbie 's illness she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ signs and symptoms of the disease .
`` Her cancer was inoperable because it had already spread to the duodenum .
She started chemotherapy in the hope the cancer would shrink and an operation might become possible , but lost her battle on May 5 . ''
Now her family are fulfilling Debbie 's dying wish by continuing her mission to inform people about the disease .
Sarah said : `` Pancreatic cancer is known as the silent killer .
I 'd like to make people aware of the signs and symptoms so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be caught early enough for an operation to be possible . ''
Pancreatic cancer is the fifth biggest cancer killer in England , with around 7,800 deaths every year .
The five-year survival rate is just 6.9 % .
Symptoms can include indigestion , depression , jaundice , pale and smelly stools , unexplained weight loss , upper abdominal pain and pain on eating .
Sarah said : `` Debbie fought a very brave battle and thought of others until the end , including her wish to continue to raise awareness and thank @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Donations in her memory can be made to Pancreatic Cancer UK via Rogers Funeral Directors in Eastleigh .

Pancreatic cancer is notoriously difficult to treat because it rarely produces symptoms until the disease is well advanced, resulting in a 95% mortality rate.
Now the family of a retired hairdresser from Hampshire are attempting to raise awareness of the condition.
Debbie Raffo, who has died aged 66, worked in the same salon for 44 years after answering a job advertisement in the Daily Echo.
She joined the La Ma hair studio in Fryern Arcade, Chandler's Ford, at the age of 15, eventually taking over the business and renaming it Raffo's when the owner retired.
Debbie, of Boyatt Wood, closed the salon in 2013 but continued to serve some of her regular customers by visiting them in their own homes.
She was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in December last year, just weeks after a cousin had died of the disease, and discovered it can be heredity.
Her sister, Sarah Tratt, of Eastleigh, said: "Throughout Debbie's illness she remained keen to raise awareness about the signs and symptoms of the disease.
"Her cancer was inoperable because it had already spread to the duodenum. She started chemotherapy in the hope the cancer would shrink and an operation might become possible, but lost her battle on May 5."
Now her family are fulfilling Debbie's dying wish by continuing her mission to inform people about the disease.
Sarah said: "Pancreatic cancer is known as the silent killer. I'd like to make people aware of the signs and symptoms so there's a chance that cases can be caught early enough for an operation to be possible."
Pancreatic cancer is the fifth biggest cancer killer in England, with around 7,800 deaths every year. The five-year survival rate is just 6.9%.
Symptoms can include indigestion, depression, jaundice, pale and smelly stools, unexplained weight loss, upper abdominal pain and pain on eating.
Sarah said: "Debbie fought a very brave battle and thought of others until the end, including her wish to continue to raise awareness and thank all her clients for their custom."
Donations in her memory can be made to Pancreatic Cancer UK via Rogers Funeral Directors in Eastleigh.


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thedailyecho--2020-05-16--St Mary's Independent School, Southampton, in administration


thedailyecho--2020-05-16--Two arrested as search for missing Havant teenager continues

POLICE have arrested two people on suspicion of kidnap as the search for a missing teenager continues .
Louise , 16 , was last seen at around midday on Friday , May 8 , in Somborne Drive , Havant .
It has now been a week she was last in contact with family or friends and officers are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen or spoken to her during this time .
Today , police investigating her disappearance have arrested a 29-year-old man and a 29-year-old woman , on suspicion of kidnap .
They remain in custody @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as : white ; around 5ft 2ins tall ; of slim build ; straight , black , shoulder-length hair .
She was last seen wearing black jeans , a black and white striped t-shirt , black trainers and a black coat with a fur hood .
She is wearing the same coat in this photograph .
Officers will be carrying out further enquiries in the area this evening and throughout the weekend .
Chief Inspector Alex Reading said : “ We ’ d like to reassure people that this is still very much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is to find Louise and make sure she is safe .
“ We have been working hard since Louise was reported missing to locate her and so far we have received great support from the community , for which we are very thankful .
“ I know the public would expect us to explore all lines of enquiries in order to find Louise and as such we must move forward with an open mind as to where she might be .
“ Our work will continue over the weekend , with searches within @ @ @ @ @ @ @ anyone has any concerns or if you think you might have some information which might help , please speak to us .
“ As you will appreciate , this an ongoing investigation so we are unable to go into any further details at this time , but please be assured we are doing everything we can to find Louise.
” He added : “ Louise , if you are reading this , please call us and let us know you are ok. We just want to know that you are safe .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ us , then please call a friend or a loved one – we need to know that you are ok. ” If you think you may have seen Louise , or have information about where she might be , please call us on 101 , quoting the reference number 44200163113 , or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .