thedailyecho--2020-06-23--Donation from Southampton hotel chain helps pay for 12,000 free meals during lockdown

THE donation from a Southampton hotel chain has helped pay for 12,000 free school meals for vulnerable children across the city .
After hosting a Hospitality Awards event earlier this year , the Southampton Region Hoteliers Association decided to donate all of the profits to FareShare , a charity aimed at relieving food poverty and reducing food waste in the UK .
The collaborative group of Southampton-based hotels managed to raise more than £3,000 for the charity , topping their donation of £2,500 in 2019 .
While no one could have predicted that shortly after the awards event in February @ @ @ @ @ @ @ close their doors due to the coronavirus pandemic , hotel bosses ensured that the money raised would still be donated to FareShare , who have now used the funding to create 12,000 school meals for children during the lockdown .
Richard Powell , Chair of the association and General Manager of New Place Hotel is `` proud '' to have played a small part in helping the charity at time where they need help `` more than ever '' .
He said : `` The pandemic has caused huge challenges for the hospitality @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the Hospitality Awards was a great way for us to be able to support our local communities .
We know that now more than ever , the work the charity does is essential for ensuring food reaches vulnerable people and we are proud to have been able to play a small part . ''
Claire Martin , Business Development Manager of FareShare Southern Central said , “ The situation that COVID-19 has forced us all in to is one that nobody could have foreseen .
Because of this many schools have had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in strained financial situations , as parents have been put on furlough , had to claim benefits along with having to provide their children breakfast & lunch which usually they would be provided in school .
`` The generous donation from Southampton Hotelier Hospitality Awards has meant that we have been able to support schools in Southampton , who have remained open .
The service they have been offering their parents has been very different from their usual service , as many have been supporting their families with food parcels .
This donation @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been able to support these schools with 12,000 meals .
What an amazing volume of meals and I personally can not thank them all enough .
”

After hosting a Hospitality Awards event earlier this year, the Southampton Region Hoteliers Association decided to donate all of the profits to FareShare, a charity aimed at relieving food poverty and reducing food waste in the UK.
The collaborative group of Southampton-based hotels managed to raise more than £3,000 for the charity, topping their donation of £2,500 in 2019.
While no one could have predicted that shortly after the awards event in February, every hotel involved would have to close their doors due to the coronavirus pandemic, hotel bosses ensured that the money raised would still be donated to FareShare, who have now used the funding to create 12,000 school meals for children during the lockdown.
Richard Powell, Chair of the association and General Manager of New Place Hotel managed by Legacy Hotels and Resorts, is "proud" to have played a small part in helping the charity at time where they need help "more than ever".
He said: "The pandemic has caused huge challenges for the hospitality industry, but donating the £3,000 raised at the Hospitality Awards was a great way for us to be able to support our local communities. We know that now more than ever, the work the charity does is essential for ensuring food reaches vulnerable people and we are proud to have been able to play a small part."
Claire Martin, Business Development Manager of FareShare Southern Central said, “The situation that COVID-19 has forced us all in to is one that nobody could have foreseen. Because of this many schools have had to close, families have found themselves in strained financial situations, as parents have been put on furlough, had to claim benefits along with having to provide their children breakfast & lunch which usually they would be provided in school.
"The generous donation from Southampton Hotelier Hospitality Awards has meant that we have been able to support schools in Southampton, who have remained open. The service they have been offering their parents has been very different from their usual service, as many have been supporting their families with food parcels. This donation of £3,000 has meant that we have been able to support these schools with 12,000 meals. What an amazing volume of meals and I personally can not thank them all enough.”


thedailyecho--2020-06-23--Plans submitted for new homes in Hedge End

PLANS to build four new homes in Hedge End have been submitted to civic chiefs .
An application has been @ @ @ @ @ Council for the construction of two detached four-bedroom homes and two linked detached three-bedroom homes @ @ @ @ @ End .
As part of the proposal , it is said that the existing dwelling @ @ @ @ @ Road will be demolished , and new garages , car parking and access onto Bursledon @ @ @ @ @ .
The plans were submitted to civic chiefs in Eastleigh on June 3 , but @ @ @ @ @ be made .
The consultation period is scheduled to end on August 7 , where @ @ @ @ @ made on the plans .

An application has been submitted to the Eastleigh Borough Council for the construction of two detached four-bedroom homes and two linked detached three-bedroom homes on Bursledon Road in Hedge End.
As part of the proposal, it is said that the existing dwelling and garages at 82 Bursledon Road will be demolished, and new garages, car parking and access onto Bursledon Road will also be constructed.
The plans were submitted to civic chiefs in Eastleigh on June 3, but a decision is yet to be made.
The consultation period is scheduled to end on August 7, where a formal decision will be made on the plans.


thedailyecho--2020-06-23--Communicare in Southampton are appealing for more drivers

A SOUTHAMPTON charity is urgently appealing for more volunteer drivers to help transport its vulnerable people to urgent medical appointments throughout the summer .
Communicare , charity aimed at tackling loneliness in Southampton , is urgently appealing for help with the collection and return of isolated and lonely residents to their homes when they have GP appointments and hospital outpatient clinics to attend .
Hannah Silver , a charity trustee and volunteer , said : “ We ’ re a friendly , neighbourhood charity that enriches the lives of lonely and isolated people in and around the city .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have wellbeing issues .
“ As many of our existing volunteers are also aged over 70 and may be classed as vulnerable , we need now to find others who can help us with transporting people to their essential appointments.
” Its services are linked to hosting face-to-face social events , such as regular lunches and tea parties for service users , but the charity is currently unable to organise such activities due to the coronavirus pandemic .
Communicare urgently needs people who are available Monday to Friday , 8am to 5pm to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that have four-door cars too to allow for social distancing .
The charity ’ s Good Neighbours ’ Network normally supports around 400 individuals and families annually , covering more than 2,300 tasks .
Drivers are offered simple and basic training on topics such as safeguarding and developing listening skills and can choose the level of commitment and involvement they wish to have .
Following Government guidance , appropriate PPE is provided too .
Hannah added : “ Drivers work 30 minutes to an hour a week , or on a pre-agreed ‘ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ individual ’ s availability .
If you can spare a few hours , please do get in touch .
`` It would mean such a lot to our service users who are unable to make their own way to these essential medical appointments .
“ Anyone who volunteers for us now will have their application and our recruitment process fast tracked .
`` With the Government ’ s support , we ’ re getting references and DBS checks done as quickly as we can , so volunteers can be operational as soon as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with transport will go through our recruitment process as normal , with all the same policies applying .
This will mean that we are confident about the safety of those we are trying to help .
”

Communicare, charity aimed at tackling loneliness in Southampton, is urgently appealing for help with the collection and return of isolated and lonely residents to their homes when they have GP appointments and hospital outpatient clinics to attend.
Hannah Silver, a charity trustee and volunteer, said: “We’re a friendly, neighbourhood charity that enriches the lives of lonely and isolated people in and around the city.
"Our service users are mainly elderly and have wellbeing issues.
“As many of our existing volunteers are also aged over 70 and may be classed as vulnerable, we need now to find others who can help us with transporting people to their essential appointments.”
Its services are linked to hosting face-to-face social events, such as regular lunches and tea parties for service users, but the charity is currently unable to organise such activities due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Communicare urgently needs people who are available Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm to coincide with medical appointment times and those that have four-door cars too to allow for social distancing.
The charity’s Good Neighbours’ Network normally supports around 400 individuals and families annually, covering more than 2,300 tasks.
Drivers are offered simple and basic training on topics such as safeguarding and developing listening skills and can choose the level of commitment and involvement they wish to have.
Following Government guidance, appropriate PPE is provided too.
Hannah added: “Drivers work 30 minutes to an hour a week, or on a pre-agreed ‘on-call’ basis, depending on the individual’s availability. If you can spare a few hours, please do get in touch.
"It would mean such a lot to our service users who are unable to make their own way to these essential medical appointments.
“Anyone who volunteers for us now will have their application and our recruitment process fast tracked.
"With the Government’s support, we’re getting references and DBS checks done as quickly as we can, so volunteers can be operational as soon as possible.
"Those wishing to help with transport will go through our recruitment process as normal, with all the same policies applying. This will mean that we are confident about the safety of those we are trying to help.”


thedailyecho--2020-06-23--Five days of roadworks in Eastleigh

Five days of roadworks in Eastleigh

Five days of roadworks will soon be taking place on a road in Eastleigh .
From Thursday July 2 until @ @ @ @ @ County Council will be working on Allbrook Hill ( B3335 ) in Eastleigh .
Workers @ @ @ @ @ series of carriageway patchworks and repairs and line markings will be installed upon completion .
@ @ @ @ @ waiting cones will be required on both sides of Allbrook Hill .
These works will @ @ @ @ @ house number 89 on Allbrook Hill , and this will be for the entire duration @ @ @ @ @ have been warned that delays will be likely because the road will remain closed while @ @ @ @ @ There is currently no diversion route in place .

From Thursday July 2 until Monday July 6, Hampshire County Council will be working on Allbrook Hill (B3335) in Eastleigh.
Workers will be carrying out a series of carriageway patchworks and repairs and line markings will be installed upon completion.
During this time, no waiting cones will be required on both sides of Allbrook Hill.
These works will be taking place outside of house number 89 on Allbrook Hill, and this will be for the entire duration of the works.
Drivers have been warned that delays will be likely because the road will remain closed while works are carried out.
There is currently no diversion route in place.


thedailyecho--2020-06-23--Hampshire sailor wins national virtual sailing championship

A HAMPSHIRE sailor has won the national final of an eSailing Championship .
Mike O'Donovan , 19 , from Stokes Bay Sailing Club in Gosport has sailed his way to the top of the leader board and first place in the national final of the RYA eSailing Spring Class Championship on Saturday June 20 .
Battling it out against his fellow racers on the virtual waters , Mike , representing the UK Laser Association fought off tough competition from 18 of the best eSailing class racers from around the country in a series of five races , to take the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of `` Déjà vu '' , Mike ended with a tally of first , second and third , enabling him to discard two races with finishes of fourth and eighth .
Commenting on the win , he said : `` It was really tight racing through-out and I ’ m really happy to win the RYA eSailing Spring Class Championship .
I sailed really well through-out the final and was able to get away from the start line into clean air in most of the races – which is really important to get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ came down to the final race where I had to make some strategic decisions .
I changed tactics here as I knew that I had to beat just one other sailor in particular to win , so I followed him closely and still ended up taking third in the final race , which I was really pleased with.
” As part of his prize , the 19-year-old will receive a question and answer session for his class with a member of the British Sailing Team .

Mike O'Donovan, 19, from Stokes Bay Sailing Club in Gosport has sailed his way to the top of the leader board and first place in the national final of the RYA eSailing Spring Class Championship on Saturday June 20.
Battling it out against his fellow racers on the virtual waters, Mike, representing the UK Laser Association fought off tough competition from 18 of the best eSailing class racers from around the country in a series of five races, to take the crown.
Sailing under the sail name of "Déjà vu", Mike ended with a tally of first, second and third, enabling him to discard two races with finishes of fourth and eighth.
Commenting on the win, he said: "It was really tight racing through-out and I’m really happy to win the RYA eSailing Spring Class Championship. I sailed really well through-out the final and was able to get away from the start line into clean air in most of the races – which is really important to get a good start.
"It all came down to the final race where I had to make some strategic decisions. I changed tactics here as I knew that I had to beat just one other sailor in particular to win, so I followed him closely and still ended up taking third in the final race, which I was really pleased with.”
As part of his prize, the 19-year-old will receive a question and answer session for his class with a member of the British Sailing Team.


thedailyecho--2020-06-23--Plans for West End home submitted

Plans for West End home submitted

AN application has been submitted to the Eastleigh Borough Council for the construction of another home in West End .
@ @ @ @ @ of a two-bedroom detached dwelling , as well as access , parking and associated works @ @ @ @ @ End .
As part of the proposal , it is suggested that room for a @ @ @ @ @ be allocated at the site of the new home , bringing the total up to @ @ @ @ @ yet been any objections to the application that was submitted on June 8 and a @ @ @ @ @ made on whether the plans will be allowed to go ahead .
The consultation period @ @ @ @ @ July 2 , when civic chiefs will come to a decision .

The plans include the erection of a two-bedroom detached dwelling, as well as access, parking and associated works on Moorhill Road in West End.
As part of the proposal, it is suggested that room for a further two parking spaces will be allocated at the site of the new home, bringing the total up to four.
There has not yet been any objections to the application that was submitted on June 8 and a decision is yet to be made on whether the plans will be allowed to go ahead.
The consultation period is scheduled to end on July 2, when civic chiefs will come to a decision.


thedailyecho--2020-06-23--More than £16 million paid to Eastleigh businesses impacted by coronavirus

MORE than £16 million paid out in emergency support to Eastleigh businesses who have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic @ @ @ @ @ distributed to a total of £1,223 borough businesses , with more money still available .
@ @ @ @ @ council is currently processing a steady stream of applications coming through from businesses .
Civic @ @ @ @ @ is still money available to be claimed , and any business owners impacted by the @ @ @ @ @ to continue to apply for the government grants .
While some businesses may not be @ @ @ @ @ the government has also launched a `` Bounce Back '' loan scheme , which businesses @ @ @ @ @ them survive now that restrictions are beginning to be eased .

The grants have been distributed to a total of £1,223 borough businesses, with more money still available.
The Economy Team at the council is currently processing a steady stream of applications coming through from businesses.
Civic chiefs have confirmed that there is still money available to be claimed, and any business owners impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic have been encouraged to continue to apply for the government grants.
While some businesses may not be eligible for the funding, the government has also launched a "Bounce Back" loan scheme, which businesses can apply for to help them survive now that restrictions are beginning to be eased.


thedailyecho--2020-06-23--Flexible working requests expected to rise

LEADING Hampshire employers have been speaking about their experience with flexible working in the coronavirus lockdown .
Southampton-based law firm Paris Smith has been harvesting opinion on the issue as it urges employers to follow the rules on requests for flexible working .
James Cretney , chief executive of Marwell Wildlife in Winchester , said : “ We have 300 people on the payroll .
People really enjoying working here and want to get back to work , but the reality is that some people will need to continue working from home in order to balance things in their lives @ @ @ @ @ @ @ real issue for many and , going forwards , we ’ ll do all we can to help .
We ’ ve always been very open to flexible working requests and judge on output not time in the office.
” Andrew Edmonds , managing partner at accountants Smith & Williamson in Southampton , said : “ Everyone is now working remotely and flexibly .
Those with small children have been worst affected and , in the short term , we have agreed full flexibility on when they work – weekends , 6am starts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it work .
“ We have asked our local office who would like to come back in phase one when we reopen – only three said yes .
In practice I think everyone is still scared to mix with anyone outside of his or her immediate social group .
In practice it is much easier to close an office than it will be to reopen one , a bit like the country as a whole.
” He said he expected more home working and online meetings with clients , but junior staff would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time .
“ Some have struggled working remotely where they don ’ t have the support of more experienced team mates to train them , ” he said .
Malcolm Thixton , office managing partner at BDO in Southampton , said : “ We are expecting an increase in flexible working requests .
In a recent survey , most of our people were finding it easy to work effectively out of the office , but it did not work for everyone .
“ Positive comments focused on the amount of time saved from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at home .
From a business point of view it is important that agile working works for us and we have an appropriate amount of time for effective internal and external face to face engagement.
” Colin Williams , director of Williams Shipping in Southampton , said : “ We have had requests from several staff asking if they can work from home on a permanent basis .
Our experience is that home working is proving to be productive and it may well be that we will allow certain staff to work at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , perhaps two to three days a week , but decisions will be made on an individual basis .
“ However , we do not believe that permanent and total remote working would not be good for the company or staff members as over time their absence may result in them feeling they are no longer part of a team – and they would possibly lose touch with the overall business and its culture.
” Gail Thomas , vice-president and managing director in Europe for TW Metals , based in Nursling , said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ flexible working within the office environment and within certain guidelines .
The current crisis has forced the company to be more flexible and allow home working.
” The business did not have enough laptops for home working , so many staff had to make room for desktop computers at home .
“ As the very nature of the emergency did not allow the company to assess the suitability of either the role for homeworking of the suitability of home environment , we are now having to manage the wide variances of the employees @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their attitude to risk and the attitude of their family members to risk , ” she said .
“ This is looking like it could be a large burden for the company to manage .
The company can not afford yet another cost to employ staff that are reluctant to work away from home .
Right now we are concerned and very focused on protecting jobs and reducing costs not adding to them ; with a 50 per cent drop in revenue and the forecast of three years before we return to pre @ @ @ @ @ @ @ numbers is a massive challenge.
” Paris Smith says staff have a legal right to ask for permanent flexible working .
Requests are often dealt with informally , but there is a formal process and staff can complain to a tribunal if it is not followed .
Failing to deal with an application reasonably and failing to give a decision within a set period are among the grounds for complaint .
Paris Smith said employers should tread especially carefully if the employee has caring responsibilities or a disability .
The firm said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for more flexibility so they can work from home more often , or to change their hours to avoid rush hour commutes .
“ Given how well home working has worked for many employers and employees , turning down a flexible working request may have just become a whole lot harder .
However , there are many plus points .
Employers may be able to retain employees who have long commutes or caring responsibilities , when otherwise such employees may have left to find more convenient work .
”

Southampton-based law firm Paris Smith has been harvesting opinion on the issue as it urges employers to follow the rules on requests for flexible working.
James Cretney, chief executive of Marwell Wildlife in Winchester, said: “We have 300 people on the payroll. People really enjoying working here and want to get back to work, but the reality is that some people will need to continue working from home in order to balance things in their lives.
“Childcare arrangements have been a real issue for many and, going forwards, we’ll do all we can to help. We’ve always been very open to flexible working requests and judge on output not time in the office.”
Andrew Edmonds, managing partner at accountants Smith & Williamson in Southampton, said: “Everyone is now working remotely and flexibly. Those with small children have been worst affected and, in the short term, we have agreed full flexibility on when they work – weekends, 6am starts, 2pm start in order to make it work.
“We have asked our local office who would like to come back in phase one when we reopen – only three said yes. In practice I think everyone is still scared to mix with anyone outside of his or her immediate social group. In practice it is much easier to close an office than it will be to reopen one, a bit like the country as a whole.”
He said he expected more home working and online meetings with clients, but junior staff would be expected to attend most of the time. “Some have struggled working remotely where they don’t have the support of more experienced team mates to train them,” he said.
Malcolm Thixton, office managing partner at BDO in Southampton, said: “We are expecting an increase in flexible working requests. In a recent survey, most of our people were finding it easy to work effectively out of the office, but it did not work for everyone.
“Positive comments focused on the amount of time saved from commuting and that they had fewer distractions at home. From a business point of view it is important that agile working works for us and we have an appropriate amount of time for effective internal and external face to face engagement.”
Colin Williams, director of Williams Shipping in Southampton, said: “We have had requests from several staff asking if they can work from home on a permanent basis. Our experience is that home working is proving to be productive and it may well be that we will allow certain staff to work at home for a proportion of the time, perhaps two to three days a week, but decisions will be made on an individual basis.
“However, we do not believe that permanent and total remote working would not be good for the company or staff members as over time their absence may result in them feeling they are no longer part of a team – and they would possibly lose touch with the overall business and its culture.”
Gail Thomas, vice-president and managing director in Europe for TW Metals, based in Nursling, said: “Historically we have only offered flexible working within the office environment and within certain guidelines. The current crisis has forced the company to be more flexible and allow home working.”
The business did not have enough laptops for home working, so many staff had to make room for desktop computers at home.
“As the very nature of the emergency did not allow the company to assess the suitability of either the role for homeworking of the suitability of home environment, we are now having to manage the wide variances of the employees’ expectations and this is impacted by their attitude to risk and the attitude of their family members to risk,” she said.
“This is looking like it could be a large burden for the company to manage. The company cannot afford yet another cost to employ staff that are reluctant to work away from home. Right now we are concerned and very focused on protecting jobs and reducing costs not adding to them; with a 50 per cent drop in revenue and the forecast of three years before we return to pre pandemic levels, retaining the current staffing numbers is a massive challenge.”
Paris Smith says staff have a legal right to ask for permanent flexible working. Requests are often dealt with informally, but there is a formal process and staff can complain to a tribunal if it is not followed.
Failing to deal with an application reasonably and failing to give a decision within a set period are among the grounds for complaint. Paris Smith said employers should tread especially carefully if the employee has caring responsibilities or a disability.
The firm said: “We suspect employees will be asking for more flexibility so they can work from home more often, or to change their hours to avoid rush hour commutes.
“Given how well home working has worked for many employers and employees, turning down a flexible working request may have just become a whole lot harder. However, there are many plus points. Employers may be able to retain employees who have long commutes or caring responsibilities, when otherwise such employees may have left to find more convenient work.”


thedailyecho--2020-06-23--O2 stores across region now open - with Covid-19 protection protocol in place

The teams running the O2 ’ s stores in Eastleigh , Havant , Shirley , Southsea and Waterlooville are pleased to announce the re-opening of these outlets as of June 15 , with the award-winning franchise taking every possible step to ensure the safety of the customers and staff .
Head of operations , Chris Tongue , is delighted to welcome back customers saying : “ It ’ s safe to come and see us ” , adding that customers are now able to take advantage O2 ’ s innovative virtual queueing system which has been implemented to manage customer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than ever to keep customers connected , ” said Chris .
“ With the use of the virtual queuing technology all customer will skip long standing queues and instead join a virtual system , receiving a text when an advisor is ready to assist them in a personal one on one appointment .
“ NHS and Care Workers who show their ID badges will also be given VIP access to skip the queue to speak to an advisor in store.
” Chris and the teams in Eastleigh , Havant , Shirley , Southsea @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Christchurch , Winton and Weymouth , have been meticulous in putting in place the necessary infrastructure ensure both customers and staff are kept safe , with 2 meter social distancing in place and sanitizing items are available to all customers when they walk in .
The system has been checked by the O2 health and safety department and Chris is promising O2 customers a ‘ pleasant environment ’ when they come to visit .
Chris said : “ We have been planning and preparing for the reopening of the shops with safety @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our minds , and all staff have been provided with PPE .
“ From the first step you take on entering the shop to the point when you leave , we have thought through each and every one of those steps .
“ There will be hand sanitiser at the entrance to each shop , and a marked one-way system like those we have seen work effectively in supermarkets to guide customers and ensure social distancing .
Seating arrangement are set two meters apart , while staff will be wearing full clear plastic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of retail , O2 is welcoming customers back with a range of great deals , including six months free Disney+ subscriptions for new and upgrading customers .
Customers can also enjoy a host of sim only deals , including 10GB for £10 on an 18-month contract , whilst data-hungry fans can get a massive 100GB of data for just £20 on a 12-month contract .
Terms apply

“It's more important than ever to keep customers connected,” said Chris. “With the use of the virtual queuing technology all customer will skip long standing queues and instead join a virtual system, receiving a text when an advisor is ready to assist them in a personal one on one appointment.
“NHS and Care Workers who show their ID badges will also be given VIP access to skip the queue to speak to an advisor in store.”
Stay safe - social distancing measure in the O2 store, Shirley
Chris and the teams in Eastleigh, Havant, Shirley, Southsea and Waterlooville, as well as those in Christchurch, Winton and Weymouth, have been meticulous in putting in place the necessary infrastructure ensure both customers and staff are kept safe, with 2 meter social distancing in place and sanitizing items are available to all customers when they walk in. The system has been checked by the O2 health and safety department and Chris is promising O2 customers a ‘pleasant environment’ when they come to visit.
Chris said: “We have been planning and preparing for the reopening of the shops with safety of the customer and staff uppermost in our minds, and all staff have been provided with PPE.
“From the first step you take on entering the shop to the point when you leave, we have thought through each and every one of those steps.
“There will be hand sanitiser at the entrance to each shop, and a marked one-way system like those we have seen work effectively in supermarkets to guide customers and ensure social distancing. Seating arrangement are set two meters apart, while staff will be wearing full clear plastic face shields.”
To celebrate the return of retail, O2 is welcoming customers back with a range of great deals, including six months free Disney+ subscriptions for new and upgrading customers. Customers can also enjoy a host of sim only deals, including 10GB for £10 on an 18-month contract, whilst data-hungry fans can get a massive 100GB of data for just £20 on a 12-month contract. Terms apply


thedailyecho--2020-06-23--Boy rescued from sea off Ryde after getting into difficulty

A YOUNG boy was pulled from the sea at Ryde after getting into difficulty .
Bembridge Coastguard Rescue Team and @ @ @ @ @ helped deal with the incident along Ryde Esplanade , near Peter Pan 's Playground .
@ @ @ @ @ of the public helped pull the child from the water , before the emergency services @ @ @ @

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thedailyecho--2020-06-24--Burglar Craig Fisher is jailed for three and a half years at Southampton Crown Court

A PROLIFIC criminal has been jailed for three-and-a-half years following two recent burglaries which left his victims unable to sleep , a court heart .
The 33-year appeared before Southampton Crown Court via video link last Friday facing eight new counts - a mix of burglaries and fraud .
On March 8 the heroin addict and father of four snuck into a staff room at Tesco in Romsey Road , Southampton .
He stole a bag from a locker - in it were car keys , a purse , bank cards and cash .
Later in the day , CCTV @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bitterne to buy cigarettes and scratch cards .
A victim statement read out in court said how the owner of the bag was left shaken , traumatised and struggling to sleep .
Furthermore , she was `` really frightened of the man coming back into the store '' .
During another burglary , a mother was helping her son move from his bungalow in Paignton Road on May 18 .
She placed her handbag which contained her bank cards and £190 cash in the kitchen .
Fisher and two other `` drug addicts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
While the mother and son were packing and cleaning Fisher walked through an open side door .
He `` remained inside for a short time as he was aware his victim was present '' .
CCTV footage showed him holding a black handbag searching through the purse and removing cash and cards .
He returned the bag to the kitchen .
The elderly victim card was used on several occasions including twice at the Wimpson Store in Wimpson Lane .
A victim statement said : `` I felt sick .
This really @ @ @ @ @ @ @ changing my routine .
I have difficulty sleeping because of what happened . ''
Fisher was later arrested and gave a no comment interview .
In mitigation it was said he suffered from ADHD as a child , however , was not labelled until later .
He got into a crowd of other poorly behaved youngsters and `` battled for many years '' a heroin addiction , the court heard .
For his latest crimes , Fisher breached a 12-month sentence suspended for 18-months which he received on February 11 this year .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ for two years which he received on August 15 2018 - a sentence he received for burglary .
Judge Henry jailed him for 3.5-years .
He will be released under supervision .

Craig Fisher has 55 convictions to 112 offences.
The 33-year appeared before Southampton Crown Court via video link last Friday facing eight new counts - a mix of burglaries and fraud.
On March 8 the heroin addict and father of four snuck into a staff room at Tesco in Romsey Road, Southampton.
He stole a bag from a locker - in it were car keys, a purse, bank cards and cash.
Later in the day, CCTV showed Fisher going into another Tesco in Bitterne to buy cigarettes and scratch cards.
A victim statement read out in court said how the owner of the bag was left shaken, traumatised and struggling to sleep.
Furthermore, she was "really frightened of the man coming back into the store".
During another burglary, a mother was helping her son move from his bungalow in Paignton Road on May 18.
She placed her handbag which contained her bank cards and £190 cash in the kitchen.
Fisher and two other "drug addicts" were walking by at the time.
While the mother and son were packing and cleaning Fisher walked through an open side door.
He "remained inside for a short time as he was aware his victim was present".
CCTV footage showed him holding a black handbag searching through the purse and removing cash and cards.
He returned the bag to the kitchen.
The elderly victim's card was used on several occasions including twice at the Wimpson Store in Wimpson Lane.
A victim statement said: "I felt sick. This really upset me. I have already started changing my routine. I have difficulty sleeping because of what happened."
Fisher was later arrested and gave a no comment interview.
In mitigation it was said he suffered from ADHD as a child, however, was not labelled until later.
He got into a crowd of other poorly behaved youngsters and "battled for many years" a heroin addiction, the court heard.
For his latest crimes, Fisher breached a 12-month sentence suspended for 18-months which he received on February 11 this year.
He also breached a 26-week sentence suspended for two years which he received on August 15 2018 - a sentence he received for burglary.
Judge Henry jailed him for 3.5-years. He will be released under supervision.


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--Residents "disgusted" as soiled nappies are thrown from a flat in Southampton

RESIDENTS have been left disgusted after soiled nappies were thrown from a flat onto the ground below in Southampton .
People living in Vanguard Road have told of their frustration after dirty and used nappies were hurled from one of the flats in the street , leaving the ground below littered with filth .
A resident who wanted to remain anonymous , told the Daily Echo that at one point he counted 32 dirty nappies scattered across the green , some of which had “ split open and were displaying their contents ” .
He explained how he has made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Council regarding the situation with the nappies , but has seen no improvement on the situation .
He added : “ A tenant of a flat in Vanguard Road had been throwing soiled nappies from the top floor window of her flat .
“ They were only removed by the gardeners who wanted to mow the grass .
“ That appeared to be the end of the matter as no more appeared .
“ However , as of last week the problem has started again .
“ I had reported [ to Southampton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but since then what looks like ten soiled wet wipes have added to the disgusting situation on the grass at the rear of the block .
“ Whilst being in the midst of a health pandemic we do not need another health hazard as it will surely attract flies , rats and other vermin .
“ This week is expected to be a scorcher with children playing on these grassed areas too.
“ A Southampton City Council spokesperson said : “ Everyone deserves to have pride in their neighbourhoods , so it ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ act irresponsibly and spoil things for others .
“ While we haven ’ t received any recent reports of anti-social behaviour in this area , our housing and neighbourhood teams are here to support tenants with community issues , both positive and negative , as they arise .
“ Any tenant who is concerned about anti-social behaviour should contact their Local Housing Office or report it via our website so we can investigate it properly .
”

People living in Vanguard Road have told of their frustration after dirty and used nappies were hurled from one of the flats in the street, leaving the ground below littered with filth.
A resident who wanted to remain anonymous,told the Daily Echo that at one point he counted 32 dirty nappies scattered across the green, some of which had “split open and were displaying their contents”.
He explained how he has made a number of complaints to Southampton City Council regarding the situation with the nappies, but has seen no improvement on the situation.
He added: “A tenant of a flat in Vanguard Road had been throwing soiled nappies from the top floor window of her flat.
“They were only removed by the gardeners who wanted to mow the grass.
“That appeared to be the end of the matter as no more appeared.
“However, as of last week the problem has started again.
“I had reported [to Southampton City Council] seeing six soiled nappies but since then what looks like ten soiled wet wipes have added to the disgusting situation on the grass at the rear of the block.
“Whilst being in the midst of a health pandemic we do not need another health hazard as it will surely attract flies, rats and other vermin.
“This week is expected to be a scorcher with children playing on these grassed areas too.“
A Southampton City Council spokesperson said: “Everyone deserves to have pride in their neighbourhoods, so it’s a shame when a small minority act irresponsibly and spoil things for others.
“While we haven’t received any recent reports of anti-social behaviour in this area, our housing and neighbourhood teams are here to support tenants with community issues, both positive and negative, as they arise.
“Any tenant who is concerned about anti-social behaviour should contact their Local Housing Office or report it via our website so we can investigate it properly.”


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--Police search for missing elderly man from Southampton

POLICE have launched an appeal to help find a missing 81-year-old man from Southampton .
Frederick Pope was last seen at around 7pm yesterday after getting out of a taxi in Southampton City Centre to go to the Council officers .
The 81-year-old has a serious health condition and is likely to be confused , which has led officers to become `` increasingly concerned '' for his welfare .
Anyone with information on Frederick 's whereabouts is encouraged to come forward , and not conduct a search for an independent search for the man .
While officers have n't provided @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he is described to be white , with grey hair , around 5 feet 9 inches tall and looks his age .
He walks with a limp and is hunched over , and he was last seen wearing a white face mask and brown trousers .
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said : `` Have you seen missing person Frederick Pope ?
`` We are appealing to the public to help us find 81-year-old Frederick Pope , who has gone missing from Southampton .
`` We are asking that members of the public do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but please come forward and report any sightings of him , or if you know of his location , by calling 999 and quoting reference 44200228762 . ''

Frederick Pope was last seen at around 7pm yesterday after getting out of a taxi in Southampton City Centre to go to the Council officers.
The 81-year-old has a serious health condition and is likely to be confused, which has led officers to become "increasingly concerned" for his welfare.
Anyone with information on Frederick's whereabouts is encouraged to come forward, and not conduct a search for an independent search for the man.
Frederick is described to be white, with grey hair, around 5 feet 9 inches tall and looks his age.
He walks with a limp and is hunched over, and he was last seen wearing a white face mask and brown trousers.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "Have you seen missing person Frederick Pope?
"We are appealing to the public to help us find 81-year-old Frederick Pope, who has gone missing from Southampton.
"We are asking that members of the public do not attempt to search for Frederick themselves but please come forward and report any sightings of him, or if you know of his location, by calling 999 and quoting reference 44200228762."


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--Southampton miracle baby born during coronavirus pandemic

SHE IS the one in a million baby born fighting for her life during lockdown .
But now , baby Starr is finally at home with her family after a turbulent start to her new life .
Mary-Beth Blake and her partner David Norris live together at their home in Thornhill with Mary-Beth 's nine-year-old son , Leon .
David had been told that he had a one in a million chance in having a baby while in a previous relationship before meeting Mary-Beth .
`` I stopped using contraception because I was n't expecting to get pregnant , '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ but due to complications with the growth , the baby passed away .
Mary-Beth continued : `` We thought that this baby was going to be our only chance .
`` We lost the baby but months later I started feeling really moody and I did a pregnancy test . ''
The test came back positive but a few months into the pregnancy lockdown restrictions due to coronavirus hit the UK .
Mary-Beth said : `` It 's been quite scary .
`` The midwives ca n't touch you , you ca n't @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and you do n't have your partner .
`` You 're having to go to scans without your partner .
`` I was n't able to even have a baby shower , and my mum only felt my bump once . ''
During the pregnancy , Mary-Beth explained there were many scares and complications .
She said : `` I was told that there was no baby and that it was just a sack of fluid in my womb .
`` But once I heard that heartbeat I knew she was there .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ watched her growing and growing and getting strong and stronger . ''
Mary-Beth gave birth to Starr via a C Section at the Princess Ann Hospital on June 9 , three weeks earlier than her due date .
However , during the birth , Starr inhaled fluid and was admitted to intensive care .
After days in intensive care and special care , Starr beat all of her infections and was able to come home .
`` She is a miracle baby , my one in a million , and she is also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ such a fighter . ''
A rainbow baby is a baby born after a miscarriage or loss of pregnancy .

But now, baby Starr is finally at home with her family after a turbulent start to her new life.
Mary-Beth Blake and her partner David Norris live together at their home in Thornhill with Mary-Beth's nine-year-old son, Leon.
David had been told that he had a one in a million chance in having a baby while in a previous relationship before meeting Mary-Beth.
"I stopped using contraception because I wasn't expecting to get pregnant," Mary-Beth explained.
The couple fell pregnant but due to complications with the growth, the baby passed away.
Mary-Beth continued: "We thought that this baby was going to be our only chance.
"We lost the baby but months later I started feeling really moody and I did a pregnancy test."
The test came back positive but a few months into the pregnancy lockdown restrictions due to coronavirus hit the UK.
Mary-Beth said: "It's been quite scary.
"The midwives can't touch you, you can't have a shoulder to cry on, and you don't have your partner.
"You're having to go to scans without your partner.
"I wasn't able to even have a baby shower, and my mum only felt my bump once."
During the pregnancy, Mary-Beth explained there were many scares and complications.
She said: "I was told that there was no baby and that it was just a sack of fluid in my womb.
"But once I heard that heartbeat I knew she was there.
"And from them, I just watched her growing and growing and getting strong and stronger."
Mary-Beth gave birth to Starr via a C Section at the Princess Ann Hospital on June 9, three weeks earlier than her due date.
However, during the birth, Starr inhaled fluid and was admitted to intensive care.
After days in intensive care and special care, Starr beat all of her infections and was able to come home.
"It's surreal," said Mary-Beth.
"She is a miracle baby, my one in a million, and she is also a rainbow baby.
"She is such a fighter."
A rainbow baby is a baby born after a miscarriage or loss of pregnancy.


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--Royston Smith MP welcomes news that pubs will reopen

BUSINESSES battling to survive after three months in lockdown are celebrating the government 's decision to allow them to reopen .
Ministers have given pubs , hotels and restaurants the green light to start trading again early next month , allowing cash-starved venues across Hampshire to salvage some of their summer custom .
Businesses will start welcoming customers again on July 4 in a move which could prevent some outlets from closing for good .
Royston Smith , Tory MP for Southampton Itchen , said : `` The lockdown has been very damaging for our economy and the re-opening of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southampton ’ s hospitality industry.
” The announcement as also welcomed by Giles Semper , executive director of Go !
Southampton .
He said : `` We 've been hearing some worrying figures about the threat to jobs , particularly in the leisure and hospitality industries , and we 're very pleased the government has acted quickly . ''
Mr Semper said 170 out of its 650 members had been denied coronavrius grants , adding : `` If further restrictions had been placed on these businesses it could have been catastrophic . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ to resume trading following a relaxation of the two-metre social distancing rule .
Under the latest easing of the restrictions , the government has announced the introduction of `` one-metre plus '' , which will allow customers to sit closer together as long as other mitigating measures are in place .
Caroline Dinenage , Tory MP for Gosport , said Boris Johnson 's announcement meant the country could begin to kickstart its economy .
She added : `` This is a fantastic opportunity to get back to some form of normality , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spread of Covid-19 . ''
Ross McNally , chief executive and executive chairman of Hampshire Chamber , said : `` While we are still a long way from business as usual , it will mean more of our members , particularly in the hospitality sector , can start to return to work . ''
The government 's announcement was also welcomed by businesses in the New Forest , which relies heavily on the summer tourist season .
Debbie and Duane Lewis , who own six pubs in the Forest , said : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ very tough going and overwhelming at times .
`` We can not wait to see our locals and have every confidence in them returning .
`` There will be restrictions and guidelines to keep our staff and customers safe .
We hope locals will bear with us and enjoy whatever the new 'normal ' becomes . ''
Go New Forest represents the area 's tourism industry .
Referring to the past three months chief executive Anthony Climpson said tourism was critical to the local economy and also played a vital visitor management role @ @ @ @ @ @ @ keeping them away from the more sensitive parts of the Forest .
He added : `` We hope local residents to give our summer visitors a warm welcome so we can try and make up in some small way for the huge losses since lockdown . ''
Hairdressers have also been given the green light to reopen on July 4 - and many are expecting long queues to firm outside the door .
Elaine Barker , owner of Empire Barbers in Commercial Road , Southampton , said : `` We are a traditional @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''

Ministers have given pubs, hotels and restaurants the green light to start trading again early next month, allowing cash-starved venues across Hampshire to salvage some of their summer custom.
Businesses will start welcoming customers again on July 4 in a move which could prevent some outlets from closing for good.
Royston Smith, Tory MP for Southampton Itchen, said: "The lockdown has been very damaging for our economy and the re-opening of pubs will provide a massive boost to Southampton’s hospitality industry.”
The announcement as also welcomed by Giles Semper, executive director of Go! Southampton.
He said: "We've been hearing some worrying figures about the threat to jobs, particularly in the leisure and hospitality industries, and we're very pleased the government has acted quickly."
Mr Semper said 170 out of its 650 members had been denied coronavrius grants, adding: "If further restrictions had been placed on these businesses it could have been catastrophic."
Watering holes have been given the go-ahead to resume trading following a relaxation of the two-metre social distancing rule.
Under the latest easing of the restrictions, the government has announced the introduction of "one-metre plus", which will allow customers to sit closer together as long as other mitigating measures are in place.
Caroline Dinenage, Tory MP for Gosport, said Boris Johnson's announcement meant the country could begin to kickstart its economy.
She added: "This is a fantastic opportunity to get back to some form of normality, but only if we continue to contain the spread of Covid-19."
Ross McNally, chief executive and executive chairman of Hampshire Chamber, said: "While we are still a long way from business as usual, it will mean more of our members, particularly in the hospitality sector, can start to return to work."
The government's announcement was also welcomed by businesses in the New Forest, which relies heavily on the summer tourist season.
Debbie and Duane Lewis, who own six pubs in the Forest, said: "We have found the last three months very tough going and overwhelming at times.
"We cannot wait to see our locals and have every confidence in them returning.
"There will be restrictions and guidelines to keep our staff and customers safe. We hope locals will bear with us and enjoy whatever the new 'normal' becomes."
Go New Forest represents the area's tourism industry.
Referring to the past three months chief executive Anthony Climpson said tourism was critical to the local economy and also played a vital visitor management role, absorbing large numbers of people and keeping them away from the more sensitive parts of the Forest.
He added: "We hope local residents to give our summer visitors a warm welcome so we can try and make up in some small way for the huge losses since lockdown."
Hairdressers have also been given the green light to reopen on July 4 - and many are expecting long queues to firm outside the door.
Elaine Barker, owner of Empire Barbers in Commercial Road, Southampton, said: "We are a traditional walk-in barber shop, so no appointments."


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--Heatwave warning in Hampshire as temperatures get set to soar

HAMPSHIRE has been put on heatwave alert as temperatures are set to sore into the high 20s .
The Met Office has today issued a Level 2 Hot Weather Alert for the South East Region , including Hampshire for today and tomorrow as the county is set to scorch .
It is likely that temperatures will climb into the high 20s over the next few days .
Executive Member for Public Health , Councillor Judith Grajewski , said : “ Planning ahead for hot weather is vital , particularly for those groups of people for whom the heat poses possible @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and young children , the elderly and those with chronic or long-term conditions .
It ’ s good to prepare wherever possible , by for example , shopping ahead for food and medicines , and looking out for others , especially if they are shielding or self-isolating.
” During sunny periods parks and public spaces may become busy but it is important that everyone continues to follow the rules on social distancing .
Hampshire County Council is advising people to stay out of the sun between 11am and 3pm .
Stay hydrated and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ environment cool .
Keep your bedroom and living space cool by closing the curtains on windows that receive the sun and opening your windows at cooler times of the day and overnight when you can .
Turn off non-essential lights and electrical items as these generate heat .
Electric fans may provide some relief if temperatures are below 35 degrees C. Seek medical advice if you have a chronic long-term condition or are taking multiple medications .

The Met Office has today issued a Level 2 Hot Weather Alert for the South East Region, including Hampshire for today and tomorrow as the county is set to scorch.
It is likely that temperatures will climb into the high 20s over the next few days.
Executive Member for Public Health, Councillor Judith Grajewski, said: “Planning ahead for hot weather is vital, particularly for those groups of people for whom the heat poses possible health risks.
"These include babies and young children, the elderly and those with chronic or long-term conditions. It’s good to prepare wherever possible, by for example, shopping ahead for food and medicines, and looking out for others, especially if they are shielding or self-isolating.”
During sunny periods parks and public spaces may become busy but it is important that everyone continues to follow the rules on social distancing.
Hampshire County Council is advising people to stay out of the sun between 11am and 3pm.
Apply sunscreen, wear loose, lightweight cotton clothing, a hat and sun-glasses.
Stay hydrated and avoid physical exertion and to keep your environment cool.
Keep your bedroom and living space cool by closing the curtains on windows that receive the sun and opening your windows at cooler times of the day and overnight when you can.
Turn off non-essential lights and electrical items as these generate heat.
Electric fans may provide some relief if temperatures are below 35 degrees C. Seek medical advice if you have a chronic long-term condition or are taking multiple medications.


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--Emergency services called to crash on A31 near Stoney Cross

EMERGENCY services have been rushed to a lorry crash in the New Forest At around 10.13 this morning , an articulated HGV car transporter drove off the public highway of the A31 and down an embankment .
The incident took place on the eastbound carriageway near Castle Malwood heading towards Stoney Cross .
Hampshire Fire were called to the scene , in which no one was trapped .
A spokesperson said : `` Crews from Lyndhurst , Totton and Redbridge were mobilised at 10:13 am to the A31 East between Castle Malwood and Cadnam .
`` There was an articulated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and down an embankment .
`` There was no one trapped and the incident was left with police .
`` The stop message came in at 10:42 pm . ''
Travel information service , Romanse shows heavy delays building in the area and one lane of the carriageway is blocked .
Simon Rowley was at the scene shortly after the incident took place .
He said : `` There was a big emergency service response , and the driver is lucky , it could have been a lot worse .
`` They will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to recover the vehicle , no doubt they will need a crane to get it back onto the road . ''
Hampshire Constabulary have been contacted for a comment .

Police, fire and ambulance were called to the A31 near Stoney Cross at around 10.13am on Wednesday after an articulated HGV car transporter drove off the road and down an embankment.
The incident took place on the eastbound carriageway near Castle Malwood heading towards Stoney Cross.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire said: "Crews from Lyndhurst, Totton and Redbridge were mobilised at 10:13 am to the A31 East between Castle Malwood and Cadnam.
"There was an articulated HGV car transporter off the public highway and down an embankment.
"There was no one trapped and the incident was left with police.
"The stop message came in at 10:42am."
Travel information service, Romanse shows heavy delays building in the area and one lane of the carriageway is blocked.
Hampshire Constabulary also attended the incident.
A spokesperson said: "We can confirm that we were called out to an incident at 10.15am this morning (24 June) following a single-vehicle collision on the A31.
"A lorry left the carriageway after it had jack-knifed, resulting in the vehicle being located at the bottom of the bank. One person received minor injuries."


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--McDonald's in Eastleigh to open for walk-in meals from today

MORE than 200 McDonald 's stores are to reopen for walk-in takeaways from today .
McDonald 's in the Swan Centre in Eastleigh is one of the restaurants reopening today with new measures in place to help keep employees and customers safe .
It comes after a successful pilot in June where a number of the restaurants opened across Hampshire .
In order to help serve customers safely for takeaway McDonald ’ s will provide clear signposting and floor-markings to create a one-way system around restaurants for customers and delivery partner couriers , where possible .
A limited number of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ help customers and employees adhere to social distancing – this will vary depending upon the restaurant size and layout .
Customers will be welcomed inside when a space becomes available and will be asked to sanitise their hands at cleaning stations that have been introduced in all restaurants .
There will be fewer self-order screens switched on and those in use will be sanitised at least every 30 minutes .
Customers can also order via the My McDonald ’ s app .
Customers are encouraged to visit alone to collect their food where @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , play areas and digital play areas will remain closed .
With dining areas closed , recycling points will also remain closed .
The large majority of McDonald ’ s packaging can be recycled , and customers are encouraged to dispose of their litter responsibly and recycle wherever possible when they get home .
To help protect employees and other customers , McDonald ’ s asks their customers not to visit if they feel unwell .
These measures are on top of those already introduced to reopened Drive-thru and McDelivery restaurants : Perspex @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , service areas and Drive-thru windows and additional protective equipment has been provided for restaurant teams , including disposable gloves for people in customer and courier facing positions and face coverings .
Restaurants will return with fewer people on each shift , serving a reduced menu over reduced hours from 11am to 10pm .
Customers are asked to use contactless payment methods and cap their spend at £25 wherever possible .
McDonald ’ s will continue to encourage the use of the My McDonald ’ s App to view the menu , order @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the business adapt to a new way of working , McDonald ’ s would like to thank customers for their continued support and patience .
Customers are reminded to adhere to the guidance from the government and health authorities , especially if queuing outside restaurants before there is space to enter .

McDonald's in the Swan Centre in Eastleigh is one of the restaurants reopening today with new measures in place to help keep employees and customers safe.
It comes after a successful pilot in June where a number of the restaurants opened across Hampshire.
In order to help serve customers safely for takeaway McDonald’s will provide clear signposting and floor-markings to create a one-way system around restaurants for customers and delivery partner couriers, where possible.
A limited number of people will be allowed inside restaurants to help customers and employees adhere to social distancing – this will vary depending upon the restaurant size and layout.
Customers will be welcomed inside when a space becomes available and will be asked to sanitise their hands at cleaning stations that have been introduced in all restaurants.
There will be fewer self-order screens switched on and those in use will be sanitised at least every 30 minutes. Customers can also order via the My McDonald’s app.
Customers are encouraged to visit alone to collect their food where possible. For those visiting with children, play areas and digital play areas will remain closed.
Restaurant seating areas, customer toilets and lifts will remain closed.
With dining areas closed, recycling points will also remain closed.
The large majority of McDonald’s packaging can be recycled, and customers are encouraged to dispose of their litter responsibly and recycle wherever possible when they get home.
To help protect employees and other customers, McDonald’s asks their customers not to visit if they feel unwell.
These measures are on top of those already introduced to reopened Drive-thru and McDelivery restaurants: Perspex screens have been installed in the kitchens, service areas and Drive-thru windows and additional protective equipment has been provided for restaurant teams, including disposable gloves for people in customer and courier facing positions and face coverings.
Restaurants will return with fewer people on each shift, serving a reduced menu over reduced hours from 11am to 10pm.
Customers are asked to use contactless payment methods and cap their spend at £25 wherever possible.
McDonald’s will continue to encourage the use of the My McDonald’s App to view the menu, order and pay before arrival.
As employees and the business adapt to a new way of working, McDonald’s would like to thank customers for their continued support and patience. Customers are reminded to adhere to the guidance from the government and health authorities, especially if queuing outside restaurants before there is space to enter.


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--Two men arrested after someone tried to steal a tractor in Hampshire

TWO men have been arrested on suspicion of burglary after someone tried to steal a tractor in Lyndhurst .
Officers @ @ @ @ @ 11pm last night in Shaggs Meadow , Lyndhurst , after receiving reports that someone had @ @ @ @ @ .
The incident took place sometime between 10pm and 10.30pm that same night on Randalls @ @ @ @ @ 26-year-old man and a 21-year-old man , both from Bransgore , were arrested and both @ @ @ @ @ say their enquiries are ongoing .
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said : `` Police made @ @ @ @ @ at around 11pm last night ( 23 June ) .
`` A 26-year-old man and @ @ @ @ @ from Bransgore , were arrested on suspicion of burglary .
`` Both men remain in @ @ @ @ @ . ''
Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101 , quoting the @ @ @ @ @

Officers made two arrests at around 11pm last night in Shaggs Meadow, Lyndhurst, after receiving reports that someone had tried to steal a tractor.
The incident took place sometime between 10pm and 10.30pm that same night on Randalls Lane in Burley.
A 26-year-old man and a 21-year-old man, both from Bransgore, were arrested and both remain in custody.
Officers say their enquiries are ongoing.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "Police made two arrests in Shaggs Meadow at around 11pm last night (23 June).
"A 26-year-old man and a 21-year-old man, both from Bransgore, were arrested on suspicion of burglary.
"Both men remain in custody and enquiries are ongoing."
Anyone with information is urged to call police on 101, quoting the reference number of 44200228876.


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--Plans to axe trees at Marlhill Copse in Southampton given go-ahead

CONTROVERSIAL plans to axe trees in ancient woodland in Southampton have been given the green light .
After a two-hour long virtual meeting , civic chiefs approved plans to fell four trees at Marlhill Copse .
The news comes as the initial decision made by council officers in May was quashed following a row between city leaders and campaigners .
As reported , the plans were put forward by Southampton Airport , which owns the land .
During the meeting of the Planning and Rights of Way Panel at Southampton City Council this afternoon , the proposals were scrutinised by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the public objected to the plans and asked for an independent report to be published and discussed before reaching a decision .
Campaigner Gareth Narbed told members there were suggestions that a decision on two of the four trees should be deferred due to “ insufficient evidence to justify the felling for the reason of safety ” .
But officers highlighted that the trees are believed to be more than 100 years old and an investigation found “ several failures throughout the canopy of these trees ” .
Meanwhile , local residents who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the plans as they raised concerns over their safety and the safety of their own properties .
Mike Weeks , project manager at Southampton Airport , stressed the proposals are not related to any other airport operations .
But he said the trees pose a risk to the health and safety of the public and nearby properties .
He added : “ Whilst we appreciate the proposals will not please all members of the community we have a duty of care to the public and we must be allowed to act before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ critical that this application is re-approved so that we can quickly act and make safe these dangerous trees.
” Officers said they were satisfied with the report that has been submitted .
Cllr Lisa Mitchell , chair of the planning panel , said this has been one of the hardest applications the panel had to weight up .
She added : “ It is a very difficult set of circumstances to weight up .
We have seen the pictures , we have seen the limb failures and I don ’ t think that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to know that these trees were still there and posing a level of danger.
” The panel unanimously voted for the proposals to be approved .

After a two-hour long virtual meeting, civic chiefs approved plans to fell four trees at Marlhill Copse.
The news comes as the initial decision made by council officers in May was quashed following a row between city leaders and campaigners.
As reported, the plans were put forward by Southampton Airport, which owns the land.
During the meeting of the Planning and Rights of Way Panel at Southampton City Council this afternoon, the proposals were scrutinised by councillors and residents.
Some members of the public objected to the plans and asked for an independent report to be published and discussed before reaching a decision.
Campaigner Gareth Narbed told members there were suggestions that a decision on two of the four trees should be deferred due to “insufficient evidence to justify the felling for the reason of safety”.
But officers highlighted that the trees are believed to be more than 100 years old and an investigation found “several failures throughout the canopy of these trees”.
Meanwhile, local residents who live by Marlhill Copse spoke in favour of the plans as they raised concerns over their safety and the safety of their own properties.
Mike Weeks, project manager at Southampton Airport, stressed the proposals are not related to any other airport operations.
But he said the trees pose a risk to the health and safety of the public and nearby properties.
He added: “Whilst we appreciate the proposals will not please all members of the community we have a duty of care to the public and we must be allowed to act before a serious incident occurs. It is critical that this application is re-approved so that we can quickly act and make safe these dangerous trees.”
Officers said they were satisfied with the report that has been submitted.
Cllr Lisa Mitchell, chair of the planning panel, said this has been one of the hardest applications the panel had to weight up.
She added: “It is a very difficult set of circumstances to weight up. We have seen the pictures, we have seen the limb failures and I don’t think that in good conscience I would be able to know that these trees were still there and posing a level of danger.”
The panel unanimously voted for the proposals to be approved.


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--Two more deaths from coronavirus in care homes in Southampton

THE coronavirus death toll in Southampton 's care homes has risen by two in the most recent week , new figures reveal .
But there have been no further deaths in the city 's hospitals .
Office for National Statistics data shows that 163 deaths involving Covid-19 were provisionally registered in Southampton up to June 20 .
Of those , 62 occurred outside hospital – including 49 in care homes and 12 at private homes .
A further death occurred in a hospice , another community establishment or elsewhere .
That was up from 47 deaths in care homes in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , based on where Covid-19 is mentioned anywhere on the death certificate , include deaths that occurred up to June 12 but were registered up to eight days later .
Care home residents had accounted for 30 per ent of all Covid-19 deaths in Southampton up to June 20 .
Across England and Wales , 48,795 deaths involving Covid-19 were provisionally registered up to June 20 .
Of those , 30 per cent were in care homes and 63 per cent in hospital .
In the week ending June 12 , there were @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mentioned the coronavirus on the death certificate – the lowest number of Covid-19 deaths for 11 weeks .

But there have been no further deaths in the city's hospitals.
Office for National Statistics data shows that 163 deaths involving Covid-19 were provisionally registered in Southampton up to June 20.
Of those, 62 occurred outside hospital – including 49 in care homes and 12 at private homes. A further death occurred in a hospice, another community establishment or elsewhere.
That was up from 47 deaths in care homes in the previous week.
The latest figures, based on where Covid-19 is mentioned anywhere on the death certificate, include deaths that occurred up to June 12 but were registered up to eight days later.
Care home residents had accounted for 30 per ent of all Covid-19 deaths in Southampton up to June 20.
Across England and Wales, 48,795 deaths involving Covid-19 were provisionally registered up to June 20. Of those, 30 per cent were in care homes and 63 per cent in hospital.
In the week ending June 12, there were 1,114 deaths across the two countries which mentioned the coronavirus on the death certificate – the lowest number of Covid-19 deaths for 11 weeks.


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--Aldi, Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury's and M&S update face mask rules

The biggest supermarket chains across the country have updated their rules on whether or not face masks should be worn in store .
It comes after the UK government released guidance in May regarding the wearing of masks in both essential and non-essential shops .
Currently , it remains optional as to whether they should be worn inside shops and supermarkets .
But the major chains have put their own guidance in place .
What is the latest government guidance ?
The government guidance says : `` If you can , wear a face covering in an enclosed space where @ @ @ @ @ @ @ where you will come into contact with people you do not normally meet .
“ This is most relevant for short periods indoors in crowded areas , for example on public transport or in some shops.
” Many shoppers have since taken the decision to wear masks in stores .
We 've put together a round-up of what the rules are on face masks from all of the major supermarkets .
At present , customers have the choice if they want to wear a face covering or not in store .
In a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Aldi will be providing the option of face masks to all its store-based colleagues to further support their safety as they continue to feed the nation .
`` This move is in addition to the previously announced provision of gloves and clear screens that are being installed at more than 7,000 checkouts .
`` Colleagues can also now access the Government ’ s Covid-19 testing programme for critical workers.
” Shoppers also have the choice if they want to wear a face mask when at Asda .
A spokesman from Asda said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guidelines and we welcome customers wearing face masks or not .
`` Our colleagues all have the option of wearing face masks which we have supplied and the colleagues in clinical settings ( pharmacy and optical ) have been required to wear masks since the start of the pandemic as per the government guidelines on clinical workers . ''
Like other retailers , Tesco has not has not made wearing masks compulsory for any of their shoppers or any of their staff .
Social distancing rules remain in place , with a restriction @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shop at any one time .
Instead , social distancing measures have been introduced , including how many shoppers can shop at one time .
While masks have been made available for all staff at Sainsbury 's to wear , it is not compulsory for shoppers to wear them .
A spokesman from the supermarket added : `` Masks are available for all our colleagues who wish to use them while they work or travel to their place of work.
” It has been reported that face visors have been available to staff @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the wearing of the visors - or any face coverings - has not been enforced in store .
Again , like other supermarkets , it is up to customers if they want to wear a face mask or not .

It comes after the UK government released guidance in May regarding the wearing of masks in both essential and non-essential shops.
Currently, it remains optional as to whether they should be worn inside shops and supermarkets. But the major chains have put their own guidance in place.
What is the latest government guidance?
The government guidance says: "If you can, wear a face covering in an enclosed space where social distancing isn’t possible and where you will come into contact with people you do not normally meet.
“This is most relevant for short periods indoors in crowded areas, for example on public transport or in some shops.”
Many shoppers have since taken the decision to wear masks in stores.
We've put together a round-up of what the rules are on face masks from all of the major supermarkets.
Aldi
At present, customers have the choice if they want to wear a face covering or not in store.
In a statement, the supermarket added: "Aldi will be providing the option of face masks to all its store-based colleagues to further support their safety as they continue to feed the nation.
"This move is in addition to the previously announced provision of gloves and clear screens that are being installed at more than 7,000 checkouts.
"Colleagues can also now access the Government’s Covid-19 testing programme for critical workers.”
Asda
Shoppers also have the choice if they want to wear a face mask when at Asda.
A spokesman from Asda said: "We are complying with all Government guidelines and we welcome customers wearing face masks or not.
"Our colleagues all have the option of wearing face masks which we have supplied and the colleagues in clinical settings (pharmacy and optical) have been required to wear masks since the start of the pandemic as per the government guidelines on clinical workers."
Tesco
Like other retailers, Tesco has not has not made wearing masks compulsory for any of their shoppers or any of their staff.
Social distancing rules remain in place, with a restriction on the number of shoppers who can shop at any one time.
Instead, social distancing measures have been introduced, including how many shoppers can shop at one time.
Sainsbury's
While masks have been made available for all staff at Sainsbury's to wear, it is not compulsory for shoppers to wear them.
A spokesman from the supermarket added: "Masks are available for all our colleagues who wish to use them while they work or travel to their place of work.”
M&S
It has been reported that face visors have been available to staff since the beginning of April. But, the wearing of the visors - or any face coverings - has not been enforced in store.
Again, like other supermarkets, it is up to customers if they want to wear a face mask or not.


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--Met Office issues new weather warning for thunderstorms

THUNDERSTORMS could bring an end to the hot weather tomorrow , the Met Office has warned .
A yellow weather warning has been issued for Thursday afternoon and into Friday morning .
It is valid for Southampton , Portsmouth and the rest of the county from 4pm on Thursday until 9am on Friday .
The Met Office says : “ Whilst many places will be dry or see little rain , thunderstorms may cause flooding and disruption in a few places.
” A spokesperson for the Met Office said : “ Thunderstorms may develop across parts of western UK late @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
A larger area of thunderstorms is then expected to move northeastwards overnight into Friday .
“ Many places will miss the worst of the storms but where they do occur torrential downpours could bring 30-40 mm rain in less than two hours .
Lightning and hail are also likely to be additional hazards.
” The Met Office says there is a “ small chance ” homes and businesses could be flooded , with “ slight ” potential for power cuts .
Train and bus services could also be disrupted , and motorists @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” that could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures .

A yellow weather warning has been issued for Thursday afternoon and into Friday morning.
It is valid for Southampton, Portsmouth and the rest of the county from 4pm on Thursday until 9am on Friday.
The Met Office says: “Whilst many places will be dry or see little rain, thunderstorms may cause flooding and disruption in a few places.”
A spokesperson for the Met Office said: “Thunderstorms may develop across parts of western UK late on Thursday afternoon and into the evening. A larger area of thunderstorms is then expected to move northeastwards overnight into Friday.
“Many places will miss the worst of the storms but where they do occur torrential downpours could bring 30-40 mm rain in less than two hours. Lightning and hail are also likely to be additional hazards.”
The Met Office says there is a “small chance” homes and businesses could be flooded, with “slight” potential for power cuts.
Train and bus services could also be disrupted, and motorists could face “spray and sudden flooding” that could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures.


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--NSPCC makes call to regulate social media following Adam Piggott's "horrific intentions"

A NATIONAL charity is calling on social media regulation in light of a Southampton paedophile 's `` horrific intentions '' .
Adam Piggott was jailed for 13-months for attempting to engage in sexual activity with a child and attempting to meet a child for sexual activity .
The 31-year-old had used social media to message a 13-year-old-girl called Molly between October 28 and November 7 , 2019 .
Little did he know , Molly was not a real girl .
• Paedophile arranged to meet 13-year-old when girlfriend was at work An online police unit tasked with catching paedophiles had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the case a spokesperson from the NSPCC said : `` “ Piggott used social media as a gateway to target and groom what he thought was a teenage girl for his own horrific intentions .
“ This case highlights why it is vital that the social media platforms are regulated to prevent them being exploited by abusers , and to ensure young people can use these sites safely.
” Piggott of Mansfield Park Street appeared before Southampton Crown Court last Friday .
The court heard how he called Molly `` cute '' before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Prosecutor , Dawn Hyland told how Piggott asked if `` Molly '' had been with an older man .
He offered to meet her and they made arrangements for when his girlfriend was at work .
Piggott asked Molly not to tell anybody .
They agreed to meet at McDonald 's in Shirley High Street on November 7 .
Piggott searched for Molly in vain before being snared by police officers .
During an interview , he admitted he knew she was 13-years-old and he wanted to meet for sex .
He said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not real and he could not give a specific reason why he sent messages .
Defence barrister , Jamie Gammon said : `` He [ Piggott ] is a man of good character and has no previous convictions . ''
And , that he had taken steps to address his offending behaviour – including hypnotherapy .
Gammon argued that Piggott is `` clearly a man with mental health problems '' and furthermore he had pleaded guilty .

Adam Piggott was jailed for 13-months for attempting to engage in sexual activity with a child and attempting to meet a child for sexual activity.
The 31-year-old had used social media to message a 13-year-old-girl called Molly between October 28 and November 7, 2019.
Little did he know, Molly was not a real girl.
An online police unit tasked with catching paedophiles had created a fictional profile.
Commenting on the case a spokesperson from the NSPCC said: "“Piggott used social media as a gateway to target and groom what he thought was a teenage girl for his own horrific intentions.
“This case highlights why it is vital that the social media platforms are regulated to prevent them being exploited by abusers, and to ensure young people can use these sites safely.”
Piggott of Mansfield Park Street appeared before Southampton Crown Court last Friday.
The court heard how he called Molly "cute" before sending more explicit and sexual messages.
Prosecutor, Dawn Hyland told how Piggott asked if "Molly" had been with an older man.
He offered to meet her and they made arrangements for when his girlfriend was at work.
Piggott asked Molly not to tell anybody.
They agreed to meet at McDonald's in Shirley High Street on November 7.
Piggott searched for Molly in vain before being snared by police officers.
During an interview, he admitted he knew she was 13-years-old and he wanted to meet for sex.
He said it had dawned on him she was not real and he could not give a specific reason why he sent messages.
Transcripts of their exchanges totalled 81 pages.
Defence barrister, Jamie Gammon said: "He [Piggott] is a man of good character and has no previous convictions."
And, that he had taken steps to address his offending behaviour – including hypnotherapy.
Gammon argued that Piggott is "clearly a man with mental health problems" and furthermore he had pleaded guilty.


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--More than half of small South East businesses will struggle to "bounce back" from coronavirus

NEW research has shown that more than half of small businesses owners across the South East are concerned they will struggle to `` bounce back '' from the impact of Coronavirus .
As non-essential shops begin to reopen their doors , a survey conducted by Visa shows that 56 per cent of small business owners in the region fear for the future and feel they may not recover from the financial loss caused by the lockdown .
Consumers are also having similar worries , with two thirds ( 66 per cent ) surveyed in Southampton worried about small businesses reopening @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the city ( 49 per cent ) admit they will only return to stores if strict social distancing is in place , while over one in ten ( 15 per cent ) will not return until a vaccine is developed .
To help small business owners adapt to the new landscape , Visa has launched a number of initiatives with its partners , including working with platforms like Deliveroo and eBay , to help local shops build an online presence ; and partnering with providers to enable sellers to accept digital payments on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Director , UK and Ireland at Visa said : “ Even in the face of extraordinary challenges , British businesses are gearing up for recovery by finding new ways to serve their consumers .
However , we know that many lack the time and resource to rebuild at this critical time so Visa is enlisting the help of its partners to offer small firms the tools , advice and expertise so they can adapt their business ready for a new normal .
We ’ re also calling on consumers to shop local .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ offline - all of us can do our bit to help our communities recover and get back to their best.
” The survey also revealed three key trends in consumer and small business behaviour that will define community recovery across the UK , which include adapting to changing needs , balancing in store and online shopping , and consumer commitment to supporting local businesses .
As part of its ongoing commitment to support small businesses , Visa has launched a new campaign to help independent businesses adapt for a post Covid-19 environment .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ small businesses to build an online store front , initiatives to make sure sellers accept digital payments , and encouraging consumers to shop local .

As non-essential shops begin to reopen their doors, a survey conducted by Visa shows that 56 per cent of small business owners in the region fear for the future and feel they may not recover from the financial loss caused by the lockdown.
Consumers are also having similar worries, with two thirds (66 per cent) surveyed in Southampton worried about small businesses reopening.
Just under half of shoppers in the city (49 per cent) admit they will only return to stores if strict social distancing is in place, while over one in ten (15 per cent) will not return until a vaccine is developed.
To help small business owners adapt to the new landscape, Visa has launched a number of initiatives with its partners, including working with platforms like Deliveroo and eBay, to help local shops build an online presence; and partnering with providers to enable sellers to accept digital payments on and offline.
Jeni Mundy, Managing Director, UK and Ireland at Visa said: “Even in the face of extraordinary challenges, British businesses are gearing up for recovery by finding new ways to serve their consumers. However, we know that many lack the time and resource to rebuild at this critical time so Visa is enlisting the help of its partners to offer small firms the tools, advice and expertise so they can adapt their business ready for a new normal. We’re also calling on consumers to shop local. By supporting small businesses- both on and offline - all of us can do our bit to help our communities recover and get back to their best.”
The survey also revealed three key trends in consumer and small business behaviour that will define community recovery across the UK, which include adapting to changing needs, balancing in store and online shopping, and consumer commitment to supporting local businesses.
As part of its ongoing commitment to support small businesses, Visa has launched a new campaign to help independent businesses adapt for a post Covid-19 environment.
This includes offers and packages that enable small businesses to build an online store front, initiatives to make sure sellers accept digital payments, and encouraging consumers to shop local.


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--Ex Saints player, Hampshire village cricketer and city ship builder Harry Penk has died

HE ’ S one of just a handful of players who have graced the field for both Saints and bitter rivals Pompey .
But he remained close to Southampton Football Club and his adopted city throughout the decades since his retirement from the beautiful game , enjoying village cricket and building ships in Southampton .
Former Saints player Harry Penk , described as a true gentleman , has passed away at the age of 85 .
He was bought by legendary manager Ted Bates in 1960 as the former Saints great struggled with continuing National Service for some of his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ boast two good feet and had played on both flanks for Plymouth Argyle after being signed from Portsmouth where he played from 1955 to 1957 .
Wigan born Harry and his wife Barbara were keen to return to Hampshire to be close to her family .
He shared left wing duties with John Sydenham in the 1960/61 season and had more opportunities to shine the following season , offering another dimension as he dropped deep to his left back .
After that , he would have only two more League games totalling 60 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the reserves where he played on either flank .
Harry , who played for Saints for four seasons , moved into non league football at the age of 30 , working for many years at Husband ’ s Shipyard in Southampton and living locally , latterly in Ashurst .
He played football for the Ex Saints and high-class amateur cricket into his 50s with Hursley Park and was with them , as he reached his half century , when they went all the way to Lords in the 1984 village knock-out Final @

But he remained close to Southampton Football Club and his adopted city throughout the decades since his retirement from the beautiful game, enjoying village cricket and building ships in Southampton.
Former Saints player Harry Penk, described as a true gentleman, has passed away at the age of 85.
He was bought by legendary manager Ted Bates in 1960 as the former Saints great struggled with continuing National Service for some of his players.
The player was said to boast two good feet and had played on both flanks for Plymouth Argyle after being signed from Portsmouth where he played from 1955 to 1957.
Wigan born Harry and his wife Barbara were keen to return to Hampshire to be close to her family.
He shared left wing duties with John Sydenham in the 1960/61 season and had more opportunities to shine the following season, offering another dimension as he dropped deep to his left back.
After that, he would have only two more League games totalling 60 first team appearances and became a regular in the reserves where he played on either flank.
Harry, who played for Saints for four seasons, moved into non league football at the age of 30, working for many years at Husband’s Shipyard in Southampton and living locally, latterly in Ashurst.
He played football for the Ex Saints and high-class amateur cricket into his 50s with Hursley Park and was with them, as he reached his half century, when they went all the way to Lords in the 1984 village knock-out Final.


thedailyecho--2020-06-24--Car crashes into roundabout near Winchester after 100mph M3 police chase

A LATE night police chase ended in a car smashing into a barrier in Hampshire .
After the driver of @ @ @ @ @ for Surrey police officers a high-speed chase began on the M3 .
Officers followed the @ @ @ @ @ motorway at Junction 9 , where its wheels were stung by a Hampshire Police team @ @ @ @ @ lose control and collide with a barrier .
Two men were arrested at the scene @ @ @ @ @ of a motor vehicle , dangerous driving , drug driving and failing to stop for @ @ @ @ @ the early hours of June 21 .
A Surrey Police spokesperson said : `` In @ @ @ @ @ , this BMW failed to stop for us on the M3 in Chertsey .
`` @ @ @ @ @ and when the vehicle left at junction 9 , it was stung by Hampshire Road @ @ @ @ @ control and collided into the barrier . ''

After the driver of a BMW failed to stop for Surrey police officers a high-speed chase began on the M3.
Officers followed the vehicle until it left the motorway at Junction 9, where its wheels were stung by a Hampshire Police team, forcing the driver to lose control and collide with a barrier.
Two men were arrested at the scene on suspicion of aggravated theft of a motor vehicle, dangerous driving, drug driving and failing to stop for police following the incident in the early hours of June 21.
A Surrey Police spokesperson said: "In the hours of this morning, this BMW failed to stop for us on the M3 in Chertsey.
"We ventured over to Hampshire and when the vehicle left at junction 9, it was stung by Hampshire Road Policing. The driver lost control and collided into the barrier."