thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Passenger numbers monitored with a view to the reinstatement of Wightlink's Fast Cat service

PASSENGERS travelling cross-Solent are being `` closely monitored '' with plans to reinstate services to the Isle of Wight .
The Isle of Wight Transport Infrastructure Board is closely monitoring cross-Solent foot passenger numbers with a view to the reinstatement of Wightlink 's Fast Cat service as soon as demand permits .
At present foot passenger numbers are at around 15 per cent of normal levels , and rail volumes between London Waterloo and Portsmouth at just 11 per cent .
This means the service is not financially viable .
The Board has identified that there is currently plenty of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hi-speed passenger service between Cowes and Southampton operating at 20 per cent of available capacity – and Hovertravel ’ s Ryde to Southsea passenger service at 25 per cent .
The Red Jet is currently operating a reduced service of three round trips each morning and evening .
“ We are working extremely closely with all the cross-Solent operators over the timing and financial viability of the reinstatement of services , and it is absolutely crucial this is done at the right time taking into account spare capacity , demand and viability , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ All operators are running at a loss and any service increases must take the operators ’ viability into account to ensure services are protected for the long-term future .
`` Unfortunately , just at this time the board can not support the re-introduction of the Fast Cat service with such low passenger numbers as demand is easily being met by Hovertravel .
This position is fully supported by Wightlink and Hovertravel .
`` The operators are absolutely committed to supporting the Island 's recovery and are keen to add capacity as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” Foot passengers looking to travel from the east of the Island to the mainland can still use Hovertravel , which has been operating at 99 per cent reliability throughout the pandemic .
It is also undertaking a number of emergency patient transfers for the Isle of Wight Ambulance Service .
Foot passengers can also use Wightlink 's Fishbourne to Portsmouth car ferry service , which is also close to Portsmouth Harbour station .

The Isle of Wight Transport Infrastructure Board is closely monitoring cross-Solent foot passenger numbers with a view to the reinstatement of Wightlink's Fast Cat service as soon as demand permits.
At present foot passenger numbers are at around 15 per cent of normal levels, and rail volumes between London Waterloo and Portsmouth at just 11 per cent.
This means the service is not financially viable.
The Board has identified that there is currently plenty of spare capacity – with Red Funnel's hi-speed passenger service between Cowes and Southampton operating at 20 per cent of available capacity – and Hovertravel’s Ryde to Southsea passenger service at 25 per cent.
The Red Jet is currently operating a reduced service of three round trips each morning and evening.
“We are working extremely closely with all the cross-Solent operators over the timing and financial viability of the reinstatement of services, and it is absolutely crucial this is done at the right time taking into account spare capacity, demand and viability,” said board chairman, Christopher Garnett.
“All operators are running at a loss and any service increases must take the operators’ viability into account to ensure services are protected for the long-term future.
"Unfortunately, just at this time the board cannot support the re-introduction of the Fast Cat service with such low passenger numbers as demand is easily being met by Hovertravel. This position is fully supported by Wightlink and Hovertravel.
"The operators are absolutely committed to supporting the Island's recovery and are keen to add capacity as demand increases and at the right time.”
Foot passengers looking to travel from the east of the Island to the mainland can still use Hovertravel, which has been operating at 99 per cent reliability throughout the pandemic. It is also undertaking a number of emergency patient transfers for the Isle of Wight Ambulance Service.
Foot passengers can also use Wightlink's Fishbourne to Portsmouth car ferry service, which is also close to Portsmouth Harbour station.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Southampton Airport launch more frequent flights to Manchester

NEW fights to Manchester have been launched at Southampton Airport .
Eastern Airways has added a further service to Manchester from Southampton Airport .
The additional Manchester flight will commence from August 3 , departing at 7.15am , adding extra choice and day trip potential for passengers , alongside its 4pm service .
It comes after the re-commencement of Eastern Airways ’ Southampton-Leeds service , which returned to the Southampton Airport schedule this week and compliments the already-running services to Belfast City and Newcastle .
Southampton Airport operations director , Steve Szalay , said : “ We are absolutely delighted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Airlines and look forward to developing more services into the future as demand increases and more people return to flying.
” Roger Hage , general manager of Eastern Airways , added : “ As passenger demand returns slowly to the key domestic services from Southampton , we are pleased to be adding a second daily Manchester service to allow a day-return option .
“ From August 3 , we will offer a 7.15am departure to complement the late afternoon Manchester weekday departure , which gives passengers a full day in the north-west , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an opportunity to get away for a few days .
As demand increases we will continue to add frequency and capacity to the service .
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Eastern Airways has added a further service to Manchester from Southampton Airport.
The additional Manchester flight will commence from August 3, departing at 7.15am, adding extra choice and day trip potential for passengers, alongside its 4pm service.
It comes after the re-commencement of Eastern Airways’ Southampton-Leeds service, which returned to the Southampton Airport schedule this week and compliments the already-running services to Belfast City and Newcastle.
Southampton Airport operations director, Steve Szalay, said: “We are absolutely delighted to be extending our partnership with Eastern Airlines and look forward to developing more services into the future as demand increases and more people return to flying.”
Roger Hage, general manager of Eastern Airways, added: “As passenger demand returns slowly to the key domestic services from Southampton, we are pleased to be adding a second daily Manchester service to allow a day-return option.
“From August 3, we will offer a 7.15am departure to complement the late afternoon Manchester weekday departure, which gives passengers a full day in the north-west, connections to many onward Manchester destinations or an opportunity to get away for a few days. As demand increases we will continue to add frequency and capacity to the service.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--It's Electrifying: Peter Andre to star in Grease in Southampton

PETER Andre is to guest star in Grease the Musical when it plays Mayflower Theatre next year .
The singer and TV personality will play Teen Angel and Vince Fontaine in Southampton from May 11 to 15 2021 .
The much loved musical is back grittier and more glamorous than ever before , ready to reignite your passion for Grease and reintroduce you to an explosion of summer loving .
After a whirlwind summer romance , leather-clad greaser Danny and girl-next-door Sandy are unexpectedly reunited when she transfers to Rydell High for senior year .
But can they survive the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ find true love once more ?
With its phenomenal score , bursting with hits including Summer Nights , Greased Lightnin ’ , Hopelessly Devoted to You and You ’ re the One That I Want , this thrilling new version is brought to life by a fresh young cast of T Birds and Pink Ladies .
It is directed by Nikolai Foster and choreographed by Arlene Phillips .
Peter Andre gained popularity as a singer in the 90s , best known for his singles Mysterious Girl and Flava .
He is also well-known @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I 'm a Celebrity ... Get Me Out of Here , where he met his ex wife Katie Price , also known as glamour model Jordan , and the 13th series of Strictly Come Dancing .
He has been a regular on reality TV with several series devoted to his family life .
Grease first came to the stage in 1971 and followed ten working-class teenagers as they navigated the complexities of peer pressure , politics , personal core values , and love .
It spawned the 1978 classic movie starring John Travolta @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sequel Grease 2 starring Maxwell Caulfield and Michelle Pfeiffer .

The singer and TV personality will play Teen Angel and Vince Fontaine in Southampton from May 11 to 15 2021.
The much loved musical is back grittier and more glamorous than ever before, ready to reignite your passion for Grease and reintroduce you to an explosion of summer loving.
After a whirlwind summer romance, leather-clad greaser Danny and girl-next-door Sandy are unexpectedly reunited when she transfers to Rydell High for senior year. But can they survive the trials and tribulations of teenage life and find true love once more?
With its phenomenal score, bursting with hits including Summer Nights, Greased Lightnin’, Hopelessly Devoted to You and You’re the One That I Want, this thrilling new version is brought to life by a fresh young cast of T Birds and Pink Ladies.
It is directed by Nikolai Foster and choreographed by Arlene Phillips.
Peter Andre gained popularity as a singer in the 90s, best known for his singles Mysterious Girl and Flava.
He is also well-known for appearing on the third series of I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here, where he met his ex wife Katie Price, also known as glamour model Jordan, and the 13th series of Strictly Come Dancing. He has been a regular on reality TV with several series devoted to his family life.
Grease first came to the stage in 1971 and followed ten working-class teenagers as they navigated the complexities of peer pressure, politics, personal core values, and love. It spawned the 1978 classic movie starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton John and the 1982 sequel Grease 2 starring Maxwell Caulfield and Michelle Pfeiffer.


thedailyecho--2020-07-07--Attack involving knifeman at Budgens in Ringwood

AN INVESTIGATION has been launched after reports of an assault involving a man with a knife at a New Forest @ @ @ @ @ Budgens store in Salisbury Road , Ringwood , on Monday afternoon and were at the @ @ @ @ @ out inquiries .
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of a string of @ @ @ @ @ actual bodily harm and affray .
A Hampshire Constabulary spokesperson said : `` We were @ @ @ @ @ reports of an assault , and a man in possession of a knife , at @ @ @ @ @ Road , Ringwood .
`` Prior to officer arrival the suspect had left the scene @ @ @ @ @ to locate him and a 16-year-old boy from Fordingbridge was arrested on suspicion of two @ @ @ @ @ , affray , possession of an offensive weapon and possession of a Class A drug @ @ @ @ @ at this time . ''
The Daily Echo has contacted Budgens and South Central Ambulance @ @ @ @ @

Officers attended the Budgens store in Salisbury Road, Ringwood, on Monday afternoon and were at the scene for several hours carrying out inquiries.
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of a string of offences including two assaults occasioning actual bodily harm and affray.
A Hampshire Constabulary spokesperson said: "We were called at 4.55pm yesterday to reports of an assault, and a man in possession of a knife, at the Budgens Store on Salisbury Road, Ringwood.
"Prior to officer arrival the suspect had left the scene.
"Enquiries were conducted to locate him and a 16-year-old boy from Fordingbridge was arrested on suspicion of two assaults occasioning actual bodily harm, affray, possession of an offensive weapon and possession of a Class A drug. He remains in custody at this time."
The Daily Echo has contacted Budgens and South Central Ambulance Service for more details.


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Man dies after jumping off Itchen Bridge

A MAN has died after jumping off a Southampton bridge this morning .
A coastguard helicopter was circling the River Itchen at around 9am .
Hillhead Coastguard Rescue Team reported it is involved in a multi-agency incident .
Police were called just after 9am by the ambulance service , after a man jumped from the Itchen Bridge .
He was pronounced dead at the scene .
One witness told the Daily Echo : `` There was a tanker with loads of ambulance , police and rescue boats .
`` Now someone has said they [ emergency services ] jumped into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Bridge . ''
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said : `` We were called to the Itchen Bridge , Southampton , at just after 9am this morning by the Ambulance Service after a man jumped from the Itchen Bridge .
`` Despite best efforts , he was pronounced dead at the scene .
`` We have not been able to inform the next of kin at this stage . ''
South Central Ambulance Service confirmed they did attend an incident this morning but were unable to provide any further details .
The Daily @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

A coastguard helicopter was circling the River Itchen at around 9am.
Hillhead Coastguard Rescue Team reported it is involved in a multi-agency incident.
Police were called just after 9am by the ambulance service, after a man jumped from the Itchen Bridge.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
One witness told the Daily Echo: "There was a tanker with loads of ambulance, police and rescue boats.
"Now someone has said they [emergency services] jumped into the boats and went to the Itchen Bridge."
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said: "We were called to the Itchen Bridge, Southampton, at just after 9am this morning by the Ambulance Service after a man jumped from the Itchen Bridge.
"Despite best efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
"We have not been able to inform the next of kin at this stage."
A spokesperson for Calshot RNLI said: "Both of our boats were this morning tasked by the Coastguard to assist with the incident on the Itchen Bridge today."
South Central Ambulance Service confirmed they did attend an incident this morning but were unable to provide any further details.
The Daily Echo has contacted Coastguard for more details.
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thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Alexander Dibden and Natalie Snow jailed at Southampton Crown Court

A COUPLE with 243 offences between them has been jailed for targeting Southampton businesses during the lockdown .
Serial offenders , their crimes include a string of thefts , frauds and burglaries .
Alexander Dibden , 37 , has committed 180 offences and been convicted for 59 .
His partner Natalie Snow , 34 , has 26 convictions for 63 offences .
Together they preyed on businesses struggling to survive through lockdown .
They appeared before Southampton Crown Court via video link facing joint burglary charges .
They pleaded guilty to all offences .
• Couple ransacked home of Southampton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ removal' The court heard how Dibden of Wallace Road ransacked a Southampton hair salon on January 23 .
Prosecuting , Kerry Maylin told how the same morning he went to a Lidl supermarket and when asked to leave by a security guard “ he made a number of threats ” and said he knew where he lived and threatened to kill him .
Then on April 5 , while “ buying Rizla papers ” at the One Stop store in Peartree Avenue Dibden reached into the till and stole around £150 .
Days @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while buying a lollipop at the One Stop branch in North East Road .
He made threats he would hurt members of staff when they tried to stop him .
Snow , of Commercial Road , was outside and tried to prize open the door .
Then on May 17 , they targeted the Oxford Brasserie on Oxford Street .
CCTV footage showed Dibden entering at least four times while Snow stood outside placing items in a “ bulging ” carrier bag .
Arrested on June 3 they gave a no comment interview @ @ @ @ @ @ @ security guard said how he took Dibden ’ s threats seriously .
Defending , Keely Harvey said how custody has been particularly tough for them and they have had a hard battle with drugs .
Judge Parker jailed Dibden for 32 months and Snow for 20 months .

Serial offenders, their crimes include a string of thefts, frauds and burglaries.
Alexander Dibden, 37, has committed 180 offences and been convicted for 59.
His partner Natalie Snow, 34, has 26 convictions for 63 offences.
Together they preyed on businesses struggling to survive through lockdown.
They appeared before Southampton Crown Court via video link facing joint burglary charges.
Dibden also faced a a charge of threatening behaviour.
They pleaded guilty to all offences.
The court heard how Dibden of Wallace Road ransacked a Southampton hair salon on January 23.
Prosecuting, Kerry Maylin told how the same morning he went to a Lidl supermarket and when asked to leave by a security guard “he made a number of threats” and said he knew where he lived and threatened to kill him.
Then on April 5, while “buying Rizla papers” at the One Stop store in Peartree Avenue Dibden reached into the till and stole around £150.
Days later, he snatched for the till while buying a lollipop at the One Stop branch in North East Road.
He made threats he would hurt members of staff when they tried to stop him.
Snow, of Commercial Road, was outside and tried to prize open the door.
Then on May 17, they targeted the Oxford Brasserie on Oxford Street.
CCTV footage showed Dibden entering at least four times while Snow stood outside placing items in a “bulging” carrier bag.
Arrested on June 3 they gave a no comment interview.
A victim statement from the Lidl security guard said how he took Dibden’s threats seriously.
Defending, Keely Harvey said how custody has been particularly tough for them and they have had a hard battle with drugs.
Judge Parker jailed Dibden for 32 months and Snow for 20 months.


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Southampton launch 2020/21 kit

Southampton launch 2020/21 kit

SAINTS have launched their new kits for the 2020/21 campaign .
The new strip marks the club 's 135th anniversary which is why it 's been given the sash design , although Saints ' players had to wear a physical sash over their shoulder in 1885 .
The 2020/21 home shirt will be predominantly red with a singular white sash across the front and will be paired with black shorts and red socks .
• POLL : What are your thoughts on Saints ' new kit ?
• READ MORE : Ten best Saints kits of all time > > @ @ @ @ @ @ @ red with a white sash and will feature both white shorts and white socks .
Alex McCarthy and Angus Gunn have three coloured goalkeeper jerseys to hang in their wardrobe .
As well as the all-blue and all-pink design , kit maker Under Armour have designed an all-yellow strip .
The away kit is yet to be revealed , although it 's expected to be released at the beginning of August .
To accompany the kit launch , Saints released an arcade game called called ‘ Defying the Odds since 1885 ’ .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's side 's history , the online game features three levels for fans to conquer , each unlocking a different part of the new home kit once complete .
Beginning in 1885 at the club ’ s inception and leading up to the present day , the levels , which see the player donning consecutive historic kits , represent different eras in the Saints ' history .
Carlie Read , head of marketing at Saints , said : “ As we mark the 135th anniversary of Southampton Football Club , the players , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ proud to remember our rich history , and that ’ s why the new kit features the iconic sash design that first graced Southampton ’ s shirts back in 1885 .
“ We ’ ve always had a fighting spirit and we ’ re proud of that , so we could n't think of a better way to mark the club ’ s 135th anniversary than by reminding our fans of the many times we ’ ve defied the odds throughout our rich history .
`` Creating an interactive retro style arcade game @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s history and allow them to unlock the new kit , felt like the ultimate way to do this . ''
One of the goalkeeper shirts for the 2020/21 campaign ( Pic : Southampton FC ) Luke Nicholson , director of brand and content at St Mary 's , added : “ Despite the challenges that football clubs have had to face in recent months , our desire to find new and exciting ways to engage our fans remains strong .
`` We hope the details within the game bring a smile to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they ’ re excited by our new kit to celebrate our 135-year history.
” To pre-order the new kit , which is on sale today , visit : https : //www.southamptonfc.com/store/replica-kit/c-1/c-69

The new strip marks the club's 135th anniversary which is why it's been given the sash design, although Saints' players had to wear a physical sash over their shoulder in 1885.
The 2020/21 home shirt will be predominantly red with a singular white sash across the front and will be paired with black shorts and red socks.
Saints' third choice jersey is red with a white sash and will feature both white shorts and white socks.
Alex McCarthy and Angus Gunn have three coloured goalkeeper jerseys to hang in their wardrobe.
Saints' new-look home shirt for the 2020/21 season (Pic: Southampton FC)
As well as the all-blue and all-pink design, kit maker Under Armour have designed an all-yellow strip.
The away kit is yet to be revealed, although it's expected to be released at the beginning of August.
To accompany the kit launch, Saints released an arcade game called called ‘Defying the Odds since 1885’.
#SaintsFC kit prices:
Adult: £55 shirt, £25 shorts, £12 socks.
Youth: £42 shirt, £22 shorts, £10 socks.
These can be pre-ordered on the club's website. — Dan Sheldon (@dansheldonsport) July 8, 2020
In a nod to the St Mary's side's history, the online game features three levels for fans to conquer, each unlocking a different part of the new home kit once complete.
Beginning in 1885 at the club’s inception and leading up to the present day, the levels, which see the player donning consecutive historic kits, represent different eras in the Saints' history.
Saints' third-choice strip (Pic: Southampton FC)
Charlie Read, head of marketing at Saints, said: “As we mark the 135th anniversary of Southampton Football Club, the players, the staff and the fans alike are proud to remember our rich history, and that’s why the new kit features the iconic sash design that first graced Southampton’s shirts back in 1885.
“We’ve always had a fighting spirit and we’re proud of that, so we couldn't think of a better way to mark the club’s 135th anniversary than by reminding our fans of the many times we’ve defied the odds throughout our rich history.
"Creating an interactive retro style arcade game to take fans through the club’s history and allow them to unlock the new kit, felt like the ultimate way to do this."
One of the goalkeeper shirts for the 2020/21 campaign (Pic: Southampton FC)
Luke Nicholson, director of brand and content at St Mary's, added: “Despite the challenges that football clubs have had to face in recent months, our desire to find new and exciting ways to engage our fans remains strong.
"We hope the details within the game bring a smile to the faces of Saints fans and that they’re excited by our new kit to celebrate our 135-year history.”
To pre-order the new kit, which is on sale today, visit: https://www.southamptonfc.com/store/replica-kit/c-1/c-69


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Nine Hampshire neighbours scoop big prize in Postcode Lottery

THREE Southampton residents have scooped £1,000 each thanks to their lucky postcode .
The Lower Chase Road neighbours netted the four-figure prize when SO32 2PB was announced as a Daily Prize winner with People ’ s Postcode Lottery on Tuesday 7th July 2020 .
Six people in Holbury are also celebrating today after winning £1,000 .
The neighbours from Watton Road netted the windfall when SO45 2LW was announced as a Daily Prize winner with People ’ s Postcode Lottery on Wednesday 8th July 2020 .
Offering his congratulations , People ’ s Postcode Lottery ambassador Danyl Johnson said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ winners !
Congratulations to them and I hope they go and treat themselves to something nice with their winnings.
” A minimum of 32 % of postcode lottery ticket sales goes directly to charities and players of People ’ s Postcode Lottery have so far raised over £500 million to date for thousands of good causes in Britain and beyond .
This draw was promoted by Girlguiding which has received over £5.2 million in funding from the players of People ’ Postcode Lottery .
Girlguiding is active in every part of the UK @ @ @ @ @ @ @ space where they can be themselves , have fun , build brilliant friendships , gain valuable life skills and make a positive difference to their lives and their communities .
Many good causes close to the winners have also benefitted from players ’ support , and local charities can next apply for funding in August .

The Lower Chase Road neighbours netted the four-figure prize when SO32 2PB was announced as a Daily Prize winner with People’s Postcode Lottery on Tuesday 7th July 2020.
Six people in Holbury are also celebrating today after winning £1,000.
The neighbours from Watton Road netted the windfall when SO45 2LW was announced as a Daily Prize winner with People’s Postcode Lottery on Wednesday 8th July 2020.
Offering his congratulations, People’s Postcode Lottery ambassador Danyl Johnson said: “What an amazing surprise for our winners! Congratulations to them and I hope they go and treat themselves to something nice with their winnings.”
A minimum of 32% of postcode lottery ticket sales goes directly to charities and players of People’s Postcode Lottery have so far raised over £500 million to date for thousands of good causes in Britain and beyond.
This draw was promoted by Girlguiding which has received over £5.2 million in funding from the players of People’ Postcode Lottery. Girlguiding is active in every part of the UK, giving girls and young women a space where they can be themselves, have fun, build brilliant friendships, gain valuable life skills and make a positive difference to their lives and their communities.
Many good causes close to the winners have also benefitted from players’ support, and local charities can next apply for funding in August.


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Eastern Airways to operate flight from Southampton Airport to Dublin

SOUTHAMPTON will be connected to Dublin with a new air route .
Eastern Airways has today confirmed a new route from Southampton Airport to Dublin .
Flights will launch from Monday , August 17 with tickets on sale from today .
It forms part of the airline 's expansion plans from the southern airport .
By reconnecting the airport with the Irish capital Dublin Eastern Airways increases the number of its routes from Southampton to seven .
There will initially be a daily round-trip which will increase with demand and as Covid-19 travel restrictions are lifted .
Eastern Airways already @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Manchester , Newcastle and Teesside .
Meanwhile , the Southampton to Manchester flight will return to twice-daily from August 3 .
And , Southampton to Newcastle from September 7 .
The airline has the latest ATR 72-600 aircraft based at Southampton , and intends over time to have up to five located there .
Steve Szalay , Operations Director for Southampton Airport , said : “ Dublin has long been a destination in high demand by our passengers .
We are delighted that Eastern Airways is opening this route from Southampton Airport @ @ @ @ @ @ @ airports are in providing vital connectivity across the UK.
” General Manager Commercial and Operations , Roger Hage added : “ We are delighted to confirm a start date for the Southampton – Dublin route launch of 17 August , which is now bookable , as we restore this important trade and leisure link between the south coast of England and Ireland ’ s capital .
We are beginning to help increase accessibility to Southampton as we have already reintroduced a number of other routes from the airport , increasing frequency and will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ establish a five aircraft base . ''
Following Eastern Airways ’ former franchise partner , Flybe , entering administration , Eastern has continued to operate its scheduled services independently and support the return of services at Southampton , a long-established base for Eastern Airways .

Eastern Airways has today confirmed a new route from Southampton Airport to Dublin.
Flights will launch from Monday, August 17 with tickets on sale from today.
It forms part of the airline's expansion plans from the southern airport.
By reconnecting the airport with the Irish capital Dublin Eastern Airways increases the number of its routes from Southampton to seven.
There will initially be a daily round-trip which will increase with demand and as Covid-19 travel restrictions are lifted.
Eastern Airways already offers services to Belfast City, Leeds-Bradford, Manchester, Newcastle and Teesside.
Meanwhile, the Southampton to Manchester flight will return to twice-daily from August 3.
And, Southampton to Newcastle from September 7.
The airline has the latest ATR 72-600 aircraft based at Southampton, and intends over time to have up to five located there.
Steve Szalay, Operations Director for Southampton Airport, said: “Dublin has long been a destination in high demand by our passengers. We are delighted that Eastern Airways is opening this route from Southampton Airport, once again demonstrating how crucial regional airports are in providing vital connectivity across the UK.”
General Manager Commercial and Operations, Roger Hage added: “We are delighted to confirm a start date for the Southampton – Dublin route launch of 17 August, which is now bookable, as we restore this important trade and leisure link between the south coast of England and Ireland’s capital. We are beginning to help increase accessibility to Southampton as we have already reintroduced a number of other routes from the airport, increasing frequency and will also add further new services as we establish a five aircraft base."
Following Eastern Airways’ former franchise partner, Flybe, entering administration, Eastern has continued to operate its scheduled services independently and support the return of services at Southampton, a long-established base for Eastern Airways.


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Deaths higher than normal levels during coronavirus pandemic

DEATHS in Southampton remained higher than normal levels in May following a spike the previous month , official figures show .
But as mortality rates across the UK begin to return to pre-pandemic levels , a leading behavioural scientist warned scrapping the two-metre rule is a “ disaster waiting to happen ” .
Office for National Statistics figures show 180 deaths recorded in Southampton in May .
That was 13 more than the number recorded in May 2019 .
This was lower than the average rise across the South East ’ s 67 local authorities however , where death counts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also saw a jump in fatalities in the previous month , with 138 more deaths compared to April 2019 .
It means that in the year to the end of May there were 169 more deaths than at the same point last year .
Figures show deaths that may have been indirectly caused by the pandemic , like people not seeking or receiving medical attention for other conditions .
Across England and Wales , the death toll in May rose by more than 8,000 , climbing from 44,290 in 2019 to 52,315 this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and the end of May , there were 290,157 deaths recorded across the two countries , an increase of 58,581 from the year before .
The ONS announced at the end of June that the number of deaths registered in England and Wales over the week ending June 19 had fallen below normal levels since the lockdown .
It came before pubs , restaurants and hairdressers reopened on Saturday , and the two-metre rule went down to one .
But behavioural scientist Professor Susan Michie said : “ It ’ s a disaster @ @ @ @ @ @ @ go down to one metre , that is the distance that people you don ’ t know and are not intimate with are distant from each other just generally going around and about their business .
So basically you have lost the concept of social distance .
”

But as mortality rates across the UK begin to return to pre-pandemic levels, a leading behavioural scientist warned scrapping the two-metre rule is a “disaster waiting to happen”.
Office for National Statistics figures show 180 deaths recorded in Southampton in May.
That was 13 more than the number recorded in May 2019.
This was lower than the average rise across the South East’s 67 local authorities however, where death counts increased by 16 per cent.
Southampton also saw a jump in fatalities in the previous month, with 138 more deaths compared to April 2019.
It means that in the year to the end of May there were 169 more deaths than at the same point last year.
Figures show deaths that may have been indirectly caused by the pandemic, like people not seeking or receiving medical attention for other conditions.
Across England and Wales, the death toll in May rose by more than 8,000, climbing from 44,290 in 2019 to 52,315 this year.
Between the start of January and the end of May, there were 290,157 deaths recorded across the two countries, an increase of 58,581 from the year before.
The ONS announced at the end of June that the number of deaths registered in England and Wales over the week ending June 19 had fallen below normal levels since the lockdown.
It came before pubs, restaurants and hairdressers reopened on Saturday, and the two-metre rule went down to one.
But behavioural scientist Professor Susan Michie said: “It’s a disaster waiting to happen.
"If you go down to one metre, that is the distance that people you don’t know and are not intimate with are distant from each other just generally going around and about their business. So basically you have lost the concept of social distance.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Southampton hairdressers on life after coronavirus lockdown

From home dye to root growth and a baron business to a booming industry , hairdressers are facing it all as lockdown measures are eased .
Hair salons were given the green light to reopen on Saturday , July 4 , with hundreds of businesses opening their doors after months of closures due to the coronavirus pandemic .
One of the first shops to open in Southampton was Jacks of London on Above Bar Street .
Owner John Swiegers said : “ Since we ’ ve opened we ’ ve been fully booked , it ’ s going really well @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has been both a blessing and a curse to Mr Swiegers who ’ s shop window had been “ smashed in ” on Sunday morning .
The industry was hit especially hard during lockdown with a majority of salons being independently run and many hairdressers being mobile .
As a result hundreds of salons have had to close and many have seen staff cuts due to being unable to keep their businesses afloat .
Among the salons that have reopened is Lissy Hair and Beauty on Portsmouth Road .
Salon owner , Melissa @ @ @ @ @ @ @ start of lockdown I was getting really upset and worried because that was a massive part of my income that has been taken away .
“ I ’ ve been doing Lissy Hair and Beauty for seven years but I only opened this salon in January and then it was closed in March , so I was a bit panicky and anxious.
” Salons across Southampton have been fully-booked since Saturday with back-to-back clients for the next month as people try to tame their mane .
Ms Ferguson said : “ I worked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it ’ s a bit hectic and I feel completely full on I ’ m so glad the salon ’ s back on its feet.
” Jacks of London had previously been a walk-in barbers but to adhere to Government guidelines the shop has now changed to a booking-only system .
Mr Swiegers said : “ We have six chairs now and we have removed the benches at the front where clients used to sit and wait.
” The internet is filled with tales of hairdresser ’ s horror stories since they ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fair share of infamous home-dye disasters .
Ms Ferguson added : “ I ’ ve had a lot of clients that have come in who have done their own hair during lockdown and people 's roots are insane .
I had one that had given herself an undercut , but it actually looked really nice.
” We have all tried to maintain our hair as best they can but it ’ s finally time to let the professionals take over again .
People across the city have been flocking to their nearest salon @ @ @ @ @ @ @ explained : “ I ’ m having to cut off two to three inches of hair per client , so what would normally be a trim is now a complete restyle .
“ Everyone ’ s just a bit overgrown at the moment !
” Delighted to be open after months of closure and loss of revenue Ms Ferugson said : “ It ’ s really nice to be back on my feet and see money coming through the door again.
” To support local hairdressers and barbers during this time it is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ public safety .
• Keeping a temporary log of all customers entering the salon with details remaining on their system for 21 days .
• When customers come they should be alone , arrive on time ( not early ) and be Covid-screened ( asked if they have any symptoms ) .
• Hairdressers should wear a visor or facemask and face-to-face talking should be limited .
Mr Swiegers stated that Jacks of London is taking every precaution to ensure the safety and comfort of his clients , having also brought an excess @ @ @ @ @ @ @ every client .
With a high-demand for salon services across our city it ’ s clear to see that hairdressers and barbers are up to the challenge of fixing our beastly barnets .

Hair salons were given the green light to reopen on Saturday, July 4, with hundreds of businesses opening their doors after months of closures due to the coronavirus pandemic.
One of the first shops to open in Southampton was Jacks of London on Above Bar Street. Owner John Swiegers said: “Since we’ve opened we’ve been fully booked, it’s going really well.
Opening on a busy high street has been both a blessing and a curse to Mr Swiegers who’s shop window had been “smashed in” on Sunday morning.
The industry was hit especially hard during lockdown with a majority of salons being independently run and many hairdressers being mobile.
As a result hundreds of salons have had to close and many have seen staff cuts due to being unable to keep their businesses afloat.
Among the salons that have reopened is Lissy Hair and Beauty on Portsmouth Road.
Salon owner, Melissa Ferguson, said: “At the start of lockdown I was getting really upset and worried because that was a massive part of my income that has been taken away.
“I’ve been doing Lissy Hair and Beauty for seven years but I only opened this salon in January and then it was closed in March, so I was a bit panicky and anxious.”
Salons across Southampton have been fully-booked since Saturday with back-to-back clients for the next month as people try to tame their mane.
Ms Ferguson said: “I worked 12 hours on Saturday and even though it’s a bit hectic and I feel completely full on I’m so glad the salon’s back on its feet.”
Jacks of London had previously been a walk-in barbers but to adhere to Government guidelines the shop has now changed to a booking-only system.
Mr Swiegers said: “We have six chairs now and we have removed the benches at the front where clients used to sit and wait.”
The internet is filled with tales of hairdresser’s horror stories since they’ve reopened and Southampton has had its fair share of infamous home-dye disasters.
Ms Ferguson added: “I’ve had a lot of clients that have come in who have done their own hair during lockdown and people's roots are insane. I had one that had given herself an undercut, but it actually looked really nice.”
We have all tried to maintain our hair as best they can but it’s finally time to let the professionals take over again.
People across the city have been flocking to their nearest salon to trim their tresses, Ms Ferguson explained: “I’m having to cut off two to three inches of hair per client, so what would normally be a trim is now a complete restyle.
“Everyone’s just a bit overgrown at the moment!”
Delighted to be open after months of closure and loss of revenue Ms Ferugson said: “It’s really nice to be back on my feet and see money coming through the door again.”
To support local hairdressers and barbers during this time it is key to follow Government guidelines to ensure public safety.
New rules for hair salons include:
Keeping a temporary log of all customers entering the salon with details remaining on their system for 21 days.
Appointment-only booking systems.
When customers come they should be alone, arrive on time (not early) and be Covid-screened (asked if they have any symptoms).
Hairdressers should wear a visor or facemask and face-to-face talking should be limited.
Mr Swiegers stated that Jacks of London is taking every precaution to ensure the safety and comfort of his clients, having also brought an excess number of gowns which are washed after every client.
With a high-demand for salon services across our city it’s clear to see that hairdressers and barbers are up to the challenge of fixing our beastly barnets.


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Red Funnel warn passengers that "stay in vehicle" sailings will revert back to normal this month

RED FUNNEL has warned its customers that all `` stay in vehicle '' sailings will now be reverted back to their usual format , with passengers having to exit their cars for the duration of the journey .
The ferry company worked with the Maritime and Coastguard Agency ( MCA ) in March to temporarily allow passengers to remain in vehicles on select crossings , in order to protect those passengers who were shielding during the COVID-19 pandemic , but this will soon be changing and passengers will have to ascent to the designated passenger decks .
Transitioning back to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ phases .
The first , effective on Monday , July 13 will see the 3pm departure from Southampton and the 4.30pm departure from East Cowes revert to standard crossings , no longer operating as ‘ stay in vehicle ’ sailings .
While the 9pm departure from Southampton and 10.30pm departure from East Cowes will remain as ‘ stay in vehicle ’ sailings until July 31 , with all crossings returning to the original format from August 1 in line with the latest government guidance .
Fran Collins , CEO of Red Funnel , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its advice to shield from August 1 , now is the right time for us to make changes to our ‘ stay in vehicle ’ crossings and move closer to resuming our usual operations .
`` We hope that by giving customers as much notice as possible this will benefit our passengers and prepare them for the changes .
We have put a lot of measures in place to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our passengers , including reducing our overall capacity to enable social distancing .
`` We want to emphasise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on our ferries and we have all of the provisions in place to welcome them back on board safely .
”

The ferry company worked with the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) in March to temporarily allow passengers to remain in vehicles on select crossings, in order to protect those passengers who were shielding during the COVID-19 pandemic, but this will soon be changing and passengers will have to ascent to the designated passenger decks.
Transitioning back to standard vehicle sailings will come in two phases.
The first, effective on Monday, July 13 will see the 3pm departure from Southampton and the 4.30pm departure from East Cowes revert to standard crossings, no longer operating as ‘stay in vehicle’ sailings.
While the 9pm departure from Southampton and 10.30pm departure from East Cowes will remain as ‘stay in vehicle’ sailings until July 31, with all crossings returning to the original format from August 1 in line with the latest government guidance.
Fran Collins, CEO of Red Funnel, said: “With the government withdrawing its advice to shield from August 1, now is the right time for us to make changes to our ‘stay in vehicle’ crossings and move closer to resuming our usual operations.
"We hope that by giving customers as much notice as possible this will benefit our passengers and prepare them for the changes. We have put a lot of measures in place to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our passengers, including reducing our overall capacity to enable social distancing.
"We want to emphasise that passengers should feel safe to travel on our ferries and we have all of the provisions in place to welcome them back on board safely.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Saints FC shirts - ten of the best

Saints FC shirts - ten of the best

SAINTS have launched their new kits for the 2020/21 campaign .
The new strip marks the club 's 135th anniversary which is why it 's been given the sash design - Saints ' players wore a physical sash over their shoulder in 1885 .
To celebrate this , the Daily Echo takes a look back at our top ten shirts from the past Football shirts may not be the desirable of fashion items , but all supporters have an opinion on them .
Here are the ten best Saints shirts - do you agree , or are there other more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ list ?
The candy-stripes home shirt .
It perfectly walked the tightrope of being unmistakably stripes and at the same time ensuring it had nothing in common with any other club .
Synonymous with Saints ' return to the top flight at the end of the '70s .
A firm favourite and perhaps the design most requested each summer before Saints reveal their new kit .
Rank Xerox , Air Florida and Draper Tools were the sponsors with their name plastered across the front of the shirt over the five years it graced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ missing out on the league title The sash – a return to the roots of the club and a huge success when it was brought back to mark the club ’ s 125th anniversary .
It stood apart as well as adorning the players as they surged to promotion from League One to the Championship .
The original sash was in fact just a piece of red cloth worn over a white shirt , so could be in any direction , although the 21st century version ran from the right shoulder to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which in fact looks better now than it did at the time .
The shirt is dominated by the huge Pony tick – a geometric version of the Nike swoosh – but showed that stripes don ’ t have to be straight forward .
Memorable moment – Le Tissier ’ s sublime brace againt Newcastle at The Dell live on Sky to signify his return to the starting line-up .
The kit which welcomed in the new era as Saints moved to St Mary ’ s – but its highlight for most people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the one match it was featured in SO15 .
It was a return to 'normal ' stripes after two years of the fat stripes with the first kit the club produced themselves .
Memorable moment – Le Tiss scoring the last league goal at The Dell The reason Saints ’ fans expect to see a yellow and blue away kit is because of this shirt .
It was introduced in the 70s as part of the fashion for clubs to try and emulate Brazil .
On one day in May 1976 , Saints @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The sponsor logo was itchy and inflexible but this simple and understated design was – even with its very tight shorts .
Sadly , the football at the time was also quite simple – but at least the kit saw a march to Wembley for the Zenith Data Systems Cup final , although we wore a fetching blue number for the final .
Memorable moment – A topsy-turvey 4-3 which Saints lost on the final day – but kept Oldham up against all the odds .
From 1950 until 1976 , there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ kit other than changes to the collar .
Prior to 1950 , the club played in navy shorts and had worn red and white stripes since halves were ditched in 1896 prior to the move to The Dell , but ultimately the stripes and shirts stayed the same – the kit was functional rather than anything else .
This simplicity made this shirt great .
For these 10 years , it had a simple round collar , which changed from white to red .
Memorable moment – Saints gaining promotion to the top @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more straightforward design than its predecessor , this shirt was light weight and modern feeling - which basically meant it was made of nylon .
The collar would never stand up - as it should have if you wanted to emulate the Cantona inspired fashion of the time - but regardless , it certainly looked decent , even with the huge red shield around the badge .
Memorable moment - Smashing nine goals past Man United in two games .
Very much a shirt of two halves .
The front looks superb and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ any Saints shirt before or since .
However , the rear was an abomination – solid red to allow for bizarre UEFA rules about numbers on ‘ hard to read ’ stripes to placate short sighted commentators the continent over .
The front looked superb , but the rear made us look like a low rent Arsenal .
Sadly , was only worn once as Saints crashed out to Steua Bucharest over two legs .
Always certain to raise a smile from Saints fans for an emphatic 3-1 win !
The first minute @ @ @ @ @ @ @ remind you why .
In fact , you may also enjoy the match featured afterwards as well ...

The new strip marks the club's 135th anniversary which is why it's been given the sash design - Saints' players wore a physical sash over their shoulder in 1885.
To celebrate this, the Daily Echo takes a look back at our top ten shirts from the past
Football shirts may not be the desirable of fashion items, but all supporters have an opinion on them.
Here are the ten best Saints shirts - do you agree, or are there other more deserving kits which should be on this list?
1976 – 1979, Home, Admiral
The candy-stripes home shirt. It perfectly walked the tightrope of being unmistakably stripes and at the same time ensuring it had nothing in common with any other club. Synonymous with Saints' return to the top flight at the end of the '70s.
Memorable player – Mick Channon
Memoriable moment – Promotion back to Division One
1980 – 1984, Home, Patrick
A firm favourite and perhaps the design most requested each summer before Saints reveal their new kit. Rank Xerox, Air Florida and Draper Tools were the sponsors with their name plastered across the front of the shirt over the five years it graced The Dell.
Memorable player – Kevin Keegan
Memorable moment – Narrowly missing out on the league title
2010 – 2011, Home, Umbro
The sash – a return to the roots of the club and a huge success when it was brought back to mark the club’s 125th anniversary. It stood apart as well as adorning the players as they surged to promotion from League One to the Championship. The original sash was in fact just a piece of red cloth worn over a white shirt, so could be in any direction, although the 21st century version ran from the right shoulder to the left hip.
Memorable player – Rickie Lambert
Memorable moment – Pitch invasion after promotion
1993 – 1995, Home, Pony
A controversial kit, which in fact looks better now than it did at the time. The shirt is dominated by the huge Pony tick – a geometric version of the Nike swoosh – but showed that stripes don’t have to be straight forward.
Memorable player – Matt Le Tissier
Memorable moment – Le Tissier’s sublime brace againt Newcastle at The Dell live on Sky to signify his return to the starting line-up.
2001 – 2003, Home, Saints
The kit which welcomed in the new era as Saints moved to St Mary’s – but its highlight for most people will have been at The Dell in the one match it was featured in SO15. It was a return to 'normal' stripes after two years of the fat stripes with the first kit the club produced themselves.
Memorable player – James Beattie
Memorable moment – Le Tiss scoring the last league goal at The Dell
1976, Away, Admiral
The reason Saints’ fans expect to see a yellow and blue away kit is because of this shirt. It was introduced in the 70s as part of the fashion for clubs to try and emulate Brazil. On one day in May 1976, Saints did just that on the Wembley turf.
Memorable player – Bobby Stokes
Memorable moment – Lifting the FA Cup
1991 – 1993, Home, Admiral
The sponsor logo was itchy and inflexible but this simple and understated design was – even with its very tight shorts. Sadly, the football at the time was also quite simple – but at least the kit saw a march to Wembley for the Zenith Data Systems Cup final, although we wore a fetching blue number for the final.
Memorable player – Alan Shearer
Memorable moment – A topsy-turvey 4-3 which Saints lost on the final day – but kept Oldham up against all the odds.
1962 – 1972, Home, Toomers
From 1950 until 1976, there were no huge changes in the Saints kit other than changes to the collar. Prior to 1950, the club played in navy shorts and had worn red and white stripes since halves were ditched in 1896 prior to the move to The Dell, but ultimately the stripes and shirts stayed the same – the kit was functional rather than anything else. This simplicity made this shirt great. For these 10 years, it had a simple round collar, which changed from white to red.
Memorable player – Ron Davies
Memorable moment – Saints gaining promotion to the top flight for the first time
1995 - 1997, Saints, Pony
A far more straightforward design than its predecessor, this shirt was light weight and modern feeling - which basically meant it was made of nylon. The collar would never stand up - as it should have if you wanted to emulate the Cantona inspired fashion of the time - but regardless, it certainly looked decent, even with the huge red shield around the badge.
Memorable player - Egil Ostenstad
Memorable moment - Smashing nine goals past Man United in two games.
2003 (UEFA Cup), Home, Saints
Very much a shirt of two halves. The front looks superb and the thin stripes make it different to any Saints shirt before or since. However, the rear was an abomination – solid red to allow for bizarre UEFA rules about numbers on ‘hard to read’ stripes to placate short sighted commentators the continent over. The front looked superb, but the rear made us look like a low rent Arsenal. Sadly, was only worn once as Saints crashed out to Steua Bucharest over two legs.
Memorable player - Kevin Phillips
Memorable moment - Welcoming back European football to Hampshire
Bonus - Man United, Away, 1996, Adidas
Always certain to raise a smile from Saints fans for an emphatic 3-1 win! The first minute or so of the video below may remind you why. In fact, you may also enjoy the match featured afterwards as well...


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Warning to online shoppers about Amazon ‘brushing’ scam

Since Britain went into lockdown the need for online retailers has surged , opening up a gateway for scammers to steal your details .
This is everything you need to know about “ brushing ” scams - and what to do if you think you ’ ve been targeted .
Consumer watchdog Which ?
reported on brushing scams , when an Amazon Prime member got in touch to explain how they had been sent two items they didn ’ t order and hadn ’ t paid for - a carbon monoxide detector and gaming headphones .
When the customer got @ @ @ @ @ @ @ told that the account used to purchase the items wasn ’ t theirs , and had been paid for using gift vouchers .
A few days later , the customer received more packages - braids and a screen protector - but this time around refused to accept them .
They called Amazon again , who blocked the suspicious account .
The Amazon Prime member then changed their password and ordered a new credit card , and no more deliveries arrived .
So what was the point in sending these random items to a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s the purpose of the scam ?
The scam involves Amazon sellers setting up accounts in a stranger 's name and then sending their products to that unwitting customer .
This account is then used to write up a fake verified review in an attempt to improve their seller ratings .
Which ?
explains , “ In this case , it ’ s likely that the member ’ s name and address had been leaked somewhere.
” Using haveibeenpwned.com , a website that tells you if your data has been part of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ details of the user who had reached out to them had been involved in at least four breaches .
What to do if you think you ’ re part of a brushing scam If you suddenly received deliveries of parcels from Amazon that you didn ’ t order or pay for , changing your Amazon password and cancelling the card linked to the account is a good first step .
Identity theft is a serious threat - once a scammer has access to your personal information , they can wreck extreme havoc , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ You should also report these parcels to Amazon as well , so the company can investigate what ’ s going on .

This is everything you need to know about “brushing” scams - and what to do if you think you’ve been targeted.
What is a ‘brushing’ scam?
Consumer watchdog Which? reported on brushing scams, when an Amazon Prime member got in touch to explain how they had been sent two items they didn’t order and hadn’t paid for - a carbon monoxide detector and gaming headphones.
When the customer got in touch with Amazon, they were told that the account used to purchase the items wasn’t theirs, and had been paid for using gift vouchers.
A few days later, the customer received more packages - braids and a screen protector - but this time around refused to accept them. They called Amazon again, who blocked the suspicious account.
The Amazon Prime member then changed their password and ordered a new credit card, and no more deliveries arrived.
So what was the point in sending these random items to a person in the first place?
What’s the purpose of the scam?
The scam involves Amazon sellers setting up accounts in a stranger's name and then sending their products to that unwitting customer.
This account is then used to write up a fake verified review in an attempt to improve their seller ratings.
Which? explains, “In this case, it’s likely that the member’s name and address had been leaked somewhere.”
Using haveibeenpwned.com, a website that tells you if your data has been part of a breach, Which? discovered that details of the user who had reached out to them had been involved in at least four breaches.
What to do if you think you’re part of a brushing scam
If you suddenly received deliveries of parcels from Amazon that you didn’t order or pay for, changing your Amazon password and cancelling the card linked to the account is a good first step.
Identity theft is a serious threat - once a scammer has access to your personal information, they can wreck extreme havoc, including leaving you in major debt.
You should also report these parcels to Amazon as well, so the company can investigate what’s going on.


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--P&O Cruises sells Oceana

P&O Cruises sells Oceana

A SOUTHAMPTON cruise firm is selling its Oceana ship after taking to the seas for 18 years .
P & O Cruises has confirmed that the cruise ship will leave the fleet from July this year `` for future growth '' .
And now customers who were booked onto Oceana will face cancellations .
Built in Italy , Oceana started with the company in 2002 and was named by the Princess Royal in 2003 .
P & O Cruises president Paul Ludlow said : “ Whilst we and many of our guests will miss Oceana , her departure will allow @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the fleet , as capacity expands with the delivery of Iona later this year followed by her sister ship , scheduled for 2022 .
“ During this pause in our operations we need to fit the fleet for the future and ensure we have the right mix of ships once we resume sailing .
“ I am so sorry to disappoint those guests who were booked on Oceana but I hope they will be able to find a similar alternative holiday , whether that is ex UK from Southampton or a fly/cruise @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a holiday on Oceana will be offered a 125 per cent Future Cruise Credit or refund .

P&O Cruises has confirmed that the cruise ship will leave the fleet from July this year "for future growth".
And now customers who were booked onto Oceana will face cancellations.
Built in Italy, Oceana started with the company in 2002 and was named by the Princess Royal in 2003.
P&O Cruises president Paul Ludlow said: “Whilst we and many of our guests will miss Oceana, her departure will allow us to focus on our remaining ships in the fleet, as capacity expands with the delivery of Iona later this year followed by her sister ship, scheduled for 2022.
“During this pause in our operations we need to fit the fleet for the future and ensure we have the right mix of ships once we resume sailing.
“I am so sorry to disappoint those guests who were booked on Oceana but I hope they will be able to find a similar alternative holiday, whether that is ex UK from Southampton or a fly/cruise itinerary.”
All guests who have booked a holiday on Oceana will be offered a 125 per cent Future Cruise Credit or refund.


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Rainbow to be removed in Mountbatten Place, Kings Worthy

A WOMAN could be forced to remove a rainbow painted in memory of her brother and in praise of emergency services after it was deemed against the rules by housing bosses .
Victoria Osbourne had painted the rainbow on her friend Kim Roger ’ s house in Mountbatten Place , Kings Worthy , after she decorated her caravan with the colourful feature .
Ms Osbourne painted the rainbow on the side of the house in time for anniversary of Ms Rogers ’ brother ’ s death , who was also Ms Osbourne ’ s partner .
Ms Osbourne said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t a rainbow look fantastic on this wall and I thought I would do it was a surprise .
“ Every single person that walks past it says wow .
I have had one child from Otterbourne come , he said wow you are the rainbow queen and he wanted one painted on his house.
” But Ms Osbourne later discovered that the house belonged to Winchester City Council .
And now the authority has said that Ms Rogers is in breach of her tenancy and should have gained planning permission for the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ she could be charged for the removal of the painting , despite the fact it was not her who put it up .
Ms Rogers said : “ They said I didn ’ t have planning permission for it , and I said that I didn ’ t do it .
I thought as it wasn ’ t a structure it wouldn ’ t need it , but they said it has to come off.
” The authority has since sent a workman round to do a patch test to determine whether the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ else so overwhelmed by it [ the rainbow ] , they come and take photos with it and it brightens up everybody ’ s mood , ” Ms Rogers added .
“ With coronavirus and health workers , firemen and police , everyone has been connecting with the rainbow .
It is a big thank you.
” Ms Rogers and Ms Osbourne are happy to paint over the rainbow but would like it to remain has a symbol of joy and appreciation .
“ I think they [ the council ] have overdone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over it done , and so does Vicky.
” A council spokesperson said : “ We do understand that this colourful rainbow means a lot to the resident of this property , but we have received complaints about the painting including from local people and the Parish Council .
As the landlord of the house , we are now in discussions with the resident on how we can now return the wall to how it was .
Whilst people are able to decorate their rented homes , this does have to be in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ notice given before any changes are made .
”

Victoria Osbourne had painted the rainbow on her friend Kim Roger’s house in Mountbatten Place, Kings Worthy, after she decorated her caravan with the colourful feature.
Ms Osbourne painted the rainbow on the side of the house in time for anniversary of Ms Rogers’ brother’s death, who was also Ms Osbourne’s partner.
Ms Osbourne said: “I said to Kim wouldn’t a rainbow look fantastic on this wall and I thought I would do it was a surprise.
“Every single person that walks past it says wow. I have had one child from Otterbourne come, he said wow you are the rainbow queen and he wanted one painted on his house.”
But Ms Osbourne later discovered that the house belonged to Winchester City Council.
And now the authority has said that Ms Rogers is in breach of her tenancy and should have gained planning permission for the rainbow.
They have also said that she could be charged for the removal of the painting, despite the fact it was not her who put it up.
Ms Rogers said: “They said I didn’t have planning permission for it, and I said that I didn’t do it. I thought as it wasn’t a structure it wouldn’t need it, but they said it has to come off.”
The authority has since sent a workman round to do a patch test to determine whether the rainbow can be removed.
“Everybody else so overwhelmed by it [the rainbow], they come and take photos with it and it brightens up everybody’s mood,” Ms Rogers added.
“With coronavirus and health workers, firemen and police, everyone has been connecting with the rainbow. It is a big thank you.”
Ms Rogers and Ms Osbourne are happy to paint over the rainbow but would like it to remain has a symbol of joy and appreciation.
“I think they [the council] have overdone it, they have well and truly over it done, and so does Vicky.”
A council spokesperson said: “We do understand that this colourful rainbow means a lot to the resident of this property, but we have received complaints about the painting including from local people and the Parish Council. As the landlord of the house, we are now in discussions with the resident on how we can now return the wall to how it was. Whilst people are able to decorate their rented homes, this does have to be in keeping with the local neighbourhood and advance notice given before any changes are made.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Hunt for man who evaded police helicopter during car chase through Southampton

A HUNT has been launched for a man who evaded a police helicopter during a car chase .
A man driving a Mercedes C200 Sport ploughed into an unmarked police vehicle at around 2.30pm on Sunday .
The police car had used a `` tactical manoeuvre '' to stop the Mercedes near to the roundabout with Hornchurch Road at the Lords Hill Centre East .
However , this failed and the Mercedes sped off with a police helicopter launched over Southampton to track it down .
The driver had failed to stop for police earlier in the day and was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ offence .
A police spokesperson said : `` At around 2.30pm on 5 July there was a collision at the Lords Hill Centre East , near to the roundabout with Hornchurch Road , between a Mercedes C200 Sport and an unmarked police vehicle .
`` The Mercedes was involved in a fail to stop for police earlier in the day .
`` The police vehicle had used a tactical manoeuvre to stop the vehicle and prevent a pursuit , however , this was ineffective and the Mercedes made off .
`` The collision @ @ @ @ @ @ @ unit . ''

A man driving a Mercedes C200 Sport ploughed into an unmarked police vehicle at around 2.30pm on Sunday.
The police car had used a "tactical manoeuvre" to stop the Mercedes near to the roundabout with Hornchurch Road at the Lords Hill Centre East.
However, this failed and the Mercedes sped off with a police helicopter launched over Southampton to track it down.
The driver had failed to stop for police earlier in the day and was believed to be a suspect in another offence.
A police spokesperson said: "At around 2.30pm on 5 July there was a collision at the Lords Hill Centre East, near to the roundabout with Hornchurch Road, between a Mercedes C200 Sport and an unmarked police vehicle.
"The Mercedes was involved in a fail to stop for police earlier in the day.
"The police vehicle had used a tactical manoeuvre to stop the vehicle and prevent a pursuit, however, this was ineffective and the Mercedes made off.
"The collision will be investigated by the roads policing unit."


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--HMS Prince of Wales sailors assist Hampshire's coronavirus testing

SAILORS from Britain 's biggest warship are helping the people of Hampshire cope with the coronavirus pandemic by running test centres across the county .
Men and women from new aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales have been mobilised to run Mobile Testing Units at sites across the ship ’ s home county as part of the military ’ s support to civilian authorities .
To date the carrier 's teams have run sites in Eastleigh , Fawley and Brockenhurst , with more planned to take place in the coming days across Hampshire .
Nearly 3,000 military personnel are involved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the end of June by Defence Secretary Ben Wallace , building on efforts earlier in the pandemic , which saw Royal Marines run similar centres in the South West .
All military personnel have been trained by the Army on how to perform the tests in a safe manner ensuring they are not at risk from the virus .
Sub Lieutenant Joshua Price , who joined Portsmouth-based HMS Prince of Wales to gain experience of life in a warship as part of his officer training , took charge of one of the test @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is a real privilege and an honour to be part of something that serves to help the country .
`` We are being trained by and working alongside the Irish Guards who are a professional regiment .
`` They passed on their knowledge so we can follow on in their footsteps and do something good in these troubling times.
” With Prince of Wales in her home base of Portsmouth undergoing maintenance ahead of renewed trials and training – including embarking F-35 Lightning stealth fighter jets for the first time – she ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ units across Hampshire , plus two more teams on standby if demand needs it .
Naval Airman Michael Paul , said : `` We made sure that people had correctly bagged their tests .
After doing that we scanned their codes to make sure their details were linked .
`` I ’ ve enjoyed working at these test sites as it ’ s something different from my normal line of work and it ’ s a good feeling helping out during these uncertain times .
”

Men and women from new aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales have been mobilised to run Mobile Testing Units at sites across the ship’s home county as part of the military’s support to civilian authorities.
To date the carrier's teams have run sites in Eastleigh, Fawley and Brockenhurst, with more planned to take place in the coming days across Hampshire.
Nearly 3,000 military personnel are involved in this additional help, announced at the end of June by Defence Secretary Ben Wallace, building on efforts earlier in the pandemic, which saw Royal Marines run similar centres in the South West.
All military personnel have been trained by the Army on how to perform the tests in a safe manner ensuring they are not at risk from the virus.
Royal Navy personnel operate a Mobile Testing Unit in Hampshire. Picture: Royal Navy
Sub Lieutenant Joshua Price, who joined Portsmouth-based HMS Prince of Wales to gain experience of life in a warship as part of his officer training, took charge of one of the test centres.
He said: “It is a real privilege and an honour to be part of something that serves to help the country.
"We are being trained by and working alongside the Irish Guards who are a professional regiment.
"They passed on their knowledge so we can follow on in their footsteps and do something good in these troubling times.”
Royal Navy personnel operate a Mobile Testing Unit in Hampshire. Picture: Royal Navy
With Prince of Wales in her home base of Portsmouth undergoing maintenance ahead of renewed trials and training – including embarking F-35 Lightning stealth fighter jets for the first time – she’s provided sailors for seven mobile testing units across Hampshire, plus two more teams on standby if demand needs it.
Naval Airman Michael Paul, said: "We made sure that people had correctly bagged their tests. After doing that we scanned their codes to make sure their details were linked.
"I’ve enjoyed working at these test sites as it’s something different from my normal line of work and it’s a good feeling helping out during these uncertain times.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Everyone could get a £500 voucher to save the high street

Everyone in the UK could be given a £500 shopping voucher to help save the high street under new plans unveiled by Chancellor Rishi Sunak .
The new voucher scheme could help to kickstart the economy in hopes to create cash flow for businesses worst hit by the pandemic .
Under the scheme , people would be given ‘ free ’ vouchers up to the value of £500 to help inject money into industries - such as retail - that need the most help to recover post-lockdown .
Who is eligible for the vouchers ?
Under the proposals , all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ children a one-off £250 voucher to help pump money back into the high street .
The vouchers would be valid in sectors , such as retail , arts and hospitality , that have been the hardest hit by the coronavirus lockdown .
How would the voucher scheme work ?
It has been suggested that the vouchers would be a one-off , non-refundable payment , as opposed to several monthly payments , and would be delivered as coupons or smartcards , that will be valid for 12 months .
Vouchers would be issued as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ encourage people to “ spend not save ” .
It is intended that the vouchers would be spent on the high street , rather than used to buy goods online , and in the event of a second lockdown , they would be deactivated electronically , and later reactivated when businesses reopen .
The idea was suggested by the Resolution Foundation ahead of Mr Sunak ’ s budget announcement on Wednesday ( 8 July ) , and said the £30billion scheme could save hundreds of thousands of jobs amid a looming recession .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ scheme can target the parts of the economy where the problems are – bricks and mortar consumption in shops and restaurants , rather than online sales – and recognises the different impact of the crisis on poor and rich families .
`` The Foundation notes that cash transfers risk simply being saved by higher income households , who are already boosting their balance sheets through ’ enforced savings ’ .
” Has such a scheme been implemented before ?
Similar schemes have already been introduced in other parts of the world , including @ @ @ @ @ @ @ part of efforts to help build the economy .
In Taiwan , people are able to spend the vouchers on goods and services at retail shops , restaurants , markets , cultural venues , hotels and on rail transport .
However , they can not be used online or to purchase certain goods , including cigarettes , stocks or coupons .
James Smith , at the Resolution Foundation , told the Liverpool Echo : `` Social distancing has huge implications for firms in sectors like retail , hospitality , tourism and leisure that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
That is why the jobs of so many workers in these sectors are in the firing line .
The Chancellor ’ s recovery package on Wednesday should reflect this unique economic challenge .
`` As well as setting out the biggest ever peacetime job support programme , the Chancellor should get Britain spending in places where it ’ s needed most .
`` A universal ‘ High Street Voucher ’ scheme – worth £500 per adult and £250 per child – to be spent only in these sectors would kickstart demand in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ boost living standards and deliver targeted support to the businesses that need help the most .
`` The Chancellor has already shown that big , bold measures like the Job Retention Scheme are welcome and necessary in the current economic climate .
He should take this same approach as we enter the crucial recovery phase of the crisis . ''
The Chancellor is to outline a number of new measures that will help to kickstart the economy on Wednesday , including plans for a traineeship programme to boost jobs , and a home @ @ @ @

The new voucher scheme could help to kickstart the economy in hopes to create cash flow for businesses worst hit by the pandemic.
Under the scheme, people would be given ‘free’ vouchers up to the value of £500 to help inject money into industries - such as retail - that need the most help to recover post-lockdown.
Who is eligible for the vouchers?
Under the proposals, all adults would receive a £500 voucher and children a one-off £250 voucher to help pump money back into the high street.
The vouchers would be valid in sectors, such as retail, arts and hospitality, that have been the hardest hit by the coronavirus lockdown.
How would the voucher scheme work?
It has been suggested that the vouchers would be a one-off, non-refundable payment, as opposed to several monthly payments, and would be delivered as coupons or smartcards, that will be valid for 12 months.
Vouchers would be issued as opposed to cash in a bid to encourage people to “spend not save”.
It is intended that the vouchers would be spent on the high street, rather than used to buy goods online, and in the event of a second lockdown, they would be deactivated electronically, and later reactivated when businesses reopen.
The idea was suggested by the Resolution Foundation ahead of Mr Sunak’s budget announcement on Wednesday (8 July), and said the £30billion scheme could save hundreds of thousands of jobs amid a looming recession.
The report said: “The voucher scheme can target the parts of the economy where the problems are – bricks and mortar consumption in shops and restaurants, rather than online sales – and recognises the different impact of the crisis on poor and rich families.
"The Foundation notes that cash transfers risk simply being saved by higher income households, who are already boosting their balance sheets through ’enforced savings’.”
Has such a scheme been implemented before?
Similar schemes have already been introduced in other parts of the world, including China, Taiwan and Malta, as part of efforts to help build the economy.
In Taiwan, people are able to spend the vouchers on goods and services at retail shops, restaurants, markets, cultural venues, hotels and on rail transport.
However, they cannot be used online or to purchase certain goods, including cigarettes, stocks or coupons.
James Smith, at the Resolution Foundation, told the Liverpool Echo: "Social distancing has huge implications for firms in sectors like retail, hospitality, tourism and leisure that will last into the forthcoming reopening phase. That is why the jobs of so many workers in these sectors are in the firing line. The Chancellor’s recovery package on Wednesday should reflect this unique economic challenge.
"As well as setting out the biggest ever peacetime job support programme, the Chancellor should get Britain spending in places where it’s needed most.
"A universal ‘High Street Voucher’ scheme – worth £500 per adult and £250 per child – to be spent only in these sectors would kickstart demand in the right parts of our economy, boost living standards and deliver targeted support to the businesses that need help the most.
"The Chancellor has already shown that big, bold measures like the Job Retention Scheme are welcome and necessary in the current economic climate. He should take this same approach as we enter the crucial recovery phase of the crisis."
The Chancellor is to outline a number of new measures that will help to kickstart the economy on Wednesday, including plans for a traineeship programme to boost jobs, and a home improvements voucher scheme.


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Village Home and Fighting Cocks have both shut their doors

A SECOND Gosport pub has shut following a confirmed case of Covid-19 .
The Fighting Cocks in Clayhall Road , Alverstoke , is only a short distance from the Village Home , which was forced to close yesterday just 48 hours after reopening .
Several other pubs across the UK have also shut following confirmed or suspected cases of coronavirus .
A statement on the Fighting Cocks ' Facebook page says : `` Following a local confirmed case of Covid-19 , we have made the very difficult decision to temporarily close our doors to ensure the safety of both our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not had any reported cases of suspected nor confirmed corona virus , but have decided to err on the side of caution .
`` The decision has n't been made lightly and whilst we have made every effort to adhere to government guidelines , including the track and trace system , numerous sanitation stations and taking temperatures prior to each shift , we can not guarantee that someone who has been in contact with a confirmed case has not been in the pub .
`` We are awaiting further guidance from environmental health @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the meantime , we want to ensure that we are taking every precaution to keep you all safe .
`` As soon as we are able , we will welcome you back with open arms .
`` Thank you to everyone who supported us over the weekend and thank you again for your ongoing patience .
Its a testing time for all of us , but we hope to be back open and running soon . ''
Pubs reopened on Saturday following the latest relaxation of the lockdown .
But the Village Home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ yesterday - just 48 hours after welcoming customers for first time in almost four moinths .
A statement on its Facebook page says : `` We have had a case of coronavirus in the pub which means that some of us are in isolation .
`` The pub is now shut but all being well will open again on Saturday . ''
The statement said customers who went to the Village Home over the weekend do not need to self-isolate unless they are told to do so .
Today a spokesperson said one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` family bubble '' who had tested positive for coronavirus .
She worked on Saturday , when the pub was open for almost 12 hours and attracted around 150 customers .
The pub is now being deep-cleaned .

The Fighting Cocks in Clayhall Road, Alverstoke, is only a short distance from the Village Home, which was forced to close yesterday just 48 hours after reopening.
Several other pubs across the UK have also shut following confirmed or suspected cases of coronavirus.
A statement on the Fighting Cocks' Facebook page says: "Following a local confirmed case of Covid-19, we have made the very difficult decision to temporarily close our doors to ensure the safety of both our staff and customers.
"We have not had any reported cases of suspected nor confirmed corona virus, but have decided to err on the side of caution.
"The decision hasn't been made lightly and whilst we have made every effort to adhere to government guidelines, including the track and trace system, numerous sanitation stations and taking temperatures prior to each shift, we cannot guarantee that someone who has been in contact with a confirmed case has not been in the pub.
"We are awaiting further guidance from environmental health and also our brewery, but for the meantime, we want to ensure that we are taking every precaution to keep you all safe.
"As soon as we are able, we will welcome you back with open arms.
"Thank you to everyone who supported us over the weekend and thank you again for your ongoing patience. Its a testing time for all of us, but we hope to be back open and running soon."
Pubs reopened on Saturday following the latest relaxation of the lockdown.
But the Village Home in Village Road, Alverstoke, closed yesterday - just 48 hours after welcoming customers for first time in almost four moinths.
A statement on its Facebook page says: "We have had a case of coronavirus in the pub which means that some of us are in isolation.
"The pub is now shut but all being well will open again on Saturday."
The statement said customers who went to the Village Home over the weekend do not need to self-isolate unless they are told to do so.
Today a spokesperson said one of the barmaids had someone in her "family bubble" who had tested positive for coronavirus.
She worked on Saturday, when the pub was open for almost 12 hours and attracted around 150 customers.
The pub is now being deep-cleaned.


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Thousands sign petition demanding ban on sale of disposable barbecues

A HAMPSHIRE MP has presented parliament with a 9,000-name petition calling for a nationwide ban on the sale of disposable barbecues .
It follows a spate of forest fires in Hampshire and neighbouring Dorset , many of which are thought to have been started by visitors cooking a meal .
Barbecues in the New Forest have been banned because of the current fire risk - but some people are ignoring the rules .
As reported in the Daily Echo , the New Forest National Park Authority ( NPA ) is urging shops and garages in the district to stop selling @ @ @ @ @ @ @ MP Julian Lewis has presented parliament with a petition calling for their sale to be banned .
It was launched by two Forest residents , Kate Collison and Cllr Janette Duke , following a devastating fire which destroyed 470 acres of heath and woodland at Wareham Forest in May .
Several disposable barbecues were later found in the area .
Dr Lewis told parliament : `` Single-use barbecues are designed to be disposable but are causing great risk to the forest environment and local laws and regulations to prohibit and restrict their use @ @ @ @ @ @ @ impossible , to enforce.
” The MP said fires started by the barbecues could endanger the lives of people and animals as well as causing massive damage to habitats .
He added : `` Single-use disposable barbecues comprise a tin foil tray filled with impregnated ‘ easy-light ’ charcoal , can easily be carried to beauty spots , wildlife reserves , and beaches , and can be purchased for as little as £1.99 .
“ Chinese lanterns , which can pose a similar threat to wildlife and their habitat , were once seen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ irresponsible and dangerous.
” Dr Lewis said the difficulties involved in policing local bylaws meant national legislation was needed .
He and New Forest West MP Sir Desmond Swayne are pressing for a half-hour parliamentary debate on the issue that would be followed by a ministerial response .
As reported in the Daily Echo , at least 18 shops and garages in the Forest are already refusing to sell disposable barbecues .
NPA chairman Oliver Crosthwaite-Eyre said : `` The national park is internationally protected because its wildlife and habitats are so rare @ @ @ @ @ @ @ so easily destroyed by fire . ''
Forestry England 's most senior officer in the area , Deputy Surveyor Bruce Rothnie , has also highlighted the issue .
He said : `` Preventing fires from starting in precious outdoor spaces like the New Forest requires everyone to play their part .
`` I would like to remind anyone coming to the New Forest that barbecues or fires are not allowed anywhere on the Forest at this time .
”

It follows a spate of forest fires in Hampshire and neighbouring Dorset, many of which are thought to have been started by visitors cooking a meal.
Barbecues in the New Forest have been banned because of the current fire risk - but some people are ignoring the rules.
As reported in the Daily Echo, the New Forest National Park Authority (NPA) is urging shops and garages in the district to stop selling disposable barbecues.
Now New Forest East MP Julian Lewis has presented parliament with a petition calling for their sale to be banned.
It was launched by two Forest residents, Kate Collison and Cllr Janette Duke, following a devastating fire which destroyed 470 acres of heath and woodland at Wareham Forest in May.
Several disposable barbecues were later found in the area.
Dr Lewis told parliament: "Single-use barbecues are designed to be disposable but are causing great risk to the forest environment and local laws and regulations to prohibit and restrict their use have proved extremely difficult, if not impossible, to enforce.”
The MP said fires started by the barbecues could endanger the lives of people and animals as well as causing massive damage to habitats.
He added: "Single-use disposable barbecues comprise a tin foil tray filled with impregnated ‘easy-light’ charcoal, can easily be carried to beauty spots, wildlife reserves, and beaches, and can be purchased for as little as £1.99.
“Chinese lanterns, which can pose a similar threat to wildlife and their habitat, were once seen as acceptable but are now recognised as irresponsible and dangerous.”
Dr Lewis said the difficulties involved in policing local bylaws meant national legislation was needed.
He and New Forest West MP Sir Desmond Swayne are pressing for a half-hour parliamentary debate on the issue that would be followed by a ministerial response.
As reported in the Daily Echo, at least 18 shops and garages in the Forest are already refusing to sell disposable barbecues.
NPA chairman Oliver Crosthwaite-Eyre said: "The national park is internationally protected because its wildlife and habitats are so rare and fragile, but it could be so easily destroyed by fire."
Forestry England's most senior officer in the area, Deputy Surveyor Bruce Rothnie, has also highlighted the issue.
He said: "Preventing fires from starting in precious outdoor spaces like the New Forest requires everyone to play their part.
"I would like to remind anyone coming to the New Forest that barbecues or fires are not allowed anywhere on the Forest at this time.”


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Road bosses urge residents to keep items secure after 46,000 items found on UK highways

MORE THAN 46,000 items were left at the side of the UK 's motorways over the past 10 months , leading Highways England to urge drivers to `` load up safely '' before starting a journey .
From surfboards and bicycles to fridges , washing machines and ovens , a total of 5,237 items have been found on South West highways , and 7,311 items on South East Highways between June 2019 and April 2020 .
Apart from leaving the owners out of pocket and maybe without a tent for their camping trip , these items pose a big safety @ @ @ @ @ @ @ including the traffic officers who help clear them up .
Now highway bosses have revealed some of the unusual things they have come across , and drivers have been urged to make sure their loads are safely secured before they set off .
On Road Team Manager Mark Snell , who is based in Hampshire , said : “ We have had fence panels , a shed , tools , tool boxes , motorcycle bags and top boxes – the whole contents of one family ’ s top box was spread all over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ way to a holiday in the West Country.
” While Rob Penney , Highways England ’ s South West Network Operations Manager , added : “ Shed loads can close a road for several hours as well as putting people at risk , so our advice is simple : Secure your load before you set out .
It could prevent an accident and save lives.
” '' As well as checking around your vehicle , for tyres , lights , fuel and oil etc , it ’ s important that people check any @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or top boxes – is fastened securely before setting off on their journey - to ensure everyone gets to their destination safe and well . ''
The most common items dropped on motorways over the past 10 months were building or construction materials .
In the South West , there were 1,002 incidents of building/construction items obstructing major roads , while there were 811 incidents of vehicle parts or accessories found over the same period and 395 household or garden items .

From surfboards and bicycles to fridges, washing machines and ovens, a total of 5,237 items have been found on South West highways, and 7,311 items on South East Highways between June 2019 and April 2020.
Apart from leaving the owners out of pocket and maybe without a tent for their camping trip, these items pose a big safety risk for other people on the road including the traffic officers who help clear them up.
Now highway bosses have revealed some of the unusual things they have come across, and drivers have been urged to make sure their loads are safely secured before they set off.
On Road Team Manager Mark Snell, who is based in Hampshire, said: “We have had fence panels, a shed, tools, tool boxes, motorcycle bags and top boxes – the whole contents of one family’s top box was spread all over three lanes as they were on their way to a holiday in the West Country.”
While Rob Penney, Highways England’s South West Network Operations Manager, added: “Shed loads can close a road for several hours as well as putting people at risk, so our advice is simple: Secure your load before you set out. It could prevent an accident and save lives.”
"As well as checking around your vehicle, for tyres, lights, fuel and oil etc, it’s important that people check any load – be it surfboards, bicycles or top boxes – is fastened securely before setting off on their journey - to ensure everyone gets to their destination safe and well."
The most common items dropped on motorways over the past 10 months were building or construction materials.
In the South West, there were 1,002 incidents of building/construction items obstructing major roads, while there were 811 incidents of vehicle parts or accessories found over the same period and 395 household or garden items.


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Ringwood needs funding to help shoppers comply with social distancing

RINGWOOD Town Council is calling for funding to help the high street recover from the Covid-19 crisis .
Its policy @ @ @ @ @ financial support from New Forest District Council , which has been allocated money under the @ @ @ @ @ Safely Fund .
Cash is needed to temporarily restrict traffic flow along the High Street @ @ @ @ @ Place .
The scheme would see the road restricted to a single carriageway , controlled @ @ @ @ @ 10am to 4pm , Monday to Saturday .
It would increase the amount of pedestrian @ @ @ @ @ enabling them to comply with social distancing rules .
The mayor , Cllr Tony Ring @ @ @ @ @ would welcome support from New Forest District Council in helping Ringwood High Street return as @ @ @ @ @

Its policy and finance committee is seeking financial support from New Forest District Council, which has been allocated money under the government's Reopening High Streets Safely Fund.
Cash is needed to temporarily restrict traffic flow along the High Street between Fridays Cross and Market Place.
The scheme would see the road restricted to a single carriageway, controlled by traffic lights, from 10am to 4pm, Monday to Saturday.
It would increase the amount of pedestrian space available to shoppers, enabling them to comply with social distancing rules.
The mayor, Cllr Tony Ring, said: “I would welcome support from New Forest District Council in helping Ringwood High Street return as a vibrant centre."


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--Plan for 'barbecue hut' behind house at Barton on Sea

CIVIC chiefs are studying proposals to build a six-sided `` barbecue hut '' in the garden of a Hampshire home @ @ @ @ @ has received an application relating to Deepdene in Barton Common Road , Barton on Sea @ @ @ @ @ given its initial assessment of the scheme .
It says the issues that need to @ @ @ @ @ impact on neighbouring houses and on the character and appearance of the area .
The @ @ @ @ @ area `` commonly feature ancillary buildings that are enjoyed for a variety of purposes '' @ @ @ @ @ The proposal fully accords with the neighbourhood plan for Barton .
`` It presents a @ @ @ @ @ would not impact the character or distinctiveness of the street . ''

New Forest District Council has received an application relating to Deepdene in Barton Common Road, Barton on Sea.
The council has already given its initial assessment of the scheme.
It says the issues that need to be considered include the potential impact on neighbouring houses and on the character and appearance of the area.
The application says houses in the area "commonly feature ancillary buildings that are enjoyed for a variety of purposes".
It adds: "The proposal fully accords with the neighbourhood plan for Barton.
"It presents a sustainable form of development that would not impact the character or distinctiveness of the street."


thedailyecho--2020-07-08--The Cedar School pupil fundraiser walk for RSPCA

A PUPIL with celebral palsy walked for miles in a bid to support animals who need support .
Krystyna Kuczek , 13 , and her class were asked to vote for a charity they would help through a class project .
• Meet Mr T : The teddy bear that lent a paw and smile to neighbours during lockdown And when her class mates did not choose the RSPCA , who Krystyna wishes to work for in future , she was upset at first .
But despite having difficulty walking due to cerebral palsy , she decided to raise money @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Year eight pupil Krystyna , who walks with a mobility frame , walked 6.3 miles to The Cedar School in Nursling .
She said : `` I was sad because the class didn ’ t pick the RSPCA .
I knew the RSPCA needs money to stay open .
“ I have done my daily exercises and used my leg weights .
I also went on practice walks of four miles to a shop and back . ''
The RSPCA are currently facing a funding shortfall and have launched a coronavirus appeal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said she would like to do a charity fundraiser again .
• Children across the city paid over £7 on average to brush their teeth “ I would love to do a sponsored horse ride , '' Krystyna added .
While some children have returned to school , she is continuing to be home-schooled .
It took Krystyna around four hours to reach the finish line .
Her foster mum Maria said : `` Krystyna is so passionate about the RSPCA because she loves animals and wishes to work for the RSPCA when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more muscular effort and more conscious thought for her and she will have to drag her frame along behind her too .
`` Indulge me for a minute and put yourself in Krystyna ’ s shoes .
`` Imagine yourself walking with straps joining your ankles so that you must concentrate on each step or risk a fall .
Now imagine dragging an office-wheelie chair behind you at the same time . ''

Krystyna Kuczek, 13, and her class were asked to vote for a charity they would help through a class project.
And when her class mates did not choose the RSPCA, who Krystyna wishes to work for in future, she was upset at first.
But despite having difficulty walking due to cerebral palsy, she decided to raise money for the animal support charity by herself.
Year eight pupil Krystyna, who walks with a mobility frame, walked 6.3 miles to The Cedar School in Nursling.
She said: "I was sad because the class didn’t pick the RSPCA. I knew the RSPCA needs money to stay open.
“I have done my daily exercises and used my leg weights. I also went on practice walks of four miles to a shop and back."
The RSPCA are currently facing a funding shortfall and have launched a coronavirus appeal.
The teenager raised over £750 and said she would like to do a charity fundraiser again.
“I would love to do a sponsored horse ride," Krystyna added.
While some children have returned to school, she is continuing to be home-schooled.
It took Krystyna around four hours to reach the finish line.
Her foster mum Maria said: "Krystyna is so passionate about the RSPCA because she loves animals and wishes to work for the RSPCA when she is older.
"Walking requires more muscular effort and more conscious thought for her and she will have to drag her frame along behind her too.
"Indulge me for a minute and put yourself in Krystyna’s shoes.
"Imagine yourself walking with straps joining your ankles so that you must concentrate on each step or risk a fall. Now imagine dragging an office-wheelie chair behind you at the same time."