thedailyecho--2020-02-07--Fareham Borough Council gets £140k to help homeless

A FURTHER £140k has been awarded to help tackle the issue of rough sleeping in Fareham .
Fareham Borough Council has been successful in a bid to help tackle the issue of rough sleeping for the year 2020/21 .
In 2019 , the council secured short-term funding to increase the Outreach Service in Fareham which is provided by the Council ’ s partner , Two Saints .
As a result , Two Saints were able to employ two Outreach Workers who , between them , are the equivalent of around 1.5 full time employees , and complement the service already @ @ @ @ @ @ @ posts have made a significant difference to the level of support provided to rough sleepers and have been key in helping some of them make a move into more permanent homes .
Gosport Borough Council and the Ministry of Housing , Communities and Local Government ( MHCLG ) , the Council has successfully secured funding of £141,450 for the next year .
The money will enable the excellent work of the Outreach Service to continue and fund two further posts , enabling Two Saints to provide an enhanced service .
The new posts @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prison and with complex needs such as substance misuse issues , mental health needs and behavioural challenges , to find and maintain suitable accommodation .
It comes after the council introduced security guards to tackle anti-social behaviour in Fareham .
The security team carries leaflets to hand out to rough sleepers that provides information for them about where they can go to get help .
Cllr Trevor Cartwright , Executive Member for Health and Public Protection said : `` This funding is really good news for Fareham and will enable us to build @ @ @ @ @ @ @ seen , particularly in Fareham Town Centre .
`` It is important to take the time to understand the range of issues that has brought someone to sleep rough so that we can try to provide the most appropriate help for them . ''

Fareham Borough Council has been successful in a bid to help tackle the issue of rough sleeping for the year 2020/21.
In 2019, the council secured short-term funding to increase the Outreach Service in Fareham which is provided by the Council’s partner, Two Saints.
As a result, Two Saints were able to employ two Outreach Workers who, between them, are the equivalent of around 1.5 full time employees, and complement the service already provided in Fareham and Gosport.
These posts have made a significant difference to the level of support provided to rough sleepers and have been key in helping some of them make a move into more permanent homes.
Gosport Borough Council and the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), the Council has successfully secured funding of £141,450 for the next year.
The money will enable the excellent work of the Outreach Service to continue and fund two further posts, enabling Two Saints to provide an enhanced service.
The new posts will focus particularly on helping those leaving prison and with complex needs such as substance misuse issues, mental health needs and behavioural challenges, to find and maintain suitable accommodation.
It comes after the council introduced security guards to tackle anti-social behaviour in Fareham.
The security team carries leaflets to hand out to rough sleepers that provides information for them about where they can go to get help.
Cllr Trevor Cartwright, Executive Member for Health and Public Protection said: "This funding is really good news for Fareham and will enable us to build on the good work we have already seen, particularly in Fareham Town Centre.
"It is important to take the time to understand the range of issues that has brought someone to sleep rough so that we can try to provide the most appropriate help for them."


thedailyecho--2020-02-07--Mabel to perform at Southampton's 02 this weekend

ONE of the breakthrough stars of the past year , Mabel brings her High Expectations headline tour to 02 Guildhall Southampton on Sunday .
Currently on a truly unstoppable run , she stole the show at Glasgow ’ s TRNSMT festival whilst also presenting Valterri Bottas his pole position award at the British Grand Prix where she was F1 ’ s special guest .
It is these sorts of pinch-yourself moments that are quickly becoming a typical day ’ s work for Mabel , with Don ’ t Call Me Up continuing its global takeover , having been named the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of 2019 .
The High Expectations tour will be the next chance for her impassioned UK and European fans to witness Mabel in action and hear her debut album in all its glory .
An effortless storyteller with a pure and unfiltered singing talent and songwriting ability , Mabel McVey has an instinctive gift of melody far beyond her 23 years .
Indeed Mabel has made quite the impression since bursting on to the scene in September 2015 with her release Know Me Better .
Quietly released onto Mabel ’ s personal SoundCloud @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a secret for long , putting the wheels in motion for Mabel to become a fresh and exciting name amongst a brand new generation of r ’ n ’ b chanteuses .
In the years since then , Mabel ’ s growth ( musically , emotionally , visually ) has been extraordinary .
Her formative material led to the surprise breakthrough of ‘ Finders Keepers ’ in 2017 , which went platinum , spent 5 weeks in the top 10 , and saw Mabel nominated for her first BRIT Award ( Critics ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ dynasty , it is safe to say that music quite literally runs in the blood of Mabel .
The daughter of producer Cameron McVey , best known for his seminal work with Massive Attack , Portishead , Sugababes and All Saints , Cameron remains one of British music ’ s most cherished guardians .
Mabel ’ s mother is Neneh Cherry , the cross-generational music and style superstar who went onto defy then-musical genres .

Currently on a truly unstoppable run, she stole the show at Glasgow’s TRNSMT festival whilst also presenting Valterri Bottas his pole position award at the British Grand Prix where she was F1’s special guest. It is these sorts of pinch-yourself moments that are quickly becoming a typical day’s work for Mabel, with Don’t Call Me Up continuing its global takeover, having been named the biggest-selling single by a UK female artist of 2019.
The High Expectations tour will be the next chance for her impassioned UK and European fans to witness Mabel in action and hear her debut album in all its glory.
An effortless storyteller with a pure and unfiltered singing talent and songwriting ability, Mabel McVey has an instinctive gift of melody far beyond her 23 years. Indeed Mabel has made quite the impression since bursting on to the scene in September 2015 with her release Know Me Better. Quietly released onto Mabel’s personal SoundCloud, the single didn’t remain a secret for long, putting the wheels in motion for Mabel to become a fresh and exciting name amongst a brand new generation of r’n’b chanteuses.
In the years since then, Mabel’s growth (musically, emotionally, visually) has been extraordinary. Her formative material led to the surprise breakthrough of ‘Finders Keepers’ in 2017, which went platinum, spent 5 weeks in the top 10, and saw Mabel nominated for her first BRIT Award (Critics’ Choice).
Born into a musical dynasty, it is safe to say that music quite literally runs in the blood of Mabel. The daughter of producer Cameron McVey, best known for his seminal work with Massive Attack, Portishead, Sugababes and All Saints, Cameron remains one of British music’s most cherished guardians. Mabel’s mother is Neneh Cherry, the cross-generational music and style superstar who went onto defy then-musical genres.
See academymusicgroup.com


thedailyecho--2020-02-07--Muller recalls 14 yoghurts over fears they contain small pieces of metal

MULLER is recalling a number of yoghurts over fears the products may contain “ small pieces of metal.
” The @ @ @ @ @ total of 14 products due to a “ production fault.
” In a recall notice @ @ @ @ @ As a precautionary measure Müller is recalling some batches of Müller Fruit Corner and Müllerlight @ @ @ @ @ Yogurt and Müller Rice , due to the possible presence of small pieces of metal @ @ @ @ @ you have bought any of the above products , do not eat them .
Instead @ @ @ @ @ store from where they were bought for a full refund .
No other Müller products @ @ @ @ @

The dairy producer is recalling a total of 14 products due to a “production fault.”
In a recall notice, Muller said: “As a precautionary measure Müller is recalling some batches of Müller Fruit Corner and Müllerlight, Müller Bliss Mascarpone Style Yogurt and Müller Rice, due to the possible presence of small pieces of metal in the product.”
The affected products:
Müller Corner Fruit 6 Pack – Cherry & Blackberry/Raspberry
Pack size: 6x143g
Best before: March 4
Müller Corner Fruit 6 Pack – Strawberry & Peach/Apricot
Pack size: 6x143g
Best before: Feb 26 – March 2
Brooklea Light Fruit 6 Pack – Raspberry and Cranberry, Strawberry
Pack size: 1050g (6x175g)
Best before: Feb 20, Feb 26, March 4
Milbona Fat Free Greek Yoghurt – Strawberry
Pack size: 4x125g
Use by: March 4
Milbona Fat Free Yoghurt Multipack – Mixed
Pack size: 6x165g
Use by: Feb 26, March 4
Milbona Fat Free Fruit Yoghurt – Strawberry
Pack size: 165g
Use by: March 4
Müller Corner Favourites 6 Pack – Strawberry, Vanilla/Chocolate Balls & Digestive Biscuit
Pack size: 6x130/143g
Best before: March 3
Müllerlight 6 Pack – Strawberry, Cherry & Raspberry/Cranberry
Pack size: 6x160g
Best before: March 7
Müllerlight – Cherry Single
Pack size: 1x160g
Best before: March 13
Müllerlight 6 Pack – Mango/Passionfruit, Peach/Pineapple & Mandarin
Pack size: 6x160g
Best before: March 14
Müllerlight Greek – Strawberry
Pack size: 4x120g
Best before: March 7
Müller Rice 6 Pack – Apple & Raspberry
Pack size: 6x180g
Use by: March 8
Müller Bliss Mascarpone Style Yogurt – Peach & Apricot
Pack size: 4x110g
Best before: March 10
Brooklea Light Strawberry Single Pot
Pack size: 175g
Best before: Feb 26, March 4
If you have bought any of the above products, do not eat them.
Instead, return them to the store from where they were bought for a full refund.
No other Müller products or batches are affected.


thedailyecho--2020-02-07--Readers' letter: We need to get knives off the street

NO Limits were pleased to be a part of the Serious Violent Crime summit taking place on Thursday 6th February @ @ @ @ @ Carry Respect , Not a Knife ’ campaign , we are seeking to reassure young @ @ @ @ @ for protection isn ’ t necessary and open up a conversation with them about their @ @ @ @ @ Fear of knife crime ( often fuelled by media reports ) is leading to more @ @ @ @ @ protection , but this action increases a young person ’ s chances of getting hurt @ @ @ @ @ .
The campaign calls on young people , if they are worried about violent crime @ @ @ @ @ rather than resort to carrying a weapon .
Our Advice Centre on the High Street @ @ @ @ @ hours a week and a young person can speak to a youth worker without appointment @ @

Through our current ‘Carry Respect, Not a Knife’ campaign, we are seeking to reassure young people that carrying a knife for protection isn’t necessary and open up a conversation with them about their fears of knife crime.
Fear of knife crime (often fuelled by media reports) is leading to more young people carrying weapons for protection, but this action increases a young person’s chances of getting hurt and of hurting someone else.
The campaign calls on young people, if they are worried about violent crime, to speak to someone rather than resort to carrying a weapon.
Our Advice Centre on the High Street is open for over 40 hours a week and a young person can speak to a youth worker without appointment. www.nolimitshelp.org.uk
Maria Slevin
No Limits
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-02-07--Young and not-so-young urged to consider apprenticeships

YOUNG and not-so-young people have been urged to consider the value of doing an apprenticeship .
The 13th National Apprenticeship Week , which ends on Sunday , has been seeking to celebrate diversity in apprenticeships .
The number of people doing apprenticeships rose last year but is still lower than before the government introduced an apprenticeship levy in 2017 .
Since then , the levy has required organisations with a wage bill of £3million or more to pay 0.5 per cent of that figure into a fund which can be drawn on to support apprenticeships .
But Ali Franklin , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ charity PETA Ltd , said some companies were not using their levy but seeing it as a “ tax bill ” .
Earlier this week , maritime minister Nusrat Ghani met apprentices at ABP in Southampton .
She said : “ Encouraging more people to join the maritime sector through apprenticeships is a priority for government .
It ‘ s great that ABP is making such progress in supporting new talent and growing the maritime workforce.
” The number of apprentices in the maritime sector rose 20 per cent year-on-year to more than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of female apprentices among them rose from 11 per cent to 16 per cent .
Abbie Jones , apprentice engineer at the Port of Southampton , said : “ My experience of working for ABP has been fantastic .
I get to work on a wide range of equipment every day from cranes and air bridges to pump stations , which is what makes my job so interesting .
“ I also value the fact that I get plenty of opportunities to further my education .
For example , I am currently completing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about working here are the people – everybody is so friendly and helpful which is what makes working for ABP so enjoyable.
” Solent Local Enterprise Partnership ( LEP ) is in its sixth year of employing apprentices in business administration and is this year also employing a level four apprentice marketing executive .
Nicola Twiddy , office manager and PA at Solent LEP , who works with the trainees said : “ Having an apprenticeship scheme at the Solent LEP has been a great support to the whole team and all of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ over the years have given a fresh perspective on how we do things and have positively increased the whole team ’ s capacity.
” Sophie Taylor , 23 , from Fareham , is the LEP ’ s first apprentice in its marketing team and starts a two year apprenticeship this month .
Sophie joined the LEP from Hampshire Chamber of Commerce .
“ I much prefer the process of working and studying at the same time as it means anything I learn through my apprenticeship modules , I am able to put into @ @ @ @ @ @ @ environment .
Everyone is so encouraging here and really want you to do well .
I love that I feel I ’ m contributing to the work the LEP does for the region ’ s economy , ” she said .
“ I think apprenticeships still have some stigma attached to them and at school we simply weren ’ t given enough information about the paths we could take .
Apprenticeships weren ’ t really on the agenda except for more practical courses like hairdressing .
I didn ’ t want to choose @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by far the best thing I ’ ve done .
I ’ m set up for life and am excited to have the opportunity to upskill even further , but in my chosen field of marketing.
” Georgina Carr spent a term at Cardiff Metropolitan University but the events management course she was studying was not what she expected .
She became an apprentice in business administration at law firm Paris Smith in Southampton .
“ The apprenticeship at Paris Smith is pretty much hands-on .
It was what the events management course @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
She had mainly been aware of apprentices as an avenue for hair and beauty or childcare training , she said .
“ I didn ’ t really think of getting a job in an office , ” she added .
Now 21 , she has been taken on in a permanent role as marketing assistant .
“ I would have been at university for three years and then would have come into this job at a lower level , ” she said .
Ali Franklin of Peta Ltd said : “ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , whether they are just commencing their learning journey or are well established in business and seeking to build on existing skills .
Our management apprenticeship programmes achieve 80 per cent distinction outcomes .
That demonstrates apprentices seizing the opportunity to learn .
“ I can see the dilemma for business , balancing productivity , resource constraints alongside allowing time to be invested in learning , although the longer term benefits can be truly powerful , not only in motivating staff , but in retaining talent and building skills for tomorrow .
Encouraging @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as an alternative to college or university is critical as they make further education choices .
Academic study is not for all and apprenticeships mean individuals are still in education.
” Fareham College hosted a levy transfer dinner , to exchange knowledge about how levy-paying employers can share their annual levy fund with other employers .
The dinner played host to over 40 local employers and staff including Aeropark LTD , Blanchard Wells , GE Aviation , Hampshire County Council , Knights Brown , South Western Railway and Skanska and was held in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 141 Andrew Kaye , principal and chief executive at Fareham College said : “ Apprenticeships are highly relevant to the courses delivered by Fareham College .
Our recently completed Civil Engineering Training Centre alone aims to deliver more than 1,600 groundwork and civil engineering apprenticeships over the next five years.
” Sarah Martyn , group people director for the car dealership group Hendy , said : “ The aim of our apprentice programme is to build skills and capability for the future across key technical disciplines , such as our vehicle technicians .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ develop careers in our group functions including marketing based in Dorset and purchasing based in Hampshire.
” '' We have had some wonderful experiences with apprentices .
We currently have 10 across our firm ranging from the legal teams to accounts and other support teams , and my first marketing assistant here was an apprentice .
`` Several of our apprentices were employees before starting their apprenticeship and I ca n't imagine our teams without them now ; they have brought real enthusiasm , change and new ideas to the teams .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lot of myths out there around hiring apprentices and unfortunately the negative stories tend to get more traction than the positive ones . ''

The 13th National Apprenticeship Week, which ends on Sunday, has been seeking to celebrate diversity in apprenticeships.
The number of people doing apprenticeships rose last year but is still lower than before the government introduced an apprenticeship levy in 2017.
Since then, the levy has required organisations with a wage bill of £3million or more to pay 0.5 per cent of that figure into a fund which can be drawn on to support apprenticeships.
But Ali Franklin, business development manager for the Hampshire-based training charity PETA Ltd, said some companies were not using their levy but seeing it as a “tax bill”.
Earlier this week, maritime minister Nusrat Ghani met apprentices at ABP in Southampton.
She said: “Encouraging more people to join the maritime sector through apprenticeships is a priority for government. It‘s great that ABP is making such progress in supporting new talent and growing the maritime workforce.”
The number of apprentices in the maritime sector rose 20 per cent year-on-year to more than 70 in 2019, while the number of female apprentices among them rose from 11 per cent to 16 per cent.
Abbie Jones, apprentice engineer at the Port of Southampton, said: “My experience of working for ABP has been fantastic. I get to work on a wide range of equipment every day from cranes and air bridges to pump stations, which is what makes my job so interesting.
“I also value the fact that I get plenty of opportunities to further my education. For example, I am currently completing the engineering HNC. The greatest thing about working here are the people – everybody is so friendly and helpful which is what makes working for ABP so enjoyable.”
Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) is in its sixth year of employing apprentices in business administration and is this year also employing a level four apprentice marketing executive.
Nicola Twiddy, office manager and PA at Solent LEP, who works with the trainees said: “Having an apprenticeship scheme at the Solent LEP has been a great support to the whole team and all of the apprentices who have been with us over the years have given a fresh perspective on how we do things and have positively increased the whole team’s capacity.”
Sophie Taylor, 23, from Fareham, is the LEP’s first apprentice in its marketing team and starts a two year apprenticeship this month. Sophie joined the LEP from Hampshire Chamber of Commerce.
“I much prefer the process of working and studying at the same time as it means anything I learn through my apprenticeship modules, I am able to put into practice straight away in a real life environment. Everyone is so encouraging here and really want you to do well. I love that I feel I’m contributing to the work the LEP does for the region’s economy,” she said.
“I think apprenticeships still have some stigma attached to them and at school we simply weren’t given enough information about the paths we could take. Apprenticeships weren’t really on the agenda except for more practical courses like hairdressing. I didn’t want to choose a university path and an apprenticeship is by far the best thing I’ve done. I’m set up for life and am excited to have the opportunity to upskill even further, but in my chosen field of marketing.”
Georgina Carr spent a term at Cardiff Metropolitan University but the events management course she was studying was not what she expected. She became an apprentice in business administration at law firm Paris Smith in Southampton.
“The apprenticeship at Paris Smith is pretty much hands-on. It was what the events management course should have been,” she said.
She had mainly been aware of apprentices as an avenue for hair and beauty or childcare training, she said. “I didn’t really think of getting a job in an office,” she added.
Now 21, she has been taken on in a permanent role as marketing assistant. “I would have been at university for three years and then would have come into this job at a lower level,” she said.
Ali Franklin of Peta Ltd said: “We experience so many positive outcomes for apprentices, whether they are just commencing their learning journey or are well established in business and seeking to build on existing skills. Our management apprenticeship programmes achieve 80 per cent distinction outcomes. That demonstrates apprentices seizing the opportunity to learn.
“I can see the dilemma for business, balancing productivity, resource constraints alongside allowing time to be invested in learning, although the longer term benefits can be truly powerful, not only in motivating staff, but in retaining talent and building skills for tomorrow. Encouraging young people to look seriously at apprenticeships as an alternative to college or university is critical as they make further education choices. Academic study is not for all and apprenticeships mean individuals are still in education.”
Fareham College hosted a levy transfer dinner, to exchange knowledge about how levy-paying employers can share their annual levy fund with other employers.
The dinner played host to over 40 local employers and staff including Aeropark LTD, Blanchard Wells, GE Aviation, Hampshire County Council, Knights Brown, South Western Railway and Skanska and was held in Fareham College’s restaurant, Avenue 141
Andrew Kaye, principal and chief executive at Fareham College said: “Apprenticeships are highly relevant to the courses delivered by Fareham College. Our recently completed Civil Engineering Training Centre alone aims to deliver more than 1,600 groundwork and civil engineering apprenticeships over the next five years.”
Sarah Martyn, group people director for the car dealership group Hendy, said: “The aim of our apprentice programme is to build skills and capability for the future across key technical disciplines, such as our vehicle technicians.
“We also now support apprentices to develop careers in our group functions including marketing based in Dorset and purchasing based in Hampshire.”
Karen Clarkson, marketing manager with Southampton law firm Warner Goodman, said:
"We have had some wonderful experiences with apprentices. We currently have 10 across our firm ranging from the legal teams to accounts and other support teams, and my first marketing assistant here was an apprentice.
"Several of our apprentices were employees before starting their apprenticeship and I can't imagine our teams without them now; they have brought real enthusiasm, change and new ideas to the teams.
"From our conversations, there are a lot of myths out there around hiring apprentices and unfortunately the negative stories tend to get more traction than the positive ones."


thedailyecho--2020-02-07--Hampshire’s surprising role in welfare reform

THIS is the time of year when the plight of the less fortunate comes to mind .
In 1877 the line “ It ’ s Christmas Day in the workhouse ” touched the heart of the nation .
It was penned by campaigning journalist George Robert Sims , railing against the Poor Law reforms of 1834 .
These were based on the idea that life in the workhouse must be worse than that supported by handouts in the community .
Attempts to eliminate poverty have a very long history .
Once aimed mainly at keeping “ vagrants and beggars ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ arose after the dissolution of the monasteries , when hospitals and other charitable offices disappeared .
The obligation of every parish in 1597 to appoint an Overseer of the Poor and later laws to raise rates for welfare did not solve the problem .
There were endless disputes about an individual ’ s proper parish , and rate-payers engaged in creative penny-pinching .
Within Hampshire there were many early “ houses of industry ” and similar places for the needy .
They received basic food , worked at such things as spinning , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Some institutions , like Hinton Ampner were tiny , others , like Alverstoke , were huge .
They were located haphazardly and run by local volunteers , without regulation .
In Hampshire matters came to a head in November 1830 during the Swing Riots , when starving agricultural workers rioted and broke up threshing machines .
To vent their anger , a posse trashed the workhouse at Headley , near Alton , and tore off its roof .
The next day they went on to Selborne for a similar demonstration .
It was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Storming of the Bastille - that persuaded the government in 1834 to completely overhaul the system .
Building on an earlier idea of 1782 all parishes had to join forces in a Union with a purpose-built workhouse .
There were about 30 such workhouses constructed in the county .
Their elegant structures are prominent on maps of the period – but the regime was harsh and based on assumption that the poor were to blame .
It was the stuff that fuelled Oliver Twist , the novel of Portsmouth-born Charles Dickens .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Guardians .
The Hampshire Record Office has a rich store of minutes and correspondence and more than a thousand other items which illustrate the times .
In particular , they document the lives of many individuals whose lives are otherwise unrecorded .
Almost immediately after the 1834 reforms , stories of shocking neglect surfaced .
In 1836 in Bishops Waltham a woman died of “ mortification of the bowels ” , and a year later the sad story of mistreatment of boys in Fareham was taken up by MP John Walters , owner @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which embroiled Hampshire in a major , if unedifying part in changes to legislation , involved the Andover workhouse .
It was being run by a drunken , dissolute Waterloo veteran ex-sergeant major and his wife , with inmates so hungry they had to chew the bones they ground up for fertiliser .
Tipped off by a whistle-blower Guardian , Andover ’ s scandal reached Westminster and the outcome – spurred on by the Press – led to a more tightly regulated system .
Welfare was , of course , revolutionised in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the workhouse did not finally fade until after WWII and all legislation was not finally repealed until 1967 .
For more information , visit www.hampshirearchivestrust.co.uk and www.workhouses.org.uk .

THIS is the time of year when the plight of the less fortunate comes to mind. In 1877 the line “It’s Christmas Day in the workhouse” touched the heart of the nation. It was penned by campaigning journalist George Robert Sims, railing against the Poor Law reforms of 1834. These were based on the idea that life in the workhouse must be worse than that supported by handouts in the community.
Attempts to eliminate poverty have a very long history. Once aimed mainly at keeping “vagrants and beggars” off the street, a new crisis arose after the dissolution of the monasteries, when hospitals and other charitable offices disappeared. The obligation of every parish in 1597 to appoint an Overseer of the Poor and later laws to raise rates for welfare did not solve the problem. There were endless disputes about an individual’s proper parish, and rate-payers engaged in creative penny-pinching.
Within Hampshire there were many early “houses of industry” and similar places for the needy. They received basic food, worked at such things as spinning, weaving and wire-pulling to earn money. Some institutions, like Hinton Ampner were tiny, others, like Alverstoke, were huge. They were located haphazardly and run by local volunteers, without regulation.
In Hampshire matters came to a head in November 1830 during the Swing Riots, when starving agricultural workers rioted and broke up threshing machines. To vent their anger, a posse trashed the workhouse at Headley, near Alton, and tore off its roof. The next day they went on to Selborne for a similar demonstration.
It was events like these – Hampshire’s Storming of the Bastille - that persuaded the government in 1834 to completely overhaul the system. Building on an earlier idea of 1782 all parishes had to join forces in a Union with a purpose-built workhouse. There were about 30 such workhouses constructed in the county. Their elegant structures are prominent on maps of the period – but the regime was harsh and based on assumption that the poor were to blame. It was the stuff that fuelled Oliver Twist, the novel of Portsmouth-born Charles Dickens.
The new workhouses were in the hands of Guardians. The Hampshire Record Office has a rich store of minutes and correspondence and more than a thousand other items which illustrate the times. In particular, they document the lives of many individuals whose lives are otherwise unrecorded.
Almost immediately after the 1834 reforms, stories of shocking neglect surfaced. In 1836 in Bishops Waltham a woman died of “mortification of the bowels”, and a year later the sad story of mistreatment of boys in Fareham was taken up by MP John Walters, owner of The Times.
But the shocker, which embroiled Hampshire in a major, if unedifying part in changes to legislation, involved the Andover workhouse. It was being run by a drunken, dissolute Waterloo veteran ex-sergeant major and his wife, with inmates so hungry they had to chew the bones they ground up for fertiliser. Tipped off by a whistle-blower Guardian, Andover’s scandal reached Westminster and the outcome – spurred on by the Press – led to a more tightly regulated system.
Welfare was, of course, revolutionised in the last century, but the spectre of the workhouse did not finally fade until after WWII and all legislation was not finally repealed until 1967.
For more information, visit www.hampshirearchivestrust.co.uk and www.workhouses.org.uk.


thedailyecho--2020-02-07--Corhampton crash: Tributes to two men who died in crash on B3035

TRIBUTES have been paid to two motorcyclists who died in a crash in Hampshire .
Andrew Cuthbert ( left ) , aged 58 , and Gary Groves , aged 62 , died after their motorcycles were involved in a collision with a Ford Fiesta .
The son and daughter of Andrew , who lived in Waltham Chase , have since paid tribute .
In a statement , the pair said : `` Our Dad absolutely lived for me and my sister and he was the best pop to his grandchildren who he adored more than anything .
“ He never @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his family and friends came first .
“ He loved playing football and music but his true passion was his motorbikes .
“ The hole he leaves won ’ t ever be filled , we just want to take everything he taught us to make sure we do him proud .
“ He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
” The family of Gary , of Kinsbourne Close , Southampton , also paid tribute to their relative .
In a statement , they said : “ We just can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this .
`` Our lives were torn to pieces with the horrific news we were to receive .
“ As many of you now are already aware the most loving , caring , funny , honest love of our lives was cruelly taken that evening .
“ Gary was the most loving husband , dad , grandad , brother , uncle , work colleague and treasured friend to many .
“ He touched the hearts of so many people , the room would light up wherever he went .
“ He absolutely adored @ @ @ @ @ @ @ world and he was their absolute rock .
“ Gary ’ s passion for his bikes was immense , with his brother Mike and his family of bike friends , who he loved very much and spent many hours riding out - which they all loved .
“ Gary will forever be with us and in our hearts .
“ As a family , each and every one of us will continue to do him proud .
“ Heaven has gained the biggest angel but we have lost ours , but know he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The driver of the Fiesta , a 17-year-old boy from West Meon , has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and causing death by driving without due care and consideration while over the specified drug limit .
He has been released while investigations continue .
If you have any information about this collision , please call police on 101 quoting 44200041761 .

Andrew Cuthbert (left), aged 58, and Gary Groves, aged 62, died after their motorcycles were involved in a collision with a Ford Fiesta.
The son and daughter of Andrew, who lived in Waltham Chase, have since paid tribute.
In a statement, the pair said: "Our Dad absolutely lived for me and my sister and he was the best pop to his grandchildren who he adored more than anything.
“He never held a grudge and always made sure his family and friends came first.
“He loved playing football and music but his true passion was his motorbikes.
“The hole he leaves won’t ever be filled, we just want to take everything he taught us to make sure we do him proud.
“He will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.”
The family of Gary, of Kinsbourne Close, Southampton, also paid tribute to their relative.
In a statement, they said: “We just cannot believe we would ever be writing this.
"Our lives were torn to pieces with the horrific news we were to receive.
“As many of you now are already aware the most loving, caring, funny, honest love of our lives was cruelly taken that evening.
“Gary was the most loving husband, dad, grandad, brother, uncle, work colleague and treasured friend to many.
“He touched the hearts of so many people, the room would light up wherever he went.
“He absolutely adored his four grandchildren, they were his world and he was their absolute rock.
“Gary’s passion for his bikes was immense, with his brother Mike and his family of bike friends, who he loved very much and spent many hours riding out - which they all loved.
“Gary will forever be with us and in our hearts.
“As a family, each and every one of us will continue to do him proud.
“Heaven has gained the biggest angel but we have lost ours, but know he will be looking over us forever.
“Ride in peace.”
The driver of the Fiesta, a 17-year-old boy from West Meon, has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and causing death by driving without due care and consideration while over the specified drug limit.
He has been released while investigations continue.
If you have any information about this collision, please call police on 101 quoting 44200041761.


thedailyecho--2020-02-07--Beales at Fareham escapes closure for now as 12 branches are axed

FAREHAM ’ S branch of Beales has escaped inclusion on a list of stores which are to close within weeks .
Twelve branches of the department store chain – including the major store at its Bournemouth HQ – are to shut after its fall into administration three weeks ago .
The remaining branches are continuing to trade while a buyer is sought .
The branch in the former Marks and Spencer unit at Fareham Shopping Centre only opened last November .
Beales bosses have said it was trading well and it was seen as a more sustainable model than the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ statement from administrator KPMG said : “ The joint administrators of the Beales department store chain have confirmed that they remain in active discussions with interested parties regarding a going concern sale of a number of stores .
“ Unfortunately , however , no offers have been received in respect of selling all 23 stores as a going concern .
As a result , the joint administrators are now in the process of developing plans with store directors and management teams to implement the closure of 12 stores .
“ It is anticipated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , running closing down sales for around eight weeks .
Employees across these stores will be retained to assist with trading over the weeks ahead , and the joint administrators and their teams will continue to work closely with staff during this period .
“ There is currently no intention to implement closure plans for the remaining 11 stores , which will all continue to operate as usual until an outcome with regards to a sale of the business is clarified .
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Twelve branches of the department store chain – including the major store at its Bournemouth HQ – are to shut after its fall into administration three weeks ago.
The remaining branches are continuing to trade while a buyer is sought.
The branch in the former Marks and Spencer unit at Fareham Shopping Centre only opened last November. Beales bosses have said it was trading well and it was seen as a more sustainable model than the chain’s bigger stores.
A statement from administrator KPMG said: “The joint administrators of the Beales department store chain have confirmed that they remain in active discussions with interested parties regarding a going concern sale of a number of stores.
“Unfortunately, however, no offers have been received in respect of selling all 23 stores as a going concern. As a result, the joint administrators are now in the process of developing plans with store directors and management teams to implement the closure of 12 stores.
“It is anticipated that these stores will continue to trade, running closing down sales for around eight weeks. Employees across these stores will be retained to assist with trading over the weeks ahead, and the joint administrators and their teams will continue to work closely with staff during this period.
“There is currently no intention to implement closure plans for the remaining 11 stores, which will all continue to operate as usual until an outcome with regards to a sale of the business is clarified.”
The branches closing are:
Bournemouth
Hexham
Worthing
Tonbridge
Peterborough
Mansfield
Keighley
Perth
Spalding
Wisbech
Bedford
Yeovil


thedailyecho--2020-02-07--Trapped deer rescued from cricket net after he became stuck

A ROEBUCK has been rescued after becoming tangled up in a cricket net in Whiteley .
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service were called after the trapped animal was spotted at the cricket club earlier today .
The RSPCA were also called and staff from both organisations helped to free the roebuck .
Oh buck-ing hell !
This morning a roebuck was stumped after finding himself in a sticky wicket in the nets at a cricket club near # Whiteley 🦌🏏🥅 The buck was released unharmed by # TeamHants Animal Rescue Specialist Jim Green and @ RSPCA_official Officer Katie .
pic.twitter.com/rCqZaZSEuL @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hants_fire ) February 7 , 2020 The RSPCA has previously issued a warning regarding nets , stating : “ We understand that many people are not aware that netting used to fence off areas and netting used for gardening or in sport can be really dangerous for animals – we ’ re trying to raise awareness of this .
`` We would urge those using netting for sports to remove and store all nets after their game and put any discarded or old netting safely in a bin .
Any garden netting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be replaced with solid metal mesh . ''

Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service were called after the trapped animal was spotted at the cricket club earlier today.
The RSPCA were also called and staff from both organisations helped to free the roebuck.
Oh buck-ing hell!
This morning a roebuck was stumped after finding himself in a sticky wicket in the nets at a cricket club near #Whiteley 🦌🏏🥅
The buck was released unharmed by #TeamHants Animal Rescue Specialist Jim Green and @RSPCA_official Officer Katie. pic.twitter.com/rCqZaZSEuL — Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service (@Hants_fire) February 7, 2020
The RSPCA has previously issued a warning regarding nets, stating: “We understand that many people are not aware that netting used to fence off areas and netting used for gardening or in sport can be really dangerous for animals – we’re trying to raise awareness of this.
"We would urge those using netting for sports to remove and store all nets after their game and put any discarded or old netting safely in a bin. Any garden netting, such as pond netting, should be replaced with solid metal mesh."


thedailyecho--2020-02-07--Cat being treated for smoke inhalation following house fire in Romsey

A CAT is being treated for smoke inhalation following a fire in a Romsey house , as another was rescued @ @ @ @ @ this morning .
It is believed an electric radiator was the cause of the blaze @ @ @ @ @ a house 's attached garage in Grayling Mead , Romsey at 3.39am .
Hampshire Fire @ @ @ @ @ evacuated when the smoke alarm went off , and a cat was rescued .
Another @ @ @ @ @ a search for the feline has smoke inhalation and the owner will be taking it @ @ @ @ @ Animal rescue services were at the scene .
HFRS said three fire crews attended from @ @ @ @ @ Mary 's and the stop message was 4.15am .

It is believed an electric radiator was the cause of the blaze in the utility room of a house's attached garage in Grayling Mead, Romsey at 3.39am.
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service say everybody evacuated when the smoke alarm went off, and a cat was rescued.
Another cat which was found following a search for the feline has smoke inhalation and the owner will be taking it to the nearest vet.
Animal rescue services were at the scene.
HFRS said three fire crews attended from Romsey, Redbridge and St Mary's and the stop message was 4.15am.


thedailyecho--2020-02-07--Police probe after woman assaulted at Injoy Play Centre in Southampton

POLICE have launched an appeal after a woman was assaulted at a children 's play centre in Southampton .
Officers @ @ @ @ @ 40s was assaulted in front of families at the Injoy Play Centre in Ocean Village @ @ @ @ @ which the woman suffered facial injuries , is said to have happened between 6pm and @ @ @ @ @ 2 .
Now officers have launched an appeal to find a woman who they would @ @ @ @ @ relation to the investigation .
She is described as being white , between the ages @ @ @ @ @ approximately 5ft 3ins tall and has a slim build .
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said @ @ @ @ @ described as having dyed red hair with a bar through her lip and lots of @ @ @ @ @ was wearing jeans and tan coloured boots . ''
The spokesperson added : `` Do @ @ @ @ @ this CCTV image ?
`` Anyone with information can call 101 , quoting 44200040547 .
@ @ @ @ @ Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 . ''

Officers say a woman in her 40s was assaulted in front of families at the Injoy Play Centre in Ocean Village.
The incident, in which the woman suffered facial injuries, is said to have happened between 6pm and 6.30pm on Sunday, February 2.
Now officers have launched an appeal to find a woman who they would like to speak to in relation to the investigation.
She is described as being white, between the ages of 25 and 30, approximately 5ft 3ins tall and has a slim build.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said:"Notably she is described as having dyed red hair with a bar through her lip and lots of facial piercings.
"She was wearing jeans and tan coloured boots."
The spokesperson added: "Do you recognise the woman in this CCTV image?
"Anyone with information can call 101, quoting 44200040547. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."


thedailyecho--2020-02-07--Marks and Spencer brings back the love sausage for Valentine's Day

SHORT of ideas for a Valentine 's night tea ?
This one is sure to be an absolute banger .
Marks and Spencer has revealed their love sausage is back for 2020 and this year will be joined by a little friend .
Available in stores from today , last year 's love sausage sold out in minutes .
A spokesman added : `` Customers flocked to stores to get their hands on this truffle-infused piece of meat ( some were even seen queuing to get their hands on this Valentine ’ s Day must have . )
`` It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ jumping on the # LoveSausage bandwagon sharing pics of their successful purchase and the delight on their partners face when giving or receiving it – it also was trending on twitter and received over 30k likes on M & S social channels in the first few hours . ''
It had plenty of celebrity fans too with Phillip Schofield tucking into one live on This Morning , Chris Evans did the same on Virgin radio and it even crossed the Atlantic featuring on Late Night with Seth Meyer in the US .
This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of a ‘ Give a Little Love ’ sausage .
The twin pack of heart-shaped , truffle infused pork sausages is ideal for breakfast – on top of muffins , crumpets , or simply crack an egg in the middle and serve .
Kirsty Rowley , Love Sausage product developer , said : `` Love Sausage mania swept the UK and beyond last year , and it was a hugehit with our customers .
`` There may be some imitators this year ( the sincerest form of flattery ) but I am happy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ back . ''
The Love Sausage is £6 while the new Give a little Love Sausage is £5 for two heart shaped pork sausages infused with truffle and wrapped in smoked bacon .

Marks and Spencer has revealed their love sausage is back for 2020 and this year will be joined by a little friend.
Available in stores from today, last year's love sausage sold out in minutes.
A spokesman added: "Customers flocked to stores to get their hands on this truffle-infused piece of meat (some were even seen queuing to get their hands on this Valentine’s Day must have.)
"It became a social media star with many jumping on the #LoveSausage bandwagon sharing pics of their successful purchase and the delight on their partners face when giving or receiving it – it also was trending on twitter and received over 30k likes on M&S social channels in the first few hours."
It had plenty of celebrity fans too with Phillip Schofield tucking into one live on This Morning, Chris Evans did the same on Virgin radio and it even crossed the Atlantic featuring on Late Night with Seth Meyer in the US.
This year customers will also have the option of a ‘Give a Little Love’ sausage.
The twin pack of heart-shaped, truffle infused pork sausages is ideal for breakfast – on top of muffins, crumpets, or simply crack an egg in the middle and serve.
Kirsty Rowley, Love Sausage product developer, said: "Love Sausage mania swept the UK and beyond last year, and it was a hugehit with our customers.
"There may be some imitators this year (the sincerest form of flattery) but I am happy to say the original and best is back."
The Love Sausage is £6 while the new Give a little Love Sausage is £5 for two heart shaped pork sausages infused with truffle and wrapped in smoked bacon.


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--LIVE: Storm Ciara updates from across Hampshire

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thedailyecho--2020-02-09--Man charged after armed robbery at Megabet, Ladbrokes, Betfred and Corals shops in Hampshire

A MAN has been charged with four counts of armed robbery after four betting shops were targeted across Hampshire .
@ @ @ @ @ of no fixed address , was charged with robbery after cash was stolen from shops @ @ @ @ @ He was also charged with four counts of possession of an offensive weapon and one @ @ @ @ @ bladed article .
The first incident took place on January 20 , at Megabet in @ @ @ @ @ where staff reported being confronted with a man holding a hammer .
The second robbery @ @ @ @ @ January 23 , when Ladbrokes in The Hundred , Romsey , was targeted by a @ @ @ @ @ Betfred in Shakespeare Road , Eastleigh , was robbed on January 26 by a man @ @ @ @ @ in Oakmount Road , Chandler ’ s Ford , was targeted on February 6 by @ @ @ @ @ .
No one was injured in any of the incidents .
Daniel Sharpe is due @ @ @ @ @ Court on March 13 .

Daniel Sharpe, 26, of no fixed address, was charged with robbery after stealing cash from shops in Eastleigh and Romsey.
He was also charged with four counts of possession of an offensive weapon and one count of possession of a bladed article.
The first of Sharpe's robberies took place on January 20, at Megabet in High Street, Eastleigh, where staff reported being confronted with a man holding a hammer.
The second robbery was reported to police on January 23, when Ladbrokes in The Hundred, Romsey, was targeted by a man holding a wrench.
Betfred in Shakespeare Road, Eastleigh, was robbed on January 26 by a man brandishing a crowbar and Coral in Oakmount Road, Chandler’s Ford, was targeted on February 6 by a man wielding a knife.
No one was injured in any of the incidents.
Daniel Sharpe is due to appear at Southampton Crown Court on March 13.


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--Wallabies found bouncing around in Calmore

TWO wallabies managed to escape from their enclosure in the midst of Storm Ciara today .
Police officers were alerted @ @ @ @ @ bouncing around Cooks Lane , Calmore .
Now the mammals have been safely returned home @ @ @ @ @ owners .
It is not known where the wallabies escaped from .


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--Motorists urged to avoid A27, near Shootash and Romsey, after tree comes crashing down

MOTORISTS are being urged to avoid a main road in Test Valley , due to a fallen tree blocking traffic @ @ @ @ @ tree came crashing down along the A27 from Gardeners Lane , Shootash , to the @ @ @ @ @ congestion is building along the road after the tree was spotted by a driver at @ @ @ @ @ spokesperson from Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said they have passed the incident onto `` @ @ @ @ @ '' , who deal with fallen trees .
A spokesperson from Hampshire police also said @ @ @ @ @ with trees falling on roads '' .
Highways England has been contacted for comment .

The tree came crashing down along the A27 from Gardeners Lane, Shootash, to the A3090, Romsey.
Now congestion is building along the road after the tree was spotted by a driver at 9.43am this morning.
A spokesperson from Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said they have passed the incident onto "Hampshire police and Highways England", who deal with fallen trees.
A spokesperson from Hampshire police also said "Highways England are dealing with trees falling on roads".
Highways England has been contacted for comment.


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--Investigation launched after man flips his Renault Clio in Moorgreen Road, West End

AN INVESTIGATION has been launched after a man flipped his car in a Hampshire road today .
Hampshire police were @ @ @ @ @ 24-year-old man who crashed his car in Moorgreen Road , West End .
Now a @ @ @ @ @ discover the cause of the accident , which happened in a Renault Clio .
The @ @ @ @ @ not believed to be serious '' , according to a spokesperson from Hampshire police .
@ @ @ @ @ at this time .
It is not known what hospital the patient was taken to @

Hampshire police were alerted at 12.10am to a 24-year-old man who crashed his car in Moorgreen Road, West End.
Now a probe has been launched to discover the cause of the accident, which happened in a Renault Clio.
The man's injuries are "not believed to be serious", according to a spokesperson from Hampshire police.
No arrests have been made at this time.
It is not known what hospital the patient was taken to.


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--UPDATE: Weather warning for Storm Ciara upgraded to amber

A WEATHER warning ahead of the arrival of Storm Ciara has been upgraded to amber .
Weather experts are warning @ @ @ @ @ strong wind '' tomorrow , which they say could cause damage to buildings and major @ @ @ @ @ Office is also warning of possible power cuts and a risk to life from large @ @ @ @ @ It comes as the UK braces itself for Storm Ciara , which is making its @ @ @ @ @ The storm , said by experts to be the biggest in Britain for seven years @ @ @ @ @ gusts of 50-60mph across inland areas , with gusts of 80mph or higher in coastal @ @ @ @ @ initially issued a yellow warning across the UK , but this has been upgraded to @ @ @ @ @ parts of England , including Hampshire and Dorset .
A yellow warning remains in place @ @ @ @ @ .

Weather experts are warning of spells of "very strong wind" tomorrow, which they say could cause damage to buildings and major travel disruption.
The Met Office is also warning of possible power cuts and a risk to life from large waves in coastal areas.
It comes as the UK braces itself for Storm Ciara, which is making its way across the Atlantic.
The storm, said by experts to be the biggest in Britain for seven years, is expected to bring gusts of 50-60mph across inland areas, with gusts of 80mph or higher in coastal areas.
The Met Office initially issued a yellow warning across the UK, but this has been upgraded to an amber warning for large parts of England, including Hampshire and Dorset.
A yellow warning remains in place across Scotland and Northern Ireland.


thedailyecho--2020-02-08--A303 crash: Police find missing Brian Collins

POLICE have located a man after a vehicle crashed off a busy Hampshire dual carriageway .
Officers say Brian Collins @ @ @ @ @ It comes after Hampshire Constabulary released an appeal in a bid to find the 34-year-old @ @ @ @ @ serious injuries in a crash off a busy Hampshire dual carriageway .
Officers said they @ @ @ @ @ a silver Mercedes when his car crashed off the eastbound carriageway of the A303 near @ @ @ @ @ in a field .
They believed he left the scene before the ambulance arrived at @ @ @ @ @ , which took place around 9.30pm on Friday night .
But this morning officers said @ @ @ @ @ Collins has now been found .
In a statement , a force spokesperson said : @ @ @ @ @ confirm that Brian Collins has been found .
`` Thanks to everyone who shared our @ @ @ @ @ gave no further details about the crash or Mr Collins ' condition .

Officers say Brian Collins has now been found.
It comes after Hampshire Constabulary released an appeal in a bid to find the 34-year-old, who they believed suffered serious injuries in a crash off a busy Hampshire dual carriageway.
Officers said they believed Mr Collins was driving a silver Mercedes when his car crashed off the eastbound carriageway of the A303 near Barton Stacey and ended up in a field.
They believed he left the scene before the ambulance arrived at the scene of the crash, which took place around 9.30pm on Friday night.
But this morning officers said revealed this morning that Mr Collins has now been found.
In a statement, a force spokesperson said: "We are pleased to confirm that Brian Collins has been found.
"Thanks to everyone who shared our appeal."
The police gave no further details about the crash or Mr Collins' condition.


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--Jimmy Wilson, 30, breached restraining order after assault on partner

A BOYFRIEND who dug his thumbs into his partner ’ s eyes and told her he would rape her during an argument has been hauled back before the courts .
Jimmy Wilson , 30 , attacked his now former girlfriend at her home after they began rowing at a family party .
After returning to her home , he launched an attack on the woman , in which he also bit her on the nose .
As previously reported in the Daily Echo , Wilson was given a suspended sentence after pleading guilty to one count of assault occasioning actual @ @ @ @ @ @ @ damage and one count of common assault .
He was also given a restraining order , banning him from contacting his victim .
But less than a month later , Wilson , a carpenter by trade , was caught in the woman ’ s house .
Police smashed their way into her property after she refused to let them in and found Wilson hiding under the bed .
Now Wilson has been given a second chance by a judge who deferred his sentence and urged him to steer clear of his victim .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ sentenced to a total of 18 months , suspended for two years , following the original incident on February 19 .
As previously reported in the Echo , the pair began arguing after returning home after a party at Wilson ’ s sister ’ s address .
The court previously heard during the argument , Wilson dug his thumbs into his victim ’ s eyes , bit her nose and said he was going to rape her .
But in January this year Wilson was caught at the woman ’ s property .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ admitted she had asked Wilson to come over to discuss an £800 debt for carpentry tools .
Mitigating for Wilson , Jodie Mittell said Wilson was “ motivated ” to complete the Building Better Relationships programme , which the court had ordered he complete as part of his suspended sentence order .
Judge Nicholas Rowland deferred sentencing Wilson , who pleaded guilty to one count of breaching a restraining order and one count of committing an offence during a suspended sentence , for six months .
He said : “ If you are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there will not be a custodial sentence.
” Wilson , of Tatwin Crescent , Southampton , will still have to complete the remainder of his 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days and 40 hours of unpaid work .
The restraining order will remain in place – despite an application by the victim to have it lifted .

Jimmy Wilson, 30, attacked his now former girlfriend at her home after they began rowing at a family party.
After returning to her home, he launched an attack on the woman, in which he also bit her on the nose.
As previously reported in the Daily Echo, Wilson was given a suspended sentence after pleading guilty to one count of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, one count of criminal damage and one count of common assault.
He was also given a restraining order, banning him from contacting his victim.
But less than a month later, Wilson, a carpenter by trade, was caught in the woman’s house.
Police smashed their way into her property after she refused to let them in and found Wilson hiding under the bed.
Now Wilson has been given a second chance by a judge who deferred his sentence and urged him to steer clear of his victim.
Southampton Crown Court heard how Wilson was sentenced to a total of 18 months, suspended for two years, following the original incident on February 19.
As previously reported in the Echo, the pair began arguing after returning home after a party at Wilson’s sister’s address.
The court previously heard during the argument, Wilson dug his thumbs into his victim’s eyes, bit her nose and said he was going to rape her.
But in January this year Wilson was caught at the woman’s property.
Giving evidence in court, the woman admitted she had asked Wilson to come over to discuss an £800 debt for carpentry tools.
Mitigating for Wilson, Jodie Mittell said Wilson was “motivated” to complete the Building Better Relationships programme, which the court had ordered he complete as part of his suspended sentence order.
Judge Nicholas Rowland deferred sentencing Wilson, who pleaded guilty to one count of breaching a restraining order and one count of committing an offence during a suspended sentence, for six months.
He said: “If you are true to your word it is likely there will not be a custodial sentence.”
Wilson, of Tatwin Crescent, Southampton, will still have to complete the remainder of his 15 rehabilitation activity requirement days and 40 hours of unpaid work.
The restraining order will remain in place – despite an application by the victim to have it lifted.


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--Above Bar Street attempted burglary: Police release CCTV

POLICE have today released CCTV following an attempted break-in at a building in Southampton city centre .
Officers say the @ @ @ @ @ address in Above Bar Street on November 5 last year .
Now police have released @ @ @ @ @ would like to speak to .
Anyone who knows the identity of the man or @ @ @ @ @ call police on 101 , quoting crime reference 44190397731 .

Officers say the incident took place at an address in Above Bar Street on November 5 last year.
The incident happened around 9.45pm.
Now police have released CCTV of a man they would like to speak to.
Anyone who knows the identity of the man or any information is asked to call police on 101, quoting crime reference 44190397731.


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--Woman steals hundreds of pounds of goods from John Lewis twice in the same day

A SOUTHAMPTON woman stole hundreds of pounds worth of items from a city department store during two shoplifting incidents in @ @ @ @ @ Anne Chamberlain , jointly with another unnamed defendant , stole handbags and perfume worth £867 @ @ @ @ @ Westquay on December 20 .
The 37-year-old , again with the help of another , @ @ @ @ @ and perfume from the same store on the same day .
She also stole £117 @ @ @ @ @ Lewis nine days later , on December 29 .
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates ' Court @ @ @ @ @ Street , Southampton , pleaded guilty to three counts of theft .
Her sentencing was @ @ @ @ @ allow for a pre-sentence report to be prepared .
She was remanded in custody until @ @ @ @

Natasha Anne Chamberlain, jointly with another unnamed defendant, stole handbags and perfume worth £867, from John Lewis at Westquay on December 20.
The 37-year-old, again with the help of another, also stole £950 of handbags and perfume from the same store on the same day.
She also stole £117 worth of alcohol from John Lewis nine days later, on December 29.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, Chamberlain, of Southampton Street, Southampton, pleaded guilty to three counts of theft.
Her sentencing was adjourned until February 20 to allow for a pre-sentence report to be prepared.
She was remanded in custody until her next hearing.


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--READER LETTER: Shame on the Daily Echo for reporting low food hygiene rating – it is not news

I WAS shocked to read of the city council giving a 1/5 rating to Uptons of Bassett .
No of course not , just some jobsworth finding a few minor matters that could hardly be or any detriment to the public .
When my family had a butchers in the 60s it was common practice to use sawdust , as it absorbed any spillages and could be quickly swept up .
Surely mopping every time would be a safety risk in a busy shop .
I noticed the rolls of hand towels were stored where they may have risked contamination @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shop in question , I have observed that Mr Broadribb reveres his meat , more than some parents do their children !
His staff are all immaculate in a shirt and tie with spotless overalls and aprons .
I wish one of these inspectors had been in the supermarket I visited recently where the youth serving meat , then walked to the other end of the counter and proceeded ( without washing his hands ) to slice ham and turkey .
The Echo must be scraping the bottom of the barrel , to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the front page and a whole page inside .

Rats, mice, maggots, I thought?
No of course not, just some jobsworth finding a few minor matters that could hardly be or any detriment to the public.
When my family had a butchers in the 60s it was common practice to use sawdust, as it absorbed any spillages and could be quickly swept up.
Surely mopping every time would be a safety risk in a busy shop.
I noticed the rolls of hand towels were stored where they may have risked contamination.
As a regular customer to the shop in question, I have observed that Mr Broadribb reveres his meat, more than some parents do their children!
His staff are all immaculate in a shirt and tie with spotless overalls and aprons.
I wish one of these inspectors had been in the supermarket I visited recently where the youth serving meat, then walked to the other end of the counter and proceeded (without washing his hands) to slice ham and turkey.
The Echo must be scraping the bottom of the barrel, to give this "news story" headlines on the front page and a whole page inside.
Denise Bridle-Gates
Bassett, Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--Driver caught speeding through temporary speed limit on M27

A DRIVER caught speeding through a temporary speed limit on a Hampshire motorway has been fined .
Glenn Taylor Brighty @ @ @ @ @ speeding at 61mph through the 50mph temporary speed limit on the M27 .
Brighty was @ @ @ @ @ time of the offence , which took place on April 27 .
The temporary speed @ @ @ @ @ by average speed cameras , has been in place since January last year .
Appearing @ @ @ @ @ , Brighty , of St Chad 's Avenue , Portsmouth , pleaded guilty to one @ @ @ @ @ was fined £100 , ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge @ @ @ @ @ licence was also endorsed with three points .

Glenn Taylor Brighty, 28, was caught speeding at 61mph through the 50mph temporary speed limit on the M27.
Brighty was driving a BMW at the time of the offence, which took place on April 27.
The temporary speed limit, which is enforced by average speed cameras, has been in place since January last year.
Appearing at Southampton Magistrates' Court, Brighty, of St Chad's Avenue, Portsmouth, pleaded guilty to one count of speeding.
He was fined £100, ordered to pay court costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £30.
His driving licence was also endorsed with three points.


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--Bereweeke Court Care Home, Winchester, 'requires improvement' after CQC inspection

A WINCHESTER care home failed to ensure people ’ s safety and meet individual needs of residents , an inspection by the care watchdog has found .
Bereweeke Court Care Home was home to 30 residents when the Care Quality Commission ( CQC ) made an unannounced visit in November last year .
The body rated the facility as ‘ requires improvement ’ overall and for each of its inspection areas including safety , effectiveness , responsiveness and whether the home was caring and well-led .
The care home provides nursing and residential dementia care for up to 50 people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that there were “ insufficient numbers of experienced staff deployed at all times to ensure people ’ s safety.
” It continued : “ Staff had not undertaken all the training they needed to keep their skills and knowledge up to date .
Care plans did not consistently cover all the required areas or contain an appropriate level of detail to support staff to deliver effective care or to meet identified needs.
” Over the course of their visit inspectors observed a number of failures in care including two people eating meals in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and a number of mattresses which were being used to prevent skin damage and were not being set correctly .
People were also not being “ provided with sufficient opportunities to take part in meaningful activities ” , with a very limited programme of planned activities .
These were all deemed as breaches by the CQC , with the home required to take action .
During their visit inspectors also witnessed that care was often given with little interaction between staff members and residents .
The report said : “ Care was often @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with people outside of completing care tasks .
Staff told us they did not have time for this .
We were not assured that people ’ s individual preferences and needs were being met.
” The home was rated ‘ good ’ during its previous inspection in 2017 .
A spokesperson for the home said : “ The health , safety and wellbeing of our residents is our number one priority , and we take all feedback from the Care Quality Commission ( CQC ) very seriously .
“ While we were heartened @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are ‘ kind and caring ’ and that residents are treated with respect , we acknowledge that there are areas for improvement , which our team is working tirelessly to address .
“ We have a comprehensive action plan in place , and its implementation is being overseen by our senior regional team and an experienced turnaround manager .
Additionally , our learning and development team is supporting colleagues to make sure they have completed our bespoke and comprehensive training programme .
“ We are pleased that we have already made positive progress @ @ @ @ @ @ @ number of agency staff we use .
We have also updated the care plans for all residents to ensure that we can deliver high-quality , kind care to meet their needs .
“ We are working closely with all relevant authorities and have already made significant progress since the CQC visited .
We are determined to continue making improvements and to ensure that these are sustained .
”

Bereweeke Court Care Home was home to 30 residents when the Care Quality Commission (CQC) made an unannounced visit in November last year.
The body rated the facility as ‘requires improvement’ overall and for each of its inspection areas including safety, effectiveness, responsiveness and whether the home was caring and well-led.
The care home provides nursing and residential dementia care for up to 50 people, but inspectors said in their report that there were “insufficient numbers of experienced staff deployed at all times to ensure people’s safety.”
It continued: “Staff had not undertaken all the training they needed to keep their skills and knowledge up to date. Care plans did not consistently cover all the required areas or contain an appropriate level of detail to support staff to deliver effective care or to meet identified needs.”
Over the course of their visit inspectors observed a number of failures in care including two people eating meals in positions that increased their risk of choking and a number of mattresses which were being used to prevent skin damage and were not being set correctly.
People were also not being “provided with sufficient opportunities to take part in meaningful activities”, with a very limited programme of planned activities.
These were all deemed as breaches by the CQC, with the home required to take action.
During their visit inspectors also witnessed that care was often given with little interaction between staff members and residents.
The report said: “Care was often task focussed and there was limited interaction with people outside of completing care tasks. Staff told us they did not have time for this. We were not assured that people’s individual preferences and needs were being met.”
The home was rated ‘good’ during its previous inspection in 2017.
A spokesperson for the home said: “The health, safety and wellbeing of our residents is our number one priority, and we take all feedback from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) very seriously.
“While we were heartened by the CQC finding that our staff are ‘kind and caring’ and that residents are treated with respect, we acknowledge that there are areas for improvement, which our team is working tirelessly to address.
“We have a comprehensive action plan in place, and its implementation is being overseen by our senior regional team and an experienced turnaround manager. Additionally, our learning and development team is supporting colleagues to make sure they have completed our bespoke and comprehensive training programme.
“We are pleased that we have already made positive progress at the home, including reducing the number of agency staff we use. We have also updated the care plans for all residents to ensure that we can deliver high-quality, kind care to meet their needs.
“We are working closely with all relevant authorities and have already made significant progress since the CQC visited. We are determined to continue making improvements and to ensure that these are sustained.”


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--Can you give these adorable pets a forever home?

CAN you give these pets a home ?
These pets are currently residents at the Blue Cross rehoming shelter in @ @ @ @ @ Jack is a gentle nine-year-old male lurcher , he is incredibly friendly and loves having @ @ @ @ @ behaved inside the home and out and greets other dogs very politely .
Jack enjoys @ @ @ @ @ nap in , and is more than happy to do this while his humans are @ @ @ @ @ affectionate chap and will make a lovely companion for his new owner .
Cassidy is @ @ @ @ @ who is looking to be partnered up with a well-matched male bunny .
She is @ @ @ @ @ who would suit a confident male rabbit in her new home .
Cassidy is a @ @ @ @ @ is looking for a spacious enclosure in her new home , ideally a shed , @ @ @ @ @ she has plenty of space to hop around and stretch her legs .

These pets are currently residents at the Blue Cross rehoming shelter in West End, Southampton.
Jack is a gentle nine-year-old male lurcher, he is incredibly friendly and loves having company. He is perfectly behaved inside the home and out and greets other dogs very politely. Jack enjoys finding a comfy spot to nap in, and is more than happy to do this while his humans are busy! Jack is an affectionate chap and will make a lovely companion for his new owner.
Cassidy is a sociable five-year-old female rabbit who is looking to be partnered up with a well-matched male bunny. She is a friendly and inquisitive bun who would suit a confident male rabbit in her new home. Cassidy is a large rabbit, so she is looking for a spacious enclosure in her new home, ideally a shed, wendyhouse or spare bedroom so she has plenty of space to hop around and stretch her legs.


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--PHOTOS: Cross country running. Were you one of the participants?

HE HAD already won the event three months earlier , but when Joe Patton stormed over the Hampshire cross-country finish @ @ @ @ @ , he was a happy man .
After Chris Bunyan had set the early pace @ @ @ @ @ , Patton , Roger Brown and Neil Coupland opened up a gap on the rest @ @ @ @ @ broke away after four miles on the on the toughest part of the seven-mile , @ @ @


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--Seven houses in Portersbridge Street, Romsey, could soon get a makeover

A NUMBER of properties in Romsey could soon receive a makeover by Test Valley Borough Council ( TVBC ) , it has been revealed .
Council chiefs are expected to approve plans on Wednesday , February 12 , for seven homes homes in Portersbridge Street to be revamped before they are rented out privately later this year .
If the plans are given the green light by the cabinet , the properties will be leased to the authority ’ s housing management company , Valley Housing Ltd. , which lets its homes to those on TVBC ’ s housing register @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and one two-bedroom house , each have a back yard .
Finance portfolio holder , cllr Maureen Flood , said : “ When Aster said that they didn ’ t need the houses any more , we had an opportunity to decide whether to keep them or sell them on .
`` Subject to approval from council colleagues , we ’ re hoping to refurbish them and bring them back into use as they will provide really great homes for those in need of private rented accommodation .
`` This of course also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ able to bring in some additional income through rent.
” The properties were leased to Aster as temporary accommodation since 2003 , but the housing association recently indicated that it no longer required the TVBC-owned period homes .
This was due to Aster not meeting the local need for temporary accommodation using their own properties .
A final decision is set to be made at a full council on Wednesday , February 26 .
The council created Valley Housing Ltd in 2016 as part of its Project Enterprise initiative , aiming to generate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its dependence on the government ’ s revenue support grant over the coming years .

Council chiefs are expected to approve plans on Wednesday, February 12, for seven homes homes in Portersbridge Street to be revamped before they are rented out privately later this year.
If the plans are given the green light by the cabinet, the properties will be leased to the authority’s housing management company, Valley Housing Ltd., which lets its homes to those on TVBC’s housing register.
The homes include six three-bedroom houses and one two-bedroom house, each have a back yard.
Finance portfolio holder, cllr Maureen Flood, said: “When Aster said that they didn’t need the houses any more, we had an opportunity to decide whether to keep them or sell them on.
"Subject to approval from council colleagues, we’re hoping to refurbish them and bring them back into use as they will provide really great homes for those in need of private rented accommodation. "This of course also benefits the council as we will be able to bring in some additional income through rent.”
The properties were leased to Aster as temporary accommodation since 2003, but the housing association recently indicated that it no longer required the TVBC-owned period homes.
This was due to Aster not meeting the local need for temporary accommodation using their own properties.
A final decision is set to be made at a full council on Wednesday, February 26.
The council created Valley Housing Ltd in 2016 as part of its Project Enterprise initiative, aiming to generate additional income for the authority and reduce its dependence on the government’s revenue support grant over the coming years.


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--10k fitness trail links five new outdoor gyms in Romsey

A NEW fitness trail is coming to Romsey , encouraging residents to get fit this month .
The Romsey Future and Test Valley Borough Council project will be celebrating the final instalment of the outdoor gym equipment by hosting a 10k fitness trail .
Funding of £35,000 was secured to add a further three gym stations to the existing two , making a 10k route .
Funding was granted from Sport England Community Asset Fund and various TVBC grants to fund additional gym stations .
New gym stations are at Romsey Sports Centre , Abbotswood and Whitenap Open Space - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Way and Romsey War Memorial Park .
All five stations are linked in a circular circuit making a fitness trail to be used throughout the year .
The equipment at the stations is suitable for selection of cardio and strength exercises , which can be used independently at any time , as well as part of this 10k route on Saturday , February 15 .
Romsey Future leader , Councillor Nick Adams-King said : `` I think Romsey Future and Test Valley Borough Council have delivered yet another aspiration identified by the first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ took a little while to get together but I am pleased to be able to make another aspiration of ours happen . ''
A spokesperson for Test Valley Borough Council said : `` The need for additional equipment and better use of open spaces was identified through consultation on the Romsey Future 20 year vision for the town at numerous community events across the town in 2015 .
`` The project was launched as a result of this .
`` Residents are keen to make better use of green spaces and conscious about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lifestyle .
`` Gym stations were identified as a positive step towards this . ''
There will be signage at every station with the attached map route and QR code enabling those taking part in the fitness trail to download the route to their phones .
Romsey Town Centre manager , Mark Edgerley said : `` I believe the Fitness Trail brings many benefits to our community , including an opportunity for people to take exercise outdoors using a free facility .
`` Evidence suggests we can all improve our wellbeing and fitness @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Fitness Trail enables people to use individual elements or to combine sections to match their individual needs .
`` The trail also offers the opportunity to join with family and friends to participate together , having fun , being together is such an important aspect of modern live . ''

The Romsey Future and Test Valley Borough Council project will be celebrating the final instalment of the outdoor gym equipment by hosting a 10k fitness trail.
Funding of £35,000 was secured to add a further three gym stations to the existing two, making a 10k route.
Funding was granted from Sport England Community Asset Fund and various TVBC grants to fund additional gym stations.
New gym stations are at Romsey Sports Centre, Abbotswood and Whitenap Open Space - the original two are located at Mercier Way and Romsey War Memorial Park.
All five stations are linked in a circular circuit making a fitness trail to be used throughout the year.
The equipment at the stations is suitable for selection of cardio and strength exercises, which can be used independently at any time, as well as part of this 10k route on Saturday, February 15.
Romsey Future leader, Councillor Nick Adams-King said: "I think Romsey Future and Test Valley Borough Council have delivered yet another aspiration identified by the first consultation five years ago.
"It took a little while to get together but I am pleased to be able to make another aspiration of ours happen."
A spokesperson for Test Valley Borough Council said: "The need for additional equipment and better use of open spaces was identified through consultation on the Romsey Future 20 year vision for the town at numerous community events across the town in 2015.
"The project was launched as a result of this.
"Residents are keen to make better use of green spaces and conscious about the need for a healthier and active lifestyle.
"Gym stations were identified as a positive step towards this."
There will be signage at every station with the attached map route and QR code enabling those taking part in the fitness trail to download the route to their phones.
Romsey Town Centre manager, Mark Edgerley said: "I believe the Fitness Trail brings many benefits to our community, including an opportunity for people to take exercise outdoors using a free facility.
"Evidence suggests we can all improve our wellbeing and fitness by being outdoors and taking exercise, the Fitness Trail enables people to use individual elements or to combine sections to match their individual needs.
"The trail also offers the opportunity to join with family and friends to participate together, having fun, being together is such an important aspect of modern live."


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--ARCHIVE PIC OF THE DAY: Ladies lunching in the 1950s

This photograph was taken on the roof of the Co-op building in St Marys Road during a lunch break in @ @ @ @ @ break are Jose Dawe , Sheila , Fay , Pauline , Bernie , Christine , @ @ @ @ @ you have any more information you would like to share about this picture , why @ @ @ @ @


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--PHOTOS: Mason Moor Primary in 2000. Were you pictured there?

THESE are the pictures taken at Mason Moor Primary School in 2000 .
At the time the youngsters were taking @ @ @ @ @ of educational , physical and artistic activities .
One image shows pupils having fun during @ @ @ @ @ captures the mood in the library .
Then-Mayor of Southampton Derek Burke paid the Millbrook @ @ @ @ @ then-head of Southampton City Council June Bridle .

At the time the youngsters were taking part in a wide range of educational, physical and artistic activities.
One image shows pupils having fun during a PE lesson while another captures the mood in the library.
Then-Mayor of Southampton Derek Burke paid the Millbrook school a visit as did then-head of Southampton City Council June Bridle.


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--The beautiful and bizarre ways our local wildlife says ‘I love you'

If you think it ’ s tough to impress your other half , wait until you hear about these starry-eyed species .
With Valentine ’ s Day around the corner , we ’ d like to share some of the beautiful and bizarre ways our local wildlife says ‘ I love you ’ .
The snipe is a winter visitor , usually be found on wet grassland and marshes .
During the breeding season it makes a distinctive ‘ drumming ’ sound to attract a mate , which can be heard as the male performs an aerial courtship display .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ an object or make the sound by calling – it is actually the result of its tail feathers vibrating in the wind !
During the mating season the male adder will dance for dominance .
Although it is often mistaken for a courtship ritual , this dance is a show of strength that typically occurs between two or more males .
It is known as the ‘ dance of the adders ’ and it is easy to see why - the intricate interlacing , twisting and rolling as they wrestle is almost hypnotic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hares batting at one another with furious , furry fists .
While this strange ritual may look like a hostile feud , it is actually a precursor to courtship .
The pugilists are usually the females , who fend off amorous male admirers by boxing with them .
It is also thought that female hares use this technique to test the strength of their prospective partner before deciding whether to choose him as a mate .
The common cuttlefish is a ghostly predator that drifts silently beneath the surface of our local seas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ merge into its background , which helps it ambush prey and attract potential mates .
During mating season males put on a vibrant colour show to attract females , passing pulses of colour rapidly along their bodies .
To find out more about our amazing local wildlife , visit hiwwt.org.uk

If you think it’s tough to impress your other half, wait until you hear about these starry-eyed species. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we’d like to share some of the beautiful and bizarre ways our local wildlife says ‘I love you’.
Heart beats
The snipe is a winter visitor, usually be found on wet grassland and marshes. During the breeding season it makes a distinctive ‘drumming’ sound to attract a mate, which can be heard as the male performs an aerial courtship display. The snipe doesn’t drum against an object or make the sound by calling – it is actually the result of its tail feathers vibrating in the wind!
Dance-off for dominance
During the mating season the male adder will dance for dominance. Although it is often mistaken for a courtship ritual, this dance is a show of strength that typically occurs between two or more males. It is known as the ‘dance of the adders’ and it is easy to see why - the intricate interlacing, twisting and rolling as they wrestle is almost hypnotic.
Tough love
In early spring you may spot hares batting at one another with furious, furry fists. While this strange ritual may look like a hostile feud, it is actually a precursor to courtship. The pugilists are usually the females, who fend off amorous male admirers by boxing with them. It is also thought that female hares use this technique to test the strength of their prospective partner before deciding whether to choose him as a mate.
Dress to impress
The common cuttlefish is a ghostly predator that drifts silently beneath the surface of our local seas.
It can quickly change colour to merge into its background, which helps it ambush prey and attract potential mates.
During mating season males put on a vibrant colour show to attract females, passing pulses of colour rapidly along their bodies.
To find out more about our amazing local wildlife, visit hiwwt.org.uk


thedailyecho--2020-02-09--IKEA introduces £1 cooked breakfast

IKEA introduces £1 cooked breakfast

TRIPS to IKEA just got a whole lot better because the Swedish furniture giant is offering a £1 breakfast throughout @ @ @ @ @ six-item cooked breakfast includes one sausage , a rasher of bacon , an omelette , @ @ @ @ @ beans and grilled tomato .
It is on offer until 11am with the catch being @ @ @ @ @ claimed on week days until March 27 .

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thedailyecho--2020-02-09--Gardening: What to prune now (and what to avoid pruning)

Do n't lose a mass of flowers by pruning your prized shrubs at the wrong time .
Hannah Stephenson looks at what to prune now , and what can wait ...
It 's almost time for plants to start back into life , when gardeners dust off their secateurs to get their prized shrubs and trees into shape .
New buds are usually clearly visible by the end of February , and it 's best to finish winter pruning before the spring growth really gets underway .
But it can be confusing for newcomer gardeners to know which plants to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ start snipping at the wrong time , you could end up losing a load of this season 's flowers .
So , here 's a quick guide to take you through the key points ... What to prune now The general rule of thumb is that if your shrubs are deciduous and flower from late summer to autumn , then you can prune them in spring .
Before new spring growth starts , you can tidy up some woody plants , pruning broken stems which are rubbing up against each other , taking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a main stem , and generally getting shrubs back into shape while they are leafless .
Plants including Buddleia davidii , potentilla , fuchsia , dogwood and wisteria can be tidied up now .
Buddleia davidii is a vigorous shrub , which will come back stronger , so you can cut the stems down to 20cm high .
Cut back old wood hard - old wood looks rougher and darker - to a low bud to encourage strong new growth which will bear flowers in the same year .
This glorious climbing shrub @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of houses during the summer months , needs pruning twice a year - once at the end of summer and again in late winter .
Cut back last season 's long sideshoots to two or three buds .
This process produces spurs , which allow the fatter buds to remain and bear larger flowers .
It 's also a good time to tidy the plant up generally , removing wispy growths , says the RHS .
Dogwood , which is grown for its colourful winter stems , can be cut down to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and encourage many new colourful stems for next winter .
In milder areas , start to tidy up bush roses , removing thin shoots and dead , diseased and dying stems .
But if the weather is really cold , wait until next month .
Timing can depend on where you live .
If you 're in a really cold area , leave hard pruning until March , as pruning stimulates growth and any resulting young leaves may be damaged by frost .
You can also prune large-flowering clematis ( group 3 ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as C. 'Jackmanii ' and 'Etoile Violette ' , which flower in late summer , cutting the stems back down to 30cm ( 12in ) to promote good growth .
Prune to a 'nodal point ' , just above a pair of leaves or buds , where the cut is more likely to heal .
If you cut where there are n't buds , you could end up with fungal infections and die-back .
You can also tackle winter-flowering jasmine , untangling the strands and cutting out dead , diseased and damaged stems @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for next year , tie in new stems to the support system and trim back the sideshoots to within about 5cm ( 2in ) of the main stem .
What not to prune now Avoid pruning shrubs whose flowers are produced on shoots which developed in the previous growing season .
The flowering shoots should be cut as soon as they have finished flowering , to allow new shoots to form .
These include spring and early summer-flowering shrubs such as forsythia , which blooms in March and April , weigela , kerria @ @ @ @ @ @ @ While it 's still cold enough , you can renewal-prune overgrown shrubs but do n't go mad .
Just take it in stages , removing some of the oldest branches each winter so that the plant will slowly rejuvenate , replacing those old branches with new ones over time .
Within a few years , your shrub should have been revitalised with strong , healthy young growth .

It's almost time for plants to start back into life, when gardeners dust off their secateurs to get their prized shrubs and trees into shape.
New buds are usually clearly visible by the end of February, and it's best to finish winter pruning before the spring growth really gets underway.
But it can be confusing for newcomer gardeners to know which plants to prune when, especially as if you start snipping at the wrong time, you could end up losing a load of this season's flowers.
So, here's a quick guide to take you through the key points...
What to prune now
The general rule of thumb is that if your shrubs are deciduous and flower from late summer to autumn, then you can prune them in spring.
Before new spring growth starts, you can tidy up some woody plants, pruning broken stems which are rubbing up against each other, taking them back to a healthy bud or a main stem, and generally getting shrubs back into shape while they are leafless.
Plants including Buddleia davidii, potentilla, fuchsia, dogwood and wisteria can be tidied up now. Buddleia davidii is a vigorous shrub, which will come back stronger, so you can cut the stems down to 20cm high.
Cut back old wood hard - old wood looks rougher and darker - to a low bud to encourage strong new growth which will bear flowers in the same year.
Cut back wisteria
This glorious climbing shrub, whose purple flowers adorn the walls of houses during the summer months, needs pruning twice a year - once at the end of summer and again in late winter.
Cut back last season's long sideshoots to two or three buds. This process produces spurs, which allow the fatter buds to remain and bear larger flowers. It's also a good time to tidy the plant up generally, removing wispy growths, says the RHS.
Deal with dogwood
Dogwood, which is grown for its colourful winter stems, can be cut down to the ground. This will re-energise the plant and encourage many new colourful stems for next winter.
Watch the weather
In milder areas, start to tidy up bush roses, removing thin shoots and dead, diseased and dying stems. But if the weather is really cold, wait until next month.
Timing can depend on where you live. If you're in a really cold area, leave hard pruning until March, as pruning stimulates growth and any resulting young leaves may be damaged by frost.
Cut certain clematis
You can also prune large-flowering clematis (group 3) such as Clematis viticella and hybrids such as C. 'Jackmanii' and 'Etoile Violette', which flower in late summer, cutting the stems back down to 30cm (12in) to promote good growth.
Prune to a 'nodal point', just above a pair of leaves or buds, where the cut is more likely to heal. If you cut where there aren't buds, you could end up with fungal infections and die-back.
You can also tackle winter-flowering jasmine, untangling the strands and cutting out dead, diseased and damaged stems. To give it a sound framework for next year, tie in new stems to the support system and trim back the sideshoots to within about 5cm (2in) of the main stem.
What not to prune now
Avoid pruning shrubs whose flowers are produced on shoots which developed in the previous growing season. The flowering shoots should be cut as soon as they have finished flowering, to allow new shoots to form.
These include spring and early summer-flowering shrubs such as forsythia, which blooms in March and April, weigela, kerria and philadelphus (mock orange).
Help overgrown shrubs feel better
While it's still cold enough, you can renewal-prune overgrown shrubs but don't go mad. Just take it in stages, removing some of the oldest branches each winter so that the plant will slowly rejuvenate, replacing those old branches with new ones over time. Within a few years, your shrub should have been revitalised with strong, healthy young growth.