thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Children’s hospital will still get a magical Christmas

CHILDREN at Southampton Hospital will still get a magical Christmas thanks to charity .
Restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic has meant that the ‘ Give a Gift ’ Southampton charity can not visit the hospital children ’ s ward this year but the team are still determined to give the kids presents .
Founded by Jodie and Paul Brough in 2012 , the team fundraise to donate gifts for Southampton Hospital Charity and the Families of Ocean Ward charity .
COVID restrictions means Santa will not be allowed to visit the ward this year .
Instead , the pair @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that the ward ’ s nurses can show the children on Christmas Day .
On November 21 and 22 the charity are also hosting a virtual concert on Facebook to help raise funds , with sponsorship from community radio station Voice FM .
Jodie said : “ I ’ m really disappointed we can not visit .
`` It ’ s the one thing I really look forward to every year .
`` We have suffered this year with not as many donations as normal .
“ Being in hospital at Christmas and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ just going to make it more upsetting for the kids .
`` It was really important to me that we still manage to do something to put a smile on their faces .
You know how much of difference you are making .
`` They get so excited but it is heartbreaking . ''
Jodie ’ s husband Paul , who plays Santa , spent time on the ward as a child himself and knows how difficult in can feel .
He said : “ Every year is equally heart-warming and heart-breaking .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ them so sick and mostly away from their families at what should be a fun time when you ’ re a child .
`` There is always one that catches my heart and those children are the ones that keep me doing this year on year .
”

Restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic has meant that the ‘Give a Gift’ Southampton charity cannot visit the hospital children’s ward this year but the team are still determined to give the kids presents.
Founded by Jodie and Paul Brough in 2012, the team fundraise to donate gifts for Southampton Hospital Charity and the Families of Ocean Ward charity.
COVID restrictions means Santa will not be allowed to visit the ward this year.
Instead, the pair are planning to record videos of Santa that the ward’s nurses can show the children on Christmas Day.
On November 21 and 22 the charity are also hosting a virtual concert on Facebook to help raise funds, with sponsorship from community radio station Voice FM.
Jodie said: “I’m really disappointed we cannot visit.
"It’s the one thing I really look forward to every year.
"We have suffered this year with not as many donations as normal.
“Being in hospital at Christmas and you can’t see Santa is just going to make it more upsetting for the kids.
"It was really important to me that we still manage to do something to put a smile on their faces. You know how much of difference you are making.
"They get so excited but it is heartbreaking."
Jodie’s husband Paul, who plays Santa, spent time on the ward as a child himself and knows how difficult in can feel.
He said: “Every year is equally heart-warming and heart-breaking.
"It’s hard to see them so sick and mostly away from their families at what should be a fun time when you’re a child.
"There is always one that catches my heart and those children are the ones that keep me doing this year on year.”
Support and donate at giveagiftsouthampton.com


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Poppy Appeal to benefit from Southampton schoolgirls fundraising

PUPILS have been honouring those who have served and sacrificed their lives in conflicts in classrooms across Hampshire in the run up to Remembrance Day this week .
But one Southampton schoolgirl has found a more practical way to support the Royal British Legion 's Poppy Appeal , which is set to lose out on millions of pounds of donations this year due to Covid .
Poppy Menzies , a Year 2 pupil at Foundry Lane Primary School in Shirley , has been busy selling poppies to family , friends and classmates , raising an impressive £261.35 in the process @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by her namesake appeal .
And , when she heard it would struggle this year due to poppy sellers being unable to take to the streets and fundraising locations like pubs and cafes being closed during lockdown as well as fundraising events being cancelled , she asked her parents what she could do to help .
Teachers at Poppy 's school were among those keen to buy the 'poppies in the post ' she had been sent by the Royal British Legion .
Lots of people purchasing Poppy 's poppies had found them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Posting on the school 's social media account , a spokesman said : `` Well done Poppy , we are so proud of you .
You have shown true Foundry Lane spirit and values . ''
Through the Poppy Appeal , the Royal British Legion provide support for members of the Royal Navy , British Army , Royal Air Force , veterans and their families .
Poppies are used to remember those who have given their lives in battle because they are the flowers which grew on the battlefields of France and @ @ @ @ @ @ @

But one Southampton schoolgirl has found a more practical way to support the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal, which is set to lose out on millions of pounds of donations this year due to Covid.
Poppy Menzies, a Year 2 pupil at Foundry Lane Primary School in Shirley, has been busy selling poppies to family, friends and classmates, raising an impressive £261.35 in the process.
The six-year-old has always been fascinated by her namesake appeal. And, when she heard it would struggle this year due to poppy sellers being unable to take to the streets and fundraising locations like pubs and cafes being closed during lockdown as well as fundraising events being cancelled, she asked her parents what she could do to help.
Teachers at Poppy's school were among those keen to buy the 'poppies in the post' she had been sent by the Royal British Legion. Lots of people purchasing Poppy's poppies had found them difficult to source in more traditional ways.
Posting on the school's social media account, a spokesman said: "Well done Poppy, we are so proud of you. You have shown true Foundry Lane spirit and values."
Through the Poppy Appeal, the Royal British Legion provide support for members of the Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Air Force, veterans and their families.
Poppies are used to remember those who have given their lives in battle because they are the flowers which grew on the battlefields of France and Belgium after World War One ended.


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Kingsland Community Centre transformed into foodbank

A community centre in the Kingsland area of Southampton is being put to good use as a foodbank for struggling locals , with nearly 600 people receiving donations in the last four sessions .
Organisers said around 20 new people per week have been lining up to collect donations .
Addiction recovery support group G.E.M.S has been giving out food donations from St Mary ’ s Street and James Street every Tuesday and Friday to those in need since the beginning of lockdown .
United with a shared community spirit , the group teamed up with community group St Mary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Community Centre on Broad Green on October 27th .
The centre is now being used as a foodbank with the permission of Kingsland Residents Community Association and West Itchen Community Trust , who own the building .
• Grant to help those hit by Covid pandemic in Southampton The service is open to residents of Kingsland and St Mary ’ s on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10.30am to 11.30am to collect free food donated by nearby businesses and charities including Iceland , Co-op , Greggs , Fareshare , Basic Banks and Grace 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people isolating due to COVID and delivered by Christian group Love Southampton .
Community Link Co-ordinator for St Mary 's and Kingsland ’ s Community Action Group ( SKCAG ) , Julie Stoddart said : “ The centre hasn ’ t been used for six months , so the service is bringing the whole community centre back to life .
“ We ’ ve fed 588 people in the last four sessions that we ’ ve done , so there ’ s a huge need.
” “ People often have to queue for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wet weather so they ’ re very desperate to get the food.
” The rent for the building is currently provided by grants from People ’ s Health Trust and a large fridge-freezer to store fresh produce was donated by West Quay Giving Back Grant .
Free help and advice on issues such as benefits , debt and addiction support is provided at the sessions by SKCAG .
People accessing the service are required to bring their own bags , wear masks and respect social distancing .
Following a visit to the centre @ @ @ @ @ @ @ MP for Southampton Itchen said : “ I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Kingsland Community Centre to watch first-hand how the excellent volunteers are looking after those less fortunate .
“ It was so well organised and they supplied over 70 families with food parcels including delivering to people isolating or unable to attend .
“ I thank them all for their commitment and dedication.
” The volunteer group is currently looking for donations and volunteers , particularly those with a van to help deliver food to people in isolation .

Organisers said around 20 new people per week have been lining up to collect donations.
Addiction recovery support group G.E.M.S has been giving out food donations from St Mary’s Street and James Street every Tuesday and Friday to those in need since the beginning of lockdown.
United with a shared community spirit, the group teamed up with community group St Mary's Local Conversation and moved to Kingsland Community Centre on Broad Green on October 27th.
The centre is now being used as a foodbank with the permission of Kingsland Residents Community Association and West Itchen Community Trust, who own the building.
The service is open to residents of Kingsland and St Mary’s on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10.30am to 11.30am to collect free food donated by nearby businesses and charities including Iceland, Co-op, Greggs, Fareshare, Basic Banks and Grace's Kitchen.
Packages are also prepared for people isolating due to COVID and delivered by Christian group Love Southampton.
Community Link Co-ordinator for St Mary's and Kingsland’s Community Action Group (SKCAG), Julie Stoddart said: “The centre hasn’t been used for six months, so the service is bringing the whole community centre back to life.
“We’ve fed 588 people in the last four sessions that we’ve done, so there’s a huge need.”
“People often have to queue for 20 or 30 minutes in cold or wet weather so they’re very desperate to get the food.”
The rent for the building is currently provided by grants from People’s Health Trust and a large fridge-freezer to store fresh produce was donated by West Quay Giving Back Grant.
Free help and advice on issues such as benefits, debt and addiction support is provided at the sessions by SKCAG.
People accessing the service are required to bring their own bags, wear masks and respect social distancing.
Following a visit to the centre on Friday, Royston Smith, Conservative MP for Southampton Itchen said: “I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Kingsland Community Centre to watch first-hand how the excellent volunteers are looking after those less fortunate.
“It was so well organised and they supplied over 70 families with food parcels including delivering to people isolating or unable to attend.
“I thank them all for their commitment and dedication.”
The volunteer group is currently looking for donations and volunteers, particularly those with a van to help deliver food to people in isolation.


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Union for disabled people set up in Chandler's Ford

A UNION for disabled people has now launched , which is the first of its kind .
'The Disability Union ' , based in Chandler 's Ford is aiming to give a national voice to people with disabilities as well as supporting them with day to day struggles .
The organisation launched on Monday , coinciding with the 25th anniversary of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 .
Since the launch it has been supporting and advising people with disabilities via phone calls and email .
In the future however , founders say they would like to hold face to face @ @ @ @ @ @ @ moment due to coronavirus restrictions .
It is the idea of disabled campaigner George Baker who co-founded the union with his close friend Joel Jordan .
George , who has Congenital Muscular Dystrophy .
said he aspires to create the first `` democratic and campaigning union which fights for disabled people in the workplace , in the social care system and in society at large .
`` There are amazing disabled people and disabled people ’ s organisations , all over the country doing incredible things .
`` Our mission is to connect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s rights because we are stronger together.
” In the short time since the union began operating it has secured a grant from Learning Disability England to provide support during Coronavirus , as well as helping people avoid unlawful eviction , secure accessible housing , successfully fight benefit appeals , and instigate legal action around disability discrimination .
The union is working with and being supported by other disability organisations such as Disability Horizons , Access Your Life , Evenbreak , LiveYou and gained the support of prominent campaigners .
Co-founder Joel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people are more marginalised than ever , Coronavirus has made this impossible to ignore with 59 % of covid-related deaths being disabled people .
`` We want to revive and restore the spirit of possibility and activism that allowed disabled people to fight for the Disability Discrimination Act .
”

'The Disability Union', based in Chandler's Ford is aiming to give a national voice to people with disabilities as well as supporting them with day to day struggles.
The organisation launched on Monday, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995.
Since the launch it has been supporting and advising people with disabilities via phone calls and email.
In the future however, founders say they would like to hold face to face meetings, something not possible at the moment due to coronavirus restrictions.
It is the idea of disabled campaigner George Baker who co-founded the union with his close friend Joel Jordan.
George, who has Congenital Muscular Dystrophy. said he aspires to create the first "democratic and campaigning union which fights for disabled people in the workplace, in the social care system and in society at large.
"There are amazing disabled people and disabled people’s organisations, all over the country doing incredible things.
"Our mission is to connect everyone who is fighting for disabled people’s rights because we are stronger together.”
In the short time since the union began operating it has secured a grant from Learning Disability England to provide support during Coronavirus, as well as helping people avoid unlawful eviction, secure accessible housing, successfully fight benefit appeals, and instigate legal action around disability discrimination.
The union is working with and being supported by other disability organisations such as Disability Horizons, Access Your Life, Evenbreak, LiveYou and gained the support of prominent campaigners.
Co-founder Joel said: “In many ways disabled people are more marginalised than ever, Coronavirus has made this impossible to ignore with 59% of covid-related deaths being disabled people.
"We want to revive and restore the spirit of possibility and activism that allowed disabled people to fight for the Disability Discrimination Act.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Plan to turn Southampton home into HMO

Plan to turn Southampton home into HMO

A SOUTHAMPTON home could be turned into shared accommodation should plans be approved by civic chiefs .
Plans to turn @ @ @ @ @ Road into a House of Multiple Occupations have been submitted to Southampton City Council .
@ @ @ @ @ three bedrooms with a shared kitchen and lounge area .
The property will also have @ @ @ @ @ but no car parking spaces .
As well as this , there will be multiple @ @ @ @ @ .
A decision on the plans is yet to be made by the City Council @

Plans to turn a family home on Lyon Road into a House of Multiple Occupations have been submitted to Southampton City Council.
The proposals detail plans for three bedrooms with a shared kitchen and lounge area.
The property will also have three spaces for bicycles, but no car parking spaces.
As well as this, there will be multiple bin storage on the site.
A decision on the plans is yet to be made by the City Council.


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Chandler's Ford nursery to appear on Children in Need

A NURSERY is set to appear on BBC Children in Need as it holds fundraising events throughout the week .
Yellow Dot Nursery in Chandler 's Ford has been asked to appear on the show for its contribution with past fundraising activities as well as its programme of activities happening this week .
Throughout the week , staff have prepared a range of activities for the children to get involved with including a mini Olympics , a staff planking challenge , a walk around the village in fancy dress and a van wash. Children are also able to get involved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is also being hosted at the end of the week .
All money raised is due to go to Children in Need , the televised appeal show that helps to ensure 'every child in the UK is safe , happy , secure and has the opportunities they need to reach their potential ' .
The nursery is run by Bright Horizons and currently has about 60 children attending from 4 months up to school age .
Events organiser at the nursery , Chloe Wright said : `` We 've been planning to do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Due to Covid , we 're not allowed to mix bubbles so we have had to think outside the box on what we can do , but still make sure each childs is able to get involved .
`` We 're not aiming to raise a certain amount , but just want to raise as much as we can and looking for anything anybody is able to give really .
`` I 'm really positive about the fundraising event and it 's something that the staff and children are able to look @ @ @ @ @ @ @ distancing measures have been taken to make sure all activities are completed safely .
A collection box has been set up outside the nursery for parents and members of the community to donate .

Yellow Dot Nursery in Chandler's Ford has been asked to appear on the show for its contribution with past fundraising activities as well as its programme of activities happening this week.
Throughout the week, staff have prepared a range of activities for the children to get involved with including a mini Olympics, a staff planking challenge, a walk around the village in fancy dress and a van wash.
Children are also able to get involved with a reading challenge and a raffle is also being hosted at the end of the week.
All money raised is due to go to Children in Need, the televised appeal show that helps to ensure 'every child in the UK is safe, happy, secure and has the opportunities they need to reach their potential'.
The nursery is run by Bright Horizons and currently has about 60 children attending from 4 months up to school age.
Events organiser at the nursery, Chloe Wright said: "We've been planning to do this for about a month now.
"Due to Covid, we're not allowed to mix bubbles so we have had to think outside the box on what we can do, but still make sure each childs is able to get involved.
"We're not aiming to raise a certain amount, but just want to raise as much as we can and looking for anything anybody is able to give really.
"I'm really positive about the fundraising event and it's something that the staff and children are able to look forward to as well."
Social distancing measures have been taken to make sure all activities are completed safely.
A collection box has been set up outside the nursery for parents and members of the community to donate.


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--LETTER - I'm only person in family who's never met Joe Biden

With Joe Biden as President Elect and Kamala Harris as the Vice President Elect , I have been able to exhale after holding my breath for four years .
As former State of Delaware residents , my wife and I have a personal connection with the President Elect .
It seems odd now that I am the only person in my family and circle of friends who has never met Joe .
I 'm sorry in Delaware we only know him as Joe .
Because in Delaware if someone starts a conversation with , `` I was in the Mass @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Joe said ... '' , you knew who they were talking about .
The last four years have been very hard on me watching American democracy attacked from within and the republic erode .
My family fought in the war of American Independence and I served to preserve that American democracy .
I can think of no man more qualified , equipped with human dignity , and right to heal the country .
My wife and I relocated and settled in Hamble-le-Rice this year to be close to our daughter who lives in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from fully immersing our selves in the community .
I look forward to being able to converse with those I greet with : `` Good morning . ''
along the Hamble Rail Trail when I jog by in the morning .
I can say this with confidence now : We have a great future on the horizon .

As former State of Delaware residents, my wife and I have a personal connection with the President Elect.
It seems odd now that I am the only person in my family and circle of friends who has never met Joe.
I'm sorry in Delaware we only know him as Joe.
Because in Delaware if someone starts a conversation with, "I was in the Mass (or in the store) and Joe said...", you knew who they were talking about.
The last four years have been very hard on me watching American democracy attacked from within and the republic erode.
My family fought in the war of American Independence and I served to preserve that American democracy.
I can think of no man more qualified, equipped with human dignity, and right to heal the country.
My wife and I relocated and settled in Hamble-le-Rice this year to be close to our daughter who lives in London.
The pandemic has kept us from fully immersing our selves in the community.
What a great place to live.
I look forward to being able to converse with those I greet with: "Good morning." along the Hamble Rail Trail when I jog by in the morning.
I can say this with confidence now: We have a great future on the horizon.
Stay Safe,
Capt Rob Wagner
Hamble


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--LETTER- Why do troops to carry out Covid tests in Liverpool?

I have no doubt in the integrity of our armed forces .
I do have concerns with our present Conservative government 's scant regard for our nation 's democracy .
Illegally proroguing parliament and shutting down our democratic system for months , bringing in legislation to break international law and sticking two fingers up at the nation 's highest law court when found guilty on all counts .
This spells in my view the behaviour of a tinpot junta .
We now have two thousand troops in the streets of Liverpool handing out Covid test kits and performing nasal and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has many thousands of fully qualified and able citizens sitting under lockdown conditions perfectly capable of carrying out all these functions and so does the city of Southampton .
I urge our city leaders to reject the offer of government military forces in our city streets and make preparations to do the job ourselves with civilians .
The other advantage of keeping adequate troops in the barracks is the very likely possibility of a no deal Brexit chaos exploding in the Tory government 's face .
They will certainly need them to prevent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 10 's doors .
I will be certainly among them .
At the front preferably .

I do have concerns with our present Conservative government's scant regard for our nation's democracy.
Illegally proroguing parliament and shutting down our democratic system for months, bringing in legislation to break international law and sticking two fingers up at the nation's highest law court when found guilty on all counts.
This spells in my view the behaviour of a tinpot junta.
We now have two thousand troops in the streets of Liverpool handing out Covid test kits and performing nasal and throat swab tests. Why?
Liverpool has many thousands of fully qualified and able citizens sitting under lockdown conditions perfectly capable of carrying out all these functions and so does the city of Southampton.
I urge our city leaders to reject the offer of government military forces in our city streets and make preparations to do the job ourselves with civilians.
The other advantage of keeping adequate troops in the barracks is the very likely possibility of a no deal Brexit chaos exploding in the Tory government's face.
They will certainly need them to prevent public protest hammering on parliaments and no 10's doors. I will be certainly among them. At the front preferably.
PETER SOWERBY
Through website


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--LETTER - Being Reality TV star wasn't enough for Donald Trump

PRESIDENT Trump will be one of the few presidents to not get a second term and his denial of the @ @ @ @ @ reason he lost .
His rally 's where he did not ensure Covid safety measures @ @ @ @ @ total disregard of the reality of the situation where his country has the highest Covid @ @ @ @ @ .
Being a reality TV star is not enough training for the biggest job in @ @ @ @ @ end the American people had had enough of Mr Trump and voted him out .

His rally's where he did not ensure Covid safety measures were an example of his total disregard of the reality of the situation where his country has the highest Covid death toll in the world.
Being a reality TV star is not enough training for the biggest job in the world.
In the end the American people had had enough of Mr Trump and voted him out.
Paddy Maxwell
Lordshill


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Southampton charity supporting artists through pandemic

A CHARITY is set to provide support to help artists survive the pandemic .
Southampton based , ' A space @ @ @ @ @ present a workshop to artists to help them apply for funding from national development agency @ @ @ @ @ The event will encourage visual artists within SO postcodes to apply for National Lottery Project @ @ @ @ @ Practice grants .
Both funding streams have been widened in a bid to help artists @ @ @ @ @ as a result of pandemic .
Creative Programme Officer at ‘ a space ’ arts @ @ @ @ @ As Southampton gets ready to present its City of Culture bid , now is a @ @ @ @ @ plan projects and apply for funding .
`` We know that artists have ambitious visions @ @ @ @ @ we are keen to support them in getting the money they need.
” The event @ @ @ @ @ on Zoom .

Southampton based, 'A space' arts is planning to present a workshop to artists to help them apply for funding from national development agency, Arts Council England.
The event will encourage visual artists within SO postcodes to apply for National Lottery Project Grants and Developing Your Creative Practice grants.
Both funding streams have been widened in a bid to help artists whose income may have suffered as a result of pandemic.
Creative Programme Officer at ‘a space’ arts Alys Scott-Hawkins said: "As Southampton gets ready to present its City of Culture bid, now is a great time for artists to plan projects and apply for funding.
"We know that artists have ambitious visions for the future, and we are keen to support them in getting the money they need.”
The event takes place on December 8 on Zoom.


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Albert Road Cemetery in Hedge End receives Green Flag award

A CEMETERY has received a national Green Flag award for the eleventh year in a row .
Albert Road Cemetery @ @ @ @ @ the award that recognises well managed parks and green spaces , setting the benchmark standard @ @ @ @ @ outdoor spaces across the country .
The Cemetery is administered by Hedge End Town Council @ @ @ @ @ and Amenities Committee .
The Cemetery provides views across to Portsdown Hill and on a @ @ @ @ @ is even visible .
Town council staff carry out the grounds maintenance on the site @ @ @ @ @ , ensuring that each one receives 'care and craftsmanship ' and helps maintain the overall @ @ @ @ @ A council spokesperson said the award `` helps enhance the environmental , ecological , bio-diversity @ @ @ @ @ site and emphasise the value of its future and heritage . ''

Albert Road Cemetery in Hedge End has received the award that recognises well managed parks and green spaces, setting the benchmark standard for the management of recreational outdoor spaces across the country.
The Cemetery is administered by Hedge End Town Council and represented under the Recreation and Amenities Committee.
The Cemetery provides views across to Portsdown Hill and on a clear day the Spinnaker Tower is even visible.
Town council staff carry out the grounds maintenance on the site as well as dig graves, ensuring that each one receives 'care and craftsmanship' and helps maintain the overall standard of the site.
A council spokesperson said the award "helps enhance the environmental, ecological, bio-diversity and conservation qualities of this site and emphasise the value of its future and heritage."


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Eastleigh man selected for University honours list

An Eastleigh man has been selected as a finalist in a Universities '30 under 30 ' list .
Bournemouth Universities Alumni Relations Team put out a call to find the brightest young graduates ( aged 29 and under ) for their inaugural 30 under 30 campaign .
Nathaniel Hawley , 29 , who is from Eastleigh and previously studied at both Eastleigh College and Barton Perveril Sixth Form College , was selected for the list from thousands of students for his high standards of innovation , creativity , impact and sustainability .
Nathaniel works as a neurodiversity champion and advocates @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as autism , which has led to him being nominated for a Pride of Britain Award and recognised by The Prince of Wales .
Helped and inspired by the support he received while at University , he became a social-entrepreneur , workforce development trainer and neurodiversity media expert , working with media outlets including the BBC and Universal Music .
Through his role as Head of Community at a social enterprise Exceptional Individuals , he has established partnerships across broadcast , law , education , and the third sector to offer neurodivergent young @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a trustee for two charities , founder of a global youth project and recently a partner at Forbes Ignite .
He said : `` I 'm very grateful to be selected because it gives a stronger platform for neurodiversity .
`` I found out by email and I was a bit surprised as I graduated back in 2014 .
`` The learning support team at the university are second to none and they really inspired me to get to where I am today . ''
The final line-up in the list represents a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of sectors including health , marketing and advertising , journalism and finance .

Bournemouth Universities Alumni Relations Team put out a call to find the brightest young graduates (aged 29 and under) for their inaugural 30 under 30 campaign.
Nathaniel Hawley, 29, who is from Eastleigh and previously studied at both Eastleigh College and Barton Perveril Sixth Form College, was selected for the list from thousands of students for his high standards of innovation, creativity, impact and sustainability.
Nathaniel works as a neurodiversity champion and advocates for people with learning differences, such as autism, which has led to him being nominated for a Pride of Britain Award and recognised by The Prince of Wales.
Helped and inspired by the support he received while at University, he became a social-entrepreneur, workforce development trainer and neurodiversity media expert, working with media outlets including the BBC and Universal Music.
Through his role as Head of Community at a social enterprise Exceptional Individuals, he has established partnerships across broadcast, law, education, and the third sector to offer neurodivergent young people greater opportunities.
He is also a trustee for two charities, founder of a global youth project and recently a partner at Forbes Ignite.
He said: "I'm very grateful to be selected because it gives a stronger platform for neurodiversity.
"I found out by email and I was a bit surprised as I graduated back in 2014.
"The learning support team at the university are second to none and they really inspired me to get to where I am today."
The final line-up in the list represents a wealth of talent across a diverse range of sectors including health, marketing and advertising, journalism and finance.


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Rewards for sharing unused mobile data through app Aloha

A NEW app will pay people for sharing their unused mobile phone data – while others surf the web for free .
Aloha Open Wi-Fi , which is launching in the Bournemouth , Poole and Southampton areas , already has 100,000 users registered .
Two-thirds of mobile phone users do not use all their data each month – and Aloha Open Wi-Fi links them with those who find themselves unable to get online when on the move .
Aloha ’ s 52-year-old chief executive Martin Regan , from Poole , said : “ In a short time , people will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are with WhatsApp today.
” He added : “ Globally , 3.5 billion people carry smartphones , yet on a daily basis 76 per cent of us find ourselves in the position where we can not get online due to reasons like no public Wi-Fi , unknown passwords or we have just run out of credit .
“ Conversely , 67 per cent of smartphone users do not use all of the data allocated to them each month .
They pay for it , but do not use it .
“ Aloha is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ app allows smartphone users to share their unused data in exchange for payment .
The data is shared to create a peer-to-peer , free to access Wi-Fi hotspot that is available for everyone that needs it , so that no one will ever be denied access to the web again.
” The app works by users creating a barrier-free ‘ host hotspot ’ .
Hosts are rewarded with loyalty points called Aloha Bucks , which they can spend in cafes , restaurants and businesses , or exchange for cash or cryptocurrency .
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will also be able to spend their ‘ bucks ’ on the Aloha Marketplace , which will host top retailers such as Amazon , ASOS and Skyscanner .
The launch follows research among 18-35-year-olds which found 100 per cent would use the app and 78 per cent said they would use it to trade and learn about crypto trading .
Businesses such as bars and restaurants can install an Aloha Hotspot Router and earn payments by giving guests free Wi-Fi and accepting Aloha Bucks as payment .
Aloha makes revenue from businesses advertising @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an audience by region , age and interests using a message portal which sends push notifications to the audience ’ s smartphones .

Aloha Open Wi-Fi, which is launching in the Bournemouth, Poole and Southampton areas, already has 100,000 users registered.
Two-thirds of mobile phone users do not use all their data each month – and Aloha Open Wi-Fi links them with those who find themselves unable to get online when on the move.
Aloha’s 52-year-old chief executive Martin Regan, from Poole, said: “In a short time, people will be as familiar with Aloha as they are with WhatsApp today.”
He added: “Globally, 3.5 billion people carry smartphones, yet on a daily basis 76 per cent of us find ourselves in the position where we cannot get online due to reasons like no public Wi-Fi, unknown passwords or we have just run out of credit.
“Conversely, 67 per cent of smartphone users do not use all of the data allocated to them each month. They pay for it, but do not use it.
“Aloha is the solution to both problems; the app allows smartphone users to share their unused data in exchange for payment. The data is shared to create a peer-to-peer, free to access Wi-Fi hotspot that is available for everyone that needs it, so that no one will ever be denied access to the web again.”
The app works by users creating a barrier-free ‘host hotspot’. Hosts are rewarded with loyalty points called Aloha Bucks, which they can spend in cafes, restaurants and businesses, or exchange for cash or cryptocurrency. In the near future, Aloha says they will also be able to spend their ‘bucks’ on the Aloha Marketplace, which will host top retailers such as Amazon, ASOS and Skyscanner.
The launch follows research among 18-35-year-olds which found 100 per cent would use the app and 78 per cent said they would use it to trade and learn about crypto trading.
Businesses such as bars and restaurants can install an Aloha Hotspot Router and earn payments by giving guests free Wi-Fi and accepting Aloha Bucks as payment.
Aloha makes revenue from businesses advertising to its community. They can target an audience by region, age and interests using a message portal which sends push notifications to the audience’s smartphones.


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Eastleigh College promotes online courses during pandemic

A COLLEGE believes online learning is going to be 'pivotal ' as individuals and employers rebuild jobs and businesses .
@ @ @ @ @ 'significant increase ' in enrolment on its online courses throughout lockdown .
Demand for technical @ @ @ @ @ gone up by a third between March and August 2020 compared to the previous year @ @ @ @ @ Coventry claimed he is not surprised by this rise in demand given the amount of @ @ @ @ @ due to Covid .
He said : `` Digital courses were a popular choice for @ @ @ @ @ time wisely while being furloughed or working reduced hours .
“ For others completing an @ @ @ @ @ stepping stone towards starting a completely new career path , and we ’ ve also @ @ @ @ @ training for their employees .
`` We have reacted to the high demand for online @ @ @ @ @ employment or currently unemployed and looking to boost their skill set , increase their productivity @ @ @ @ @ qualification to help secure their dream job .
”

Eastleigh College has seen a 'significant increase' in enrolment on its online courses throughout lockdown.
Demand for technical courses are said to have gone up by a third between March and August 2020 compared to the previous year.
College vice principal Darren Coventry claimed he is not surprised by this rise in demand given the amount of uncertainty and job losses happening due to Covid.
He said: "Digital courses were a popular choice for those wanting to utilise their time wisely while being furloughed or working reduced hours.
“For others completing an online course is an essential stepping stone towards starting a completely new career path, and we’ve also supported businesses by providing online training for their employees.
"We have reacted to the high demand for online professional courses for those in employment or currently unemployed and looking to boost their skill set, increase their productivity or gain an industry recognised qualification to help secure their dream job.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--LETTER - Labour should not assume Joe Biden is one of them

Do n't allow the Labour Party here assume that Joe Biden , the next President of the USA is one @ @ @ @ @ are mainly Liberals .
You could say , they are centre ground .
Rather like @ @ @ @ @ the Liberal Democrats .
Where a slight leaning to the left or right , would @ @ @ @ @ not too extreme .
The US Liberal Democrats support us , the UK , being @ @ @ @ @ , give us also a proper centre ground Liberal Democrat Government .
Rejoin the European @ @ @ @ @ .

The Democrats are mainly Liberals.
You could say, they are centre ground. Rather like, we have here, the Liberal Democrats. Where a slight leaning to the left or right, would be acceptable. But, not too extreme.
The US Liberal Democrats support us, the UK, being in the EU.
My message is simple.
Readers, give us also a proper centre ground Liberal Democrat Government. Rejoin the European Union as soon as possible.
Richard Grant
Burley


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--LETTER - House of Lords and Privy Council should be scrapped

A point about Bob Redman ’ s letter on how we shouldn ’ t call our MP ’ s ‘ @ @ @ @ @ MP ’ s aren ’ t automatically given the title ‘ Right Honourable , ’ @ @ @ @ @ reserved for members of the Privy Council .
This is an appointment for life made @ @ @ @ @ recommendation of the Prime Minister .
Government Ministers , a couple of Archbishops , some @ @ @ @ @ the Royal Family , and a few others join the Rt Hon club .
Old @ @ @ @ @ current President .
And you can find out who else is a Privy Counsellor at @ @ @ @ @ Parliament really should be more modern , and inclusive .
It ’ s not just @ @ @ @ @ that should go .
Unelected institutions such as the House of Lords and the Privy @ @ @ @ @ the history books .

MP’s aren’t automatically given the title ‘Right Honourable,’ it’s a title reserved for members of the Privy Council.
This is an appointment for life made by the Queen on the recommendation of the Prime Minister. Government Ministers, a couple of Archbishops, some Judges, certain members of the Royal Family, and a few others join the Rt Hon club.
Old Etonian Jacob Rees-Mogg is the current President.
And you can find out who else is a Privy Counsellor at: www.privycouncil.independent.gov.uk
In 2020 UK Parliament really should be more modern, and inclusive.
It’s not just the title of Right Honourable that should go.
Unelected institutions such as the House of Lords and the Privy Council should be consigned to the history books.
Jon Walters
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Man suffers serious leg injuries in Southampton wall crush

A MAN has suffered serious leg injuries after being crushed by a wall .
Emergency services scrambled to save a man trapped under a collapsed wall in Southampton .
The man believed to be in his 40s was said to have been doing building work at a home in Basset Wood Drive this morning .
Firefighters were able to pull him from fallen rubble and he was raced to hospital with serious leg injuries .
A spokesperson for South Central Ambulance Service said : `` We received a 999 call at 8.49am with the caller reporting a wall had collapsed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Southampton .
• Emergency rescue after man gets trapped under collapsed roof '' We sent a rapid response vehicle , an ambulance , our Hazardous Area Response Team , the Hampshire & Isle of Wight critical care car and an incident commander to the scene .
The patient was an approximately mid-40s male who had sustained serious leg injuries as a result of the collapse .
`` Once he had been rescued from the rubble with the help of Hampshire Fire & Rescue Service , he received initial emergency treatment from our @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southampton . ''

Emergency services scrambled to save a man trapped under a collapsed wall in Southampton.
The man believed to be in his 40s was said to have been doing building work at a home in Basset Wood Drive this morning.
Firefighters were able to pull him from fallen rubble and he was raced to hospital with serious leg injuries.
A spokesperson for South Central Ambulance Service said: "We received a 999 call at 8.49am with the caller reporting a wall had collapsed on a workman on Bassett Wood Drive, Southampton.
"We sent a rapid response vehicle, an ambulance, our Hazardous Area Response Team, the Hampshire & Isle of Wight critical care car and an incident commander to the scene. The patient was an approximately mid-40s male who had sustained serious leg injuries as a result of the collapse.
"Once he had been rescued from the rubble with the help of Hampshire Fire & Rescue Service, he received initial emergency treatment from our staff before being transported to University Hospital Southampton."


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Three arrests after alcohol stolen from Southampton One Stop

ALCOHOL has been stolen in a burglary at a Southampton corner shop .
The burglary is said to have took @ @ @ @ @ this morning at the One Stop on Kendal Avenue .
Three people have been arrested @ @ @ @ @ .
A man aged 27 , and a woman , aged 30 , both from @ @ @ @ @ suspicion of burglary , theft from a shop and assault .
A man aged 29 @ @ @ @ @ also been arrested on suspicion of burglary .
All three remain in police custody whilst @ @ @ @ @

The burglary is said to have took place between 2am and 3am this morning at the One Stop on Kendal Avenue.
Three people have been arrested in connection to the incident.
A man aged 27, and a woman, aged 30, both from Southampton, were arrested on suspicion of burglary, theft from a shop and assault.
A man aged 29, from Gosport, has also been arrested on suspicion of burglary.
All three remain in police custody whilst police continue their enquiries.


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Motorcyclist rushed to hospital after reported hit and run

A MOTORCYLIST has been rushed to hospital following a reported hit and run accident .
A man in his 20s @ @ @ @ @ crash on Millbrook Road West , Southampton at around 1.30pm today .
The collision is @ @ @ @ @ motorbike and single car .
According to police , the car failed to stop at @ @ @ @ @ of the westbound carriageway were closed as emergency services dealt with the situation .
Motorists @ @ @ @ @ area , however , the route has since reopened .
Anyone with information should call @ @ @ @

A man in his 20s has been hospitalised after a crash on Millbrook Road West, Southampton at around 1.30pm today.
The collision is reported to have involved a motorbike and single car.
According to police, the car failed to stop at the scene.
Two lanes of the westbound carriageway were closed as emergency services dealt with the situation.
Motorists were urged to avoid the area, however, the route has since reopened.
Anyone with information should call police on 101.


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Police close Bullar Road, Southampton, after crash

A PEDESTRIAN is said to be in a critical condition after suffering serious injuries in an accident with a motorbike @ @ @ @ @ Police and South Central Ambulance Service were called to Bullar Road at around 4.30pm today @ @ @ @ @ : `` The pedestrian has been taken to hospital to be treated for serious injuries @ @ @ @ @ reported injuries .
`` A road closure is in place to enable us to deal @ @ @ @ @ South Central Ambulance Service added : `` We received a 999 call at 16:23 with @ @ @ @ @ between a motorbike and a pedestrian on Bullar Road , Southampton .
`` We sent @ @ @ @ @ response vehicles to the scene .
`` The male pedestrian had sustained serious injuries and @ @ @ @ @ in a critical condition to University Hospital Southampton .
`` The rider had sustained minor @ @ @ @ @ to UHS . ''

Police and South Central Ambulance Service were called to Bullar Road at around 4.30pm today.
A police spokesperson said: "The pedestrian has been taken to hospital to be treated for serious injuries and the rider has also reported injuries.
"A road closure is in place to enable us to deal with this incident."
South Central Ambulance Service added: "We received a 999 call at 16:23 with the caller reporting a collision between a motorbike and a pedestrian on Bullar Road, Southampton.
"We sent two ambulances and three rapid response vehicles to the scene.
"The male pedestrian had sustained serious injuries and following initial treatment was taken in a critical condition to University Hospital Southampton.
"The rider had sustained minor injuries and was also taken to UHS."


thedailyecho--2020-11-12--Coronavirus: Three deaths across Hampshire in 24 hours

THREE more people have died with coronavirus in Hampshire over the last day .
Figures published by NHS England show @ @ @ @ @ hospitals have died with the virus .
One death was recorded at Hampshire Hospitals NHS @ @ @ @ @ Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust and another at University Hospital Southampton .
No other deaths were @ @ @ @ @ other trusts .
So far , 220 people have died with covid at University Hospital @ @ @ @ @ NHS Trust it stands at 251 , and at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust , @ @ @ @ @ deaths .
Since the start of the pandemic , there have been a total of @ @ @ @ @

Figures published by NHS England show that three people at county hospitals have died with the virus.
One death was recorded at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, one at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust and another at University Hospital Southampton.
No other deaths were recorded across the county's other trusts.
So far, 220 people have died with covid at University Hospital Southampton.
AT Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust it stands at 251, and at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, there have been 180 recorded deaths.
Since the start of the pandemic, there have been a total of 672 deaths across Hampshire.


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--Covid-19 marshals to patrol Southampton streets and enforce guidance

COVID-19 marshals will patrol the streets of Southampton to encourage residents to follow coronavirus restrictions .
The team will work with Hampshire Constabulary and Southampton City Council says its aim is to try and explain rules to members of the public and get them to play their part in restriction the spread of the virus .
The marshals will promote social distancing in locations including parks and high streets , and speak to businesses about ensuring their premises are Covid-19 safe .
Councillor Dave Shields , cabinet nember for stronger communities at Southampton City Council , said : “ Keeping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southampton safe from COVID-19 is a key priority for the council during these challenging times .
We plan to be able to emerge from lockdown in December in a strong position as the city opens up again with hopefully low rates of infection .
`` The Marshals will be one important way in which we can help people and businesses to follow guidance over those crucial winter months , providing support that ’ s complimentary to the excellent work of the police .
“ We have a diverse community living in our city @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that we all stay safe and our local businesses continue to deliver safe services to the public .
I look forward to welcoming the COVID-19 Marshals to Southampton .
”

The team will work with Hampshire Constabulary and Southampton City Council says its aim is to try and explain rules to members of the public and get them to play their part in restriction the spread of the virus.
The marshals will promote social distancing in locations including parks and high streets, and speak to businesses about ensuring their premises are Covid-19 safe.
Councillor Dave Shields, cabinet nember for stronger communities at Southampton City Council, said: “Keeping our people who live and work in Southampton safe from COVID-19 is a key priority for the council during these challenging times. We plan to be able to emerge from lockdown in December in a strong position as the city opens up again with hopefully low rates of infection.
"The Marshals will be one important way in which we can help people and businesses to follow guidance over those crucial winter months, providing support that’s complimentary to the excellent work of the police.
“We have a diverse community living in our city and our COVID-19 Marshals will help ensure that we all stay safe and our local businesses continue to deliver safe services to the public. I look forward to welcoming the COVID-19 Marshals to Southampton.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--Spartans Gym man pleads not guilty to lockdown charges

A MAN has appeared at court accused of refusing to close a Southampton gym in light of covid restrictions .
@ @ @ @ @ Magistrates ’ Court this morning for allegedly opening Spartans Gym during the second coronavirus lockdown @ @ @ @ @ not guilty to two charges of failing to comply with reasonable instruction given by a @ @ @ @ @ Gosling , of Tickner Close , Botley , represented himself during today ’ s initial @ @ @ @ @ face trial for the allegations against him .
He is said to have without reasonable @ @ @ @ @ with a reasonable instruction given by Southampton City Council on November 7 and November 8 @ @ @ @ @ protested his innocence and said he is a passionate gym member and is neither the @ @ @ @ @ in Millbank Street .
A date for his next hearing is due to be decided @ @ @ @ @ later today .

Josh Gosling stood before Southampton Magistrates’ Court this morning for allegedly opening Spartans Gym during the second coronavirus lockdown.
The 28-year-old has pleaded not guilty to two charges of failing to comply with reasonable instruction given by a relevant person in England.
Gosling, of Tickner Close, Botley, represented himself during today’s initial hearing and is expected to face trial for the allegations against him.
He is said to have without reasonable excuse, failed to comply with a reasonable instruction given by Southampton City Council on November 7 and November 8 this year.
Gosling has protested his innocence and said he is a passionate gym member and is neither the manager or owner of Spartans in Millbank Street.
A date for his next hearing is due to be decided by District Judge Anthony Callaway later today.


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--Two men found with £26K of heroin and cocaine are jailed

TWO men who admitted their involvement in a Hampshire County Lines drug network have been jailed for a total of more than 12 years .
The pair pleaded guilty at Portsmouth Crown Court at a previous hearing in relation to being involved in the supply of Class A drugs , as part of a County Lines drugs network known as Justin .
The network operated in the Portsmouth and Gosport areas of Hampshire and the charges related to a period between October 2019 and March 2020 .
Officers seized cash totalling £20-30,000 and 200 bundles of wraps suspected to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of £26,360 from his home address .
• Man charged after cash , jewellery and designer handbags stolen from flat One of the bundles was found to contain 280 individual wraps of cocaine with a street value of £2,800 .
Stephan Gomes , 31 , of Donald Road , Croydon , London pleaded guilty to two counts of possession with intent to supply cocaine and heroin and two counts of being concerned in the supply of Class A crack cocaine and heroin and was sentenced to 8 years 6 months in prison .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Road , Portsmouth , who is described as having a significant role , pleaded guilty to two counts of being concerned in the supply of Class A crack cocaine and heroin and was sentenced to 3 years 10 months in prison .
Detective Sergeant Liam Cook from Hampshire Constabulary said : “ This is an exceptional result for what was the first joint investigation under Op Monument .
• Southampton rape investigation : Council says CCTV will be installed in park '' Interventions and sentences of this duration have been rare and I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and staff from both Hampshire Constabulary and the Metropolitan Police has resulted in dismantling this network and bringing them to justice .
“ There is an undeniable link between drugs and violence and that is why disrupting the supply through County Lines is a crucial part of our work .
`` Over the past year we have developed a much deeper understanding of the drivers of County Lines and how those orchestrating it operate .
`` It is an abhorrent crime that causes misery for communities .
We are committed to doing everything @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by drugs networks and I hope this sentencing acts as a warning to others considering coming to our city to deal drugs that it will not be tolerated .
“ If you have any concerns about drug-related activity in your area , please get in touch .
All information helps us develop a stronger intelligence picture and could help us catch and convict those who are dealing drugs in our communities .
”

The pair pleaded guilty at Portsmouth Crown Court at a previous hearing in relation to being involved in the supply of Class A drugs, as part of a County Lines drugs network known as Justin.
The network operated in the Portsmouth and Gosport areas of Hampshire and the charges related to a period between October 2019 and March 2020.
Officers seized cash totalling £20-30,000 and 200 bundles of wraps suspected to be cocaine and heroin with a street value of £26,360 from his home address.
One of the bundles was found to contain 280 individual wraps of cocaine with a street value of £2,800.
Stephan Gomes, 31, of Donald Road, Croydon, London pleaded guilty to two counts of possession with intent to supply cocaine and heroin and two counts of being concerned in the supply of Class A crack cocaine and heroin and was sentenced to 8 years 6 months in prison.
Gary Black, 64, of Tokio Road, Portsmouth, who is described as having a significant role, pleaded guilty to two counts of being concerned in the supply of Class A crack cocaine and heroin and was sentenced to 3 years 10 months in prison.
Detective Sergeant Liam Cook from Hampshire Constabulary said: “This is an exceptional result for what was the first joint investigation under Op Monument.
"Interventions and sentences of this duration have been rare and I am pleased that the determination of officers and staff from both Hampshire Constabulary and the Metropolitan Police has resulted in dismantling this network and bringing them to justice.
“There is an undeniable link between drugs and violence and that is why disrupting the supply through County Lines is a crucial part of our work.
"Over the past year we have developed a much deeper understanding of the drivers of County Lines and how those orchestrating it operate.
"It is an abhorrent crime that causes misery for communities. We are committed to doing everything we can to stop Hampshire being targeted by drugs networks and I hope this sentencing acts as a warning to others considering coming to our city to deal drugs that it will not be tolerated.
“If you have any concerns about drug-related activity in your area, please get in touch. All information helps us develop a stronger intelligence picture and could help us catch and convict those who are dealing drugs in our communities.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--Investigation launched into Southampton park rape

A RAPE investigation has been launched following an attack in a city centre A 17-year-old girl is reported to have been raped in Houndwell Park off Vincents Walk , Southampton , at about 10am on Thursday..
The area was taped off following the incident and officers remained on the scene carrying out investigations for most of the day .
A Hampshire Constabulary spokeswoman said : “ It was reported to police that a 17-year-old girl was assaulted shortly after 10am .
“ The investigation is in its very early stages and remains ongoing.
” Following the incident , a Southampton @ @ @ @ @ @ @ steps are being taken to put up CCTV and improve security in the park .
Councillor for the Bargate ward , Sarah Bogle , said : “ My thoughts are with the victim at this difficult time .
“ Some investment via the Safer Streets Fund is going into this area for measures like CCTV in the next few months.
” Meanwhile Cllr Dave Shields , the Chair for Southampton Safe City Partnership says the Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire has recently secured £550,000 for its safer streets programme and a major @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in city centre parks , in particular Houndwell and Hoglands .
He added : “ Every effort is being made to avoid horrific incidents like the one reported .
“ Additional vegetation management and improved lighting and CCTV are a high priority for the police , city council and our other key partners from the business community and However , MP for Southampton Itchen , Royston Smith has questioned if enough is being done to make Southampton parks safe .
He said : “ This is a shocking incident and I can ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the victim .
“ Over the years the council has done what it can to make our parks safer but when an attack takes place in broad daylight the question must be , has enough been Anyone who witnessed anything suspicious is urged to call police on 101 quoting reference 44200438513 .

park.
A 17-year-old girl is reported to have been raped in Houndwell Park off Vincents Walk, Southampton, at about 10am on Thursday..
The area was taped off following the incident and officers remained on the scene carrying out investigations for most of the day.
A Hampshire Constabulary spokeswoman said: “It was reported to police that a 17-year-old girl was assaulted shortly after 10am.
“The investigation is in its very early stages and remains ongoing.”
Following the incident, a Southampton City Councillor told the Daily Echo that steps are being taken to put up CCTV and improve security in the park.
Councillor for the Bargate ward, Sarah Bogle, said: “My thoughts are with the victim at this difficult time.
“Some investment via the Safer Streets Fund is going into this area for measures like CCTV in the next few months.”
Meanwhile Cllr Dave Shields, the Chair for Southampton Safe City Partnership says the Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire has recently secured £550,000 for its safer streets programme and a major focus of this investment is improved safety in city centre parks, in particular Houndwell and Hoglands.
He added: “Every effort is being made to avoid horrific incidents like the one reported.
“Additional vegetation management and improved lighting and CCTV are a high priority for the police, city council and our other key partners from the business community and
universities”
However, MP for Southampton Itchen, Royston Smith has questioned if enough is being done to make Southampton parks safe.
He said: “This is a shocking incident and I can’t imagine how dreadful it is for the victim.
“Over the years the council has done what it can to make our parks safer but when an attack takes place in broad daylight the question must be, has enough been
done?”
Anyone who witnessed anything suspicious is urged to call police on 101 quoting reference 44200438513.


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--Winchester man arrested for drug driving on Southampton road

A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of drug driving after being stopped on a city road .
The incident @ @ @ @ @ yesterday on The Avenue , Southampton .
Patrolling officers stopped a vehicle as they suspected @ @ @ @ @ or insurance .
The driver , a 58-year-old man from Winchester was arrested on suspicion @ @ @ @ @ otherwise than in accordance with a licence , and driving without insurance .
He has @ @ @ @ @ remains under investigation .

The incident took place at around 3.30pm yesterday on The Avenue, Southampton.
Patrolling officers stopped a vehicle as they suspected the driver had no licence or insurance.
The driver, a 58-year-old man from Winchester was arrested on suspicion of drug driving, driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence, and driving without insurance.
He has been released from custody but remains under investigation.


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--Police warn Hampshire residents after spate of thefts

COUNTY residents have been told to secure outbuildings after a spate of thefts .
Police have told anyone who owns a shed , barn , garage or outbuilding containing valuable items to be on their guard .
This comes after a spate of thefts across the Hart district but police say this is happening across the country .
The suspects are said to be targeting farm machinery , quad bikes , All Terrain Vehicles ( ATVs ) , as well as anything of value like power tools .
As a result , officers are advising that these buildings should be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ installing CCTV , tracker devices and automatic security lights .
Neighbourhood Inspector Jen Lovegrove said : “ We believe many of these thefts are connected to organised crime groups who are exporting stolen quad bikes abroad .
`` This shows a level of planning by the criminals , so being aware and reporting suspicious vehicles and people is really important .
`` The community are our eyes and ears and we encourage you to report all incidents as soon as you are able to by calling 101 if it ’ s not an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ there and then , always call 999 .
“ You can also report suspicious activity online ( if it ’ s not an emergency ) by visiting our website www.hampshire.police.uk or clicking on this link : https : //www.hampshire.police.uk/ro/report/ ''

Police have told anyone who owns a shed, barn, garage or outbuilding containing valuable items to be on their guard.
This comes after a spate of thefts across the Hart district but police say this is happening across the country.
The suspects are said to be targeting farm machinery, quad bikes, All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), as well as anything of value like power tools.
As a result, officers are advising that these buildings should be secure and alarmed and owners should consider installing CCTV, tracker devices and automatic security lights.
Neighbourhood Inspector Jen Lovegrove said: “We believe many of these thefts are connected to organised crime groups who are exporting stolen quad bikes abroad.
"This shows a level of planning by the criminals, so being aware and reporting suspicious vehicles and people is really important.
"The community are our eyes and ears and we encourage you to report all incidents as soon as you are able to by calling 101 if it’s not an emergency. If it’s happening there and then, always call 999.
“You can also report suspicious activity online (if it’s not an emergency) by visiting our website www.hampshire.police.uk or clicking on this link: https://www.hampshire.police.uk/ro/report/"


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--Man charged after cash, jewellery  and designer handbags stolen from flat

A MAN has been charged following a burglary in which around £7,000 worth of good were stolen .
On November @ @ @ @ @ to police that a flat on Minnitt Road , Gosport , was entered .
Cash @ @ @ @ @ number of items including jewellery , designer handbags , an iPad and a mobile phone @ @ @ @ @ 35 , of Bemisters Lane in Gosport , has been charged with burglary following an @ @ @ @ @ Hawk team .
• Two men found with £26K of heroin and cocaine are jailed @ @ @ @ @ to appear at Portsmouth Magistrates ’ Court this morning ( November 13 ) .
As @ @ @ @ @ police previously charged Curtis Coombes , 34 , formerly of South Street in Gosport , @ @ @ @ @ due to appear at Portsmouth Magistrates ’ Court on November 20 .
A 27-year-old woman @ @ @ @ @ conditional caution for obstructing police .

On November 1, it was reported to police that a flat on Minnitt Road, Gosport, was entered.
Cash was stolen along with a number of items including jewellery, designer handbags, an iPad and a mobile phone.
Aaron James Smethurst, 35, of Bemisters Lane in Gosport, has been charged with burglary following an investigation led by the Operation Hawk team.
He was remanded in custody to appear at Portsmouth Magistrates’ Court this morning (November 13).
As part of this investigation, police previously charged Curtis Coombes, 34, formerly of South Street in Gosport, with burglary.
He is due to appear at Portsmouth Magistrates’ Court on November 20.
A 27-year-old woman from Gosport was given a conditional caution for obstructing police.


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--Caffe Nero appeals for help from landlords amid coronavirus crisis

BOSSES at Caffe Nero plan to appeal for help from landlords after the second lockdown made it “ imperative ” to reduce pressure on the business .
The business is seeking approval for a company voluntary arrangement ( CVA ) to reduce its costs .
The coffee chain has branches in Southampton ’ s Above Bar , Eastleigh , Whiteley , Fareham , Lymington and Ringwood .
Chief executive Gerry Ford said : “ Like so many businesses in the hospitality sector , the pandemic has decimated trading , and although we had made significant progress in navigating the financial @ @ @ @ @ @ @ second lockdown has made it imperative that we take further action.
” Caffe Nero runs 800 shops in the UK , employing about 6,000 people .
Founded in 1997 by Mr Ford , it has expanded into 11 different countries , with a total of 1,000 stores .
It is the latest in a long list of businesses that have been forced to take drastic measures during the Covid-19 pandemic .
Shoe seller Clarks and Pizza Express are among the other companies to enter CVAs during the period .
Companies like Caffe Nero @ @ @ @ @ @ @ office workers , have been especially hard hit during the pandemic .
As many workers continue to use their kitchen tables as their office , and footfall remains low in city centres , “ it is unclear how long this will impact Caffe Nero ” , the business said .
The CVA will allow it to “ better manage its fixed costs moving forward ” .
Will Wright and David Costley-Wood , restructuring experts from KPMG , are working on the CVA .
Mr Wright said : “ Caffe Nero is an iconic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ streets with a terrifically loyal customer base .
“ However , like many others across the sector , the impact of measures introduced in response to the Covid-19 pandemic has been devastating .
“ In putting forward this CVA proposal , the directors have worked hard to strike a fair compromise with stakeholders to provide the flexibility the business urgently needs to get it through the pandemic .
”

The business is seeking approval for a company voluntary arrangement (CVA) to reduce its costs.
The coffee chain has branches in Southampton’s Above Bar, Eastleigh, Whiteley, Fareham, Lymington and Ringwood.
Chief executive Gerry Ford said: “Like so many businesses in the hospitality sector, the pandemic has decimated trading, and although we had made significant progress in navigating the financial challenges of the first lockdown, the second lockdown has made it imperative that we take further action.”
Caffe Nero runs 800 shops in the UK, employing about 6,000 people. Founded in 1997 by Mr Ford, it has expanded into 11 different countries, with a total of 1,000 stores.
It is the latest in a long list of businesses that have been forced to take drastic measures during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Shoe seller Clarks and Pizza Express are among the other companies to enter CVAs during the period.
Companies like Caffe Nero, which caters to many commuters and office workers, have been especially hard hit during the pandemic.
As many workers continue to use their kitchen tables as their office, and footfall remains low in city centres, “it is unclear how long this will impact Caffe Nero”, the business said.
The CVA will allow it to “better manage its fixed costs moving forward”.
Will Wright and David Costley-Wood, restructuring experts from KPMG, are working on the CVA.
Mr Wright said: “Caffe Nero is an iconic brand on the UK’s high streets with a terrifically loyal customer base.
“However, like many others across the sector, the impact of measures introduced in response to the Covid-19 pandemic has been devastating.
“In putting forward this CVA proposal, the directors have worked hard to strike a fair compromise with stakeholders to provide the flexibility the business urgently needs to get it through the pandemic.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--Peter Sutcliffe, the Yorkshire Ripper, dies in hospital

The Yorkshire Ripper serial killer has died in hospital , the Prison Service has confirmed .
Peter Sutcliffe had reportedly @ @ @ @ @ of North Durham after being transferred there from maximum security HMP Frankland , where he @ @ @ @ @ , 74 , had tested positive for Covid-19 and was suffering from underlying health conditions @ @ @ @ @ whole life term for murdering 13 women across Yorkshire and the North West between 1975 @ @ @ @ @ convicted in 1981 and , after a long spell in Broadmoor Hospital in Berkshire , @ @ @ @ @ Frankland in 2016 after being deemed stable enough to serve time in prison .
A @ @ @ @ @ “ HMP Frankland prisoner Peter Coonan ( born Sutcliffe ) died in hospital on November @ @ @ @ @ Probation Ombudsman has been informed.
” Sutcliffe had reportedly suffered from a range of conditions @ @ @ @ @ trouble , diabetes and obesity .

Peter Sutcliffe had reportedly refused treatment at University Hospital of North Durham after being transferred there from maximum security HMP Frankland, where he was an inmate.
Sutcliffe, 74, had tested positive for Covid-19 and was suffering from underlying health conditions.
He was serving a whole life term for murdering 13 women across Yorkshire and the North West between 1975 and 1980.
He was convicted in 1981 and, after a long spell in Broadmoor Hospital in Berkshire, he was transferred to HMP Frankland in 2016 after being deemed stable enough to serve time in prison.
A Prison Service spokesman said: “HMP Frankland prisoner Peter Coonan (born Sutcliffe) died in hospital on November 13. The Prisons and Probation Ombudsman has been informed.”
Sutcliffe had reportedly suffered from a range of conditions before his death including heart trouble, diabetes and obesity.


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--Hampshire's lost ice rinks

Hampshire's lost ice rinks

It 's beginning to look a lot like Christmas - but not as we 've known it .
With shops now stocking festive food , wrapping paper and tacky decorations there 's little doubt that the festive season is rapidly approaching , although it 's bound to look a little different this time around .
In previous years many of us have been eager to strap on skates and show off our graceful ice skating skills - others have had to settle with lots of falling over .
These are the ice rinks , both temporary and permanent that have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Some may even be back in the future !
This temporary rink between the old walls and Westquay shopping centre returns each year , but wo n't be in 2020 .
Before the temporary Christmas ice rink found a home at Westquay it was located at the Bargate .
The above picture shows Matt Le Tissier at the rink in 2012 .
In 2007 the temporary Christmas ice rink was at Guildhall Square .
This temporary Christmas ice rink , installed in the grounds of the grand Winchester Cathedral , has long been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ each festive period .
The city 's original ice rink was located at Banister Stadium and opened in 1931 .
After suffering damage during the Blitz of 1940 , the rink was rebuilt on the same site in 1952 .
The ice rink shut its doors for the last time in 1988 when the building was demolished and housing built on the site .
This temporary rink hit Royal Victoria Country Park in 2014 - much to the delight of ice skating fans .
This temporary ice rink was a one-off and was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ink in Mansell Park was part of the SO16 summer festival which gave hundreds of youngsters the opportunity to try plenty of activities and sports .
In 2014 a temporary ice rink was installed by Toby Carvery in Fair Oak .
Sandy Balls Holiday Village put up a temporary rink for the winter .
This temporary ice rink was put up in 2010 by Grieg Howe , a Bournemouth man that also created a rink in his front garden .

With shops now stocking festive food, wrapping paper and tacky decorations there's little doubt that the festive season is rapidly approaching, although it's bound to look a little different this time around.
In previous years many of us have been eager to strap on skates and show off our graceful ice skating skills - others have had to settle with lots of falling over.
These are the ice rinks, both temporary and permanent that have been in Hampshire over the years. Some may even be back in the future!
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Westquay, Southampton
This temporary rink between the old walls and Westquay shopping centre returns each year, but won't be in 2020.
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Bargate, Southampton
Before the temporary Christmas ice rink found a home at Westquay it was located at the Bargate.
The above picture shows Matt Le Tissier at the rink in 2012.
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Guildhall Square, Southampton
In 2007 the temporary Christmas ice rink was at Guildhall Square.
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Winchester Cathedral
This temporary Christmas ice rink, installed in the grounds of the grand Winchester Cathedral, has long been a favourite destination of ice skating fans each festive period.
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Southampton Ice Rink
The city's original ice rink was located at Banister Stadium and opened in 1931.
After suffering damage during the Blitz of 1940, the rink was rebuilt on the same site in 1952.
The ice rink shut its doors for the last time in 1988 when the building was demolished and housing built on the site.
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Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley
This temporary rink hit Royal Victoria Country Park in 2014 - much to the delight of ice skating fans.
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Mansell Park, Millbrook, Southampton
This temporary ice rink was a one-off and wasn't even at Christmas.
The ice ink in Mansell Park was part of the SO16 summer festival which gave hundreds of youngsters the opportunity to try plenty of activities and sports.
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Eastleigh Christmas festival
Around a decade ago the Eastleigh's Christmas festivities included a temporary ice rink.
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Toby Carvery, Fair Oak
In 2014 a temporary ice rink was installed by Toby Carvery in Fair Oak.
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Sandy Balls, New Forest
Sandy Balls Holiday Village put up a temporary rink for the winter.
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Segensworth, Fareham
This temporary ice rink was put up in 2010 by Grieg Howe, a Bournemouth man that also created a rink in his front garden.


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--Treatment could ‘accelerate recovery’

Treatment could ‘accelerate recovery’

A PROTEIN treatment created by a Southampton firm which can be inhaled straight into the lungs has been shown to “ accelerate recovery ” and reduce the odds of developing severe Covid-19 in hospital patients , scientists have said .
Results of a UK clinical trial suggest patients who received the drug , known as SNG001 , were more than twice as likely to recover from Covid-19 , compared to those who received a placebo – a substance designed to have no therapeutic value .
Developed by Southampton-based biotech Synairgen , SNG001 contains interferon beta-1a – a protein the body @ @ @ @ @ @ @ infection .
The protein is inhaled by Covid-19 patients using a nebuliser , in the hope that it will stimulate an immune response .
The researchers said their findings , published in the journal The Lancet Respiratory Medicine , serves as proof-of-concept that SNG001 could help Covid-19 patients in hospital recover .
But they added further research is required with larger randomised clinical trials as the study involved a small group of 98 volunteers .
Professor Tom Wilkinson , from the University of Southampton , who led the study said : “ The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , a widely known drug approved for use in its injectable form for other indications , may have the potential as an inhaled drug to restore the lung ’ s immune response and accelerate recovery from Covid-19 .
“ Inhaled interferon beta-1a provides high , local concentrations of the immune protein , which boosts lung defences rather than targeting specific viral mechanisms .
“ This might carry additional advantages of treating Covid-19 infection when it occurs alongside infection by another respiratory virus , such as influenza or respiratory syncytial virus ( RSV ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ winter months.
” In the clinical trial , 48 participants were given the drug while the rest got a placebo .
As the trial was double-blind , neither the researchers nor the patients knew what they are getting .
Over the 14-day treatment period , patients who received SNG001 were more than twice as likely to recover , compared to those in the placebo group , the researchers said .
Writing in a linked comment , Nathan Peiffer-Smadja , from Assistance Publique – Hopitaux de Paris , France , who was not involved @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The number of patients enrolled in this pilot clinical trial is of course small .
“ In addition , this study neither showed any impact of the evaluated treatment on time to discharge nor on mortality .
”

Results of a UK clinical trial suggest patients who received the drug, known as SNG001, were more than twice as likely to recover from Covid-19, compared to those who received a placebo – a substance designed to have no therapeutic value.
Developed by Southampton-based biotech Synairgen, SNG001 contains interferon beta-1a – a protein the body naturally produces when it gets a viral infection.
The protein is inhaled by Covid-19 patients using a nebuliser, in the hope that it will stimulate an immune response.
The researchers said their findings, published in the journal The Lancet Respiratory Medicine, serves as proof-of-concept that SNG001 could help Covid-19 patients in hospital recover.
But they added further research is required with larger randomised clinical trials as the study involved a small group of 98 volunteers.
Professor Tom Wilkinson, from the University of Southampton, who led the study said: “The results confirm our belief that interferon beta, a widely known drug approved for use in its injectable form for other indications, may have the potential as an inhaled drug to restore the lung’s immune response and accelerate recovery from Covid-19.
“Inhaled interferon beta-1a provides high, local concentrations of the immune protein, which boosts lung defences rather than targeting specific viral mechanisms.
“This might carry additional advantages of treating Covid-19 infection when it occurs alongside infection by another respiratory virus, such as influenza or respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) that may well be encountered in the winter months.”
In the clinical trial, 48 participants were given the drug while the rest got a placebo.
As the trial was double-blind, neither the researchers nor the patients knew what they are getting.
Over the 14-day treatment period, patients who received SNG001 were more than twice as likely to recover, compared to those in the placebo group, the researchers said.
Writing in a linked comment, Nathan Peiffer-Smadja, from Assistance Publique – Hopitaux de Paris, France, who was not involved in the research, said: “The number of patients enrolled in this pilot clinical trial is of course small.
“In addition, this study neither showed any impact of the evaluated treatment on time to discharge nor on mortality.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--Plan to redevelop site off Northlands Road, Southampton

AN ABANDONED garage could be demolished to make way for a new blocks of flats .
Plans to demolish a garage on land off Northlands Road to rear of Maycroft Court in order to build a four-storey flat block to create new homes have been submitted to Southampton City Council .
Mr Hewitt of Maycroft Lodge has submitted the plans to build eight two-bedroom flats on the land along with eight parking spaces and cycle storage .
Each flat will have two bedrooms and a balcony .
The site currently has no use and features only a garage and overgrown @ @ @ @ @ @ @ previously used for car parking - would need to be demolished .
• 'Controversial ' plan for block of flats in Chandler 's Ford The four-storey building would have two flats on each floor and would be located behind the existing Maycroft Court .
The proposed design would use multiple bricks of a similar colour to Maycroft Court , but there are plans to use several other shades to create texture .
It is intended that the two buildings `` feel like they both belong to one estate '' .
A central core @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
The flats have been arranged so that the primary living space and balconies face east towards the Maycroft Court green space and gardens .
This means the flats will not overlook people 's personal space and will offer nice views for residents .
The flats will have a private drive and parking , as well as a private amenity space , cycle storage and refuse storage .
Parking will be located at the rear of the site on the southern boundary .

Plans to demolish a garage on land off Northlands Road to rear of Maycroft Court in order to build a four-storey flat block to create new homes have been submitted to Southampton City Council.
Mr Hewitt of Maycroft Lodge has submitted the plans to build eight two-bedroom flats on the land along with eight parking spaces and cycle storage.
Each flat will have two bedrooms and a balcony.
The site currently has no use and features only a garage and overgrown plants.
First the abandoned garage - previously used for car parking - would need to be demolished.
The four-storey building would have two flats on each floor and would be located behind the existing Maycroft Court.
The proposed design would use multiple bricks of a similar colour to Maycroft Court, but there are plans to use several other shades to create texture.
It is intended that the two buildings "feel like they both belong to one estate".
A central core and lobby serves two flats per floor.
The flats have been arranged so that the primary living space and balconies face east towards the Maycroft Court green space and gardens.
This means the flats will not overlook people's personal space and will offer nice views for residents.
The flats will have a private drive and parking, as well as a private amenity space, cycle storage and refuse storage.
Parking will be located at the rear of the site on the southern boundary.


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--Footballer Kieran Roberts's punch left victim unconscious

A HAMPSHIRE footballer 's single punch on a night out left his victim unconscious on the floor and requiring two surgeries to repair the damage .
Kieran Matthew Roberts struck Luke Chandler in the side of the face following a confrontation between two groups in Old Christchurch Road , Bournemouth .
Roberts , aged 24 , who currently plays football for Portsmouth Southern League division one side Moneyfields and has previously featured for Wimborne and Weymouth , avoided an immediate prison term at Bournemouth Crown Court on November 4 .
The court heard Roberts , of Hurn Road , Christchurch @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the right-hand side of Mr Chandler shortly after 3am on September 22 , 2019 .
Prosecuting , Tim Moores said : “ He ( Mr Chandler ) does not seem to notice him ( Roberts ) coming towards him .
“ Mr Roberts then strikes him from the right-hand side using his right hand to deliver a punch to the right-hand side of his face.
” Mr Moores said Mr Chandler does not remember being hit .
The victim , who was “ spark out on the floor ” , suffered a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and also damage to his cheek .
He had an operation a week later , with plates inserted to repair the fractures , however , he went on to suffer an aneurysm , which required further surgery .
A victim impact statement said Mr Chandler was unable to work for three months , unable to eat and drink properly for some time and suffered psychologically .
The prosecutor said police inquiries , including through CCTV , led them to a bar where Roberts had been earlier that night .
They were able to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had given his phone number and social media address to a female member of bar staff .
Roberts was arrested and in interview he admitted punching the victim .
He said an initial argument between his group of friends and Mr Chandler ’ s started over a taxi .
This led to a fight , which the defendant said had been instigated by the victim and his friends .
Mitigating , Leah Dillon said : “ Mr Roberts appeared to be concerned about an injury sustained by his friend and without premeditation he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has never done before.
” She added : “ Mr Roberts accepts the victim had no opportunity to defend himself.
” Ms Dillon said the defendant , who is a youth football coach and also works in a coffee shop , thought about the victim every day since the assault and felt guilty and remorseful .
References submitted in support of Roberts , including from his employer and parents , described his actions as “ out of character ” .
They said he had changed in many ways since the incident , with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Brian Forster QC said it appeared Roberts “ lost control ” and struck Mr Chandler after the defendant ’ s friend sustained injuries .
He added : “ This was all unnecessary but clearly it came about as a result of the incident which wasn ’ t of your own making .
You were clearly affected by the alcohol in your system.
” The judge noted that the initial confrontation in the street was not of the defendant ’ s making .
Roberts , who had admitted a charge of unlawfully and maliciously @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 10 months in prison , suspended for 15 months , with a requirement to carry out 100 hours of unpaid work and 20 rehabilitation activity days .
He was also ordered to pay £1,000 compensation and a £149 surcharge .
Addressing Roberts directly , the judge said : “ I have given this opportunity because I do not believe you will come before a court again as you have today but you must take a moment to reflect how easy it is to throw everything away in a minute .
”

Kieran Matthew Roberts struck Luke Chandler in the side of the face following a confrontation between two groups in Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth.
Roberts, aged 24, who currently plays football for Portsmouth Southern League division one side Moneyfields and has previously featured for Wimborne and Weymouth, avoided an immediate prison term at Bournemouth Crown Court on November 4.
The court heard Roberts, of Hurn Road, Christchurch, could be seen on CCTV moving to the right-hand side of Mr Chandler shortly after 3am on September 22, 2019.
Prosecuting, Tim Moores said: “He (Mr Chandler) does not seem to notice him (Roberts) coming towards him.
“Mr Roberts then strikes him from the right-hand side using his right hand to deliver a punch to the right-hand side of his face.”
Mr Moores said Mr Chandler does not remember being hit.
The victim, who was “spark out on the floor”, suffered a complex fracture to his right eye socket and also damage to his cheek. He had an operation a week later, with plates inserted to repair the fractures, however, he went on to suffer an aneurysm, which required further surgery.
A victim impact statement said Mr Chandler was unable to work for three months, unable to eat and drink properly for some time and suffered psychologically.
The prosecutor said police inquiries, including through CCTV, led them to a bar where Roberts had been earlier that night. They were able to ascertain who the defendant was as he had given his phone number and social media address to a female member of bar staff.
Roberts was arrested and in interview he admitted punching the victim. He said an initial argument between his group of friends and Mr Chandler’s started over a taxi. This led to a fight, which the defendant said had been instigated by the victim and his friends.
Mitigating, Leah Dillon said: “Mr Roberts appeared to be concerned about an injury sustained by his friend and without premeditation he strikes the victim once. Something he has never done before.”
She added: “Mr Roberts accepts the victim had no opportunity to defend himself.”
Ms Dillon said the defendant, who is a youth football coach and also works in a coffee shop, thought about the victim every day since the assault and felt guilty and remorseful. References submitted in support of Roberts, including from his employer and parents, described his actions as “out of character”. They said he had changed in many ways since the incident, with ongoing concerns for the victim.
Judge Brian Forster QC said it appeared Roberts “lost control” and struck Mr Chandler after the defendant’s friend sustained injuries.
He added: “This was all unnecessary but clearly it came about as a result of the incident which wasn’t of your own making. You were clearly affected by the alcohol in your system.”
The judge noted that the initial confrontation in the street was not of the defendant’s making.
Roberts, who had admitted a charge of unlawfully and maliciously inflicting grievous bodily harm, was sentenced to 10 months in prison, suspended for 15 months, with a requirement to carry out 100 hours of unpaid work and 20 rehabilitation activity days. He was also ordered to pay £1,000 compensation and a £149 surcharge.
Addressing Roberts directly, the judge said: “I have given this opportunity because I do not believe you will come before a court again as you have today but you must take a moment to reflect how easy it is to throw everything away in a minute.”


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--Offender banned from Winchester city centre pubs for two years

A WINCHESTER man has been banned from a range of city centre pubs for two years after attacking three people @ @ @ @ @ .
Charlie John Gleeson , 21 , pleaded guilty to assaulting Stuart Richards , PC @ @ @ @ @ Kate Gray and threatening behaviour at The Albion pub on Stockbridge Road .
Magistrates in @ @ @ @ @ offence was racially aggravated .
Gleeson , of Trussell Crescent , Weeke , was hit @ @ @ @ @ must do 150 hours unpaid work over the next 12 months .
He was also @ @ @ @ @ : The County Arms , St James Tavern , The Westgate , Railway Inn , @ @ @ @ @ Union , O'Neills , The Exchange , The Green Man , Queen Inn , Wykeham @ @ @ @ @ Duck , Hyde Tavern , King Alfred , Corner House ( shut down ) , @ @ @ @ @ .
In March Gleeson , who is autistic , was spared jail after assaulting police @ @ @ @ @ in Winnall last December .
He was sentenced to 12-month community order .

Charlie John Gleeson, 21, pleaded guilty to assaulting Stuart Richards, PC Andrew Pollock and Special Constable Kate Gray and threatening behaviour at The Albion pub on Stockbridge Road.
Magistrates in Basingstoke found the threatening behaviour offence was racially aggravated.
Gleeson, of Trussell Crescent, Weeke, was hit with a community order and must do 150 hours unpaid work over the next 12 months.
He was also banned for 24 months from: The County Arms, St James Tavern, The Westgate, Railway Inn, Vodka, Winchester University Students Union, O'Neills, The Exchange, The Green Man, Queen Inn, Wykeham Arms, Albion, Muddy Duck, Hyde Tavern, King Alfred, Corner House (shut down), Old Gaol House and Overdraft.
In March Gleeson, who is autistic, was spared jail after assaulting police officers in a drunken incident in Winnall last December. He was sentenced to 12-month community order.


thedailyecho--2020-11-13--New Southampton sports bar at Virsa Indian Restaurant site

A NEW sports bar could open in Southampton .
A sports bar could open its doors in the Shirley area @ @ @ @ @ watering hole would be located at 303 to 305 Shirley Road and comes after a @ @ @ @ @ the city council .
Virsa Indian Restaurant which is now listed as permanently closed online @ @ @ @ @ site .
The variation application was made by Mr Ivo Freitas .
However , it @ @ @ @ @ would open .
More information about the plans is yet to be revealed .

A sports bar could open its doors in the Shirley area of the city.
The watering hole would be located at 303 to 305 Shirley Road and comes after a licensing application was made to the city council.
Virsa Indian Restaurant which is now listed as permanently closed online was previously located at the site.
The variation application was made by Mr Ivo Freitas.
However, it is unknown when the bar would open.
More information about the plans is yet to be revealed.