thedailyecho--2020-07-27--LETTER - I agree with BBC Radio Two's Ken Bruce

I WAS interested in Ken Bruce ’ s comments in the daily paper .
He is a veteran Radio 2 presenter and in his words it is “ time to cull BBC managers ” .
I concur and would go as far as including the NHS .
We plough millions every year into the NHS and money saved could go to the front line to improve and help staff and patients in whatever area they need money to improve treatment .
The managers have a lot of questions to answers .
Why did they discharge patients before they were tested @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as reports in the media suggests ?
If true this could have contributed to the increase in the death toll in private homes .
This should be investigated .
I feel if the homes were told no test had been completed , readmission would have been denied .
I do know for a fact my cousin lives in a home which up to now has a clear record .
The staff have been marvellous .
I miss him coming to us but can only talk to him on the phone or see him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ understand and I know keeps him safe , along with staff and other residents .
We are told via the media a lot of private home staff stayed on site , some in tents during the lockdown .
These staff members should be applauded and I feel be given bonuses from profits .
They so deserve this accolade .
My point is I feel the NHS management need to be questioned on these facts if the reports are true .
I have felt for years that higher management are dispensable .
When I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were successful it was not the staff responsible but top management in most of the photo shoots taking most of the praise .
Once again frontline workers did the hard graft and presented the facts to the executive managers .
I looked in earnest for reports of the higher management taking the initiative and manning the phones and virtual reality computers when Covid-19 was at its height , so poorly patients could stay in touch with their family and friends .
We know physical contact was impossible but contact and messages are so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ staff were too busy to perform this task .
If I am wrong I would be delighted if someone can correct my thoughts .

He is a veteran Radio 2 presenter and in his words it is “time to cull BBC managers”.
I concur and would go as far as including the NHS.
We plough millions every year into the NHS and money saved could go to the front line to improve and help staff and patients in whatever area they need money to improve treatment.
The managers have a lot of questions to answers.
Why did they discharge patients before they were tested safe to return to nursing homes, as reports in the media suggests?
If true this could have contributed to the increase in the death toll in private homes.
This should be investigated.
I feel if the homes were told no test had been completed, readmission would have been denied.
I do know for a fact my cousin lives in a home which up to now has a clear record.
The staff have been marvellous .
I miss him coming to us but can only talk to him on the phone or see him through the window.
This we all understand and I know keeps him safe, along with staff and other residents.
We are told via the media a lot of private home staff stayed on site, some in tents during the lockdown.
These staff members should be applauded and I feel be given bonuses from profits. They so deserve this accolade.
My point is I feel the NHS management need to be questioned on these facts if the reports are true.
I have felt for years that higher management are dispensable.
When I worked at the NHS, if projects were successful it was not the staff responsible but top management in most of the photo shoots taking most of the praise.
Once again frontline workers did the hard graft and presented the facts to the executive managers.
I looked in earnest for reports of the higher management taking the initiative and manning the phones and virtual reality computers when Covid-19 was at its height, so poorly patients could stay in touch with their family and friends.
We know physical contact was impossible but contact and messages are so therapeutic to encourage well being.
Frontline staff were too busy to perform this task.
If I am wrong I would be delighted if someone can correct my thoughts.
Christine Cassell
Southampton


thedailyecho--2020-07-27--LETTER - Southampton Airport runway extension will save pollution

ANGELA Cotton ’ s letter ( July 23rd ) is asking people to fly less .
Hopefully in the long term they will but in the meantime we must make the infrastructure as efficient as possible so as to save carbon emissions .
For perhaps a million people living across the south , by the time they take to get to Heathrow or Gatwick they will be in the air by using Southampton Airport .
By the time they have taken off from those airports , they will have arrived in Majorca .
Even from central London , similar savings @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southampton are often less and with considerably less travelling to those airports , there are considerable savings in carbon emissions .
By extending the runway by less than half the distance from the Bargate to West Quay shopping centre , the same planes will be able to carry more fuel and go further so we can get to Venice rather than Verona .
Probably saving pollution from traffic in those areas .
If all such local airports were upgraded then possibly the massive extension of Heathrow could be binned .
The loss of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 10 for every one cut down .
It will take time for people to always fly less so the runway extension will save pollution in the short and long term .

ANGELA Cotton’s letter (July 23rd) is asking people to fly less.
Hopefully in the long term they will but in the meantime we must make the infrastructure as efficient as possible so as to save carbon emissions.
For perhaps a million people living across the south, by the time they take to get to Heathrow or Gatwick they will be in the air by using Southampton Airport.
By the time they have taken off from those airports, they will have arrived in Majorca.
Even from central London, similar savings can be made.
Flight times from Southampton are often less and with considerably less travelling to those airports, there are considerable savings in carbon emissions.
By extending the runway by less than half the distance from the Bargate to West Quay shopping centre, the same planes will be able to carry more fuel and go further so we can get to Venice rather than Verona.
Probably saving pollution from traffic in those areas.
If all such local airports were upgraded then possibly the massive extension of Heathrow could be binned.
The loss of the trees can be overcome by planting 10 for every one cut down.
It will take time for people to always fly less so the runway extension will save pollution in the short and long term.
Idris Curtis
Netley Abbey


thedailyecho--2020-07-27--Help protect our community - wash, walk, wear

A campaign has been launched to wipe out the transmission of COVID-19 in Southampton ’ s hospitals – and the community is being called on to play a vital part .
University Hospital Southampton are planning to bring back services and healthcare support following changes that were made to respond to the pandemic .
Leading from the frontline , they are ensuring that patients who need treatment can access it safely .
The campaign , called COVID ZERO , is the first of its kind to be launched by a hospital trust in England .
It has one clear message @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as the Trust ’ s 11,500 staff ; wash , walk , wear .
And , it comes with a stark warning that the alternative is the very real possibility of a second wave that could overwhelm the city ’ s NHS services .
Residents across the city are being urged to join with hospital staff and patients to follow government guidance : to wash your hands as often as possible , walk apart where you can and wear a mask where you can ’ t .
The aim of COVID ZERO is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as quickly as possible while keeping staff and patients safe from the threat of COVID-19 by ensuring there is no transmission of the disease .
Effective infection prevention will mean that staff who have had to be redeployed during the pandemic will be able to return to their regular roles , helping services to resume at full strength and continue their work together by putting patients first to provide world-class care for everyone .
Find out more on the University Hospital Southampton website – uhs.nhs.uk/COVIDZERO

The campaign, called COVID ZERO, is the first of its kind to be launched by a hospital trust in England.
It has one clear message both for the Southampton community as well as the Trust’s 11,500 staff; wash, walk, wear. And, it comes with a stark warning that the alternative is the very real possibility of a second wave that could overwhelm the city’s NHS services.
Residents across the city are being urged to join with hospital staff and patients to follow government guidance: to wash your hands as often as possible, walk apart where you can and wear a mask where you can’t.
The aim of COVID ZERO is to enable the trust to return services as quickly as possible while keeping staff and patients safe from the threat of COVID-19 by ensuring there is no transmission of the disease.
Effective infection prevention will mean that staff who have had to be redeployed during the pandemic will be able to return to their regular roles, helping services to resume at full strength and continue their work together by putting patients first to provide world-class care for everyone.
Find out more on the University Hospital Southampton website – uhs.nhs.uk/COVIDZERO


thedailyecho--2020-07-27--Fawley power station site plans: decision due today

MULTI-million-pound plans to transform one of Hampshire 's biggest industrial sites look set to be given the go-ahead today .
Members of New Forest District Council are being recommended to approve the larger of two applications to redevelop land occupied by the former Fawley power station .
The whole scheme is expected to cost at least £800m and is being described as the biggest ever submitted to the authority .
Fawley Waterside Ltd is asking the council for planning permission to build 1,380 homes , a 2,100-space car park and a large amount of commercial , civic and employment space @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , expected to create 2,000 jobs , will result in `` considerable '' social and economic benefits .
• A326 to be upgraded due to Fawley Power Station plans It adds : `` The environmental benefits of redeveloping a site that detracts significantly from the special qualities of the New Forest National Park with a sustainable new community that is expected to be of the highest design quality would also be considerable . ''
But Cllr David Harrison has raised the possibility that members may go against the advice of planning officers and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ media he said : `` I do n't think the decision will be unanimous and it may not even be approved .
Members do n't always follow officers ' recommendations . ''
• PHOTOS : When Star Wars was filmed at Fawley Power Station Cllr Harrison said it was the biggest and most significant decision planners in the Forest had ever had to make .
Another meeting is being held tomorrow , when members of the National Park Authority ( NPA ) will be recommended to approve a separate proposal to build 120 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ flood defences and a sea wall , on land surrounding the main power station site .
• Demolition of Fawley Power Station gets under way But both applications must be approved before the scheme can go ahead .
The proposal submitted to the NPA has sparked almost 100 objections , including one from the New Forest Verderers .
They say : `` This is a very significant planning application which , if granted , has the potential to have a seriously detrimental impact on the New Forest .
• LETTER -Train station should @ @ @ @ @ @ @ All housing developments in and around the New Forest increase recreational pressure and thus have an adverse impact on the forest and its highly designated landscape . ''
Historic England says the proposed development will harm heritage assets in the area , including Calshot Castle and neighbouring hangars built during the First World War .
But two parish councils , Fawley and Hythe and Dibden , say the application should be approved - subject to major improvements to the A326 .

Members of New Forest District Council are being recommended to approve the larger of two applications to redevelop land occupied by the former Fawley power station.
The whole scheme is expected to cost at least £800m and is being described as the biggest ever submitted to the authority.
Fawley Waterside Ltd is asking the council for planning permission to build 1,380 homes, a 2,100-space car park and a large amount of commercial, civic and employment space.
A council report says the project, expected to create 2,000 jobs, will result in "considerable" social and economic benefits.
It adds: "The environmental benefits of redeveloping a site that detracts significantly from the special qualities of the New Forest National Park with a sustainable new community that is expected to be of the highest design quality would also be considerable."
But Cllr David Harrison has raised the possibility that members may go against the advice of planning officers and reject the application.
Posting on social media he said: "I don't think the decision will be unanimous and it may not even be approved. Members don't always follow officers' recommendations."
Cllr Harrison said it was the biggest and most significant decision planners in the Forest had ever had to make.
Another meeting is being held tomorrow, when members of the National Park Authority (NPA) will be recommended to approve a separate proposal to build 120 homes and a primary school, plus flood defences and a sea wall, on land surrounding the main power station site.
But both applications must be approved before the scheme can go ahead.
The proposal submitted to the NPA has sparked almost 100 objections, including one from the New Forest Verderers.
They say: "This is a very significant planning application which, if granted, has the potential to have a seriously detrimental impact on the New Forest.
"All housing developments in and around the New Forest increase recreational pressure and thus have an adverse impact on the forest and its highly designated landscape."
Historic England says the proposed development will harm heritage assets in the area, including Calshot Castle and neighbouring hangars built during the First World War.
But two parish councils, Fawley and Hythe and Dibden, say the application should be approved - subject to major improvements to the A326.


thedailyecho--2020-07-27--Daily Echo Camera Club capture nature across Hampshire

BEAUTIFUL photos have been placed onto this double-page spread to start your Monday the right way .
It comes with @ @ @ @ @ Echo Camera Club members , who have put their talents into capturing wildlife across Hampshire @ @ @ @ @ striking view , as shown in the photos .
Many birds , butterflies and even @ @ @ @ @ their beauty , while gorgeous sunsets graced the skies .
A burst of colour is @ @ @ @ @ flowers in full bloom , and in one incredible moment , a fox is seen @ @ @ @ @ And in one member 's image , it looks like a group of birds are @ @ @ @ @ bathroom .
If you want the chance to get your picture in the paper , @ @ @ @ @ at www.facebook.com/groups/decameraclub .
Members can share tips and advice , ask for feedback on images @ @ @ @ @ .

It comes with the help of our Daily Echo Camera Club members, who have put their talents into capturing wildlife across Hampshire.
Nature makes for a striking view, as shown in the photos.
Many birds, butterflies and even caterpillars were seen in all their beauty, while gorgeous sunsets graced the skies.
A burst of colour is brought to the region with flowers in full bloom, and in one incredible moment, a fox is seen running across a field.
And in one member's image, it looks like a group of birds are waiting in line for the bathroom.
If you want the chance to get your picture in the paper, you can join the club at www.facebook.com/groups/decameraclub.
Members can share tips and advice, ask for feedback on images and browse others' photos.


thedailyecho--2020-07-26--Parents angry over cancelled prom at Oasis Academy Sholing

PARENTS have expressed their anger after a Southampton school that promised a leavers prom next year has cancelled the plans .
Parents of year 11 students at Oasis Academy Sholing received an email on July 17 regarding the cancellation of the year 11 leavers prom after students were `` promised a prom in 2021 '' .
The letter stated that the school had cancelled the prom following `` advice '' from Southampton City Council and Public Health England saying that they `` should not hold a leavers prom '' .
One parent of a year 11 student at the prom @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were promised they would have the prom even if it is arranged next year in 2021 , but now Oasis Sholing have decided to cancel it .
`` We know of other Southampton senior schools that are still going ahead with their prom even if it is in 2021 .
`` We understand that they ca n't have it now because of Covid-19 but why ca n't they arrange it for next year like other schools ?
`` It 's bad enough for them that they could n't sit their exams and have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this .
`` It 's a kick in the teeth for them , it 's so unfair . ''
She added that many parents had already forked out expenses for prom dresses and suits .
Cllr Darren Paffey said : `` School pupils have dealt with so much disruption over the last few months , and I know how disappointing it will be to them that there are also changes to planned leaver events .
`` It is for schools to decide whether or not they wish to hold events under the conditions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` The council has provided schools with that guidance which sets out the conditions under which school leaver events should be held in order to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 , such as maintaining current pupil bubbles where these are in place and restricting attendance to school staff and pupils only . ''
A spokesperson from Oasis Academy Sholing said that they were now planning a `` celebratory event '' , should government guidance allow , next year - but made no further mention of a prom .
Parents are expected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ They said : “ In light of the current coronavirus pandemic we unfortunately had to make the difficult decision of postponing this year ’ s Oasis Academy Sholing Prom .
`` We do apologise to Year 11 students and parents for the late arrangement of this , and we will be contacting you via letter during the summer break about a proposed re-arranged celebratory event in 2021 as long as government guidelines allow . ''

Parents of year 11 students at Oasis Academy Sholing received an email on July 17 regarding the cancellation of the year 11 leavers prom after students were "promised a prom in 2021".
The letter stated that the school had cancelled the prom following "advice" from Southampton City Council and Public Health England saying that they "should not hold a leavers prom".
One parent of a year 11 student at the prom told the Daily Echo: "They were promised they would have the prom even if it is arranged next year in 2021, but now Oasis Sholing have decided to cancel it.
"We know of other Southampton senior schools that are still going ahead with their prom even if it is in 2021.
"We understand that they can't have it now because of Covid-19 but why can't they arrange it for next year like other schools?
"It's bad enough for them that they couldn't sit their exams and have to have predicted grades - and now this.
"It's a kick in the teeth for them, it's so unfair."
She added that many parents had already forked out expenses for prom dresses and suits.
Cllr Darren Paffey said: "School pupils have dealt with so much disruption over the last few months, and I know how disappointing it will be to them that there are also changes to planned leaver events.
"It is for schools to decide whether or not they wish to hold events under the conditions that Public Health England has set out.
"The council has provided schools with that guidance which sets out the conditions under which school leaver events should be held in order to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19, such as maintaining current pupil bubbles where these are in place and restricting attendance to school staff and pupils only."
A spokesperson from Oasis Academy Sholing said that they were now planning a "celebratory event", should government guidance allow, next year - but made no further mention of a prom. Parents are expected to receive letters regarding this soon.
They said: “In light of the current coronavirus pandemic we unfortunately had to make the difficult decision of postponing this year’s Oasis Academy Sholing Prom.
"We do apologise to Year 11 students and parents for the late arrangement of this, and we will be contacting you via letter during the summer break about a proposed re-arranged celebratory event in 2021 as long as government guidelines allow."


thedailyecho--2020-07-26--Emergency services race to save man crushed by digger in Bramshaw

EMERGENCY services rushed to save a man who was trapped under a digger in the New Forest .
Hampshire Fire @ @ @ @ @ ) said a JCB fell on to the man 's leg at around 4.15pm today @ @ @ @ @ ambulance were scrambled following the accident at Row Hill , Bramshaw .
Shortly after the @ @ @ @ @ `` Attending an incident in Bramshaw where a JCB has fallen on to a person @ @ @ @ @ equipment was used to lift the JCB off the 45-year-old man , ewho was taken @ @ @ @ @ spokesperson said the casualty was placed in the care of South Central Ambulance Service after @ @ @ @ @ digger .
No further details about the accident or the man 's condition have been @ @ @ @ @ fire stations - Cosham , Lyndhurst , and Redbridge attended the incident .
The stop @ @ @ @ @ .
Row Hill is part of the B3079 Bramshaw to Landford road .
Properties bordering @ @ @ @ @ hall but many of the others are farms .

Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service (HFRS) said a JCB fell on to the man's leg at around 4.15pm today.
Firefighters and an air ambulance were scrambled following the accident at Row Hill, Bramshaw.
Shortly after the drama began HFRS tweeted: "Attending an incident in Bramshaw where a JCB has fallen on to a person's leg."
Hydraulic equipment was used to lift the JCB off the 45-year-old man, ewho was taken to hospital.
A HFRS spokesperson said the casualty was placed in the care of South Central Ambulance Service after being freed from beneath the digger. No further details about the accident or the man's condition have been released.
Crews from three fire stations - Cosham, Lyndhurst, and Redbridge attended the incident.
The stop message came in at 5.18pm.
Row Hill is part of the B3079 Bramshaw to Landford road. Properties bordering the route include the village hall but many of the others are farms.


thedailyecho--2020-07-26--Roadworks to start in Bevois Valley to improve footpath and cycle lane

A MAJOR project to improve walking and cycling through Bevois Valley has been launched by Southampton City Council .
City residents should expect 12 weeks of roadworks as part of the council ’ s £57m ‘ Transforming Cities ’ programme .
The works will upgrade the existing pathways and improve crossings between Rockstone Lane and Lodge Road .
This comes after a number of temporarily bus and cycle lanes are being trialled across the city .
The improvements are part of the council ’ s plan to transform travel in Southampton and will include widened shared footpaths , upgraded signage @ @ @ @ @ @ @ What you need to know : • Work will start in the Onslow Road/Bevois Valley area from 27 July • Work will be carried out on weekdays between 7am-6pm During the build period , Onslow Road will become one-way southbound • All outbound bus stops will be suspended while the one-way southbound restriction is in place • The works site will be located in the dead-end section of Ancasta Road - parking here will be suspended for the duration of the works Councillor Steve Legget , Cabinet Member for Green City and Place @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and ambitious approach to change how people travel in and around Southampton .
“ We want to encourage more active and sustainable means of transport to improve air quality and reduce congestion.
” Once complete , the full Southampton Cycle Network will provide a series of connected and consistent routes enabling people to travel by bike in and around the city safely and with ease .

City residents should expect 12 weeks of roadworks as part of the council’s £57m ‘Transforming Cities’ programme.
The works will upgrade the existing pathways and improve crossings between Rockstone Lane and Lodge Road.
This comes after a number of temporarily bus and cycle lanes are being trialled across the city.
The improvements are part of the council’s plan to transform travel in Southampton and will include widened shared footpaths, upgraded signage and resurfacing and new toucan crossings.
What you need to know:
Work will start in the Onslow Road/Bevois Valley area from 27 July
Scheduled for 12 weeks
Work will be carried out on weekdays between 7am-6pm
During the build period, Onslow Road will become one-way southbound
All outbound bus stops will be suspended while the one-way southbound restriction is in place
The works site will be located in the dead-end section of Ancasta Road - parking here will be suspended for the duration of the works
Councillor Steve Legget, Cabinet Member for Green City and Place said: “This is a bold and ambitious approach to change how people travel in and around Southampton.
“We want to encourage more active and sustainable means of transport to improve air quality and reduce congestion.”
Once complete, the full Southampton Cycle Network will provide a series of connected and consistent routes enabling people to travel by bike in and around the city safely and with ease.
Words by Gemma Wardle


thedailyecho--2020-07-25--Woman's body found at her home in Fair Oak

POLICE say the death of a 32-year-old woman whose body was found at her Hampshire home is not being treated as suspicious .
Officers spent much of the weekend at a semi-detached house in Edward Drive , Fair Oak , after receiving an emergency call just before 6am on Saturday .
A few hours later police confirmed that the body of a woman had been found in the house .
Forensics experts could be seen going in and out of the property at regular intervals as uniformed officers stood guard outside .
But the investigation has now been wound down @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
A police spokesperson said : `` The death is not being treated as suspicious .
The scene at the property has been closed down . ''
However , an inquest could be held and a file is being prepared for the coroner .
People living in the quiet cul-de-sac woke up yesterday to find a line of police vehicles parked in the street .
One resident , who asked not to be named , said : `` I saw a police van parked around the corner and six CID officers - four @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
Another neighbour added : `` It 's a horrible thing to wake up to on a Saturday morning . ''

Officers spent much of the weekend at a semi-detached house in Edward Drive, Fair Oak, after receiving an emergency call just before 6am on Saturday.
A few hours later police confirmed that the body of a woman had been found in the house.
Forensics experts could be seen going in and out of the property at regular intervals as uniformed officers stood guard outside.
But the investigation has now been wound down following a post-mortem examination conducted earlier today.
A police spokesperson said: "The death is not being treated as suspicious. The scene at the property has been closed down."
However, an inquest could be held and a file is being prepared for the coroner.
People living in the quiet cul-de-sac woke up yesterday to find a line of police vehicles parked in the street.
One resident, who asked not to be named, said: "I saw a police van parked around the corner and six CID officers - four in one car and two in another."
Another neighbour added: "It's a horrible thing to wake up to on a Saturday morning."


thedailyecho--2020-07-25--Boy robbed by gang of teens with machete in Southampton park

A BOY has been robbed by a gang of teens armed with a machete in a Southampton park .
A @ @ @ @ @ Riverside Park with two friends when he was approached by a gang of teenagers .
@ @ @ @ @ of murder after body found city park One of them lifted up his top to @ @ @ @ @ waistband of his trousers at around 3pm on Wednesday .
July 22 .
A second @ @ @ @ @ taking his bike and grabbing a chain from around his neck before fleeing the scene @ @ @ @ @ as a Trek 6500 , silver mountain bike .
Police have now launched a witness @ @ @ @ @ involved .
A police spokesperson said : `` Were you in the area at the @ @ @ @ @ Did you witness anything or see anyone acting suspiciously ?
Has anyone tried to sell @ @ @ @ @ description recently ? ''
Anyone with any information is urged to call 101 quoting 44200275589 @ @ @ @ @ contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

A 14-year-old boy was walking through Riverside Park with two friends when he was approached by a gang of teenagers.
One of them lifted up his top to reveal a machete in the waistband of his trousers at around 3pm on Wednesday. July 22.
A second teen then approached the boy taking his bike and grabbing a chain from around his neck before fleeing the scene.
The bike is described as a Trek 6500, silver mountain bike.
Police have now launched a witness appeal to trace the teens involved.
A police spokesperson said: "Were you in the area at the time of the incident? Did you witness anything or see anyone acting suspiciously? Has anyone tried to sell you a bike matching this description recently?"
Anyone with any information is urged to call 101 quoting 44200275589. Alternatively, they should contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-07-26--Plans for dog day care centre, run by Country Pooch, near Romsey are approved

PLANS for a dog day care centre in Test Valley , which could create six new jobs , have been given the green light by planning chiefs .
A planning application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council ( TVBC ) to transform a barn and stables in Ridge Lane , Ower , into a place for pooches .
The plans , submitted by Country Pooch , will see the day care centre boast five new car parking spaces after they were approved on June 11 .
Dog-lovers should now be able to use the day care centre , which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , starting at 9am and closing at 5pm ; however , the facility will be closed every Saturday , Sunday and Bank Holidays .
Now , one of the co-owners of the business , has revealed her joy after the plans were given the nod .
Co-owner of Country Pooch , Hannah Mead , said : `` We are really pleased the planning application was approved and since then we have opened our doors to customers .
`` So far , we have had fantastic reviews and the dogs have a great time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ really well especially during this time .
`` We have some relaxing facilities for the dogs where they can have some chill out time , but there are lots of things for them to do here as well . ''
She added : `` We have been offering training , which has gone through the roof at the moment because puppies have been born in lockdown .
`` We have also just bought some agility equipment , so we can do classes there too . ''
As reported , one community leader was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ located “ off the dual carriageway ” , claiming dog owners may find it harder to drop their pooches off if there are “ a lot of people going to work ” during rush-hour .
Cllr Dorothy Baverstock , who represents Romsey Cupernham on the borough council , said : “ It is out in the countryside , which should not be a problem , but the only thing is it is off the dual carriageway and people fly along there .
`` It seems it would be somewhere near the Test Valley @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lot of people going to work along that road and taking their dogs to the day care centre they will probably have to go right back to the roundabout and come up again .
`` When you come up from the roundabout there is a turn to get to Ridge Lane and the crossing does fill up there . ''
She added : `` If they [ the applicant ] does it successfully then the dogs will be content and should n't bark . ''
A statement from Country Pooch to TVBC read @ @ @ @ @ @ @ barn which has not been used for eight years .
`` The business will be providing a pick up and drop off dog service , which will reduce the number of vehicles using the highways around the centre .
`` However , vehicles that will use the highways will only do so between 8am to 9.30am and 4pm to 6pm Monday to Friday to drop off and collect their dogs . ''

A planning application was submitted to Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) to transform a barn and stables in Ridge Lane, Ower, into a place for pooches.
The plans, submitted by Country Pooch, will see the day care centre boast five new car parking spaces after they were approved on June 11.
Dog-lovers should now be able to use the day care centre, which will be open from Monday to Friday, starting at 9am and closing at 5pm; however, the facility will be closed every Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays.
Now, one of the co-owners of the business, has revealed her joy after the plans were given the nod.
Co-owner of Country Pooch, Hannah Mead, said: "We are really pleased the planning application was approved and since then we have opened our doors to customers.
"So far, we have had fantastic reviews and the dogs have a great time here, so it is all going really well especially during this time.
"We have some relaxing facilities for the dogs where they can have some chill out time, but there are lots of things for them to do here as well."
She added: "We have been offering training, which has gone through the roof at the moment because puppies have been born in lockdown.
"We have also just bought some agility equipment, so we can do classes there too."
As reported, one community leader was concerned about the day care centre being located “off the dual carriageway”, claiming dog owners may find it harder to drop their pooches off if there are “a lot of people going to work” during rush-hour.
Cllr Dorothy Baverstock, who represents Romsey Cupernham on the borough council, said: “It is out in the countryside, which should not be a problem, but the only thing is it is off the dual carriageway and people fly along there.
"It seems it would be somewhere near the Test Valley Crematorium, so if there are a lot of people going to work along that road and taking their dogs to the day care centre they will probably have to go right back to the roundabout and come up again.
"When you come up from the roundabout there is a turn to get to Ridge Lane and the crossing does fill up there."
She added: "If they [the applicant] does it successfully then the dogs will be content and shouldn't bark."
A statement from Country Pooch to TVBC read: "The property is an existing barn which has not been used for eight years.
"The business will be providing a pick up and drop off dog service, which will reduce the number of vehicles using the highways around the centre.
"However, vehicles that will use the highways will only do so between 8am to 9.30am and 4pm to 6pm Monday to Friday to drop off and collect their dogs."


thedailyecho--2020-07-26--The cheapest homes for sale in Southampton right now

With the property market finally reopening after lockdown and the stamp duty tax easing until next March , prospective homeowners can finally start thinking about purchasing their new house .
Properties in the city average at £293,647 which is higher than the national average of £231,855 .
These are currently Zoopla ’ s cheapest homes to buy in Southampton right now : This ground floor purpose built one double bedroom apartment is located to the front of a block of six apartments .
The property is described as offering gas central heating ( not tested ) and UPVC double glazing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ For more information visit the website .
This property is described as being situated close to all local amenities with good bus routes to Woolston , Bitterne and Southampton City Centre and easy access route to motorway links M3 and M27 .
The flat has underfloor heating , Virgin connection , two storage cupboards and is described as having a smooth finish to ceiling .
The key features of the property include : For more information visit the website .
This two bedroom top floor split level flat maisonette is situated in St. @ @ @ @ @ @ @ large lounge/diner with doors to the balcony , fitted kitchen , two bedrooms .
There is a family bathroom suite .
For more information visit the website .
This two bed semi-detached house is a complete project and needs renovating throughout .
There is a side entrance leading to an open plan lounge/diner , kitchen , lobby and bathroom .
There is also side pedestrian access to an enclosed garden area to the rear .
For viewings and more information visit Zoopla .

Properties in the city average at £293,647 which is higher than the national average of £231,855.
These are currently Zoopla’s cheapest homes to buy in Southampton right now:
Price: £60,000
One bed flat – Woodside road, Portswood, SO17
This ground floor purpose built one double bedroom apartment is located to the front of a block of six apartments.
The property is described as offering gas central heating (not tested) and UPVC double glazing with modern kitchen and bathroom areas.
For more information visit the website.
Price: £72,000
One bed flat – Wavell Road, SO18
This property is described as being situated close to all local amenities with good bus routes to Woolston, Bitterne and Southampton City Centre and easy access route to motorway links M3 and M27 .
The flat has underfloor heating, Virgin connection, two storage cupboards and is described as having a smooth finish to ceiling.
For more information visit Zoopla.
Price: £99,950
One bed flat – Old Redbridge Road, Southampton SO15
The key features of the property include:
One bedroom
Sizeable lounge/diner
Newly fitted electric heating
Kitchen
Security entry system
Close to railway station and road links
For more information visit the website.
Price: £180,000
Two bed terraced house - Augustine Road, SO14
This two bedroom top floor split level flat maisonette is situated in St. Marys.
The property comprises of a large lounge/diner with doors to the balcony, fitted kitchen, two bedrooms. There is a family bathroom suite.
For more information visit the website.
Price: 130,000
Two bed semi-detached – Henry Road, Freemantle, Southampton, SO15
This two bed semi-detached house is a complete project and needs renovating throughout.
There is a side entrance leading to an open plan lounge/diner, kitchen, lobby and bathroom.
There is also side pedestrian access to an enclosed garden area to the rear.
For viewings and more information visit Zoopla.


thedailyecho--2020-07-26--Shops we've loved and lost on our high street

We all know our beloved high streets are in peril , with the rise of online shopping , free returns and next day delivery - shopping from the comfort of your sofa has never been easier .
But what about those afternoons and weekends we used to spend walking up and down the high street trying to find the best bargain or perfect pair of shoes ... From rummaging through the shelves at Beatties to getting pick n mix after school from Woolies , which stores and memories do you miss the most ?
Timothy Whites was a chemist and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in 1848 .
From then , it went on to have over 600 stores up , including one on Above Bar , until the chain was bought by Boots in 1968 .
One of Britain ’ s most quintessential high street stores has got to be Woolworths .
As kids we used to run in after school to grab a bag of pick n mix whilst tasting the odd one as we went .
Mum ’ s always referred to it as ‘ Woolies ’ and no back-to-school shop was complete without stopping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Southampton was opened in 1913 and was located in East Street .
It wasn ’ t until 1923 when the store in Above Bar Street opened its doors , providing the public with an additional , larger outlet in which to shop .
The Woolies on Above Bar Street closed its doors 11 years ago .
Founded in Brighton in 1930 , Radio Rentals was iconic in it ’ s day as the shop to rent your radio , television or video recorders .
The company boomed at the turn of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the latest TV sets and material gadgets in our homes at affordable prices .
In the 90 ’ s Radio Rentals brought the iconic Rumbelows stores that once rivalled the likes of Currys , Dixons and Comet .
The Radio Rentals shop was also on Above Bar Street .
However , the company became defunct in 2000 as electronics became cheaper to buy and the need to rent became less .
The fifty shilling tailors did exactly what it said on the tin .
The shopfront was right on the corner next door @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Street .
Known as the shop to buy shoes for ‘ all the family ’ , there was a branch of Freeman Hardy and Willis in nearly every town across the country , including Above Bar Street on the high street .
The shop used to wrap their shoes in iconic brown paper bags , imprinted with the letters FHW which became known as the legend ‘ for happy walking ’ .
During the 90 ’ s many Freeman Hardy and Willis stores were turned into Hush Puppies stores and the empire closed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ know the excitement of a Friday night trip to Blockbuster in Portswood to rent a few movies for the weekend .
Before the likes of Netflix and TV on-demand , Blockbuster was the place to go to choose what to watch and get some perfect movie snacks .
The film , TV and games rental company went into administration in 2013 .
Not quite on the high street but this iconic toy store couldn ’ t be missed off the list .
The old Toys R Us site near the White Hart roundabout @ @ @ @ @ @ @ giant announced in March 2018 that all UK stores would begin liquidation and be closed within six weeks .
The shop 's rival , Smyths , purchased Toys R Us stores in Germany , Austria and Switzerland as well as their head office in Cologne .
A new multi-million-pound plan has recently been revealed to turn the old Toys R Us into a modern block of offices .
If we have missed your favourite shop , let us know in the comments !

But what about those afternoons and weekends we used to spend walking up and down the high street trying to find the best bargain or perfect pair of shoes...
From rummaging through the shelves at Beatties to getting pick n mix after school from Woolies, which stores and memories do you miss the most?
Timothy Whites
Timothy Whites was a chemist and houseware store that first opened in Portsmouth in 1848.
From then, it went on to have over 600 stores up, including one on Above Bar, until the chain was bought by Boots in 1968.
Woolworths
Woolworths in the 1950s.
One of Britain’s most quintessential high street stores has got to be Woolworths.
As kids we used to run in after school to grab a bag of pick n mix whilst tasting the odd one as we went.
Mum’s always referred to it as ‘Woolies’ and no back-to-school shop was complete without stopping into the store.
The original Woolworths in Southampton was opened in 1913 and was located in East Street.
It wasn’t until 1923 when the store in Above Bar Street opened its doors, providing the public with an additional, larger outlet in which to shop.
The Woolies on Above Bar Street closed its doors 11 years ago.
Radio Rentals
Founded in Brighton in 1930, Radio Rentals was iconic in it’s day as the shop to rent your radio, television or video recorders.
The company boomed at the turn of the 1980’s when we all wanted the latest TV sets and material gadgets in our homes at affordable prices.
In the 90’s Radio Rentals brought the iconic Rumbelows stores that once rivalled the likes of Currys, Dixons and Comet.
The Radio Rentals shop was also on Above Bar Street.
However, the company became defunct in 2000 as electronics became cheaper to buy and the need to rent became less.
The Fifty Shilling Tailors
The fifty shilling tailors did exactly what it said on the tin.
The shopfront was right on the corner next door to the old Forum on Above Bar Street.
Freeman Hardy and Willis
Known as the shop to buy shoes for ‘all the family’, there was a branch of Freeman Hardy and Willis in nearly every town across the country, including Above Bar Street on the high street.
The shop used to wrap their shoes in iconic brown paper bags, imprinted with the letters FHW which became known as the legend ‘for happy walking’.
During the 90’s many Freeman Hardy and Willis stores were turned into Hush Puppies stores and the empire closed in 1996.
Blockbuster
Our grandchildren will never know the excitement of a Friday night trip to Blockbuster in Portswood to rent a few movies for the weekend.
Before the likes of Netflix and TV on-demand, Blockbuster was the place to go to choose what to watch and get some perfect movie snacks.
The film, TV and games rental company went into administration in 2013.
Toys R Us
Not quite on the high street but this iconic toy store couldn’t be missed off the list.
The old Toys R Us site near the White Hart roundabout was sold last year.
The toy giant announced in March 2018 that all UK stores would begin liquidation and be closed within six weeks.
The shop's rival, Smyths, purchased Toys R Us stores in Germany, Austria and Switzerland as well as their head office in Cologne.
A new multi-million-pound plan has recently been revealed to turn the old Toys R Us into a modern block of offices.
If we have missed your favourite shop, let us know in the comments!


thedailyecho--2020-07-26--Coronavirus: Tourists in Spain told to self-isolate on UK return

HOLIDAYMAKERS returning from Spain will have to quarantine for 14 days after Covid second wave fears convinced ministers to remove the European country from the UK ’ s safe list .
The so-called “ travel corridor ” with Spain has been shutdown after it reported more than 900 new daily infections for the past two days .
The decision means those coming back from the popular holiday destination will have to self-isolate for two weeks upon their return to UK after all four administrations – England , Wales , Scotland and Northern Ireland – opted to join forces over the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ came into effect from the early hours on Sunday , not only caught unsuspecting members of the public off guard , but ministers too .
It has been confirmed Transport Secretary Grant Shapps – whose department announced the rule change – flew to Spain on Saturday morning to start his summer holiday , meaning he will have to quarantine for a fortnight if the travel corridor remains suspended by the end of his trip .
A UK Government spokesman said : “ The Joint Biosecurity Centre together with Public Health England have updated @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the latest data .
“ As a result , Spain has been removed from the lists of countries from which passengers arriving in England , Scotland , Wales and Northern Ireland are exempted from the need to self-isolate .
“ Protecting public health is our absolute priority and we have taken this decision to limit any potential spread to the UK .
“ We ’ ve always been clear that we would act immediately to remove a country where necessary .
“ Both our list of quarantine exemptions and the FCO travel advice @ @ @ @ @ @ @ risk assessments.
” The reintroduction of quarantine measures will apply to those returning from mainland Spain , the Canary Islands and the Balearic Islands , such as Palma and Ibiza , the Department for Transport ( DfT ) confirmed .
The Foreign Office is now advising against all but essential travel to mainland Spain .
Employers are being urged by the DfT to be “ understanding of those returning from Spain who now will need to self-isolate ” following the sudden advice change .
But the move is likely to cast doubt on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as they weigh up the risk of travelling to Spain and the need to stay home for two weeks upon arriving back in Britain .
Spain has reported more than 900 new daily infections for the last two days as authorities warn the country that lost 28,000 lives before getting its outbreak under control could be facing the start of a second major outbreak .
On Thursday , the Spanish health ministry reported 971 new daily infections , the biggest daily increase since Spain ’ s lockdown ended .
Catalonia became the latest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ trying to halt new infection clusters .
The wealthy north-east region – home to Barcelona – ordered all nightclubs to close for 15 days and put a midnight curfew on bars in the greater Barcelona area and other towns around Lleida that have become contagion hot zones .
Labour ’ s shadow home secretary Nick Thomas-Symonds said the news would be “ deeply concerning for families ” currently in Spain or who were planning a trip , and called for ministers to release details explaining how people affected would be supported .

The so-called “travel corridor” with Spain has been shutdown after it reported more than 900 new daily infections for the past two days.
The decision means those coming back from the popular holiday destination will have to self-isolate for two weeks upon their return to UK after all four administrations – England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland – opted to join forces over the move.
The fresh measures, which came into effect from the early hours on Sunday, not only caught unsuspecting members of the public off guard, but ministers too.
It has been confirmed Transport Secretary Grant Shapps – whose department announced the rule change – flew to Spain on Saturday morning to start his summer holiday, meaning he will have to quarantine for a fortnight if the travel corridor remains suspended by the end of his trip.
A UK Government spokesman said: “The Joint Biosecurity Centre together with Public Health England have updated their coronavirus assessments of Spain based on the latest data.
“As a result, Spain has been removed from the lists of countries from which passengers arriving in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are exempted from the need to self-isolate.
“Protecting public health is our absolute priority and we have taken this decision to limit any potential spread to the UK.
“We’ve always been clear that we would act immediately to remove a country where necessary.
“Both our list of quarantine exemptions and the FCO travel advice are being updated to reflect these latest risk assessments.”
The reintroduction of quarantine measures will apply to those returning from mainland Spain, the Canary Islands and the Balearic Islands, such as Palma and Ibiza, the Department for Transport (DfT) confirmed.
The Foreign Office is now advising against all but essential travel to mainland Spain.
Employers are being urged by the DfT to be “understanding of those returning from Spain who now will need to self-isolate” following the sudden advice change.
But the move is likely to cast doubt on thousands of people’s holiday plans as they weigh up the risk of travelling to Spain and the need to stay home for two weeks upon arriving back in Britain.
Spain has reported more than 900 new daily infections for the last two days as authorities warn the country that lost 28,000 lives before getting its outbreak under control could be facing the start of a second major outbreak.
On Thursday, the Spanish health ministry reported 971 new daily infections, the biggest daily increase since Spain’s lockdown ended.
Catalonia became the latest region to crack down on nightlife, trying to halt new infection clusters.
The wealthy north-east region – home to Barcelona – ordered all nightclubs to close for 15 days and put a midnight curfew on bars in the greater Barcelona area and other towns around Lleida that have become contagion hot zones.
Labour’s shadow home secretary Nick Thomas-Symonds said the news would be “deeply concerning for families” currently in Spain or who were planning a trip, and called for ministers to release details explaining how people affected would be supported.


thedailyecho--2020-07-26--Two hours of free parking across Romsey and Test Valley have ended

TEST Valley residents are being reminded free car parking will come to an end tomorrow .
As reported , standard parking charges have now resumed , which will see drivers will pay the new rate that came into force from April 1 , where customers can park for two hours for £1 .
This comes after Test Valley Borough Council ( TVBC ) suspended the charges in all its car parks on March 25 following the Prime Minister ’ s , Boris Johnson , lockdown announcement .
Now community leaders have revealed their thoughts on the parking charges coming back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Conservative , Cllr Nick Adams-King , said : `` We have said we would support the high street with free parking , but we can not keep doing this for much longer .
`` Our neighbours , such as Southampton , the New Forest and Eastleigh , all reinstated their parking charges before us and I 'm afraid we can not afford to keep it that way indefinitely .
`` But , we will be reviewing the situation and if we find ourselves back into lockdown again we will absolutely look at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , so it fits the situation . ''
Liberal Democrat Cllr John Parker , who represents Romsey Tadburn on the borough council , said : `` The scheme for free parking was so that residents who could n't travel to work , because they were at home , had somewhere to park .
`` What we need to do now is switch that around , so residents can go to work to provide space in car parks for shoppers . ''
He added : `` We need to see what happens during July @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is like , so when we get to the end of the month we can see if we need to persuade Test Valley to continue the two hours of free parking . ''
As previously reported in the Romsey Advertiser , TVBC 's car parks remained free of charge until June 22 .
From June 22 to today the local authority offered the first two hours of parking for free in all of their car parks before charges will be fully reintroduced tomorrow .

As reported, standard parking charges have now resumed, which will see drivers will pay the new rate that came into force from April 1, where customers can park for two hours for £1.
This comes after Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) suspended the charges in all its car parks on March 25 following the Prime Minister’s, Boris Johnson, lockdown announcement.
Now community leaders have revealed their thoughts on the parking charges coming back into force.
Deputy leader for TVBC and Conservative, Cllr Nick Adams-King, said: "We have said we would support the high street with free parking, but we cannot keep doing this for much longer.
"Our neighbours, such as Southampton, the New Forest and Eastleigh, all reinstated their parking charges before us and I'm afraid we cannot afford to keep it that way indefinitely.
"But, we will be reviewing the situation and if we find ourselves back into lockdown again we will absolutely look at what we need to do with parking, so it fits the situation."
Liberal Democrat Cllr John Parker, who represents Romsey Tadburn on the borough council, said: "The scheme for free parking was so that residents who couldn't travel to work, because they were at home, had somewhere to park.
"What we need to do now is switch that around, so residents can go to work to provide space in car parks for shoppers."
He added: "We need to see what happens during July with footfall in town and what trading is like, so when we get to the end of the month we can see if we need to persuade Test Valley to continue the two hours of free parking."
As previously reported in the Romsey Advertiser, TVBC's car parks remained free of charge until June 22.
From June 22 to today the local authority offered the first two hours of parking for free in all of their car parks before charges will be fully reintroduced tomorrow.


thedailyecho--2020-07-26--Coronavirus helpline success for Hampshire residents

A Coronavirus helpline has been declared a success as it helped thousands of shielding Hampshire residents during lockdown .
The Hantshelp4vunerbale helpline was launched by Hampshire councils for shielding residents who do not have support from family and friends and who need urgent help , assistance with shopping and collecting medication or at risk of loneliness .
At its peak , the helpline was making and receiving 600 calls a day with over 6000 referrals for support since April .
The support line is now scaling back operations as life starts to return to normal .
The helpline which was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ county ’ s 11 district and borough councils and local voluntary groups will now revert to a weekday only operation From Saturday 1 August , the Hantshelp4vunerable helpline will be available 9am to 5pm Monday – Thursday and 9am to 4.30pm on Fridays .
Graham Allen , Hampshire County Council ’ s Director of Adults ’ Health and Care , said : “ When lockdown began , we knew that there would potentially be a large number of vulnerable and shielding residents who did not have friends and family locally to support with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to stress that we can increase the service to seven days a week again , should we need to .
In the meantime , a huge thanks to everyone who has worked so hard over the course of the past few weeks to get the right support to the those who ’ ve really needed it – our job is not yet done , but for now , with the advice for those who have been shielding due to change , it is right that we scale our service back , albeit slightly.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ contacted on 0333 370 4000 .

The Hantshelp4vunerbale helpline was launched by Hampshire councils for shielding residents who do not have support from family and friends and who need urgent help, assistance with shopping and collecting medication or at risk of loneliness.
At its peak, the helpline was making and receiving 600 calls a day with over 6000 referrals for support since April.
The support line is now scaling back operations as life starts to return to normal.
The helpline which was created by Hampshire County Council, the county’s 11 district and borough councils and local voluntary groups will now revert to a weekday only operation
From Saturday 1 August, the Hantshelp4vunerable helpline will be available 9am to 5pm Monday – Thursday and 9am to 4.30pm on Fridays.
Graham Allen, Hampshire County Council’s Director of Adults’ Health and Care, said: “When lockdown began, we knew that there would potentially be a large number of vulnerable and shielding residents who did not have friends and family locally to support with essential supplies.
“It is important to stress that we can increase the service to seven days a week again, should we need to. In the meantime, a huge thanks to everyone who has worked so hard over the course of the past few weeks to get the right support to the those who’ve really needed it – our job is not yet done, but for now, with the advice for those who have been shielding due to change, it is right that we scale our service back, albeit slightly.”
The county council helpline can be contacted on 0333 370 4000.


thedailyecho--2020-07-25--Floryion Shkupi jailed at Southampton Crown Court

A DRUG dealer caught with a stash of cocaine believed to be worth more than £6,000 has been jailed .
Floryion Shkupi was part of a “ large enterprise ” when he was arrested with 66 pre-wrapped bags of cocaine .
The 23-year-old would deliver drugs to buyers having been sent their orders and postcodes by text , a court heard .
Shkupi appeared before Southampton Crown Court on Wednesday facing charges of possession of cocaine with intent to supply .
Prosecuting , Mary Aspinall-Miles told how police traced the Albanian national with respect to immigration matters .
They found @ @ @ @ @ @ @ belonging to his girlfriend , Jotilda Domi .
When they arrived , Shkupi also of Alma Road claimed he did not live at the address and that Domi was the only occupant .
• Drug dealer caught after being 'attacked by two men with a machete He was searched and found to have three bags of cocaine with between 82 and 84 per cent purity , a mobile phone and £40 in cash .
A full search of the property found 63 more bags and cash totalling £2,845 .
The overall value of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ £3,300 and £6,600 .
Following his arrest , Shkupi gave a no comment interview however later entered a guilty plea .
Defending , Robert Cowley told how Shkupi does not have the right to reside in the UK and how there was an element of exploitation with his situation .
Cowley said : `` He came to the UK with promises of all sorts of employment which never materialised .
He owed the debt of getting here and took the job because of his circumstances . ''
• Beer bottle and knife hurled @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Southampton During sentencing , Judge Christopher Parker QC said : `` There is strong evidence that you did this for financial gain or advantage . ''
He added : “ You were part of a large enterprise and you must have known that . ''
Judge Parker jailed him for two years and nine months .
Meanwhile , he ordered the forfeiture and destruction of the seized drugs .
Domi also appeared facing drugs charges however pleaded not guilty and was discharged .

Floryion Shkupi was part of a “large enterprise” when he was arrested with 66 pre-wrapped bags of cocaine.
The 23-year-old would deliver drugs to buyers having been sent their orders and postcodes by text, a court heard.
Shkupi appeared before Southampton Crown Court on Wednesday facing charges of possession of cocaine with intent to supply.
Prosecuting, Mary Aspinall-Miles told how police traced the Albanian national with respect to immigration matters.
They found him at a flat in Alma Road belonging to his girlfriend, Jotilda Domi.
When they arrived, Shkupi also of Alma Road claimed he did not live at the address and that Domi was the only occupant.
He was searched and found to have three bags of cocaine with between 82 and 84 per cent purity, a mobile phone and £40 in cash.
A full search of the property found 63 more bags and cash totalling £2,845.
The overall value of the drugs was believed to be between £3,300 and £6,600.
Following his arrest, Shkupi gave a no comment interview however later entered a guilty plea.
Defending, Robert Cowley told how Shkupi does not have the right to reside in the UK and how there was an element of exploitation with his situation.
Cowley said: "He came to the UK with promises of all sorts of employment which never materialised. He owed the debt of getting here and took the job because of his circumstances."
During sentencing, Judge Christopher Parker QC said: "There is strong evidence that you did this for financial gain or advantage."
He added: “You were part of a large enterprise and you must have known that."
Judge Parker jailed him for two years and nine months.
Meanwhile, he ordered the forfeiture and destruction of the seized drugs.
Domi also appeared facing drugs charges however pleaded not guilty and was discharged.


thedailyecho--2020-07-25--Silver Audi crashes on The Avenue in Southampton

A CAR has been dumped in the city centre after ploughing into a tree .
A silver Audi has been @ @ @ @ @ tree just off The Avenue .
Bits of debris are strewn around and the bonnet @ @ @ @ @ 'It was like a bomb going off ' : Police chase ends in four vehicle @ @ @ @ @ they were told about the incident by paramedics shortly before 8am .
No one has @ @ @ @ @ the car has not been recovered .
It is being treated as a `` road @ @ @ @ @ investigated as a crime .
A police spokesperson said : `` We received a call @ @ @ @ @ our colleagues at South Central Ambulance Service who had come across an Audi that had @ @ @ @ @ The Avenue , Southampton .
No-one was with the vehicle .
No injuries reported .
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A silver Audi has been abandoned after smashing into a tree just off The Avenue.
Bits of debris are strewn around and the bonnet has caved in.
According to police, they were told about the incident by paramedics shortly before 8am.
No one has been reported as injured however the car has not been recovered.
It is being treated as a "road traffic incident" and not investigated as a crime.
A police spokesperson said: "We received a call at 7.48am this morning from our colleagues at South Central Ambulance Service who had come across an Audi that had collided with a tree on The Avenue, Southampton. No-one was with the vehicle. No injuries reported."


thedailyecho--2020-07-28--Helicopter launched as Swanmore man arrested in Bishop's Waltham

POLICE launched a dramatic search for a missing armed man across Hampshire last night .
Officers deployed the police helicopter in the hunt for the 28-year-old over concerns for his safety .
Police said that their search centred on the ara of Bishop 's Waltham , pictured below , of the county The man , from Swanmore , has since been found .
He was then arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon .
• Police seize more than 40 stolen bikes from Southampton home In a series of tweets , Winchester Cops posted : `` We just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ activity in Bishop 's Waltham .
`` We were in the area carrying out a search for a 28-year-old missing person .
`` The man , from Swanmore , was believed to be in the Bishop 's Waltham area , and we , along with his family , were concerned about his welfare .
`` We deployed to the area and also enlisted the help of our colleagues in NPAS ( National Police Air Service ) to help us locate him .
`` We have since found the man and arrested him on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` No one was injured during the incident .
`` We know there was a lot of us in the area , so we just wanted to let you know why . ''
The Daily Echo has asked Hampshire Constabulary for any further updates .

Officers deployed the police helicopter in the hunt for the 28-year-old over concerns for his safety.
Police said that their search centred on the ara of Bishop's Waltham, pictured below, of the county
The man, from Swanmore, has since been found.
He was then arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon.
In a series of tweets, Winchester Cops posted: "We just wanted to update you on some police activity in Bishop's Waltham.
"We were in the area carrying out a search for a 28-year-old missing person.
"The man, from Swanmore, was believed to be in the Bishop's Waltham area, and we, along with his family, were concerned about his welfare.
"We deployed to the area and also enlisted the help of our colleagues in NPAS (National Police Air Service) to help us locate him.
"We have since found the man and arrested him on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon.
"No one was injured during the incident.
"We know there was a lot of us in the area, so we just wanted to let you know why."
The Daily Echo has asked Hampshire Constabulary for any further updates.


thedailyecho--2020-07-28--Stolen bikes seized from Bullar Road home

MORE than 40 bikes were discovered at a Southampton home as part of an ongoing police investigation .
Police took to a property on Bullar Road on Sunday after 48 bicycles were stolen .
• Woman knocked over and mauled by 'rottweiler ' dogs in beauty spot A 20-year-old man was then arrested on suspicion of handling stolen property but was later released .
He currently remains under investigation .
Police seized the vehicles that were believed to be stolen and loaded them onto a truck .
Residents `` could not believe '' how many bikes were being seized at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ nearby said : `` A police car and van turned up with an unmarked car , then a recovery truck turned up and the police started loading up bikes from the garden onto the truck .
• Hundreds of 'most dangerous ' guns are being held in Hampshire '' I checked to see what was going on and they were still taking bikes out . ''
While another said about six police officers were there , with two of them taking bikes out one-by-one .
She said : `` I 've seen all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wondered where they come from .
`` I was watching out the window and saw them bringing bikes out one at a time , so I asked what 's going on .
`` I could n't believe it , all these bikes coming out - it took them two and a half hours for them to pile them up . ''
The resident added that officers were taking photographs of each bike .
Other neighbours wondered if their previously stolen bikes were on the truck .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Road , Southampton , at around 7pm yesterday ( 26 July ) as part of an ongoing investigation into the theft of pedal cycles .
“ A 20-year-old man from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of handling stolen property .
“ He has been released from custody but remains under investigation .
“ A large number of bikes believed to be stolen were seized .
`` Police have been told that some of these bikes were being advertised for sale online .
Our investigation will look into this . ''

Police took to a property on Bullar Road on Sunday after 48 bicycles were stolen.
A 20-year-old man was then arrested on suspicion of handling stolen property but was later released.
He currently remains under investigation.
Police seized the vehicles that were believed to be stolen and loaded them onto a truck.
Residents "could not believe" how many bikes were being seized at around 7pm.
One resident who lives nearby said: "A police car and van turned up with an unmarked car, then a recovery truck turned up and the police started loading up bikes from the garden onto the truck.
"I checked to see what was going on and they were still taking bikes out."
While another said about six police officers were there, with two of them taking bikes out one-by-one.
She said: "I've seen all the bikes there across the road and wondered where they come from.
"I was watching out the window and saw them bringing bikes out one at a time, so I asked what's going on.
"I couldn't believe it, all these bikes coming out - it took them two and a half hours for them to pile them up."
The resident added that officers were taking photographs of each bike.
Other neighbours wondered if their previously stolen bikes were on the truck.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said: “Officers attended an address on Bullar Road, Southampton, at around 7pm yesterday (26 July) as part of an ongoing investigation into the theft of pedal cycles.
“A 20-year-old man from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of handling stolen property.
“He has been released from custody but remains under investigation.
“A large number of bikes believed to be stolen were seized.
"Police have been told that some of these bikes were being advertised for sale online. Our investigation will look into this."


thedailyecho--2020-07-28--Southampton man appears in court after doing a poo in a police van

A SOUTHAMPTON man who did a poo in a police van and urinated in a custody cell has appeared in @ @ @ @ @ , 19 , of Cranbury Place in the city centre , also spat in the @ @ @ @ @ arrested in Weymouth in Dorset .
Poole magistrates ' court heard Bennett was arrested at @ @ @ @ @ 24 after breaking bail conditions not to enter the county of Dorset .
He admitted @ @ @ @ @ pleaded guilty to damaging a police cell van by defecating in it and damaging a @ @ @ @ @ urinating in it on the same date .
He was fined £100 and ordered to @ @ @ @ @ and £85 costs .

Joshua Wayne Bennett, 19, of Cranbury Place in the city centre, also spat in the police cell after he was arrested in Weymouth in Dorset.
Poole magistrates' court heard Bennett was arrested at Weymouth railway station on July 24 after breaking bail conditions not to enter the county of Dorset. He admitted the breach.
He also pleaded guilty to damaging a police cell van by defecating in it and damaging a custody cell by spitting and urinating in it on the same date.
He was fined £100 and ordered to pay a £34 victim surcharge and £85 costs.


thedailyecho--2020-07-28--A look through Oasis Academy Sholing proms following 'sudden' cancellation

THERE was sadness among students and parents after a `` promised '' leavers prom was cancelled last week .
The year 11 prom for Oasis Academy Sholing students was cancelled , after students were `` promised a prom in 2021 '' .
So we 've taken a look though the Daily Echo prom archives to find Oasis Academy Sholing ( Sholing Technology College ) prom photos throughout the years : Last week , a letter was sent out to parents that stated the school had cancelled the prom following `` advice '' from Southampton City Council and Public Health England @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a leavers prom '' .
One parent of a year 11 student at the prom told the Daily Echo : `` They were promised they would have the prom even if it is arranged next year in 2021 , but now Oasis Sholing have decided to cancel it . ''
A spokesperson from Oasis Academy Sholing said that they were now planning a `` celebratory event '' , should government guidance allow , next year - but made no further mention of a prom .
Parents are expected to receive letters regarding this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ light of the current coronavirus pandemic we unfortunately had to make the difficult decision of postponing this year ’ s Oasis Academy Sholing Prom . ''

The year 11 prom for Oasis Academy Sholing students was cancelled, after students were "promised a prom in 2021".
So we've taken a look though the Daily Echo prom archives to find Oasis Academy Sholing (Sholing Technology College) prom photos throughout the years:
Last week, a letter was sent out to parents that stated the school had cancelled the prom following "advice" from Southampton City Council and Public Health England saying that they "should not hold a leavers prom".
One parent of a year 11 student at the prom told the Daily Echo: "They were promised they would have the prom even if it is arranged next year in 2021, but now Oasis Sholing have decided to cancel it."
A spokesperson from Oasis Academy Sholing said that they were now planning a "celebratory event", should government guidance allow, next year - but made no further mention of a prom. Parents are expected to receive letters regarding this soon.
They said: “In light of the current coronavirus pandemic we unfortunately had to make the difficult decision of postponing this year’s Oasis Academy Sholing Prom."


thedailyecho--2020-07-28--Sir Desmond Swayne MP wears face mask to a Post Office just weeks after branding them a 'monstrous i

Sir Desmond Swayne MP wears face mask to a Post Office just weeks after branding them a 'monstrous imposition'

TORY MP Sir Desmond Swayne has been pictured wearing a face mask to go shopping just weeks after branding them a `` monstrous imposition '' .
Face coverings are now mandatory in shops across the UK , and those who do not wear them risk a £100 fine .
Initially many experts and authorities , including the World Health Organisation ( WHO ) , suggested face coverings were not effective in preventing the spread of coronavirus but are now recommending wearing them in indoor spaces .
As reported by the Daily Echo , the New Forest West MP raised the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , questioning health secretary Matt Hancock over how the policy would be enforced .
Sir Desmond said : `` Nothing would make me less likely to go shopping than the thought of having to mask up .
`` Was this consultation with the police force and particularly the chief constable of Hampshire , for it is she that will have to enforce this monstrous imposition against myself and a number of outraged and reluctant constituents ? ''
The MP appears to have changed his mind , after posting a picture on social media @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the post office in Bransgore .
`` Got to the Post Office in Bransgore and discovered the only serviceable covering available was Snoop 's blanket .
`` When I got to the counter they very kindly offered me one of their own masks . ''

Face coverings are now mandatory in shops across the UK, and those who do not wear them risk a £100 fine.
Initially many experts and authorities, including the World Health Organisation (WHO), suggested face coverings were not effective in preventing the spread of coronavirus but are now recommending wearing them in indoor spaces.
As reported by the Daily Echo, the New Forest West MP raised the issue in Parliament earlier in the month, questioning health secretary Matt Hancock over how the policy would be enforced.
Dagnabbit. Got to the Post Office in Bransgore and discovered the only serviceable covering available was Snoop’s blanket. When I got to the counter they very kindly offered me pne of their own masks pic.twitter.com/LQFK3ceWln — Desmond Swayne (@DesmondSwayne) July 28, 2020
Sir Desmond said: "Nothing would make me less likely to go shopping than the thought of having to mask up.
"Was this consultation with the police force and particularly the chief constable of Hampshire, for it is she that will have to enforce this monstrous imposition against myself and a number of outraged and reluctant constituents?"
The MP appears to have changed his mind, after posting a picture on social media showing him covering his face before entering the post office in Bransgore.
He wrote: "Dagnabbit.
"Got to the Post Office in Bransgore and discovered the only serviceable covering available was Snoop's blanket.
"When I got to the counter they very kindly offered me one of their own masks."


thedailyecho--2020-07-28--Crash involving motorcyclist in Titchfield

A MOTORCYCLIST has been taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries .
Police are now hunting for witnesses following a serious crash in Titchfield this morning .
The rider of the motorcycle , a man , came off his bike on the St Margaret ’ s Roundabout at 5.50am today .
A dark-coloured vehicle , believed to be involved in a collision with the bike , left the scene .
Police would like the driver of that vehicle to contact them .
The man has been taken to hospital .
The westbound carriage way between Titchfield Gyratory and St Margaret ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said : `` We would like to appeal to anyone who may have seen what happened this morning , to make contact with us .
`` We are specifically looking to identify the driver of the vehicle the bike was believed to be in collision with , described as a dark-coloured car .
`` If you were on this stretch of road early this morning , witnessed anything , or have dash cam footage that may be able to assist us , please get in touch .

Police are now hunting for witnesses following a serious crash in Titchfield this morning.
The rider of the motorcycle, a man, came off his bike on the St Margaret’s Roundabout at 5.50am today.
A dark-coloured vehicle, believed to be involved in a collision with the bike, left the scene. Police would like the driver of that vehicle to contact them.
The man has been taken to hospital.
The westbound carriage way between Titchfield Gyratory and St Margaret’s Roundabout was closed as a result.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said: "We would like to appeal to anyone who may have seen what happened this morning, to make contact with us.
"We are specifically looking to identify the driver of the vehicle the bike was believed to be in collision with, described as a dark-coloured car.
"If you were on this stretch of road early this morning, witnessed anything, or have dash cam footage that may be able to assist us, please get in touch.
"Call 101 and quote 44200282097."


thedailyecho--2020-07-28--Major road works in Fareham

Major road works in Fareham

MAJOR road works are set to take place on the M27 .
Highways England will be carrying out vegetation works along the junction 8 westbound exit slip road , near Fareham .
This will be in a bid to accommodate future activities while they work to convert the M27 to a smart motorway .
The clearance work will take place overnight from 3 August 2020 to 5 August 2020 between the hours of 9pm and 6am the next day .
Highways England are also continuing to undertake overnight work to transfer traffic management from the central reservation over to the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ All works will take place overnight from 8pm until 6am the following morning .
M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4 M27 junction 4 eastbound to M27 junction 5 M27 junction 9 westbound to M27 junction 8 M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4 M27 junction 4 eastbound to M27 junction 5 M27 junction 9 westbound to M27 junction 8 M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4 M27 junction 4 eastbound to M27 junction 5 M27 junction 9 westbound to M27 junction 8 M3 southbound to M27 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 4 eastbound to M27 junction 5 M27 junction 5 eastbound to M27 junction 7 M27 junction 8 eastbound to M27 junction 9 M27 junction 9 westbound to M27 junction 8 M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4 M27 junction 4 eastbound to M27 junction 5 M27 junction 5 eastbound to M27 junction 7 M27 junction 8 eastbound to M27 junction 9 M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4 M27 junction 5 westbound to M27 junction 4 M27 junction 5 westbound entry slip road M27 junction 9 westbound to M27 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ link at junction 4 M27 junction 5 westbound to M27 junction 4 M27 junction 5 westbound entry slip road M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4 M27 junction 5 westbound to M27 junction 4 M27 junction 5 westbound entry slip road M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4 M27 junction 5 westbound to M27 junction 4 M27 junction 5 westbound entry slip road M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4 M27 junction 5 westbound to M27 junction 4 M27 junction 5 westbound entry slip road

Highways England will be carrying out vegetation works along the junction 8 westbound exit slip road.
This will be in a bid to accommodate future activities while they work to convert the M27 to a smart motorway.
The clearance work will take place overnight from 3 August 2020 to 5 August 2020 between the hours of 9pm and 6am the next day.
Highways England are also continuing to undertake overnight work to transfer traffic management from the central reservation over to the verge area throughout the entire scheme.
All works will take place overnight from 8pm until 6am the following morning.
Works include:
3 August
M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4
M27 junction 4 eastbound to M27 junction 5
M27 junction 9 westbound to M27 junction 8
4 August
M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4
M27 junction 4 eastbound to M27 junction 5
M27 junction 9 westbound to M27 junction 8
5 August
M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4
M27 junction 4 eastbound to M27 junction 5
M27 junction 9 westbound to M27 junction 8
6 August
M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4
M27 junction 4 eastbound to M27 junction 5
M27 junction 5 eastbound to M27 junction 7
M27 junction 8 eastbound to M27 junction 9
M27 junction 9 westbound to M27 junction 8
7 August
M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4
M27 junction 4 eastbound to M27 junction 5
M27 junction 5 eastbound to M27 junction 7
M27 junction 8 eastbound to M27 junction 9
8 August
M27 junction 9 eastbound to M27 junction 11
9 August
M27 junction 9 westbound to M27 junction 8
10 August
M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4
M27 junction 5 westbound to M27 junction 4
M27 junction 5 westbound entry slip road
M27 junction 9 westbound to M27 junction 8
11 August
M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4
M27 junction 5 westbound to M27 junction 4
M27 junction 5 westbound entry slip road
12 August
M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4
M27 junction 5 westbound to M27 junction 4
M27 junction 5 westbound entry slip road
13 August
M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4
M27 junction 5 westbound to M27 junction 4
M27 junction 5 westbound entry slip road
14 August
M3 southbound to M27 eastbound link at junction 4
M27 junction 5 westbound to M27 junction 4
M27 junction 5 westbound entry slip road


thedailyecho--2020-07-28--Sammy the Seal spotted at Beaulieu River

A SEAL known as Sammy has turned up in the New Forest .
People are now being urged to keep @ @ @ @ @ Seal was spotted hitching a ride on a boat at the Beaulieu River .
Another @ @ @ @ @ the past across the New Forest and Dorset , but is known to be Weymouth @ @ @ @ @ has been confirmed that they are different seals , as the Weymouth-based Sammy the Seal @ @ @ @ @ his head and is of a different colour .
But it looks like a new @ @ @ @ @ waters , as he was recently seen at the Beaulieu River after 6pm on Friday @ @ @ @ @ social media : `` If you 're lucky enough to see one of these cheeky @ @ @ @ @ Keep your distance If a seal approaches you , let it decide how close to @ @ @ @ @ t touch it . ''

People are now being urged to keep their distance after Sammy the Seal was spotted hitching a ride on a boat at the Beaulieu River.
Another seal has been spotted in the past across the New Forest and Dorset, but is known to be Weymouth's resident seal.
It has been confirmed that they are different seals, as the Weymouth-based Sammy the Seal has a distinguishable mark on his head and is of a different colour.
But it looks like a new seal has taken to Hampshire waters, as he was recently seen at the Beaulieu River after 6pm on Friday.
Beaulieu Water wrote on social media: "If you're lucky enough to see one of these cheeky creatures, please remember: Keep your distance If a seal approaches you, let it decide how close to get and please don’t touch it."


thedailyecho--2020-07-28--Billy-Joel Chapman to appear at Southampton Magistrates' Court facing drink driving charge

A MAN is due in court facing a drink driving charge following a city centre crash .
Billy-Joel Chapman was @ @ @ @ @ driving following a crash on the night of Friday , July 24 .
It comes @ @ @ @ @ reports of a grey Audi Q3 which had ploughed into a tree off The Avenue @ @ @ @ @ the scene for much of the weekend .
According to police no other vehicles were @ @ @ @ @ no one was injured .
The crash happened at the junction of Dorset Street and @ @ @ @ @ , of Middle Road in Southampton is due to appear at Southampton Magistrates Court on @ @ @

Billy-Joel Chapman was arrested and charged with drink driving following a crash on the night of Friday, July 24.
It comes after police were called to reports of a grey Audi Q3 which had ploughed into a tree off The Avenue.
The car remained at the scene for much of the weekend.
According to police no other vehicles were involved in the crash and no one was injured.
The crash happened at the junction of Dorset Street and The Avenue
Chapman, 20, of Middle Road in Southampton is due to appear at Southampton Magistrates Court on August 27.


thedailyecho--2020-07-28--Plans for Fawley power station site given the green light

MULTI-MILLION pound plans to transform one of Hampshire ’ s biggest industrial sites have been given the green light .
After an almost five-hour long meeting , civic chiefs at New Forest District Council approved the larger of two applications to redevelop land occupied by the former Fawley power station .
A total of 1,380 homes , a 2,100-space car park and 95,300 square metres of new commercial , civic and employment space are to be built at the site .
The scheme put forward by Fawley Waterside Ltd , is expected to create 2,300 jobs , most of which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ industry .
During a special meeting of the planning committee at the district council , the plans were branded as one of the most significant planning application that the council ’ s planning committee “ will ever be asked to determine ” .
Most councillors welcomed the proposals and 15 out of 18 members voted in favour of the scheme , while one voted against it and two members abstained .
The developer described it as “ the largest expansion of the New Forest landscaping for many generations ” .
But civic chiefs @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , roadworks on the A326 , the future of the railway as well health and education provision .
Councillors and residents spent hours quizzing developers and officers over the impact of the scheme on the A326 .
Talking to members resident Stephen Payne said the development and the dual carriageway on the A326 need to go “ hand in hand ” .
“ We can ’ t have this wonderful development as it is .
It would be fantastic but the misery it will cause to the people living in the area is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Cllr Mahmoud Kangarani said : “ It is causing trouble to approve this plan because of the traffic it is going to cause .
It is very difficult .
There ’ s no mitigation at the moment for the A326 that I can see viable.
” Cllr Malcolm Wade suggested to defer the decision until a more detailed transport plan would be available .
But planning bosses said the transport package is “ comprehensive ” .
Both officers and developers highlighted that some improvement schemes for the A326 have already been agreed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ junctions along the A326 and the B3053 .
Members were also told that alternative transport is also being considered and that while a ferry proposal was not part of the application , “ the transport strategy recognises that water transport could play a key role ” .
Officers said they are satisfied that the proposed improvements mitigate the impact of the scheme on the highway network .
Applicant Aldred Drummond added : “ Our ambition is to build one of the most beautiful towns in England and one with solid economic purpose .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ in southern England.
” He also stressed that the scheme would boost the local economy and that the improvement on the A326 would be beneficial for local residents .
Councillors also approved proposals for a primary access road through the site .
This would be about 2km in length with two new roundabouts .
Today members of the National Park Authority ( NPA ) will consider a separate proposal to build 120 homes and a primary school , plus flood defences and a sea wall , on land surrounding the main power station @ @ @ @ @ @ @ must be approved before the scheme can go ahead .

After an almost five-hour long meeting, civic chiefs at New Forest District Council approved the larger of two applications to redevelop land occupied by the former Fawley power station.
A total of 1,380 homes, a 2,100-space car park and 95,300 square metres of new commercial, civic and employment space are to be built at the site.
The scheme put forward by Fawley Waterside Ltd, is expected to create 2,300 jobs, most of which would be in the marine and technology industry.
During a special meeting of the planning committee at the district council, the plans were branded as one of the most significant planning application that the council’s planning committee “will ever be asked to determine”.
Most councillors welcomed the proposals and 15 out of 18 members voted in favour of the scheme, while one voted against it and two members abstained.
The developer described it as “the largest expansion of the New Forest landscaping for many generations”.
But civic chiefs asked for reassurance over transport, traffic, roadworks on the A326, the future of the railway as well health and education provision. Councillors and residents spent hours quizzing developers and officers over the impact of the scheme on the A326.
Talking to members resident Stephen Payne said the development and the dual carriageway on the A326 need to go “hand in hand”.
“We can’t have this wonderful development as it is. It would be fantastic but the misery it will cause to the people living in the area is just not viable,” he added. Cllr Mahmoud Kangarani
said: “It is causing trouble to approve this plan because of the traffic it is going to cause. It is very difficult. There’s no mitigation at the moment for the A326 that I can see viable.” Cllr Malcolm Wade suggested to defer the decision until a more detailed transport plan would be available.
But planning bosses said the transport package is “comprehensive”.
Both officers and developers highlighted that some improvement schemes for the A326 have already been agreed. These include the upgrade of eight junctions along the A326 and the B3053.
Members were also told that alternative transport is also being considered and that while a ferry proposal was not part of the application, “the transport strategy recognises that water transport could play a key role”.
Officers said they are satisfied that the proposed improvements mitigate the impact of the scheme on the highway network.
Applicant Aldred Drummond added: “Our ambition is to build one of the most beautiful towns in England and one with solid economic purpose. This is the most significant regeneration project in southern England.”
He also stressed that the scheme would boost the local economy and that the improvement on the A326 would be beneficial for local residents.
Councillors also approved proposals for a primary access road through the site. This would be about 2km in length with two new roundabouts.
Today members of the National Park Authority (NPA) will consider a separate proposal to build 120 homes and a primary school, plus flood defences and a sea wall, on land surrounding the main power station site. It is understood both applications must be approved before the scheme can go ahead.


thedailyecho--2020-07-28--LETTER - Embrace Southampton cycle lanes

It doesn ’ t come as a shock that the residents of Southampton aren ’ t happy with the Green City plan for Southampton .
How do you combat congestion in Southampton ?
A lot of people will say : In fact , the above would actually increase congestion over time .
• Campaigners want to see more cycle lanes When it suddenly becomes easier to drive in Southampton , everyone will start doing it .
More and more people will fill the city streets with their cars .
Congestion will get worse , the pollution levels will get higher @ @ @ @ @ @ @ examples of this would be the M25 and Los Angeles in California .
When the government finished the M25 ’ s extensions and smart motorway system , the traffic was flowing .
But later on it started to get worse and worse and now it ’ s back to “ the largest car park in the UK ” .
LA is mostly highway and large roads , but traffic is constantly congested .
Their public transport system is getting better , but years of “ the car is our friend ” caused air @ @ @ @ @ @ @ skyrocket .
In trials all around the world , cities are finding that improving cycle lanes and improving public transport actually decreases congestion .
London has some of the safest roads in Europe to cycle in because they took ideas from Amsterdam .
To reduce congestion , you don ’ t improve the capacity on the roads , because sooner or later it ’ ll clog up with more cars .
The government has warned the council about its pollution levels , and have secured a huge amount of money from central government @ @ @ @ @ @ @ infrastructure .
It is not there to make your life in your car easier .
The plan is a huge change for Southampton ’ s roads and it helps cyclist journey time and safety , and the bus networks reaching more places .
Personally , I find the council ’ s 200-page plan ( which I doubt anybody has read ) great .
The council has secured a massive amount of money to do this , and all that money has to be spent on improving the cycle networks and public transport systems @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reveiwed by council The money can not be used to make the car journey quicker .
Good riddance .
Especially down Bassett Avenue , Hill Lane , Bitterne Road and Millbrook Road where 95 % of the cars have only one person in it ... the driver .
The councils plan includes three park and ride sites , a centralised bus station , more bus gates and lanes , more cycle lanes ... the list goes on , and none of you car drivers will like it .
In fact , after the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ no reason to drive into the city .
So , why don ’ t you all leave your cars at home , get the bike out of the shed or get your local bus app downloaded , and get to work easier , quicker and safer .
There is more buses than you think , even if you have to walk a bit .
Get over it , and stop whining .
It ’ ll get better , and soon you ’ ll have no choice but to use it .

How do you combat congestion in Southampton?
A lot of people will say:
• Remove the cycle and bus lanes
• Make the Itchen toll bridge free
• Remove traffic lights
• Increase parking spaces on the roads
In fact, the above would actually increase congestion over time.
Here’s why.
When it suddenly becomes easier to drive in Southampton, everyone will start doing it.
More and more people will fill the city streets with their cars.
Congestion will get worse, the pollution levels will get higher, all hell breaks loose.
Two examples of this would be the M25 and Los Angeles in California.
When the government finished the M25’s extensions and smart motorway system, the traffic was flowing.
But later on it started to get worse and worse and now it’s back to “the largest car park in the UK”.
LA is mostly highway and large roads, but traffic is constantly congested.
Their public transport system is getting better, but years of “the car is our friend” caused air quality to plummet, and congestion to skyrocket.
In trials all around the world, cities are finding that improving cycle lanes and improving public transport actually decreases congestion.
London has some of the safest roads in Europe to cycle in because they took ideas from Amsterdam.
To reduce congestion, you don’t improve the capacity on the roads, because sooner or later it’ll clog up with more cars.
The government has warned the council about its pollution levels, and have secured a huge amount of money from central government to improve cycle lanes and public transport infrastructure.
It is not there to make your life in your car easier.
The plan is a huge change for Southampton’s roads and it helps cyclist journey time and safety, and the bus networks reaching more places.
Personally, I find the council’s 200-page plan (which I doubt anybody has read) great.
The council has secured a massive amount of money to do this, and all that money has to be spent on improving the cycle networks and public transport systems.
The money cannot be used to make the car journey quicker. Good riddance. Especially down Bassett Avenue, Hill Lane, Bitterne Road and Millbrook Road where 95% of the cars have only one person in it... the driver.
The councils plan includes three park and ride sites, a centralised bus station, more bus gates and lanes, more cycle lanes... the list goes on, and none of you car drivers will like it.
In fact, after the plan is finished, there will be no reason to drive into the city.
So, why don’t you all leave your cars at home, get the bike out of the shed or get your local bus app downloaded, and get to work easier, quicker and safer. There is more buses than you think, even if you have to walk a bit.
It’s seriously not hard.
Get over it, and stop whining. It’ll get better, and soon you’ll have no choice but to use it.
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