thedailyecho--2020-08-18--LETTER - Traveller updates at Wicor Rec in Portchester

I 'd like to put on record my heartfelt thanks to Councillor Sean Woodward , council leader at Fareham Borough Council for all his help in the Portchester community while the travellers occupied Wicor Rec .
He kept us updated daily with the law on travellers , the timetable for moving them on and generally kept us all in the loop .
His posts on Voice 4 Portchester on Facebook were very helpful so I just wanted him to make sure he knows that much of Portchester appreciates it .
He took some stick from a small minority but I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at least he 's active and trying to help - I do n't even know who our local Councillor is , never heard from them ( except when they stuff leaflets through the door right before election time of course ) .
I saw some people call for a stronger gate but when travellers use an ankle grinder what can you do ?
Even blocking the place off is difficult because it 's so accessible .
There needs to be a change in the law to stop their bare faced criminal activities .

He kept us updated daily with the law on travellers, the timetable for moving them on and generally kept us all in the loop.
His posts on Voice 4 Portchester on Facebook were very helpful so I just wanted him to make sure he knows that much of Portchester appreciates it.
He took some stick from a small minority but I don't think it was justified, at least he's active and trying to help - I don't even know who our local Councillor is, never heard from them (except when they stuff leaflets through the door right before election time of course).
I saw some people call for a stronger gate but when travellers use an ankle grinder what can you do? Even blocking the place off is difficult because it's so accessible. There needs to be a change in the law to stop their bare faced criminal activities.
Tabby Wales
Portchester


thedailyecho--2020-08-18--Hampshire police renews appeal into death of Southampton cyclist

POLICE believe this is the van involved in a crash which killed a Southampton cyclist and led to a murder probe .
Detectives are investigating the death of Daniel Blakeman , 35 , of Millbrook Road East .
Daniel was riding a bike when he was in collision with a white van which failed to stop on July 17 on Waterloo Road .
On July 18 at 3pm , officers recovered the white van believed to be involved in the collision , a Citroen 625 Berlingo En-Prise , that had been left parked on Alexandra Road .
Daniel ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ August 11 , he died in hospital .
A woman in her 40s , who was also on the bicycle with Daniel Blakeman , sustained non-life-threatening injuries .
In that time , officers investigating the collision arrested two men in connection with the incident and have conducted a number of enquiries in the local area .
As reported , a 34-year-old man from Southampton was arrested as part of this investigation on suspicion of conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm with intent , sexual assault on a female , assault with intent to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drug of Class A and acquire/use/possess criminal property .
He was then re-arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder .
Police now say that the sexual assault arrest relates to an incident that happened on Milton Road on July 14 where a 23-year-old woman reported she had been sexually assaulted .
As well as him , a 33-year-old man also from the city had previously been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder , causing serious injury by dangerous driving , GBH , failing to stop after an accident and criminal damage .
On @ @ @ @ @ @ @ suspicion of murder and conspiracy to murder .
Today , one month on from the collision that happened at 9.50pm , officers are in the areas of Waterloo Road , where the collusion occurred , and Alexandra Road , where the van was found , appealing to residents for more information .
Detective Inspector Adam Edwards from Hampshire Constabulary ’ s Major Crime Team said : “ We would like to appeal to residents in both of these roads and ask them if they saw anything suspicious on Waterloo Road between 9.45pm and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which was July 17 , and on Alexandra Road between 9.45pm up until 3pm July 18 which is when the white van was located .
“ We ’ ve released an image of the van to help jog people ’ s memories .
You ’ ll see it has damage to the front bodywork and windscreen .
“ Do you live in Waterloo Road or Alexandra Road and where you home between these times or have private CCTV ?
“ Were you travelling through these areas on July 17 and 18 and do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Officers from the local neighbourhood team will be in the area tonight conducting enquiries and we would ask those who have any information or footage to make contact with them , or directly with us via 101.
” Anyone with information regarding this incident to call 101 and quote 44200266371 or quote Operation Chant .

Detectives are investigating the death of Daniel Blakeman, 35, of Millbrook Road East.
Daniel was riding a bike when he was in collision with a white van which failed to stop on July 17 on Waterloo Road.
On July 18 at 3pm, officers recovered the white van believed to be involved in the collision, a Citroen 625 Berlingo En-Prise, that had been left parked on Alexandra Road.
PIC: Daniel Blakeman, 35, died earlier this month
Daniel’s injuries were deemed life threatening and on August 11, he died in hospital.
A woman in her 40s, who was also on the bicycle with Daniel Blakeman, sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
In that time, officers investigating the collision arrested two men in connection with the incident and have conducted a number of enquiries in the local area.
As reported, a 34-year-old man from Southampton was arrested as part of this investigation on suspicion of conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm with intent, sexual assault on a female, assault with intent to commit robbery, possession of a controlled drug of Class A and acquire/use/possess criminal property. He was then re-arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder.
Police now say that the sexual assault arrest relates to an incident that happened on Milton Road on July 14 where a 23-year-old woman reported she had been sexually assaulted.
As well as him, a 33-year-old man also from the city had previously been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, causing serious injury by dangerous driving, GBH, failing to stop after an accident and criminal damage.
On Tuesday August 11 he was re-arrested on suspicion of murder and conspiracy to murder.
Today, one month on from the collision that happened at 9.50pm, officers are in the areas of Waterloo Road, where the collusion occurred, and Alexandra Road, where the van was found, appealing to residents for more information.
Detective Inspector Adam Edwards from Hampshire Constabulary’s Major Crime Team said: “We would like to appeal to residents in both of these roads and ask them if they saw anything suspicious on Waterloo Road between 9.45pm and 10.50pm on the night of the collision which was July 17, and on Alexandra Road between 9.45pm up until 3pm July 18 which is when the white van was located.
“We’ve released an image of the van to help jog people’s memories. You’ll see it has damage to the front bodywork and windscreen.
“Do you live in Waterloo Road or Alexandra Road and where you home between these times or have private CCTV?
“Were you travelling through these areas on July 17 and 18 and do you have dash cam footage?
“Officers from the local neighbourhood team will be in the area tonight conducting enquiries and we would ask those who have any information or footage to make contact with them, or directly with us via 101.”
Anyone with information regarding this incident to call 101 and quote 44200266371 or quote Operation Chant.
Alternatively people can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-08-18--Death of Totton cyclist 'not suspicious' says Dorset Police

THE death of a Hampshire cyclist is no longer being treated as suspicious , police have confirmed .
The body @ @ @ @ @ was found near Dorset 's Old Harry Rocks on Sunday .
The 54-year-old was last @ @ @ @ @ Saturday at 8am , when he left his home to go on a cycle ride @ @ @ @ @ or made contact .
A spokesperson for Dorset Police said : `` We can confirm @ @ @ @ @ as non-suspicious and we are carrying out enquiries on behalf of the coroner . ''

The body of Totton man Martin Turner was found near Dorset's Old Harry Rocks on Sunday.
The 54-year-old was last seen by his family on Saturday at 8am, when he left his home to go on a cycle ride and had not returned since or made contact.
A spokesperson for Dorset Police said: "We can confirm the death is being treated as non-suspicious and we are carrying out enquiries on behalf of the coroner."


thedailyecho--2020-08-18--Totton man in court following theft from Asda supermarket

A MAN has been charged after a theft from a Totton supermarket .
Michael Bryn Shanley , 32 , of @ @ @ @ @ with theft following an incident at the town 's Asda supermarket .
Hampshire Constabulary says @ @ @ @ @ on Sunday 9 August , a man attempted to commit a high value theft from @ @ @ @ @ Road but was stopped by staff and the property was recovered .
He was identified @ @ @ @ @ enquiries and was arrested by officers from the Totton Neighbourhoods team on August 14 .
@ @ @ @ @ Court on Saturday where he was released on conditional bail .
Shanley is due to @ @ @ @ @ on August 26 .

Michael Bryn Shanley, 32, of Andrews Close, was charged with theft following an incident at the town's Asda supermarket.
Hampshire Constabulary says that at around 1.10 pm on Sunday 9 August, a man attempted to commit a high value theft from the Asda supermarket on Maynard Road but was stopped by staff and the property was recovered.
He was identified as a result of police enquiries and was arrested by officers from the Totton Neighbourhoods team on August 14.
He appeared at Southampton Magistrates Court on Saturday where he was released on conditional bail.
Shanley is due to re-appear at Southampton Magistrates Court on August 26.


thedailyecho--2020-08-18--E-fit released after teenager threatened with knife at Leesland Park in Gosport

POLICE are looking to identify a man following the knife-knife point robbery of a teenager .
Officers are appealing for information after an attempted robbery on a 17-year-old boy in Gosport in July .
They have now released an E-fit of a man they would like to identify .
The incident occurred at 10.40pm on Wednesday , July 29 , on a pathway in Leesland Park , that leads to the skate park .
Two suspects blocked his path and one produced a knife and made threats towards the teen .
The victim managed to cycle off and was not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being aged between 18 to 20-years-old , both white males and both had beards .
The first male is around five foot six inches and is described as being of medium to stocky build with a full face beard .
He was wearing a grey tracksuit .
The second suspect is around six foot tall , of slim build , and was wearing a darker grey tracksuit .
The knife is described as a four inch black lock knife with an orange metal handle with black splashes on it .
A spokesperson from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ recognise the descriptions ?
`` Were you in the vicinity of the park at this time and do you have CCTV or dash cam footage that may have captured the suspects ?
`` If you can help , or if you have any other information , please get in touch by calling 101 and quoting reference 44200285014 .

Officers are appealing for information after an attempted robbery on a 17-year-old boy in Gosport in July.
They have now released an E-fit of a man they would like to identify.
The incident occurred at 10.40pm on Wednesday, July 29, on a pathway in Leesland Park, that leads to the skate park.
Two suspects blocked his path and one produced a knife and made threats towards the teen.
The victim managed to cycle off and was not injured.
The suspects are described as being aged between 18 to 20-years-old, both white males and both had beards.
The first male is around five foot six inches and is described as being of medium to stocky build with a full face beard. He was wearing a grey tracksuit.
The second suspect is around six foot tall, of slim build, and was wearing a darker grey tracksuit.
The knife is described as a four inch black lock knife with an orange metal handle with black splashes on it.
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said: "Do you recognise the descriptions?
"Were you in the vicinity of the park at this time and do you have CCTV or dash cam footage that may have captured the suspects?
"If you can help, or if you have any other information, please get in touch by calling 101 and quoting reference 44200285014.
"Alternatively, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."


thedailyecho--2020-08-18--Motorcyclist named after crash on A343

Motorcyclist named after crash on A343

A MOTORCYCLIST has been named after a fatal crash on a Hampshire road .
It follows a collision on the @ @ @ @ @ at around 5pm on Wednesday August 5 .
Alex Sartain , 34 , from Upper @ @ @ @ @ at the scene .
His next-of-kin are being supported by specialist officers .
Anyone who @ @ @ @ @ and has not yet contacted the police , should do so by calling 101 quoting @ @ @

It follows a collision on the A343 near Hurstbourne Tarrant, at around 5pm on Wednesday August 5.
Alex Sartain, 34, from Upper Enham, was pronounced dead at the scene.
His next-of-kin are being supported by specialist officers.
Anyone who has information about this collision and has not yet contacted the police, should do so by calling 101 quoting Op Crystal.


thedailyecho--2020-08-18--Southampton Covid-19 cases increase

Southampton Covid-19 cases increase

THE number of recorded coronavirus cases in Southampton increased by seven over the weekend , official figures show .
Public Health England figures show that 986 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 by 9am on Monday ( August 17 ) in Southampton , up from 979 the same time on Friday .
• Company insolvencies up – but full impact of coronavirus crisis is yet to come • Police shut down a number of illegal raves and parties during lockdown The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – @ @ @ @ @ @ @ analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government 's mass testing programme .
The rate of infection in Southampton now stands at 391 cases per 100,000 people , far lower than the England average of 489 .
Across the UK , the number of recorded cases increased by 2,830 over the period , to 319,197 .
Southampton 's cases were among the 36,458 recorded across the South East , a figure which rose by 228 over the period .
Cumulative case counts include patients who @ @ @ @ @ @ @ those that have died .

Public Health England figures show that 986 people had been confirmed as testing positive for Covid-19 by 9am on Monday (August 17) in Southampton, up from 979 the same time on Friday.
The health body is now including Pillar 2 tests – those carried out by commercial partners – alongside Pillar 1 tests, which are analysed in NHS or PHE laboratories and which made up the first stage of the Government's mass testing programme.
The rate of infection in Southampton now stands at 391 cases per 100,000 people, far lower than the England average of 489.
Across the UK, the number of recorded cases increased by 2,830 over the period, to 319,197.
Southampton's cases were among the 36,458 recorded across the South East, a figure which rose by 228 over the period.
Cumulative case counts include patients who are currently unwell, have recovered and those that have died.


thedailyecho--2020-08-18--LETTER - Sadness at the loss of Southampton pubs

FASCINATING reading the feature on Seven lost pubs in Southampton but for some of us “ old school cabbies “ , it ’ s tinged with sadness , at their loss .
Not just , for the obvious reasons , like taking customers too and picking up , from the pubs but as a reference point .
When I and many other older taxi drivers started in the trade , we knew or learned the location of pubs .
So when a customer asked for say Oregon Close , you asked , “ What pub is that near ? ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ what route to take .
This was of course depending on the customer knowing the area , if not , then your good old A -Z came out , unlike today , when new drivers , depend , solely on sat navs .
This is more so , with Southampton Private Hires not having to do a topography knowledge test !
For some customers , the whole experience , is not the same , as having a chatty cabbie , who keeps his eyes on the road and not looking at a screen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ current pandemic , could mean even more pubs being lost forever and saying .
`` Which Tesco Express is that near ?
`` , just doesn ’ t ring the same .
Like traditional pubs , old school cabbies , could be a dying breed , so make the most of us , while you still can .

Not just , for the obvious reasons, like taking customers too and picking up,from the pubs but as a reference point.
When I and many other older taxi drivers started in the trade, we knew or learned the location of pubs.
So when a customer asked for say Oregon Close , you asked , “ What pub is that near ?" The Robin Hood, so you knew what route to take.
This was of course depending on the customer knowing the area, if not , then your good old A -Z came out, unlike today, when new drivers , depend, solely on sat navs.
This is more so , with Southampton Private Hires not having to do a topography knowledge test!
For some customers, the whole experience, is not the same, as having a chatty cabbie, who keeps his eyes on the road and not looking at a screen.
Sadly the economic effects of this current pandemic, could mean even more pubs being lost forever and saying. "Which Tesco Express is that near?", just doesn’t ring the same.
Like traditional pubs, old school cabbies, could be a dying breed, so make the most of us , while you still can.
Perry McMillan
Hackney carriage taxi driver and old school cabbie


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Police find car in search for Joanne Sheen

POLICE have found a car following a search for a Southampton woman who has been missing for six months .
@ @ @ @ @ of the River Itchen as part of their hunt for missing Joanne Sheen .
They @ @ @ @ @ August 6 searching an area surrounding Empress Road , in the city 's Bevois Valley @ @ @ @ @ Itchen for Southampton woman missing for six months Following their extensive investigations , officers recovered @ @ @ @ @ other items '' .
These have been sent for forensic analysis to determine whether they @ @ @ @ @ .
A police spokesperson said : `` At this time , there is no information @ @ @ @ @ are linked to Joanne going missing .
`` The searches concluded on August 6 and @ @ @ @ @ is ongoing . ''
Anyone who has seen Joanne or knows where she might be @ @ @ @ @ or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 , quoting Operation Blackboard or 44200068330 .

Officers scoured the western bank of the River Itchen as part of their hunt for missing Joanne Sheen.
They also spent August 5 and August 6 searching an area surrounding Empress Road, in the city's Bevois Valley.
Following their extensive investigations, officers recovered a "vehicle and several other items".
These have been sent for forensic analysis to determine whether they held any links to Joanne.
A police spokesperson said: "At this time, there is no information to suggest the items seized are linked to Joanne going missing.
"The searches concluded on August 6 and the investigation into her whereabouts is ongoing."
Anyone who has seen Joanne or knows where she might be is urged to call 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, quoting Operation Blackboard or 44200068330.


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Body found in car on Hound Lane in Netley

THE body of a man has been found in a vehicle parked on a Hampshire lay-by .
Police were called @ @ @ @ @ Abbey yesterday at 1.33pm after the body of a 61-year-old man was found in a @ @ @ @ @ attended but he was pronounced dead at the scene .
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police @ @ @ @ @ 's next of kin have been informed .
At this time the death is not @ @ @ @ @

Police were called to Hound Lane in Netley Abbey yesterday at 1.33pm after the body of a 61-year-old man was found in a vehicle.
Police and ambulance attended but he was pronounced dead at the scene.
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police has confirmed that the man's next of kin have been informed.
At this time the death is not being treated as suspicious.


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--James Laurie murder trial continues

James Laurie murder trial continues

A BOY accused of killing a Southampton teen told police that he didn ’ t even know he had stabbed anyone .
The 15-year-old is accused of murdering James Laurie during an incident in a city street .
The jury at Winchester Crown Court heard that the teen claims he is innocent and was acting in self-defence during the incident on January 19 in Lindsay Road .
The court heard that when he was arrested he said he didn ’ t know he had stabbed anyone and was in a state of shock .
During a police interview , he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a knife .
The weapon involved has never been found .
• Boy on trial for murder 'routinely armed himself ' with knives He responded that certain people in certain areas of Southampton do not like him and said knives are “ scary ” .
James , 17 , was rushed to hospital at around 7am but died of his injuries more than five hours later at 12.20pm .
CCTV played to the court on Tuesday showed the defendant run into the Co-op store in Hinkler Road shortly after James was fatally stabbed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the victim of an attempted robbery .
However , he was arrested for attempted murder at 6.49am when James was still “ gravely ill ” .
Over the following days he gave four no-comment interviews .
• Boy arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after stabbing incident Half-way through his fifth interview on January 21 he presented a pre-prepared statement and went on to answer further police questions .
The interview was read out in court by prosecution barrister Tahir Khan QC and DC Nigel Horner .
The defendant , who can not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he was carrying a knife at the time .
• Boy , 17 , found by police with stab wound in Southampton dies in hospital When asked about the blade he described it as a tactical knife and said it was no longer than his forearm .
He told police officers he got rid of the knife because he “ was scared and didn ’ t know what to do ” .

The 15-year-old is accused of murdering James Laurie during an incident in a city street.
The jury at Winchester Crown Court heard that the teen claims he is innocent and was acting in self-defence during the incident on January 19 in Lindsay Road.
The court heard that when he was arrested he said he didn’t know he had stabbed anyone and was in a state of shock.
During a police interview, he was also asked why he was carrying a knife.
The weapon involved has never been found.
He responded that certain people in certain areas of Southampton do not like him and said knives are “scary”.
James, 17, was rushed to hospital at around 7am but died of his injuries more than five hours later at 12.20pm.
CCTV played to the court on Tuesday showed the defendant run into the Co-op store in Hinkler Road shortly after James was fatally stabbed. He told staff he had been the victim of an attempted robbery.
However, he was arrested for attempted murder at 6.49am when James was still “gravely ill”.
Over the following days he gave four no-comment interviews.
Half-way through his fifth interview on January 21 he presented a pre-prepared statement and went on to answer further police questions.
The interview was read out in court by prosecution barrister Tahir Khan QC and DC Nigel Horner.
The defendant, who cannot be named for legal reasons, accepted he was carrying a knife at the time.
When asked about the blade he described it as a tactical knife and said it was no longer than his forearm.
He told police officers he got rid of the knife because he “was scared and didn’t know what to do”.
The trial continues.


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--'Mindless idiots': Angry residents brand parts of city 'no-go' areas due to spike in crime

FRUSTRATED Southampton residents have branded Millbrook a 'no-go ' area as crime in the area continues to spike .
Vans across the Millbrook , Redbridge , Lordswood and Coxford area of the city have been targeted by gangs of moped riding youths .
Coxford Road , Taranto Road , Dunvegan Drive and Sandpiper Road are all said have been hit .
Now , local councillors are calling on the police to up patrols and presence in the area after they announced a spike in thefts in the last week .
But residents claim that the problems have been going on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , who has asked to remain anonymous , has said that people are `` fed up '' with the crime in the area , and that some parts are becoming '' no-go '' areas .
She said : `` My daughter 's partner 's had his van broken into and tools stolen .
`` People are being emailed the [ crime ] reference number and are being told that the case is closed .
`` Police are saying they want to up patrols , and that 's fine , but these crimes are @ @ @ @ @ @ @ People are taking tools out of vans but these mindless idiots are still ripping doors off with their fingers and tools to see what 's in there .
`` People are fed up .
These boys are shooting birds with slingshots and pellet guns , riding their motorbikes up and down the road doing wheelies , they are stopping children from playing in the local parks .
`` There is not enough police presence , the local police and council have done nothing . ''
She added that following the spate of van @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Galton , who has since written a letter to the local police inspector .
He said : `` These are loathsome crimes .
So many of the vans targeted belong to small businesses or sole traders .
Given the pressures Covid-19 has caused , the timing couldn ’ t be worse for people or businesses .
`` Our local communities are rightly up in arms about this , especially in the Millbrook and Lordswood areas ; but there seems to be a pattern of these types of crimes in adjoining areas outside of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are aware and are putting more resources and efforts in to preventing and solving this . ''
• LETTER - We have a generation that does n't care about the rules Ward councillor for Coxford , Matthew Renyard , held a virtual meeting regarding crime in his area a few weeks ago along with Alan Whitehead MP , Cllr Dave Shields and police team led by Inspection Nicholson .
He said : `` We in the city feel that it is of increasing importance that we get our fair number of police compared @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Hampshire , to which all three of us have written to the Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioner .
`` The degree of cuts over the last 10 years under the guise of austerity to our police force has had a hugely detrimental effect on the police 's ability to cope with these types of criminal activity .
`` This kind of crime undermines people 's ability to work , at a time of national crisis , as well as the sense of safety to a local community .
We need more police in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of opportunistic and anti-social crime . ''
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said that officers will be carrying out additional patrols in the area .
He added : `` We have increased patrols in the areas of Coxford , Redbridge , Lordshill , Millbrook and Shirley to reduce this crime and tackle offenders .
`` Each report we receive , both over the phone and online , is reviewed for any available lines of enquiry .
Unfortunately , these are sometimes not available , and in these instances a case may be filed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the local teams review crimes being reported in their area and this helps them to build up an intelligence picture of what is going on in particular locations and ensure resources are targeted effectively .
`` It is really important that all incidents , even those where there may be limited lines of enquiry , are reported to us , so officers can build up this picture of what is happening in your area .

Vans across the Millbrook, Redbridge, Lordswood and Coxford area of the city have been targeted by gangs of moped riding youths. Coxford Road, Taranto Road, Dunvegan Drive and Sandpiper Road are all said have been hit.
Now, local councillors are calling on the police to up patrols and presence in the area after they announced a spike in thefts in the last week.
But residents claim that the problems have been going on for much longer.
A Millbrook mum, who has asked to remain anonymous, has said that people are "fed up" with the crime in the area, and that some parts are becoming"no-go" areas.
She said: "My daughter's partner's had his van broken into and tools stolen.
"People are being emailed the [crime] reference number and are being told that the case is closed.
"Police are saying they want to up patrols, and that's fine, but these crimes are happening between 1am and 4am.
"People are taking tools out of vans but these mindless idiots are still ripping doors off with their fingers and tools to see what's in there.
"People are fed up. These boys are shooting birds with slingshots and pellet guns, riding their motorbikes up and down the road doing wheelies, they are stopping children from playing in the local parks.
"There is not enough police presence, the local police and council have done nothing."
She added that following the spate of van break-ins she contacted Millbrook ward councillor Steven Galton, who has since written a letter to the local police inspector.
He said: "These are loathsome crimes. So many of the vans targeted belong to small businesses or sole traders. Given the pressures Covid-19 has caused, the timing couldn’t be worse for people or businesses.
"Our local communities are rightly up in arms about this , especially in the Millbrook and Lordswood areas; but there seems to be a pattern of these types of crimes in adjoining areas outside of Southampton as well.
"The police are aware and are putting more resources and efforts in to preventing and solving this."
Ward councillor for Coxford, Matthew Renyard, held a virtual meeting regarding crime in his area a few weeks ago along with Alan Whitehead MP, Cllr Dave Shields and police team led by Inspection Nicholson.
He said: "We in the city feel that it is of increasing importance that we get our fair number of police compared to the rest of those allocated within Hampshire, to which all three of us have written to the Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioner.
"The degree of cuts over the last 10 years under the guise of austerity to our police force has had a hugely detrimental effect on the police's ability to cope with these types of criminal activity.
"This kind of crime undermines people's ability to work, at a time of national crisis, as well as the sense of safety to a local community. We need more police in the area to effectively fight this type of opportunistic and anti-social crime."
A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said that officers will be carrying out additional patrols in the area.
He added: "We have increased patrols in the areas of Coxford, Redbridge, Lordshill, Millbrook and Shirley to reduce this crime and tackle offenders.
"Each report we receive, both over the phone and online, is reviewed for any available lines of enquiry. Unfortunately, these are sometimes not available, and in these instances a case may be filed pending further information.
"However, the local teams review crimes being reported in their area and this helps them to build up an intelligence picture of what is going on in particular locations and ensure resources are targeted effectively.
"It is really important that all incidents, even those where there may be limited lines of enquiry, are reported to us, so officers can build up this picture of what is happening in your area.


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Man assaulted during fight on Mansel Park in Millbrook

A MAN has been left with a fractured jaw during a brawl on a Southampton park .
On Saturday , August 15 , two groups of men were involved in a incident on Mansel Park shortly after midnight .
It has been reported one group started attacking the other and as a result , a 23-year-old man was seriously assaulted and suffered a fractured jaw , as well as bruising and swelling to his arms , legs , neck and face .
It is believed a member of the public intervened whilst the man was being assaulted resulting in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , police arrested a 22-year-old man from Southampton on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent .
He was questioned by officers and then released but remains under investigation to allow for further enquiries to take place .
• 'Mindless idiots ' : Angry residents brand parts of city 'no-go ' areas due to spike in crime A Hampshire Police spokesperson said : `` [ We have ] increased patrols in this area .
`` We would like to hear from anyone who witnessed this incident or anyone who driving near to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Saturday morning , just after midnight , to get in contact .
`` Please call 101 or quote 44200312061 . ''

On Saturday, August 15, two groups of men were involved in a incident on Mansel Park shortly after midnight.
It has been reported one group started attacking the other and as a result, a 23-year-old man was seriously assaulted and suffered a fractured jaw, as well as bruising and swelling to his arms, legs, neck and face.
It is believed a member of the public intervened whilst the man was being assaulted resulting in the offending group to leave the area.On Monday, police arrested a 22-year-old man from Southampton on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent. He was questioned by officers and then released but remains under investigation to allow for further enquiries to take place.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "[We have] increased patrols in this area.
"We would like to hear from anyone who witnessed this incident or anyone who driving near to Mansel Park in the early hours of Saturday morning, just after midnight, to get in contact.
"Please call 101 or quote 44200312061."


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Southampton City Council takes steps to move travellers from Weston Shore

STEPS are being taken to move travellers from a Southampton park .
Around nine caravans were parked at Weston Shore @ @ @ @ @ .
The city council has now confirmed action is being taken to move the encampment @ @ @ @ @ said : `` A Southampton City Council spokespersons said : “ We are aware a @ @ @ @ @ up an unauthorised encampment at Weston .
We are working closely with partners and the @ @ @ @ @ leave the site as soon as possible.
” A police spokesperson previously said : `` @ @ @ @ @ is an unauthorised encampment at Weston Shore , officers will be attending the site today @ @ @ @ @ who own the land . ''

Around nine caravans were parked at Weston Shore car park last Friday night.
The city council has now confirmed action is being taken to move the encampment on.
A council spokesperson said: "A Southampton City Council spokespersons said: “We are aware a group of travellers have set up an unauthorised encampment at Weston. We are working closely with partners and the Police to ensure the travellers leave the site as soon as possible.”
A police spokesperson previously said: "Police are aware that there is an unauthorised encampment at Weston Shore, officers will be attending the site today and contacting Southampton City Council who own the land."


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Hampshire police renews appeal into death of Southampton cyclist

POLICE believe this is the van involved in a crash which killed a Southampton cyclist and led to a murder probe .
Detectives are investigating the death of Daniel Blakeman , 35 , of Millbrook Road East .
Daniel was riding a bike when he was in collision with a white van which failed to stop on July 17 on Waterloo Road .
On July 18 at 3pm , officers recovered the white van believed to be involved in the collision , a Citroen 625 Berlingo En-Prise , that had been left parked on Alexandra Road .
Daniel ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ August 11 , he died in hospital .
• Two rushed to hospital after crash A woman in her 40s , who was also on the bicycle with Daniel Blakeman , sustained non-life-threatening injuries .
In that time , officers investigating the collision arrested two men in connection with the incident and have conducted a number of enquiries in the local area .
• Police investigation launched as man left fighting for life after crash As reported , a 34-year-old man from Southampton was arrested as part of this investigation on suspicion of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ intent , sexual assault on a female , assault with intent to commit robbery , possession of a controlled drug of Class A and acquire/use/possess criminal property .
He was then re-arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to murder .
Police now say that the sexual assault arrest relates to an incident that happened on Milton Road on July 14 where a 23-year-old woman reported she had been sexually assaulted .
As well as him , a 33-year-old man also from the city had previously been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder , causing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , failing to stop after an accident and criminal damage .
On Tuesday August 11 he was re-arrested on suspicion of murder and conspiracy to murder .
Today , one month on from the collision that happened at 9.50pm , officers are in the areas of Waterloo Road , where the collusion occurred , and Alexandra Road , where the van was found , appealing to residents for more information .
Detective Inspector Adam Edwards from Hampshire Constabulary ’ s Major Crime Team said : “ We would like to appeal to residents @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them if they saw anything suspicious on Waterloo Road between 9.45pm and 10.50pm on the night of the collision which was July 17 , and on Alexandra Road between 9.45pm up until 3pm July 18 which is when the white van was located .
“ We ’ ve released an image of the van to help jog people ’ s memories .
You ’ ll see it has damage to the front bodywork and windscreen .
“ Do you live in Waterloo Road or Alexandra Road and where you home between these times @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you travelling through these areas on July 17 and 18 and do you have dash cam footage ?
“ Officers from the local neighbourhood team will be in the area tonight conducting enquiries and we would ask those who have any information or footage to make contact with them , or directly with us via 101.
” Anyone with information regarding this incident to call 101 and quote 44200266371 or quote Operation Chant .


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Hampshire police arrest man after Fleming Park incident

A MAN has been arrested following an indecent exposure incident – and he could be linked to more .
Hampshire @ @ @ @ @ in Eastleigh 's Fleming Park on August 6 at around 4.20pm .
• Man who @ @ @ @ @ after 'disturbance ' at Hampshire home Last night , cops arrested the man , a @ @ @ @ @ on suspicion of indecent exposure .
He has been released under investigation pending further enquiries @ @ @ @ @ investigation , officers are reviewing a number of other indecent exposures that have happened in @ @ @ @ @ said : `` Enquiries remain ongoing in connection with these incidents . ''

Hampshire Constabulary says the incident occurred in Eastleigh's Fleming Park on August 6 at around 4.20pm.
Last night, cops arrested the man, a 24-year-old from Fareham, on suspicion of indecent exposure.
He has been released under investigation pending further enquiries.
As part of this investigation, officers are reviewing a number of other indecent exposures that have happened in the area.
A spokesperson said: "Enquiries remain ongoing in connection with these incidents."


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Driver of £50k Corvette arrested in Southampton

A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after being stopped by police in a £50k sports car @ @ @ @ @ , who has not been named , while he was driving a yellow Chevrolet Corvette @ @ @ @ @ 1am this morning .
He has not yet been charged .
• Man left with @ @ @ @ @ in Southampton park In a statement on the Southampton Cop Facebook page , officers from @ @ @ @ @ `` A MoP reported a possible drink driver in the city centre this morning .
@ @ @ @ @ being a ‘ yellow sport type car ’ .
`` Our Response and Patrol colleagues @ @ @ @ @ as it stood out very nicely in the dark . ''
• 'Mindless idiots ' @ @ @ @ @ of city 'no-go ' areas due to spike in crime The 57-year-old man from Southampton @ @ @ @ @ drink driving , driving a vehicle otherwise than in accordance with a licence and using @ @ @ @ @ road or public place without third party insurance .

Police stopped the man, who has not been named, while he was driving a yellow Chevrolet Corvette, on William Street at 1am this morning.
He has not yet been charged.
In a statement on the Southampton Cop Facebook page, officers from Southampton Central NPT said: "A MoP reported a possible drink driver in the city centre this morning. The informant described the vehicle being a ‘yellow sport type car’.
"Our Response and Patrol colleagues located it near Northam estate as it stood out very nicely in the dark."
The 57-year-old man from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of drink driving, driving a vehicle otherwise than in accordance with a licence and using a motor vehicle on a road or public place without third party insurance.


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Man appears at Southampton court after Eastleigh 'disturbance'

A MAN found with a knife during a disturbance at a home in Eastleigh has been charged with assault .
@ @ @ @ @ charged with being in possession of a knife and causing criminal damage following the incident @ @ @ @ @ Square .
• Man left with fractured jaw during group attack in Southampton park The @ @ @ @ @ remanded in custody and appeared at Southampton Magistrates Court on Monday .
Laurence pleaded not @ @ @ @ @ custody until September 25 where he will appear at Crown Court .

Laurence Benjamin Cuthbert was also charged with being in possession of a knife and causing criminal damage following the incident on August 16 in Alexander Square.
The 32-year-old of Alexander Square was remanded in custody and appeared at Southampton Magistrates Court on Monday.
Laurence pleaded not guilty and was remanded in custody until September 25 where he will appear at Crown Court.


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Appeal to find missing Gosport pensioner

A plea has been issued to help find a a Hampshire pensioner - missing from his home for two days .
Nigel Phillimore , 74 , was last seen leaving his home address in Behrendt Close , Gosport , just after 10am on Monday .
Hampshire Police say he has health issues and can find walking difficult .
They added that he also requires medication which he has left home without and has had difficulties with his memory recently .
• Police find car in hunt for woman missing for six months A statement from police said : `` His @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we are turning to the public to help us locate Nigel . ''
He is described as being around 5ft 6ins to 5ft 9ins tall , of larger build and with blonde , greying , cropped hair .
Nigel was last seen wearing a white short-sleeved shirt and navy trousers .
The police statement added : `` We believe he will still be in the Gosport area , but he could have travelled further afield on public transport or in a taxi .
`` If you have seen Nigel , please call @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 44200316288 . ''

Nigel Phillimore, 74, was last seen leaving his home address in Behrendt Close, Gosport, just after 10am on Monday.
Hampshire Police say he has health issues and can find walking difficult.
They added that he also requires medication which he has left home without and has had difficulties with his memory recently.
A statement from police said: "His family are understandably concerned for his welfare and we are turning to the public to help us locate Nigel."
He is described as being around 5ft 6ins to 5ft 9ins tall, of larger build and with blonde, greying, cropped hair.
Nigel was last seen wearing a white short-sleeved shirt and navy trousers.
The police statement added: "We believe he will still be in the Gosport area, but he could have travelled further afield on public transport or in a taxi.
"If you have seen Nigel, please call us on 101, quoting the reference 44200316288."


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Met Office issues warning of heavy rain for Hampshire

A WEATHER warning for heavy rain has been issued by the Met Office for Hampshire today .
Between 20mm and @ @ @ @ @ to fall while as much as 40 to 50mm of rainfall could be recorded over @ @ @ @ @ alert came into force at 3am this morning and is valid until 12noon today .
@ @ @ @ @ heavy rain may cause some surface water flooding and affect travel this morning .
It @ @ @ @ @ will probably be affected with potential for spray and flooding on the roads to make @ @ @ @ @ spokesperson for the Met Office said : “ An area of rain will move north-eastwards @ @ @ @ @ heavy at times across more southern parts of Cornwall , Devon and Dorset .
20-30 @ @ @ @ @ as much as 40-50 mm over high ground , this mostly falling within 6 hours.
@ @ @ @ @ Office forecast , tomorrow will be sunny with highs of 22C with light showers and @ @ @ @ @ weekend will be dry and sunny with highs of around 20C .

Between 20mm and 30mm of rainfall is expected to fall while as much as 40 to 50mm of rainfall could be recorded over high ground.
It's a very wet morning across southwest England, with persistent and heavy #rain affecting many areas. Driving conditions will be hampered, allow some extra time for your journey.
⚠a warning is in force, stay #WeatherAware ⚠ pic.twitter.com/VHsJyZuvXJ — Met Office (@metoffice) August 19, 2020
The yellow alert came into force at 3am this morning and is valid until 12noon today.
The Met Office says the heavy rain may cause some surface water flooding and affect travel this morning.
It warns bus and train services will probably be affected with potential for spray and flooding on the roads to make journey times longer.
A spokesperson for the Met Office said: “An area of rain will move north-eastwards through Wednesday morning, becoming heavy at times across more southern parts of Cornwall, Devon and Dorset. 20-30 mm will fall widely with as much as 40-50 mm over high ground, this mostly falling within 6 hours.”
According to the Met Office forecast, tomorrow will be sunny with highs of 22C with light showers and sunshine on Friday.
The weekend will be dry and sunny with highs of around 20C.


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Fairhaven Healthcare Ltd Fareham rated inadequate in CQC report

A HAMPSHIRE care provider that branded “ unsafe ” and “ poorly led ” has been closed down .
Fairhaven Healthcare Ltd , based on West Street in Fareham , was slammed by health watchdogs after the service was branded 'inadequate ' in its latest CQC report .
The service , which provided care to people with dementia and learning disabilities , was rated poorly in four out of five categories when inspectors visited in January .
The report , which was published on July 29 , that both ‘ Safe ’ and ‘ Well-led ’ has been branded as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ‘ Responsive ’ were rated as requires improvement .
The category ‘ Caring ’ was rated good .
After the inspection , CQC inspectors proposed to cancelled the provider and managers registration .
Neither appealed this process and their registration was cancelled .
A staff member had told inspectors that they had not been supplied with hand sanitiser .
They said : “ There seems to be no understanding that we need to have hand gel in order to clean our hands in situations where there is no soap and the client ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ found that staff had not always signed people ’ s medication administration records ( MARs ) to demonstrate people had received their medicines as prescribed .
One person had 27 gaps on their MARs for December 2019 .
This meant that inspectors could not be assured people had received their medicines as prescribed .
Another recorded revealed that a person had not always been given their medicine as prescribed because there was not enough of a gap between care visits .
Although staff had received training in the management of medicines , two @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with the training .
Inspectors found that risk assessments were not always in place when risks were associated with people ’ s medical conditions .
The report states that inspectors identified “ widespread and significant shortfalls in service leadership ” .
They found that there were “ limited and ineffective ” quality assurance processes in place to monitor and review the overall quality and safety of the service provided to people .
Reviews of people ’ s support needs had not always been regularly carried out .
Some people had not had a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a year .
This meant people were at risk of receiving care and support that did not meet their current needs .
The Daily Echo contacted Fairhaven Healthcare Ltd but they did not provide a response .

Fairhaven Healthcare Ltd, based on West Street in Fareham, was slammed by health watchdogs after the service was branded 'inadequate' in its latest CQC report.
The service, which provided care to people with dementia and learning disabilities, was rated poorly in four out of five categories when inspectors visited in January.
The report, which was published on July 29, that both ‘Safe’ and ‘Well-led’ has been branded as inadequate, where ‘Effective’ and ‘Responsive’ were rated as requires improvement. The category ‘Caring’ was rated good.
After the inspection, CQC inspectors proposed to cancelled the provider and managers registration. Neither appealed this process and their registration was cancelled.
A staff member had told inspectors that they had not been supplied with hand sanitiser.
They said: “There seems to be no understanding that we need to have hand gel in order to clean our hands in situations where there is no soap and the client’s home is filthy.”
The inspection found that staff had not always signed people’s medication administration records (MARs) to demonstrate people had received their medicines as prescribed.
One person had 27 gaps on their MARs for December 2019. This meant that inspectors could not be assured people had received their medicines as prescribed.
Another recorded revealed that a person had not always been given their medicine as prescribed because there was not enough of a gap between care visits.
Although staff had received training in the management of medicines, two staff members were not up to date with the training.
Inspectors found that risk assessments were not always in place when risks were associated with people’s medical conditions.
The report states that inspectors identified “widespread and significant shortfalls in service leadership”.
They found that there were “limited and ineffective” quality assurance processes in place to monitor and review the overall quality and safety of the service provided to people.
Reviews of people’s support needs had not always been regularly carried out. Some people had not had a review of their care needs for over a year.
This meant people were at risk of receiving care and support that did not meet their current needs.
The Daily Echo contacted Fairhaven Healthcare Ltd but they did not provide a response.


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Motorcyclist handed section 59 order after caught riding on Hedge End footpath

A MOTORCYCLIST who was caught riding on a footpath by CCTV cameras has been handed a Section 59 order .
On the afternoon of June 26 , a motorbike was ridden through the pedestrian footpath of Hedge End village , past the Co-op .
Video footage of the incident was posted online by local residents and was reported to the police .
Officers investigated the incident due to a `` very real risk '' of a collision and serious injury .
PCSO Mica said in a statement on the Hedge End Cops Facebook page : `` Investigations are rarely quick @ @ @ @ @ @ @ number of different reasons for this – not least because of the required time it takes to serve and received back the forms needed by law .
`` And the time it takes to get all of the people needed in the same place , at the same time . ''
After making enquiries and collecting camera footage , the officers were able to issue a P22 .
The P22 is a form police can issue which requires the registered keeper of the vehicle in question , to give to police the identity @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the offence occurred .
The registered owner has 28 days to reply , failure to supply the information without good reason means the registered owner is liable , on conviction , to a fine , endorsement of their license and disqualification form driving .
The owner was then ask to come into the station after sending his form back to police .
On August 18 , the driver of the motorbike has attended Hedge End Police Station and was handed a a section 59 warning , which will last for 12 months .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ ever see a motorbike being ridden in similar circumstances , please report it .
`` If you have camera footage of the offence showing the registration , we can use the above process to deal with the offence .
`` If there is no camera footage , but you witness this occurring and can provide the registration , we can take a statement from you and use that as the evidence to deal with the offence .

On the afternoon of June 26, a motorbike was ridden through the pedestrian footpath of Hedge End village, past the Co-op.
Video footage of the incident was posted online by local residents and was reported to the police.
Officers investigated the incident due to a "very real risk" of a collision and serious injury.
PCSO Mica said in a statement on the Hedge End Cops Facebook page: "Investigations are rarely quick in the police and there are a number of different reasons for this – not least because of the required time it takes to serve and received back the forms needed by law.
"And the time it takes to get all of the people needed in the same place, at the same time."
After making enquiries and collecting camera footage, the officers were able to issue a P22.
The P22 is a form police can issue which requires the registered keeper of the vehicle in question, to give to police the identity of the driver at the time that the offence occurred.
The registered owner has 28 days to reply, failure to supply the information without good reason means the registered owner is liable, on conviction, to a fine, endorsement of their license and disqualification form driving.
The owner was then ask to come into the station after sending his form back to police.
On August 18, the driver of the motorbike has attended Hedge End Police Station and was handed a a section 59 warning, which will last for 12 months.
PCSO Mica added: "If you ever see a motorbike being ridden in similar circumstances, please report it.
"If you have camera footage of the offence showing the registration, we can use the above process to deal with the offence.
"If there is no camera footage, but you witness this occurring and can provide the registration, we can take a statement from you and use that as the evidence to deal with the offence.
"Police – Call 101 or online – https://www.hampshire.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-report-a-crime/."


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Pizza Express to close 73 branches and cut 1,100 jobs - full list

Bosses of Pizza Express have said they plan to permanently close 73 restaurants , impacting 1,100 members of staff , as part of a major restructuring plan .
The chain has formally launched a proposal to reduce its restaurant estate and rental cost base through a Company Voluntary Arrangement ( CVA ) .
What have bosses said ?
UK & Ireland managing director Zoe Bowley said the impact of the coronavirus pandemic had led to some “ incredibly tough decisions to safeguard Pizza Express for the long term ” .
She added : “ Today we have confirmed that 73 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ permanently .
“ In most cases , there is another Pizza Express nearby , either already open or reopening soon , to welcome our customers . ''
What will happen to staff ?
Zoe added : `` Our focus is on our people whose jobs are impacted and we will be doing everything we can either to redeploy them or to support them in finding roles elsewhere .
“ Hard as this process is , it will protect the jobs of over 9,000 of our colleagues and provide a strong footing for Pizza @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” The following restaurants have been earmarked for closure : What happens next ?
The company said it would seek approval of the CVA proposals from its creditors by way of a virtual meeting on September 4 .

The chain has formally launched a proposal to reduce its restaurant estate and rental cost base through a Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA).
What have bosses said?
UK & Ireland managing director Zoe Bowley said the impact of the coronavirus pandemic had led to some “incredibly tough decisions to safeguard Pizza Express for the long term”.
She added: “Today we have confirmed that 73 of our pizzerias are proposed to close permanently.
“In most cases, there is another Pizza Express nearby, either already open or reopening soon, to welcome our customers."
What will happen to staff?
Zoe added: "Our focus is on our people whose jobs are impacted and we will be doing everything we can either to redeploy them or to support them in finding roles elsewhere.
“Hard as this process is, it will protect the jobs of over 9,000 of our colleagues and provide a strong footing for Pizza Express to meet future challenges and opportunities.”
Which branches will close?
The following restaurants have been earmarked for closure:
Aberdeen, Belmont St
Aylesbury
Barnstaple, Three Tuns
Biggleswade
Billericay
Birmingham, Corporation St
Birmingham, Mailbox
Bournemouth, Post Office Rd
Bramhall
Bristol, Berkeley Sq
Bristol, Regent St
Bromsgrove
Bruton Place
Charlotte St
Chippenham
Dalton Park
Darlington
Dudley, Merry Hill
Earls Court, Earls Ct Rd
Edinburgh, Holyrood
Formby
Fulham Palace Road
Glasgow, Princes Square
Glossop
Gosforth
Grantham
Halifax
Hampstead
Hatch End
Hereford
Heswall
Ipswich, Lloyds Ave
Leeds, Crown St
Leeds, Horsforth
Ludlow
Lymington
Melton Mowbray
Midhurst
Milton Keynes, Hub
Moseley
New Brighton
Newcastle
Newport, Isle of Wight
Newport, South Wales
Northallerton
Nottingham, Goosegate
O2 Finchley
Orpington
Oxford, Oxford Castle
Poole
Port Solent
Ramsgate
Reading, St Mary’s Butts
Scarborough
Sheffield, Devonshire St
Sheffield The Moor
Shirley
Southport, Old Bank
Stafford
Staines
Stoke
Stourbridge
Sudbury
Torquay
Uxbridge
Wakefield
Walsall
Wapping
Wardour St
Weston-super-Mare
Whiteley Village
Whitstable
Wrexham
What happens next?
The company said it would seek approval of the CVA proposals from its creditors by way of a virtual meeting on September 4.


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Gangs of moped riding youths target vans across Southampton

GANGS of youths on mopeds have been targeting vans across the city in a spate of thefts .
Vans across Southampton have been targeted with police reporting a spike in thefts over the last week .
Thieves have been targeting vans across Southampton Vehicles in the Coxford , Redbridge and Shirley areas of Southampton have been `` emptied of work tools '' .
It is believed that vans belonging to tradesmen or firms who regularly use power pools are being targeted .
Coxford Road , Taranto Road , Dunvegan Drive and Sandpiper Road are all said have been hit .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ A resident who wishes to remain unnamed reported some of the thefts were by a group of youngsters on mopeds .
Thieves have been targeting vans across Southampton A police spokesperson said : `` We 've had a spike in reports of theft of tools from vans in Coxford , Redbridge and Shirley over the last week or so .
• Man accused of causing death by driving without due care '' We know how theft of tools can affect your livelihood so we 're proactively looking into this will be patrolling those @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , please get in contact .
Call 101 and quote 44200313598 . ''

Vans across Southampton have been targeted with police reporting a spike in thefts over the last week.
Thieves have been targeting vans across Southampton
Vehicles in the Coxford, Redbridge and Shirley areas of Southampton have been "emptied of work tools".
It is believed that vans belonging to tradesmen or firms who regularly use power pools are being targeted.
Coxford Road, Taranto Road, Dunvegan Drive and Sandpiper Road are all said have been hit.
Thieves have been targeting vans across Southampton
A resident who wishes to remain unnamed reported some of the thefts were by a group of youngsters on mopeds.
Thieves have been targeting vans across Southampton
A police spokesperson said: "We've had a spike in reports of theft of tools from vans in Coxford, Redbridge and Shirley over the last week or so.
"We know how theft of tools can affect your livelihood so we're proactively looking into this will be patrolling those areas.
"Anyone with any information, please get in contact. Call 101 and quote 44200313598."
More to follow...


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Farm next to Manor Farm Country Park damaged

PRIVATE farm owners are hitting out after years of dogs “ tearing deer to pieces ” and catching youths camping on their turf .
Linda McCann , 57 , and Richard Game , 65 , who own Brixedone Farm next to Manor Farm Country Park have said they feel dread when the sun comes out .
• 'Appalling , selfish and reckless ' : Anger after police break up raves across the county The couple said that their farm in Bursledon , which has been owned by Richard ’ s family for almost 80 years , now has “ almost @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fires .
The public gain access to the farm through a footpath on the field next to the River Hamble .
• Gangs of moped riding youths target vans across city in spate of thefts Richard said : “ People no longer treat it as a private field , but more an extension of Manor Farm Country Park .
This is where Hampshire County Council have failed at our cost to give a clear message to the public the difference in boundaries .
Barbecues leave smoking scorch marks.
” Richard added that damage @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for fire wood , and campers have been spotted there .
“ The consequences of public actions has led to almost irreparable erosion damage , ” he added .
“ Signage has been vandalised , barbed wire fences cut regardless of livestock , and people letting trail hounds and lurches free to chase deer and ultimately tear them to pieces.
” Hampshire County Council ’ s Executive Member for Countryside and Rural Affairs , Councillor Edward Heron , said : “ We ’ ve seen a notable increase in the number of people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ countryside .
Unfortunately , in addition we have seen an increase in unlawful and very anti-social littering , wild camping , BBQs and campfires .
“ It ’ s important to remember that while our county benefits from more than 3,000 miles of public rights of way , these paths and tracks are across privately owned land , and people must stay on the path and should not trespass into the fields through which the path goes – and certainly not stop to BBQ , light fires or camp without permission .
”

Linda McCann, 57, and Richard Game, 65, who own Brixedone Farm next to Manor Farm Country Park have said they feel dread when the sun comes out.
The couple said that their farm in Bursledon, which has been owned by Richard’s family for almost 80 years, now has “almost irreparable erosion damage” after several open fires.
The public gain access to the farm through a footpath on the field next to the River Hamble.
Richard said: “People no longer treat it as a private field, but more an extension of Manor Farm Country Park. This is where Hampshire County Council have failed at our cost to give a clear message to the public the difference in boundaries. Barbecues leave smoking scorch marks.”
Richard added that damage to trees, including broken branches used for fire wood, and campers have been spotted there.
“The consequences of public actions has led to almost irreparable erosion damage,” he added.
“Signage has been vandalised, barbed wire fences cut regardless of livestock, and people letting trail hounds and lurches free to chase deer and ultimately tear them to pieces.”
Hampshire County Council’s Executive Member for Countryside and Rural Affairs, Councillor Edward Heron, said: “We’ve seen a notable increase in the number of people spending time out in Hampshire’s countryside. Unfortunately, in addition we have seen an increase in unlawful and very anti-social littering, wild camping, BBQs and campfires.
“It’s important to remember that while our county benefits from more than 3,000 miles of public rights of way, these paths and tracks are across privately owned land, and people must stay on the path and should not trespass into the fields through which the path goes – and certainly not stop to BBQ, light fires or camp without permission.”


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Plans for rehabilitation unit at Western Community Hospital

PLANS are underway for a new £19.5million “ state of the art ” rehabilitation unit in Southampton .
The 50-bed unit at the Western Community Hospital off Tebourba Way , will provide purpose-built accommodation to help patients get back to health as quickly as possible .
• Meet some more of Daily Echo readers ' adorable new arrivals It comes five years after a review which found that the condition and use of NHS hospitals across the city could be better used .
With too few rehabilitation beds in Southampton to meet future health requirements , a plan was developed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being used as office space at the Western .
Images of the scheme , including artist ’ s impressions and proposed floor plans , are being unveiled in an online exhibition today before Solent NHS Trust submits a planning application .
The new wing will enable a more people to be cared for in modern facilities .
It will replace two existing rehabilitation wards at the Royal South Hants Hospital also in Southampton – increasing beds from 43 to 50 , as well as doubling the number of single rooms with en-suite facilities @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the shops for rent ... and how much they cost Drawings showing how the unit could look are being shown as part of an online public engagement exercise , which is live for two weeks .
Residents will be able to look at the proposed design at wch-have-your-say.vailwilliams.com and be able to submit comments or ask questions .
Due to current Covid-19 restrictions , Solent NHS Trust , which provides community and mental health services , is holding an online exercise rather than a public event .
Sue Harriman , Solent NHS Trust @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exciting project will centralise and future-proof our rehabilitation facilities , allowing our expert staff to continue providing great care right in the heart of our community .
“ We want patients , their families , staff and the wider community to take a look at our plans and help us shape them as we move through the planning process to ensure we build the best facility we possibly can .
”

The 50-bed unit at the Western Community Hospital off Tebourba Way, will provide purpose-built accommodation to help patients get back to health as quickly as possible.
It comes five years after a review which found that the condition and use of NHS hospitals across the city could be better used.
With too few rehabilitation beds in Southampton to meet future health requirements, a plan was developed to demolish a single-storey ward, currently being used as office space at the Western.
Images of the scheme, including artist’s impressions and proposed floor plans, are being unveiled in an online exhibition today before Solent NHS Trust submits a planning application.
The new wing will enable a more people to be cared for in modern facilities.
It will replace two existing rehabilitation wards at the Royal South Hants Hospital also in Southampton – increasing beds from 43 to 50, as well as doubling the number of single rooms with en-suite facilities.
Drawings showing how the unit could look are being shown as part of an online public engagement exercise, which is live for two weeks.
Residents will be able to look at the proposed design at wch-have-your-say.vailwilliams.com and be able to submit comments or ask questions.
Due to current Covid-19 restrictions, Solent NHS Trust, which provides community and mental health services, is holding an online exercise rather than a public event.
Sue Harriman, Solent NHS Trust Chief Executive, said: “This exciting project will centralise and future-proof our rehabilitation facilities, allowing our expert staff to continue providing great care right in the heart of our community.
“We want patients, their families, staff and the wider community to take a look at our plans and help us shape them as we move through the planning process to ensure we build the best facility we possibly can.”


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--LETTER - A generation that does not care about rules

THIS morning at 8 o'clock I parked my car in the first available parking space at the Coronation Parade in @ @ @ @ @ was a single disabled space and behind me were several vacant normal parking spaces .
@ @ @ @ @ into the car when a white BMW pulled into the disabled space and another BMW @ @ @ @ @ , half on the pavement and half over double yellow lines .
Two 'lads ' @ @ @ @ @ ) emerged and walked into the convenience store , without masks and bought some cigarettes @ @ @ @ @ that they would be classified as exempt .
The only member of staff that I @ @ @ @ @ was a middle-aged lady and so the sign outside saying 'No Mask , No Entry @ @ @ @ @ Johnson and his crew in Downing Street may talk about pulling together but there is @ @ @ @ @ care about the rules .
I shall be particularly upset if in a few weeks @ @ @ @ @ is cancelled for the 5th time because there is a local spike .

Ahead of me was a single disabled space and behind me were several vacant normal parking spaces.
I had just got back into the car when a white BMW pulled into the disabled space and another BMW parked in front of him, half on the pavement and half over double yellow lines.
Two 'lads' (in their late 20s) emerged and walked into the convenience store, without masks and bought some cigarettes.
I very much doubt that they would be classified as exempt.
The only member of staff that I had seen in the store was a middle-aged lady and so the sign outside saying 'No Mask, No Entry' was redundant.
Mr Johnson and his crew in Downing Street may talk about pulling together but there is a generation that doesn't care about the rules.
I shall be particularly upset if in a few weeks time my urgent shoulder operation is cancelled for the 5th time because there is a local spike.
Eddie Mays
Hamble


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Hampshire police renews appeal to find missing Richard Morris

POLICE officers looking for missing Hampshire man are renewing their appeal for information on his whereabouts - more than three months after his disappearance .
Richard Morris was last seen on the morning of May 6 , after leaving to go running from his home in Bentley near Farnham .
Over the past 15 weeks specialist officers from Hampshire Constabulary have searched more than nine square kilometres of land , including Alice Holt Forest – and bodies of water within .
Areas surrounding Alton and Binstead were also scoured .
In addition , officers have viewed hours of CCTV footage @ @ @ @ @ @ @ followed a number of lines of enquiry – many of which came from information from the community .
The search was scaled down on June 3 .
However , Hampshire police says its investigation into Richard 's disappearance has continued , and officers are now renewing their appeal .
Chief Inspector Alex Reading said : “ It has now been fifteen weeks since Richard Morris was last seen after he went for a run on May 6 .
“ We are again appealing for any new information that may help us to locate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ insignificant the information may seem , it could be valuable to us .
“ We would ask that you remain vigilant , and report any possible sightings to us .
“ Richard is described as being white , around 6ft tall , with greying hair and a beard .
He also has a distinctive birth mark on his face .
“ He was last seen wearing a blue long sleeved top with a half zip , black shorts and blue trainers .
“ It has been some time since Richard went missing so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or facial hair may have changed .
“ We continue to be very grateful for the support and information we have already received from the public in this investigation so far , please get in touch if you have anything that could assist us further.
” If you can help , please phone 101 and quote the Operation Twilight or 44200160398 .

Richard Morris was last seen on the morning of May 6, after leaving to go running from his home in Bentley near Farnham.
Over the past 15 weeks specialist officers from Hampshire Constabulary have searched more than nine square kilometres of land, including Alice Holt Forest – and bodies of water within. Areas surrounding Alton and Binstead were also scoured.
In addition, officers have viewed hours of CCTV footage, conducted house to house enquiries and followed a number of lines of enquiry – many of which came from information from the community.
The search was scaled down on June 3.
However, Hampshire police says its investigation into Richard's disappearance has continued, and officers are now renewing their appeal.
Chief Inspector Alex Reading said: “It has now been fifteen weeks since Richard Morris was last seen after he went for a run on May 6.
“We are again appealing for any new information that may help us to locate Richard. No matter how small or insignificant the information may seem, it could be valuable to us.
“We would ask that you remain vigilant, and report any possible sightings to us.
“Richard is described as being white, around 6ft tall, with greying hair and a beard. He also has a distinctive birth mark on his face.
“He was last seen wearing a blue long sleeved top with a half zip, black shorts and blue trainers.
“It has been some time since Richard went missing so please consider the style of his hair or facial hair may have changed.
“We continue to be very grateful for the support and information we have already received from the public in this investigation so far, please get in touch if you have anything that could assist us further.”
If you can help, please phone 101 and quote the Operation Twilight or 44200160398.


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Plan to bulldoze cottage next door to Borough Arms pub in Lymington

CAMPAIGNERS are fighting plans to bulldoze a Victorian cottage next to a Hampshire pub .
New Forest District Council has received several objections to an application to replace a 170-year-old cottage at Lower Buckland Road , Lymington , with three new homes .
Protesters include members of the Lymington Society , who describe the scheme as over-development .
In a letter to the council it says any development on the site should reflect the character and architecture of the neighbouring Borough Arms pub and not that of the modern development opposite .
Fellow objector Peter Clapham , of Priestlands Place @ @ @ @ @ @ @ council .
He says the demolition of the cottage would result in `` one more morsel '' of the town 's history being lost forever .
Mr Clapham adds : `` Why this was not listed in 1974 , when the majority of Lymington 's historic assets received protection , is unfortunate .
`` Just down the road was a terrace of houses known as Rosetta Place , which were demolished as part of slum clearance .
`` The plan to replace this house will make the whole sire cramped .
At least @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Helen Pinkett , of Lower Buckland Road , describes the design as `` awful '' , saying it bears no resemblance to the Borough Arms .
The proposals have been submitted by Steadman Lloyd Construction .
A design and access statement that forms part of the application says the scheme aims to provide `` small and therefore affordable '' homes in a sustainable town centre location .
It adds : `` The house is not listed and not in a conservation area .
It is in a poor state of repair .
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New Forest District Council has received several objections to an application to replace a 170-year-old cottage at Lower Buckland Road, Lymington, with three new homes.
Protesters include members of the Lymington Society, who describe the scheme as over-development.
In a letter to the council it says any development on the site should reflect the character and architecture of the neighbouring Borough Arms pub and not that of the modern development opposite.
Fellow objector Peter Clapham, of Priestlands Place Lymington, has also written to the council.
He says the demolition of the cottage would result in "one more morsel" of the town's history being lost forever.
Mr Clapham adds: "Why this was not listed in 1974, when the majority of Lymington's historic assets received protection, is unfortunate.
"Just down the road was a terrace of houses known as Rosetta Place, which were demolished as part of slum clearance.
"The plan to replace this house will make the whole sire cramped. At least the Rosetta Place houses had gardens."
Helen Pinkett, of Lower Buckland Road, describes the design as "awful", saying it bears no resemblance to the Borough Arms.
The proposals have been submitted by Steadman Lloyd Construction.
A design and access statement that forms part of the application says the scheme aims to provide "small and therefore affordable" homes in a sustainable town centre location.
It adds: "The house is not listed and not in a conservation area. It is in a poor state of repair."


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Stand out moments for The Stags

Stand out moments for The Stags

Today we take a look back at the history of a much-loved local football club - AFC Totton .
There have been many stand out moments for The Stags .
AFC Totton came into existence due to the amalgamation of Totton FC and Totton Athletic in 1974/75 .
The Stags remained in Hampshire League Division Two until 1979/80 when they finished in second place and were promoted to Division One , then step 4 of the non-league pyramid .
The following season ( 1980/81 ) saw the Stags win the Southampton Senior Cup .
The incredible achievements of the 1981/82 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of lifelong Stags supporters .
Trevor Parker ’ s side won the Hampshire League Division One title , the Russell Cotes Cup , the Southampton Senior Cup , the Echo Trophy , the Reg Mathieson Trophy , and the Hampshire Intermediate Cup , an impressive haul by anyone ’ s standards .
The following season 1982/83 saw the club retain the Hampshire Intermediate Cup .
Then in 1984/85 the Stags won their 2nd Hampshire League Division One Championship in four years .
In 1989/90 AFC Totton were the Wessex League Cup winners , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ silverware to arrive at Testwood Park and it came in the shape of the Russell Cotes Cup .
AFC Totton ’ s FA Vase dream ended in heartbreak at the new Wembley Stadium back in May 2007 .
But they were roared on by a record Vase crowd of 36,232 .
Many Saints fans changed the habits of a lifetime and wore blue for the day to cheer on the local club - and take a look at the brand new stadium , which they would not visit with Saints until 2010 .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Premier Division by winning the Division One South & West title in 2011 .
That year will also be fondly remembered by the club ’ s supporters who saw their Stags side reach the FA Cup 2nd Round Proper .
The cup visited their new ground The Testwood Stadium ahead of their first round tie against Bradford Park Avenue .
AFC Totton ’ s FA Cup dream was shattered as Bristol Rovers sent the Stags crashing out the competition with a 6-1 win at the Testwood Stadium .
The League Two side , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up within the first 13 minutes .
A sell out 2,236 crowd were at the ground for the second round clash , which was shown live on BBC TV .

There have been many stand out moments for The Stags.
AFC Totton came into existence due to the amalgamation of Totton FC and Totton Athletic in 1974/75.
The Stags remained in Hampshire League Division Two until 1979/80 when they finished in second place and were promoted to Division One, then step 4 of the non-league pyramid.
The following season (1980/81) saw the Stags win the Southampton Senior Cup.
The incredible achievements of the 1981/82 season will remain long in the memory of lifelong Stags supporters.
Trevor Parker’s side won the Hampshire League Division One title, the Russell Cotes Cup, the Southampton Senior Cup, the Echo Trophy, the Reg Mathieson Trophy, and the Hampshire Intermediate Cup, an impressive haul by anyone’s standards.
The following season 1982/83 saw the club retain the Hampshire Intermediate Cup. Then in 1984/85 the Stags won their 2nd Hampshire League Division One Championship in four years.
In 1989/90 AFC Totton were the Wessex League Cup winners, but it took a decade for more silverware to arrive at Testwood Park and it came in the shape of the Russell Cotes Cup.
AFC Totton’s FA Vase dream ended in heartbreak at the new Wembley Stadium back in May 2007.
But they were roared on by a record Vase crowd of 36,232.
Many Saints fans changed the habits of a lifetime and wore blue for the day to cheer on the local club - and take a look at the brand new stadium, which they would not visit with Saints until 2010.
The club secured promotion to the Southern Premier Division by winning the Division One South & West title in 2011. That year will also be fondly remembered by the club’s supporters who saw their Stags side reach the FA Cup 2nd Round Proper. The cup visited their new ground The Testwood Stadium ahead of their first round tie against Bradford Park Avenue.
AFC Totton’s FA Cup dream was shattered as Bristol Rovers sent the Stags crashing out the competition with a 6-1 win at the Testwood Stadium.
The League Two side, three divisions above Totton, were 3-0 up within the first 13 minutes.
A sell out 2,236 crowd were at the ground for the second round clash, which was shown live on BBC TV.


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Nearly 12,000 Southampton residents claiming unemployment benefits

THE number of Southampton residents claiming unemployment benefits remains significantly above pre-pandemic levels , new figures reveal .
Anti-poverty charity the Joseph Rowntree Foundation warns many could be facing “ grinding pressure and uncertainty ” about how to make ends meet as government job support schemes wind down .
Office for National Statistics data shows 11,955 people were claiming out-of-work benefits in Southampton as of July 9 , compared to just 5,625 in early March .
That ’ s 6.9 % of the working-age population , up from 3.3 % .
The figures include those aged 16 to 64 on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Credit claimants , who are unemployed and seeking work or employed but with low earnings .
The number getting help in Southampton also went up slightly compared to the start of June , when there were 11,685 claimants .
A similar pattern was seen across the UK , where the claimant count more than doubled to 2.7 million in July compared to March .
The month-on-month increase was more modest – the figure stood at 2.6 million in June .
The ONS cautioned that changes to Universal Credit in response to the virus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ while still being employed , which could affect the figures .
Separate ONS data shows around 730,000 UK workers have been removed from British company payrolls since March , when the Covid-19 lockdown began .
But the official unemployment rate is not rising , staying at 3.9 % for April to June – the latest period for which data is available .
To be counted as unemployed , workers need to be actively looking for a new job .
Jonathan Athow , deputy national statistician for economic statistics at the ONS , said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ number of jobless not looking for a position , though wanting to work .
He added : “ In addition , there are still a large number of people who say they are working no hours and getting zero pay . ''
Rebecca McDonald , senior economist at the Joseph Rowntree Foundation , said the figures suggest many are facing “ grinding pressure and uncertainty about how to pay their rent , put food on the table or find a new job ” .
Chancellor Rishi Sunak said the latest labour market figures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ safeguard millions of jobs .
He added : “ I ’ ve always been clear that we can ’ t protect every job , but through our Plan For Jobs we have a clear plan to protect , support and create jobs to ensure that nobody is left without hope .
”

Anti-poverty charity the Joseph Rowntree Foundation warns many could be facing “grinding pressure and uncertainty” about how to make ends meet as government job support schemes wind down.
Office for National Statistics data shows 11,955 people were claiming out-of-work benefits in Southampton as of July 9, compared to just 5,625 in early March.
That’s 6.9% of the working-age population, up from 3.3%.
The figures include those aged 16 to 64 on Jobseeker’s Allowance and some Universal Credit claimants, who are unemployed and seeking work or employed but with low earnings.
The number getting help in Southampton also went up slightly compared to the start of June, when there were 11,685 claimants.
A similar pattern was seen across the UK, where the claimant count more than doubled to 2.7 million in July compared to March.
The month-on-month increase was more modest – the figure stood at 2.6 million in June.
The ONS cautioned that changes to Universal Credit in response to the virus mean more people could get the benefits while still being employed, which could affect the figures.
Separate ONS data shows around 730,000 UK workers have been removed from British company payrolls since March, when the Covid-19 lockdown began.
But the official unemployment rate is not rising, staying at 3.9% for April to June – the latest period for which data is available.
To be counted as unemployed, workers need to be actively looking for a new job.
Jonathan Athow, deputy national statistician for economic statistics at the ONS, said there has been a rise in the number of jobless not looking for a position, though wanting to work.
He added: “In addition, there are still a large number of people who say they are working no hours and getting zero pay."
Rebecca McDonald, senior economist at the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, said the figures suggest many are facing “grinding pressure and uncertainty about how to pay their rent, put food on the table or find a new job”.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak said the latest labour market figures showed government support measures were working to safeguard millions of jobs.
He added: “I’ve always been clear that we can’t protect every job, but through our Plan For Jobs we have a clear plan to protect, support and create jobs to ensure that nobody is left without hope.”


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Tesco launches food collection for Trussell Trust and Fareshare

A SUMMER collection will be launched at Tesco stores across Southampton after a hunger charity saw its highest demand for food on record .
In a bid to support the Trussell Trust and Fareshare charities , customers can donate essential items of long-life food from August 20 to 22 .
• Amazon staff in Southampton deliver thousands of breakfast packs to vulnerable children Tesco has set out to then top up all customer donations with an additional 20 per cent donation in cash to the two charities .
The collection has been organised in direct response to the extra pressures @ @ @ @ @ @ @ groups supported by FareShare and the Trussell Trust during the Covid-19 pandemic .
It comes as FareShare saw its highest ever demand for food from the thousands of local charities and community groups it supports , while the Trussell Trust has seen need at food banks soar by more than 80 per cent .
Tesco director David Page said : “ This is a really challenging time for the two charities because of the big rise in demand on them for food .
Our customers have responded with incredible generosity to our food @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than 39 million meals .
“ I hope they will give generously again , because there are a lot of people who need a helping hand at the moment and this appeal will make a real difference to them.
” The two food charities have already been aided by Tesco as part of a £30million package of community support in response to the pandemic .
The package included donations of surplus food with a value of £9million through FareShare , a £15million donation of extra food to the two charities and £1million between @ @ @ @ @ @ @ running costs .
Sophie Greaves , the Trussell Trust ’ s South East area manager , said : “ Over the last few months , we ’ ve been truly humbled to see how much people are willing to give and the difference this can make when someone is in crisis .
“ More people than ever are likely to need a food bank .
This isn ’ t right .
Everyone should be able to afford their own food .
Every donation made during Tesco ’ s summer food collection will help @ @ @ @ @ @ @ best possible emergency help to people referred .
”

In a bid to support the Trussell Trust and Fareshare charities, customers can donate essential items of long-life food from August 20 to 22.
Amazon staff in Southampton deliver thousands of breakfast packs to vulnerable children
Tesco has set out to then top up all customer donations with an additional 20 per cent donation in cash to the two charities.
The collection has been organised in direct response to the extra pressures placed on the food banks and community groups supported by FareShare and the Trussell Trust during the Covid-19 pandemic.
It comes as FareShare saw its highest ever demand for food from the thousands of local charities and community groups it supports, while the Trussell Trust has seen need at food banks soar by more than 80 per cent.
Tesco director David Page said: “This is a really challenging time for the two charities because of the big rise in demand on them for food. Our customers have responded with incredible generosity to our food collections in the past, donating more than 39 million meals.
“I hope they will give generously again, because there are a lot of people who need a helping hand at the moment and this appeal will make a real difference to them.”
The two food charities have already been aided by Tesco as part of a £30million package of community support in response to the pandemic.
The package included donations of surplus food with a value of £9million through FareShare, a £15million donation of extra food to the two charities and £1million between them to help them with their increased running costs.
Sophie Greaves, the Trussell Trust’s South East area manager, said: “Over the last few months, we’ve been truly humbled to see how much people are willing to give and the difference this can make when someone is in crisis.
“More people than ever are likely to need a food bank. This isn’t right. Everyone should be able to afford their own food. Every donation made during Tesco’s summer food collection will help food banks in our network provide the best possible emergency help to people referred.”


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--LETTER - Ex Southampton mayor took 66 minutes to go two miles

ON FRIDAY afternoon I picked up someone from Portsmouth Road to take them to Southampton General Hospital .
Having had a bad trip getting there from Shirley we came back a different way via Portswood down Highfield Lane .
We joined this at 3.08 pm .
At 3.20pm were at the junction with Highfield Road .
Sometimes we never moved , when lights changed , mostly when we did move it was cars turning around to leave the queue .
During one of the long stationary periods my friend got out and counted as far as possible front and back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
I shut off at times but often pumped out my pollution with the best , it was a calm day , trees heavy with leaves .
I could see the Avenue at 3.40pm so I saw what happened , four times we did not move because the cars in Avenue blocked the junction either going up or down the Avenue .
I exited Highfield Lane at 3.52pm , traffic both ways as far as one could see with no movement , Burgess Road was okay but then took until 4.14pm to get @ @ @ @ @ @ @ blocked .
The only cyclist we saw came across from Burgess Road on to Common .
Obviously they know to stay away from cycle lanes .
One hour and six minutes to get , is it two miles ?
It seems there is no need to stop parking in town as the cars will never get there .
P.S .
My friend is unable to use public transport .

Having had a bad trip getting there from Shirley we came back a different way via Portswood down Highfield Lane. We joined this at 3.08 pm. At 3.20pm were at the junction with Highfield Road.
Sometimes we never moved, when lights changed, mostly when we did move it was cars turning around to leave the queue.
During one of the long stationary periods my friend got out and counted as far as possible front and back, there were 40 cars lined up.
Former mayor Edwina Cooke
I shut off at times but often pumped out my pollution with the best, it was a calm day, trees heavy with leaves.
I could see the Avenue at 3.40pm so I saw what happened, four times we did not move because the cars in Avenue blocked the junction either going up or down the Avenue.
I exited Highfield Lane at 3.52pm, traffic both ways as far as one could see with no movement, Burgess Road was okay but then took until 4.14pm to get to the hospital because Winchester Road was blocked.
The only cyclist we saw came across from Burgess Road on to Common.
Obviously they know to stay away from cycle lanes.
One hour and six minutes to get, is it two miles?
It seems there is no need to stop parking in town as the cars will never get there.
P.S. My friend is unable to use public transport.
Edwina Cooke
Mayor 2005/2006


thedailyecho--2020-08-19--Social distancing and safety measures in Southampton

A NEW initiative has been launched to increase the amount of space for outside dining in the city .
To support local businesses and improve customer experience , Southampton City Council and Go !
Southampton introduced Southampton Inside Out for outside business premises and designated public spaces .
And whilst the lifting of lockdown and easing of restrictions gets underway , city bosses have stressed that it is important that people feel safe and reassured about returning to towns and cities and visiting their favourite shops , restaurants and attractions again .
In Southampton , a number of initiatives have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s a safe place and ready for residents to enjoy , including the Be Smart , Stay Apart stickers scattered around busy parts of the city .
Floor markers have been put in place to help everyone stay safe when queuing outside shops and walking through the city centre .
Other city centre measures include increased pedestrianisation such as widened footpaths and more secure cycle parking provision .
Surfaces which are used and touched by many people such as benches , bins and gates are being disinfected with antiviral spray on a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
• Hospitality industry counting on Eat Out to Help Out scheme They are also continuing to disinfect high-contact areas of car parks like handrails , lifts and ticket machines .
Residents can also travel by public transport , however face coverings are essential and capacity is reduced .
Face coverings are also a must in shops now for both customers and staff .
Shops are limiting the number of customers allowed in-store at any one time for everyone ’ s safety , and opening hours may temporarily be different .
And after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hospitality businesses , many of Southampton ’ s pubs , restaurants and cafes have now reopened .
Open hospitality businesses all have to follow strict safety guidance , ranging from social distancing to rigorous cleaning and staff hygiene protocols , and have to collect customer contact details to support contact tracing in the event of a confirmed Covid-19 case .
The Government ’ s Eat Out to Help Out scheme is also available at over 130 outlets in Southampton .

To support local businesses and improve customer experience, Southampton City Council and Go! Southampton introduced Southampton Inside Out for outside business premises and designated public spaces.
And whilst the lifting of lockdown and easing of restrictions gets underway, city bosses have stressed that it is important that people feel safe and reassured about returning to towns and cities and visiting their favourite shops, restaurants and attractions again.
In Southampton, a number of initiatives have been put in place to ensure it’s a safe place and ready for residents to enjoy, including the Be Smart, Stay Apart stickers scattered around busy parts of the city.
Floor markers have been put in place to help everyone stay safe when queuing outside shops and walking through the city centre.
Other city centre measures include increased pedestrianisation such as widened footpaths and more secure cycle parking provision.
Surfaces which are used and touched by many people such as benches, bins and gates are being disinfected with antiviral spray on a regular basis by the City Services teams.
They are also continuing to disinfect high-contact areas of car parks like handrails, lifts and ticket machines.
Residents can also travel by public transport, however face coverings are essential and capacity is reduced.
Face coverings are also a must in shops now for both customers and staff.
Shops are limiting the number of customers allowed in-store at any one time for everyone’s safety, and opening hours may temporarily be different.
And after a long period of enforced closure for hospitality businesses, many of Southampton’s pubs, restaurants and cafes have now reopened.
Open hospitality businesses all have to follow strict safety guidance, ranging from social distancing to rigorous cleaning and staff hygiene protocols, and have to collect customer contact details to support contact tracing in the event of a confirmed Covid-19 case.
The Government’s Eat Out to Help Out scheme is also available at over 130 outlets in Southampton.