thedailyecho--2020-05-04--Hunt for man after paramedic's car stolen while they worked night shift

POLICE want to speak to this man after a car belonging to a paramedic was stolen while the owner was @ @ @ @ @ The silver VW Polo , with a registration number ending in HLA , was taken @ @ @ @ @ in School Close , Chandler 's Ford , between 6.15am and 6.20am on Saturday , @ @ @ @ @ Constabulary spokesman said : `` If you know this man , or have any information @ @ @ @ @ call us on 101 , quoting 44200154596 .
`` Alternatively , you can contact the @ @ @ @ @ anonymously on 0800 555 111 , or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org .
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The silver VW Polo, with a registration number ending in HLA, was taken from Monks Brooke Industrial Park in School Close, Chandler's Ford, between 6.15am and 6.20am on Saturday, May 2.
A Hampshire Constabulary spokesman said: "If you know this man, or have any information about this incident, please call us on 101, quoting 44200154596.
"Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org."


thedailyecho--2020-05-04--Emergency services rush to fire in Alma Road, Southampton

EMERGENCY services rushed to a fire in the toilet at a Southampton property .
Fire crews from Redbridge , St @ @ @ @ @ called to the premise on Alma Road , Southampton last night at 12.38am .
An @ @ @ @ @ fire in the ground floor toilet .
Crews used two breathing apparatus , one hosereel @ @ @ @ @ to extinguish the fire .
The stop message came in at 1.06am and no injuries @ @ @

Fire crews from Redbridge, St Mary's and Eastleigh were called to the premise on Alma Road, Southampton last night at 12.38am.
An extractor fan had caused the fire in the ground floor toilet.
Crews used two breathing apparatus, one hosereel, and two main jets to extinguish the fire.
The stop message came in at 1.06am and no injuries have been reported..


thedailyecho--2020-05-04--Flare gun rigged to bike scares thieves in Southampton

FIREFIGHTERS rushed to a Southampton address after a flare gun rigged to a bike as an anti-theft device went off .
Residents reported seeing “ nippers running off ” and hearing a loud bang and a lot of smoke after the gun went off .
A crew from Hightown Fire Station rushed to the scene in Lydgate Road after receiving an emergency call at 10.37pm on Friday .
Although no one was injured and no property damaged , firefighters slammed the security measure as “ incredibly dangerous ” .
Posting on social media , another firefighter said using a flare @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A spokesperson from Hightown Fire Station added : “ This an incredibly dangerous way to deter theft and could have resulted in serious injury .
“ Never thought we ’ d have to emphasise how much safer a bike lock is.
” Although police did not attend the incident , a spokesperson added : “ Even though from what we have heard this incident didn ’ t result in anyone being hurt , we would encourage people to use more usual deterrents to theft such as a good quality lock or even a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t want to be responsible for someone getting hurt and the possible consequences of that.
” Police have issued advice for cyclists to keep their bikes safe and out of the hands of thieves – and what to do if their bike is stolen .
Officers urge owners to register their bike with the BikeRegister website .
They say it is a highly effective , visible deterrent to bike thieves as they know that if they are caught with a registered bike , the owner can be traced and they will be arrested @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cut through some locks in seconds .
They advise cyclists to use two good quality locks , at least one of which is a D-lock .
As previously reported , Southampton man Tom Dickinson who rode the distance of Lands End to John o ’ Groats , raising more than £4,000 in aid of NHS workers , had his bikes stolen .
The 24-year-old had been raising money for frontline NHS staff during the coronavirus crisis .
But after completing the gruelling feat , he found thieves had broken into his shed in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
They stole his two bikes - a black and red Orbea , Orca Aero and a blue Tifosi , CK7 .
Anyone with information about Tom ’ s bikes is urged to call police on 101 , quoting 44200135126 .

Residents reported seeing “nippers running off” and hearing a loud bang and a lot of smoke after the gun went off.
A crew from Hightown Fire Station rushed to the scene in Lydgate Road after receiving an emergency call at 10.37pm on Friday.
Although no one was injured and no property damaged, firefighters slammed the security measure as “incredibly dangerous”.
Posting on social media, another firefighter said using a flare gun was “not smart”.
A spokesperson from Hightown Fire Station added: “This an incredibly dangerous way to deter theft and could have resulted in serious injury.
“Never thought we’d have to emphasise how much safer a bike lock is.”
Although police did not attend the incident, a spokesperson added: “Even though from what we have heard this incident didn’t result in anyone being hurt, we would encourage people to use more usual deterrents to theft such as a good quality lock or even a bike alarm.
“You don’t want to be responsible for someone getting hurt and the possible consequences of that.”
Police have issued advice for cyclists to keep their bikes safe and out of the hands of thieves – and what to do if their bike is stolen.
Officers urge owners to register their bike with the BikeRegister website.
They say it is a highly effective, visible deterrent to bike thieves as they know that if they are caught with a registered bike, the owner can be traced and they will be arrested.
According to police, thieves can cut through some locks in seconds. They advise cyclists to use two good quality locks, at least one of which is a D-lock.
As previously reported, Southampton man Tom Dickinson who rode the distance of Lands End to John o’ Groats, raising more than £4,000 in aid of NHS workers, had his bikes stolen.
The 24-year-old had been raising money for frontline NHS staff during the coronavirus crisis.
But after completing the gruelling feat, he found thieves had broken into his shed in Bellevue Road on Wednesday, April 15.
They stole his two bikes - a black and red Orbea, Orca Aero and a blue Tifosi, CK7.
Anyone with information about Tom’s bikes is urged to call police on 101, quoting 44200135126.


thedailyecho--2020-05-04--Love Island cancelled this year due to the coronavirus pandemic

LOVE Island has been cancelled this year due to the coronavirus pandemic .
Series seven of the popular TV show @ @ @ @ @ , will be moved to 2021 .
In a statement released this morning , Kevin @ @ @ @ @ at ITV , said : `` We have tried every which way to make Love @ @ @ @ @ it 's just not possible to produce it in a way that safeguards the wellbeing @ @ @ @ @ for us is the priority . ''
`` In normal circumstances we would be preparing @ @ @ @ @ to the location in Mallorca to get the villa ready but clearly that ’ s @ @ @ @ @ .
He added : `` We are very sorry for fans of the show but @ @ @ @ @ prime concern and Love Island will be back stronger than ever in 2021 .
In @ @ @ @ @ can still enjoy all six series of Love Island on BritBox . ''

Series seven of the popular TV show, which airs on ITV2, will be moved to 2021.
In a statement released this morning, Kevin Lygo, Director of Television at ITV, said: "We have tried every which way to make Love Island this summer but logistically it's just not possible to produce it in a way that safeguards the wellbeing of everyone involved and that for us is the priority."
"In normal circumstances we would be preparing very soon to travel out to the location in Mallorca to get the villa ready but clearly that’s now out of the question.
He added: "We are very sorry for fans of the show but making it safely is our prime concern and Love Island will be back stronger than ever in 2021. In the meantime Love Island fans can still enjoy all six series of Love Island on BritBox."


thedailyecho--2020-05-04--Paulton's Park in line to become Theme Park of the Year

A POPULAR Hampshire theme park has been nominated for the first ever UK Theme Park Awards .
Boasting one of the UK 's number one theme parks , Paulton 's Park , in Romsey , is among ten across the UK that have been announced in the first set of nominations .
It comes after the amusement park - also home of Peppa Pig World - was named the best in the UK for a third consecutive year in 2018 , by review site TripAdvisor .
The theme park has also postponed its Tornado Springs attraction until 2021 due to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is in line to become the Theme Park of the Year , which will be voted by the British public for their favourite theme parks in the national awards .
The awards are set to recognise the `` best rides and attractions , shows and events '' , as well as best customer service , value and accessibility .
`` There are more than 40 theme parks in the UK , visited by millions of people every year , and it is about time that we recognise those offering the very best experiences @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of ThemeParks-UK.com .
The awards include 20 categories , including Best Value , Best Accessibility and Best New Attraction .
Those nominated for the UK Theme Park Awards also include Alton Towers , Blackpool Pleasure Beach , Chessington World of Adventures , Drayton Manor , Dreamland Margate , Fantasy Island , Flamingo Land , LEGOLAND Windsor and Thorpe Park .
The next ten nominees in each category will be announced every day at 12pm , between May 1 and 20 , on social media .
Paul Kelly , Chief Executive of the British @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Attractions , said : `` With my career long love affair with Theme Parks and Attractions , I am delighted to be part of the judging panel for the UK Theme Park Awards . ''
To access their Facebook , visit www.facebook.com/ThemeParksUK/ and public voting will take later this year at www.ukthemeparkawards.com .

Boasting one of the UK's number one theme parks, Paulton's Park, in Romsey, is among ten across the UK that have been announced in the first set of nominations.
It comes after the amusement park - also home of Peppa Pig World - was named the best in the UK for a third consecutive year in 2018, by review site TripAdvisor.
The theme park has also postponed its Tornado Springs attraction until 2021 due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Now, it is in line to become the Theme Park of the Year, which will be voted by the British public for their favourite theme parks in the national awards.
The awards are set to recognise the "best rides and attractions, shows and events", as well as best customer service, value and accessibility.
"There are more than 40 theme parks in the UK, visited by millions of people every year, and it is about time that we recognise those offering the very best experiences," said Lawrence Roots, Editor of ThemeParks-UK.com.
The awards include 20 categories, including Best Value, Best Accessibility and Best New Attraction.
Those nominated for the UK Theme Park Awards also include Alton Towers, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Chessington World of Adventures, Drayton Manor, Dreamland Margate, Fantasy Island, Flamingo Land, LEGOLAND Windsor and Thorpe Park.
The next ten nominees in each category will be announced every day at 12pm, between May 1 and 20, on social media.
Paul Kelly, Chief Executive of the British Association of Leisure Parks, Piers and Attractions, said: "With my career long love affair with Theme Parks and Attractions, I am delighted to be part of the judging panel for the UK Theme Park Awards."
To access their Facebook, visit www.facebook.com/ThemeParksUK/ and public voting will take later this year at www.ukthemeparkawards.com.


thedailyecho--2020-05-04--Tributes to retired firefighter Bob Biggs, from Botley, who died of sepsis

A FLAG was flown at half mast in honour of the retired 66-year-old firefighter from Botley following his death .
Bob Biggs , who worked at Botley Fire Station until the age of 55 , has died after having sepsis for three years .
His family have now paid tribute to the `` Botley legend '' .
In a statement they said : “ Bob Biggs joined Botley Fire Station at 18 with his cousin Ray Bone , later joined by family members Jamie Stubbington and Colin Millar .
“ He was the third generation of Biggs serving the station @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the last 15 years , retiring at 55 .
“ He also worked at Botley Mills , and when the bleeper went , Bob was often seen on his 1970s bike , cycling up to the Botley Fire Station .
“ David and Jemma , his children , have fond memories of strawberry fairs and open days over at the fire station .
“ Bob took part in fire pump competitions , often winning .
“ Bob loved his garden and grew plenty of fresh produce and flowers which he generously shared @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the pub , where he enjoyed a quiet pint .
“ When he wasn ’ t in Botley , his favourite place was Cyprus , where he had an apartment and made friends with the locals .
He always came back looking like a Cypriot .
“ Bob had a love of dogs , especially springer spaniels , the last being David ’ s dog Wotsit .
“ He recently became a granddad to Daisie and Freddie .
Bob was always there to help everyone , he was 100 per cent a Botley @ @ @ @ @ @ @ agree .
“ Botley won ’ t be the same without Bob wandering through and was affectionately known as Botley Bob , a true gentleman and friend who will be deeply missed.
” Botley Station Manager Mark Woods said : “ Bob is a huge part of the station 's history and remained part of the fire service family after he retired .
He will be missed by all personnel and the community .
“ Bob remained a regular tea break visitor and I will miss his stories and offerings .
I have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ together .
`` Bob will always be a Botley legend .
”

Bob Biggs, who worked at Botley Fire Station until the age of 55, has died after having sepsis for three years.
His family have now paid tribute to the "Botley legend".
In a statement they said: “Bob Biggs joined Botley Fire Station at 18 with his cousin Ray Bone, later joined by family members Jamie Stubbington and Colin Millar.
“He was the third generation of Biggs serving the station as a sub officer then station manager for the last 15 years, retiring at 55.
“He also worked at Botley Mills, and when the bleeper went, Bob was often seen on his 1970s bike, cycling up to the Botley Fire Station.
“David and Jemma, his children, have fond memories of strawberry fairs and open days over at the fire station.
“Bob took part in fire pump competitions, often winning.
“Bob loved his garden and grew plenty of fresh produce and flowers which he generously shared with the local people, usually down the pub, where he enjoyed a quiet pint.
“When he wasn’t in Botley, his favourite place was Cyprus, where he had an apartment and made friends with the locals. He always came back looking like a Cypriot.
“Bob had a love of dogs, especially springer spaniels, the last being David’s dog Wotsit.
“He recently became a granddad to Daisie and Freddie. Bob was always there to help everyone, he was 100 per cent a Botley man, everyone who knew him would agree.
“Botley won’t be the same without Bob wandering through and was affectionately known as Botley Bob, a true gentleman and friend who will be deeply missed.”
Botley Station Manager Mark Woods said: “Bob is a huge part of the station's history and remained part of the fire service family after he retired. He will be missed by all personnel and the community.
“Bob remained a regular tea break visitor and I will miss his stories and offerings. I have very many fond memories of our time together.
"Bob will always be a Botley legend.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-04--Eta Aquariids set to dazzle night skies with up to 40 meteors per hour

Skygazers can look forward to seeing several shooting stars on Tuesday night , as the Earth passes through the dust left over from Halley ’ s Comet .
The Eta Aquariid meteor shower is expected to peak on the night of May 5 , with up to 40 meteors per hour , and will be visible until the early morning of May 6 .
This celestial display is associated with the Halley ’ s Comet , officially designated 1P/Halley , which orbits the sun once every 76 years .
Currently conditions are set to be cloudy on Tuesday night , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ de Sales Marques , an astronomer at the Royal Observatory Greenwich , told the PA news agency : “ The last time it [ Halley ’ s Comet ] was seen in the sky was 1986 , and our next chance to view it will be late in the year 2061.
” The Eta Aquariids takes its name from the constellation of Aquarius in the southern hemisphere , where the shooting stars appear to originate from .
Meteoroids from Halley ’ s Comet strike the Earth ’ s atmosphere at an approximate speed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ) , burning up in the process .
Ms de Sales Marques told PA : “ As a comet approaches the sun it heats up , releasing gas and dust into space behind it .
“ When that wake of debris intersects with the orbit of the Earth we experience meteor showers , as the particles fall towards the Earth and heat up upon entering the atmosphere , leaving bright streaks in the sky as they vaporise or break apart.
” While the Eta Aquariids is active from late April to near the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Marques says the best time to see it will be on the night of May 5-6 between midnight and sunrise , when the shower will be at its peak .
Ms de Sales Marques told PA : “ This is a moderately active meteor shower , with a peak rate of 40 meteors per hour , and even though its radiant will be below or only just above the horizon for those of us at London ’ s latitude , we can still look out for its meteors all across the sky .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the hours just before dawn , facing the eastern sky.
” She advises getting far away from all artificial lights to increase the chances of catching a glimpse of the shooting stars on a moonlit night .
Ms de Sales Marques said : “ As with any other stargazing activity , the best way to see meteors is to find yourself a spot sheltered from city lights with an unobstructed view of the sky and look in the direction of the radiant .
“ The moon will be waxing gibbous throughout the night @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be as dark as one could hope , adding to the challenge .
”

The Eta Aquariid meteor shower is expected to peak on the night of May 5, with up to 40 meteors per hour, and will be visible until the early morning of May 6.
This celestial display is associated with the Halley’s Comet, officially designated 1P/Halley, which orbits the sun once every 76 years.
Currently conditions are set to be cloudy on Tuesday night, according to the Met Office.
Tania de Sales Marques, an astronomer at the Royal Observatory Greenwich, told the PA news agency: “The last time it [Halley’s Comet] was seen in the sky was 1986, and our next chance to view it will be late in the year 2061.”
The Eta Aquariids takes its name from the constellation of Aquarius in the southern hemisphere, where the shooting stars appear to originate from.
Meteoroids from Halley’s Comet strike the Earth’s atmosphere at an approximate speed of 150,000 miles per hour (240,000kph), burning up in the process.
Ms de Sales Marques told PA: “As a comet approaches the sun it heats up, releasing gas and dust into space behind it.
“When that wake of debris intersects with the orbit of the Earth we experience meteor showers, as the particles fall towards the Earth and heat up upon entering the atmosphere, leaving bright streaks in the sky as they vaporise or break apart.”
While the Eta Aquariids is active from late April to near the end of May, Ms de Sales Marques says the best time to see it will be on the night of May 5-6 between midnight and sunrise, when the shower will be at its peak.
Ms de Sales Marques told PA: “This is a moderately active meteor shower, with a peak rate of 40 meteors per hour, and even though its radiant will be below or only just above the horizon for those of us at London’s latitude, we can still look out for its meteors all across the sky.
“Our best chance will be in the hours just before dawn, facing the eastern sky.”
She advises getting far away from all artificial lights to increase the chances of catching a glimpse of the shooting stars on a moonlit night.
Ms de Sales Marques said: “As with any other stargazing activity, the best way to see meteors is to find yourself a spot sheltered from city lights with an unobstructed view of the sky and look in the direction of the radiant.
“The moon will be waxing gibbous throughout the night, so the sky won’t be as dark as one could hope, adding to the challenge.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-04--Staff member attacked at Co-op in Blechynden Terrace in Southampton

A STAFF member at a Southampton Co-op was attacked and left with bruising and cuts to his face and head @ @ @ @ @ CCTV image of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident @ @ @ @ @ at the Co-op on Blechynden Terrace on April 25 .
Officers say the man they @ @ @ @ @ described as being in his mid 20s , about six feet and two inches tall @ @ @ @ @ a strong accent .
A Hampshire Constabulary spokesman said : `` If you have any @ @ @ @ @ please get in touch by calling 101 and quoting reference 44200146062 .
Alternatively , call @ @ @ @ @ . ''

Police have issued a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident, which happened at 3.41pm at the Co-op on Blechynden Terrace on April 25.
Officers say the man they want to speak to is described as being in his mid 20s, about six feet and two inches tall, with dark hair and a strong accent.
A Hampshire Constabulary spokesman said: "If you have any information about this incident, please get in touch by calling 101 and quoting reference 44200146062. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."


thedailyecho--2020-05-04--Wife of ex-Saints star Kevin Phillips arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

THE wife of former Saints star Kevin Phillips was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was stabbed @ @ @ @ @ .
A national newspaper reported that Julie Phillips , 49 , was at a house @ @ @ @ @ on Saturday evening .
The mum of four was held overnight and quizzed along with @ @ @ @ @ was later released without charge following the incident in Lichfield , Staffordshire .
Kevin Phillips @ @ @ @ @ in two season at St Mary 's , was reported to have said : `` @ @ @ @ @ the incident and she was released without charge .
`` As you can image , @ @ @ @ @ `` But as regards any other suggestions , they are complete nonsense . ''

A national newspaper reported that Julie Phillips, 49, was at a house where a fight broke out on Saturday evening.
The mum of four was held overnight and quizzed along with two other men, but was later released without charge following the incident in Lichfield, Staffordshire.
Kevin Phillips, who scored 26 goals in two season at St Mary's, was reported to have said: "Julie was a witness to the incident and she was released without charge.
"As you can image, she was very traumatised.
"But as regards any other suggestions, they are complete nonsense."


thedailyecho--2020-05-04--Firefighters called to large tyre blaze in Hound Road, Netley

RESIDENTS were warned to close their windows and doors after a large tyre fire broke out this evening .
Three @ @ @ @ @ Hound Road in Netley Abbey amid reports that 30-40 tyres were ablaze .
Hampshire Fire @ @ @ @ @ at 5.51pm .
A statement from the service said : `` We are dealing with @ @ @ @ @ on Hound Road , Netley Abbey .
We are dealing with a large fire involving @ @ @ @ @ Netley Abbey - please close your windows and doors if you live in the area @ @ @ @ @ Hants Fire Control ( @ hfrs_control ) May 4 , 2020 `` Please close your @ @ @ @ @ live in the area . ''
Two crews from Hightown fire station and one from @ @ @ @ @ scene .
The stop message came in at 6.40pm .

Three fire engines were sent to Hound Road in Netley Abbey amid reports that 30-40 tyres were ablaze.
Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service was alerted at 5.51pm.
A statement from the service said: "We are dealing with a large fire involving tyres on Hound Road, Netley Abbey.
We are dealing with a large fire involving tyres on Hound Road, Netley Abbey - please close your windows and doors if you live in the area @Hightown56 @Hamblefire55 — Hants Fire Control (@hfrs_control) May 4, 2020
"Please close your windows and doors if you live in the area."
Two crews from Hightown fire station and one from Hamble were sent to the scene.
The stop message came in at 6.40pm.


thedailyecho--2020-05-04--Coronavirus: Nine more deaths announced in Hampshire

A FURTHER nine people who tested positive for coronavirus have died in Hampshire in the last 24 hours .
Figures @ @ @ @ @ afternoon have revealed that nine more people have died in Hampshire - bringing the total @ @ @ @ @ yesterday .
• REVEALED : Figures show how many people have died in each area @ @ @ @ @ At UHS , 146 patients have died who tested positive for the virus with the @ @ @ @ @ Friday .
At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust , 135 people have died - up @ @ @ @ @ .
In total , 195 people have died at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust after @ @ @ @ @ increase of one in the last 24 hours .
There have been no more coronavirus @ @ @ @ @ NHS Foundation Trust where 15 people have died after testing positive for Covid-19 .
This @ @ @ @ @ Friday .

Figures released by the NHS this afternoon have revealed that nine more people have died in Hampshire - bringing the total to 491 up from 482 yesterday.
The statistics cover University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS), Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
At UHS, 146 patients have died who tested positive for the virus with the number staying the same since Friday.
At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, 135 people have died - up by eight from 127 yesterday.
In total, 195 people have died at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust after contracting the virus, an increase of one in the last 24 hours.
There have been no more coronavirus related deaths at Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust where 15 people have died after testing positive for Covid-19.
This figure has not changed since Friday.


thedailyecho--2020-05-04--Coronavirus: New data shows localised Hampshire death totals

THE number of people who have died after contracting coronavirus in localised areas has been revealed .
In a comprehensive @ @ @ @ @ for National Statistics ( ONS ) examined more than 20,000 virus deaths registered in England @ @ @ @ @ to April 17 .
Over this period , the ONS data has 53 recorded deaths @ @ @ @ @ Woolston has the highest number of these deaths with eight , follwed by Hightown with @ @ @ @ @ Southampton had no recorded deaths over this period .
Across Eastleigh there were 22 recorded @ @ @ @ @ the New Forest had 40 , Test Valley had 18 , Winchester had 30 , @ @ @ @ @ had 28 .
The ONS has analysed details of the 20,283 deaths that occurred in @ @ @ @ @ 1 and April 17 , and which were registered by April 18 , where Covid-19 @ @ @ @ @ certificate as the underlying cause of death or a contributory factor .
Breakdown of recorded @ @ @ @ @ regions by local area

In a comprehensive data release, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) examined more than 20,000 virus deaths registered in England and Wales from March 1 to April 17.
Over this period, the ONS data has 53 recorded deaths involving coronavirus across Southampton. Woolston has the highest number of these deaths with eight, follwed by Hightown with five. Eight areas of Southampton had no recorded deaths over this period.
Across Eastleigh there were 22 recorded deaths involving COVID-19, while the New Forest had 40, Test Valley had 18, Winchester had 30, Fareham had 48 and Gosport had 28.
The ONS has analysed details of the 20,283 deaths that occurred in England and Wales between March 1 and April 17, and which were registered by April 18, where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate as the underlying cause of death or a contributory factor.
Breakdown of recorded deaths involving coronavirus in Hampshire regions by local area
Southampton
Aldermoor and Lordswood: 1
Banister Park and Howard Road: 1
Bassett Green: 1
Bevois Town: 0
Bittern East: 1
Bitterne South: 3
Bitterne West: 2
Central Southampton East: 0
Central Southampton West: 1
Coxford and Lords Hill: 4
Freemantle: 0
Harefield: 0
Highfield and University: 1
Hightown: 5
Hollybrook: 3
Itchen: 1
Maybush: 1
Newtown and Nicholstown: 2
Redbridge and Millbrook West: 0
Regents Park and Millbrook East: 4
Shirley South: 3
Shirley Warren: 2
Sholing East: 2
Sholing West: 0
St Denys: 6
Stoneham: 2
Swaythling: 0
Thornhill: 1
Townhill Park: 2
Upper Shirley: 4
Weston: 0
Woolston: 8
Eastleigh
Bishopstoke: 1
Boywatt Wood: 0
Central Eastleigh: 1
Chandler's Ford East: 1
Chandler's Ford West: 3
Eastleigh West: 4
Fair Oak: 1
Hamble-le-Rice: 2
Hedge End North and Botley North: 1
Hedge End South: 0
Hedge End Wildern & Botley South: 2
Hiltingbury: 2
Lowford: 2
Netley: 0
West End and Chartwell Green: 2
Test Valley
Abbotswood and West Wellow: 1
Andover Central: 1
Andover Charlton and Bourne Valley: 0
Andover Lond Road and East Anton: 3
Andover Newbury Road: 0
Andover South: 1
Andover West: 1
Chilworth, Nursling and Rownhams: 1
Chilbolton, Clatford and Barton Stacey: 0
Nether Wallop, Kings Somborne and Dunbridge: 0
North Baddesley and Braishfield: 4
Over Wallop and Shipton Bellinger: 0
Romsey Cupernham and Halterworth: 3
Romsey Town: 3
Valley Park: 0
Winchester
Bishop's Waltham and Waltham Chase: 3
Colden Common and Twyford: 0
Denmead and Southwick: 2
New Alresford: 1
Oliver's Battery and Hursley: 3
South Wonston, Sutton Scotney and Micheldever: 0
Springvale and Itchen Abbas: 2
Swanmore, Hambledon and West Meon: 1
Whiteley, Knowle and Wickham: 4
Winchester Central and South: 1
Winchester East: 1
Winchester North and Sparsholt: 8
Winchester West: 4
New Forest
Ashurst and Cadnam: 8
Barton-on-Sea: 1
Bransgore and Burley: 1
Brockenhurst and Sway: 2
Fordingbridge, Rockbourne and Woodgreen: 1
Holbury North, Blackfield and Fawley: 0
Holbury South: 2
Hordle and Bashley: 1
Hythe: 5
Langdown and Dibden Purlieu: 2
Lymington North and West: 1
Lymington Town and Boldre: 3
Lyndhurst and Minstead: 1
Marchwood and Dibden: 0
Milford and Lymington South: 0
New Milton East: 1
New Milton West: 1
Ringwood North and Ibsley: 1
Ringwood South: 4
Totton Calmore: 2
Totton Rushington: 1
Totton Town: 1
West Totton: 1
Fareham
Fareham Common: 3
Fareham Fort: 3
Fareham North West: 4
Fareham Town and Cams Hill: 5
Fareham West: 9
Hill Head: 1
Locks Heath: 3
Park Gate and Segensworth: 4
Portchester North West: 3
Portchester South East: 5
Stubbington: 1
Swanwick and Sarisbury Green: 3
Titchfield and Titchfield Common: 1
Warsash: 3
Gosport
Alverstoke and Privett: 5
Bridgemary North: 3
Bridgemary South: 2
Brockhurst: 2
Clayhall and Anglesey: 4
Elson: 2
Gosport Town: 4
Lee-on-the-Solent: 4
Priddy's Hardy and Brockhurst East: 2
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thedailyecho--2020-05-04--Piers Morgan to return to Good Morning Britain after testing negative for Covid-19

Good Morning Britain host Piers Morgan is set to return to the show after he tested negative for Covid-19 .
@ @ @ @ @ have now come back and he does not have the illness .
Morgan tweeted the @ @ @ @ @ take medical advice before returning to the Good Morning Britain sofa .
He said : @ @ @ @ @ test was negative .
I was advised to take the test by my doctor after @ @ @ @ @ and was entitled to do so as a Govt-designated essential worker .
`` I 'll @ @ @ @ @ soon as my doctor advises I 'm OK to return to work . ''

The presenter, 55, missed today's programme after developing a "mild" coronavirus symptom.
However, his test results have now come back and he does not have the illness.
Morgan tweeted the news and said he will take medical advice before returning to the Good Morning Britain sofa.
He said: "Update: my Covid-19 test was negative. I was advised to take the test by my doctor after developing possible coronavirus symptoms, and was entitled to do so as a Govt-designated essential worker.
"I'll be back on GMB as soon as my doctor advises I'm OK to return to work."


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Plans for 72 flats behind the Dolphin Hotel on High Street, Southampton

PLANS have been revealed for more than 70 city centre flats in the grounds of one of Southampton ’ s most historic buildings .
A seven-storey block of flats could spring up behind the Dolphin Hotel in the High Street .
Plans have been submitted to Southampton City Council to turn the ground behind the Bargate hotel into a new building containing 72 flats .
However , there are no proposals for car parking spaces and instead storage for up to 86 bicycles .
The plans have been submitted by Fortitudo Ltd and Dolphin Hotel Property Limited .
The hotel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ back to the 17th century , with famous guests including Queen Victoria , Admiral Lord Nelson and even Jane Austen .
It “ narrowly escaped destruction ” during World War II and underwent a £4million revamp before reopening its doors in 2010 .
However , as part of the redevelopment , a listed boundary wall would need to be knocked down .
The space behind the hotel is currently used for customer parking , but the developers have stated in planning documents that the hotel parking would be retained in the undercroft of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for storage for 86 bicycles to reduce `` the threat of a need for private car ownership '' , as well as plans for bins , white goods and glass .
Councillor for Bargate , Sarah Bogle , has urged local residents to comment on the plans and consider if they are an “ appropriate location for housing ” .
Back in 2007 , a redevelopment plan for 86 flats along with parking spaces was thrown out .
But , the application was refused primarily on grounds of overdevelopment , no appeal was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` zero-car '' scheme in order to offer future occupants to take `` full advantage of the huge range of facilities '' .
The proposals come as bosses behind the nearby Bargate Quarter development have said the project has been postponed due to the coronavirus crisis .
It is hoped the £100m scheme will offer new shops and restaurants .
But because of the pandemic , the future of the project , which would include a hotel with 250 bedrooms and new flats , is uncertain .

A seven-storey block of flats could spring up behind the Dolphin Hotel in the High Street.
Plans have been submitted to Southampton City Council to turn the ground behind the Bargate hotel into a new building containing 72 flats.
However, there are no proposals for car parking spaces and instead storage for up to 86 bicycles.
The plans have been submitted by Fortitudo Ltd and Dolphin Hotel Property Limited.
The hotel is a Grade II listed building dating back to the 17th century, with famous guests including Queen Victoria, Admiral Lord Nelson and even Jane Austen.
It “narrowly escaped destruction” during World War II and underwent a £4million revamp before reopening its doors in 2010.
However, as part of the redevelopment, a listed boundary wall would need to be knocked down.
The space behind the hotel is currently used for customer parking, but the developers have stated in planning documents that the hotel parking would be retained in the undercroft of the development.
Proposals have been submitted for storage for 86 bicycles to reduce "the threat of a need for private car ownership", as well as plans for bins, white goods and glass.
Councillor for Bargate, Sarah Bogle, has urged local residents to comment on the plans and consider if they are an “appropriate location for housing”.
Back in 2007, a redevelopment plan for 86 flats along with parking spaces was thrown out.
But, the application was refused primarily on grounds of overdevelopment, no appeal was made.
The development would be a "zero-car" scheme in order to offer future occupants to take "full advantage of the huge range of facilities".
The proposals come as bosses behind the nearby Bargate Quarter development have said the project has been postponed due to the coronavirus crisis.
It is hoped the £100m scheme will offer new shops and restaurants. But because of the pandemic, the future of the project, which would include a hotel with 250 bedrooms and new flats, is uncertain.


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Coronavirus: More than 6,300 care home deaths announced

There were 6,391 deaths in care homes involving coronavirus reported by care home providers in England to the Care Quality @ @ @ @ @ , the Office for National Statistics said .
The news comes after it was announced @ @ @ @ @ a new coronavirus contact-tracing app which ministers say will save lives and help lift Britain @ @ @ @ @ and council staff on the Isle of Wight are being urged to download the Covid-19 @ @ @ @ @ the rest of the island ’ s population invited to follow from Thursday .

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thedailyecho--2020-05-05--PHOTOS: Spectacular sunrise lights up the skies above Hampshire

The Met Office revealed that last month was the sunniest April on record , and people waking up on the @ @ @ @ @ to another stunning view .
Daily Echo Camera Club member were on hand to capture @ @ @ @ @ were still asleep at 4.30am .
Scroll through the gallery above to see the photos @ @ @ @ @ the club .

The Met Office revealed that last month was the sunniest April on record, and people waking up on the south coast today were treated to another stunning view.
Daily Echo Camera Club member were on hand to capture the scene for those who were still asleep at 4.30am.
Scroll through the gallery above to see the photos and visit facebook.com/groups/decameraclub to join the club.


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Nieces of Southampton porter who died after contracting coronavirus raise money for staff who cared

Nieces of Southampton porter who died after contracting coronavirus raise money for staff who cared for him

THE family of a well-loved Southampton porter who died after contracting coronavirus have started raising money to thank the “ amazing ” NHS staff who cared for him .
Mike Brown , who was a linen porter at Southampton General Hospital for 20 years , died on April 29 following testing positive for the virus on admission to hospital .
The 61-year-old had an underlying health condition and passed away after receiving treatment in the hospital 's critical care unit .
Now , his family are hoping to raise £2,000 for Southampton Hospital Charity to thank the staff and colleagues @ @ @ @ @ @ @ page was set up by Mike ’ s nieces Melissa and Rebecca Jones , who said he was the `` life and soul '' of any family get-together .
Rebecca said that Mike was cared for by his colleagues at the hospital him during his last few days while he was suffering with his illness .
Rebecca said : “ My uncle Mike meant a lot to me and our whole family .
“ Whenever we had family gatherings he was the life and soul of them , especially keeping us going with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ always check up on me while I was at work to see if I was OK. “ No matter what he was always making sure I was smiling .
“ Whenever I spoke to him he would be telling me of his next holiday , he sure loved to travel and I was super jealous .
“ He would always be my silly , wind-up uncle but that ’ s the way we loved him.
” She added : “ We have decided the raise this money at the NHS Southampton hospital intensive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ colleagues looked after him while he was suffering with covid-19 , sadly he passed away but they do a amazing job caring for their patients all year round .
“ Intensive care unit also helped my brother Luke twice last year in October and December , and also my auntie in December as well .
“ We just can ’ t thank them enough .
“

Mike Brown, who was a linen porter at Southampton General Hospital for 20 years, died on April 29 following testing positive for the virus on admission to hospital.
The 61-year-old had an underlying health condition and passed away after receiving treatment in the hospital's critical care unit.
Now, his family are hoping to raise £2,000 for Southampton Hospital Charity to thank the staff and colleagues who cared for him.
The JustGiving page was set up by Mike’s nieces Melissa and Rebecca Jones, who said he was the "life and soul" of any family get-together.
Rebecca said that Mike was cared for by his colleagues at the hospital him during his last few days while he was suffering with his illness.
Rebecca said: “My uncle Mike meant a lot to me and our whole family.
“Whenever we had family gatherings he was the life and soul of them, especially keeping us going with drinks and shots.
“He would always check up on me while I was at work to see if I was OK.
“No matter what he was always making sure I was smiling.
“Whenever I spoke to him he would be telling me of his next holiday, he sure loved to travel and I was super jealous.
“He would always be my silly, wind-up uncle but that’s the way we loved him.”
She added: “We have decided the raise this money at the NHS Southampton hospital intensive care unit.
“Mike’s colleagues looked after him while he was suffering with covid-19, sadly he passed away but they do a amazing job caring for their patients all year round.
“Intensive care unit also helped my brother Luke twice last year in October and December, and also my auntie in December as well.
“We just can’t thank them enough. “
To donate, visit: www.justgiving.com/fundraising/melissa-jones24.


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Part of BrightHouse on Shirley Road could be turned into flats

PART of a Southampton shop could be turned into three flats should plans be approved by civic chiefs .
Plans @ @ @ @ @ City Council to transform part of BrightHouse on Shirley Road , Southampton into flats .
@ @ @ @ @ convert part of the first floor and part of the ground floor from a shop @ @ @ @ @ would be two one-bed flats and one two-bed flats put in , but there are @ @ @ @ @ part of the ground floor , or the future of BrightHouse .
A decision from @ @ @ @ @ be made on the proposals .

Plans have been submitted to Southampton City Council to transform part of BrightHouse on Shirley Road, Southampton into flats.
The proposals detail plans to convert part of the first floor and part of the ground floor from a shop to three flats.
There would be two one-bed flats and one two-bed flats put in, but there are no details on the remaining part of the ground floor, or the future of BrightHouse.
A decision from the council is yet to be made on the proposals.


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Nurse launches fundraiser after dog's ear ripped off in horror attack in Bishopstoke

AN ANIMAL lover has launched a heartfelt plea to help pay for a dog ’ s intensive care treatments after the pet suffered a horror attack by two other dogs .
Lynn Crump , 63 , said she was “ devastated ” after hearing that her friend and colleague Julie Hayward ’ s springer spaniel was grabbed by the neck and left with one ear on Friday .
She has now set up a fundraising page in a bid to help Julie and her partner Gary pay for vet fees .
As previously reported by the Daily Echo , Layla @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in intensive care following a brutal attack by two dogs thought to be Staffordshire bull terriers .
The beloved 12-year-old pet had her head ripped open following the savage incident at Edward Avenue , Bishopstoke , around 5pm , when they usually go for a daily walk .
While trying to protect her , Julie , 44 , was left was gashes and cuts to her hands and wrists .
She screamed and shouted for help with neighbours eventually getting Layla safely and away from her two attackers .
Having been friends for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ met as nurses at Avalon House in Winchester , Lynn decided that something must be done to help when she saw the news on the Daily Echo Facebook page .
Owner of cat Cleo and previous horse owner Lynn , from Winchester , said : “ Julie is a good friend of mine and I was absolutely devastated when I saw the news .
“ I hope these dogs are caught and prosecuted as now Layla is in intensive care , which has cost over £2,000.
” After the incident , Julie and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before Julie ’ s partner of seven years , Gary , rushed Layla to a vet and then took Julie to hospital .
Layla is expected to stay at the vets for the next week with the couple devastated they can not visit her due to the coronavirus lockdown .
Lynn added : “ My aim is to raise £5,000 as the price will escalate , and I hope they get compensation too .
“ I love animals and it ’ s very sad and horrible , and now others are worried about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” Over £500 has been raised by the nurse just hours after setting up the online fundraising page on Monday morning .
Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses or anyone with information regarding the incident to ring 101 quoting reference 44200153831 .

Lynn Crump, 63, said she was “devastated” after hearing that her friend and colleague Julie Hayward’s springer spaniel was grabbed by the neck and left with one ear on Friday.
She has now set up a fundraising page in a bid to help Julie and her partner Gary pay for vet fees.
As previously reported by the Daily Echo, Layla the springer spaniel has spent the weekend in intensive care following a brutal attack by two dogs thought to be Staffordshire bull terriers.
The beloved 12-year-old pet had her head ripped open following the savage incident at Edward Avenue, Bishopstoke, around 5pm, when they usually go for a daily walk.
While trying to protect her, Julie, 44, was left was gashes and cuts to her hands and wrists.
She screamed and shouted for help with neighbours eventually getting Layla safely and away from her two attackers.
Having been friends for several years with owner Julie when they met as nurses at Avalon House in Winchester, Lynn decided that something must be done to help when she saw the news on the Daily Echo Facebook page.
Owner of cat Cleo and previous horse owner Lynn, from Winchester, said: “Julie is a good friend of mine and I was absolutely devastated when I saw the news.
“I hope these dogs are caught and prosecuted as now Layla is in intensive care, which has cost over £2,000.”
After the incident, Julie and Layla were taken to a nearby home before Julie’s partner of seven years, Gary, rushed Layla to a vet and then took Julie to hospital.
Layla is expected to stay at the vets for the next week with the couple devastated they cannot visit her due to the coronavirus lockdown.
Lynn added: “My aim is to raise £5,000 as the price will escalate, and I hope they get compensation too.
“I love animals and it’s very sad and horrible, and now others are worried about their pets. Something must be done.”
Over £500 has been raised by the nurse just hours after setting up the online fundraising page on Monday morning.
Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses or anyone with information regarding the incident to ring 101 quoting reference 44200153831.
To donate, visit www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/fundinglayla.


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Young Saints fans see their heroes clearly for the first time after being given the gift of sight

TWO visually impaired young Saints fans have been able to see their football heroes clearly for the first time .
Southampton players James Ward-Prowse , Jack Stephens and Oriol Romeu surprised Joshua , 14 , and ten-year-old Florence Heffer in the home dressing room during a special experience at St Mary 's Stadium just before lockdown .
The youngsters were gifted breakthrough IrisVision technology glasses by Virgin Media that will enable them to watch their beloved Saints in a way they 've never experienced before .
James Ward-Prowse , Vice Captain of Southampton FC , said : “ It was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and be a part in making their day so special as part of Virgin Media ’ s Super Saints campaign .
It ’ s incredibly rewarding when you ’ re given the opportunity to help kids who may be having a difficult time and we look forward to welcoming these Super Saints back to St Mary ’ s when the season kicks off again !
” The players spent time with Joshua and Florence chatting about the season and learning about their conditions , before inviting them to Saints fixture against the champions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Virgin Media will honour the invitation and fulfill their dreams when the season gets back up and running .
Virgin Media will also be donating their shirt sleeve sponsorship to its charity partner , Scope , for the match .
“ It was incredible meeting the players and to be given these glasses which will mean I can now watch the Saints play in a way I ’ ve never experienced before , ” said Joshua .
“ I couldn ’ t believe it when I saw the players for the first time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then be told that I would be mascot was just unbelievable – I ’ m so excited !
” said Florence , who also plays in the Saints Foundation Para Football Academy and has tunnel vision as well as a visual impairment .
With over 5.1 million visually impaired people in the UK , 43 % of whom are football fans , Virgin Media is raising awareness of the technology available and supporting two deserving Saints fans .
The technology will not only help them watch their favourite players and beloved team , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ distancing , the equipment will hugely help both Joshua and Florence with spatial awareness as well as being able to watch television clearly for the first time in their lives with their families .

Southampton players James Ward-Prowse, Jack Stephens and Oriol Romeu surprised Joshua, 14, and ten-year-old Florence Heffer in the home dressing room during a special experience at St Mary's Stadium just before lockdown.
The youngsters were gifted breakthrough IrisVision technology glasses by Virgin Media that will enable them to watch their beloved Saints in a way they've never experienced before.
James Ward-Prowse, Vice Captain of Southampton FC, said: “It was fantastic to meet both Joshua and Florence and be a part in making their day so special as part of Virgin Media’s Super Saints campaign. It’s incredibly rewarding when you’re given the opportunity to help kids who may be having a difficult time and we look forward to welcoming these Super Saints back to St Mary’s when the season kicks off again!”
The players spent time with Joshua and Florence chatting about the season and learning about their conditions, before inviting them to Saints fixture against the champions.
Despite the fixture being postponed, Virgin Media will honour the invitation and fulfill their dreams when the season gets back up and running. Virgin Media will also be donating their shirt sleeve sponsorship to its charity partner, Scope, for the match.
“It was incredible meeting the players and to be given these glasses which will mean I can now watch the Saints play in a way I’ve never experienced before,” said Joshua.
“I couldn’t believe it when I saw the players for the first time with my new glasses on. To then be told that I would be mascot was just unbelievable – I’m so excited!” said Florence, who also plays in the Saints Foundation Para Football Academy and has tunnel vision as well as a visual impairment.
With over 5.1 million visually impaired people in the UK, 43% of whom are football fans, Virgin Media is raising awareness of the technology available and supporting two deserving Saints fans.
The technology will not only help them watch their favourite players and beloved team, but in a tricky time of social distancing, the equipment will hugely help both Joshua and Florence with spatial awareness as well as being able to watch television clearly for the first time in their lives with their families.


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Coronavirus: New data shows localised Hampshire death totals


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Reader's Letter: Piers Morgan takes matters too far

I understand it 's a journalist to report the news not make it , but Piers Morgan takes , in my view , matters far too far .
What 's the point of having guests on when he constantly interrupts and speaks over them .
I was struck however when he interviewed Tony Bair .
Blair was able 99.9 % to speak uninterrupted .
He often whinges he does not win television awards .
Perhaps the NTA could insert a category of over in flatted ego 's which I @ m sure he would win hands down .
If he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to think he processes I do n't know why he does n't run for public office .
It 's very easy to say what you would do when your in a nice warm studio , the time for would 've could 've should 've is for another day Piers .
See here for more readers ' letters Let people answer the question in a manner they wish to convey otherwise just sit in front of a mirror and ask the question and give the reply you so desire .
Give people the respect @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has come now for TV schedules to get back to norma .
Is it really still necessary for certain channels to bombard hour after hour , day after day , surely we can get all this updated developments at the normal new bulletins and of course the daily government update .
The NHS and all the emergency volunteers are doing a tremendous exemplary job - well done to them all .
The true heroes of the moment , not so called celebrities , some of whom seem to have hijacked the crisis to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ profile .
Always live for today because you never know what tomorrow may bring or what it may take away .

What's the point of having guests on when he constantly interrupts and speaks over them.
I was struck however when he interviewed Tony Bair. Blair was able 99.9% to speak uninterrupted. He often whinges he does not win television awards. Perhaps the NTA could insert a category of over in flatted ego's which I@m sure he would win hands down.
If he has all the answers which he seems to think he processes I don't know why he doesn't run for public office.
It's very easy to say what you would do when your in a nice warm studio, the time for would've could've should've is for another day Piers.
See here for more readers' letters
Let people answer the question in a manner they wish to convey otherwise just sit in front of a mirror and ask the question and give the reply you so desire.
Give people the respect. they deserve, surly the time has come now for TV schedules to get back to norma.
Is it really still necessary for certain channels to bombard hour after hour, day after day, surely we can get all this updated developments at the normal new bulletins and of course the daily government update.
The NHS and all the emergency volunteers are doing a tremendous exemplary job - well done to them all.
The true heroes of the moment, not so called celebrities, some of whom seem to have hijacked the crisis to further their own personal self indulgence and profile.
Always live for today because you never know what tomorrow may bring or what it may take away.
Peter Fallon
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thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Concerns raised over Southampton GP appointments drop due to coronavirus pandemic

SOUTHAMPTON GP surgeries have seen a significant drop in appointments due to the effects of the coronavirus pandemic .
New figures have revealed that people booking appointments to see their GP in Southampton have fallen in the month of March due to the pandemic .
But the decline in GP appointments has raised concerns of `` serious consequences '' that could be caused as people stop going to the doctor for non-coronavirus related issues .
NHS Digital data shows that 15,597 GP appointments were recorded in the NHS Southampton CCG area in the last seven days of March .
This @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the first week of the month , and 45 per cent below the same week a year previously .
Across England , practices recorded a 30 per cent reduction in sessions between the first and last weeks of the month .
The Royal College of GPs ( RCGP ) says the decline in patients seeking help for non-coronavirus related conditions is concerning and could have serious consequences .
But the NHS says changes in how surgeries operate during the pandemic may have affected the figures , with remote sessions underreported .
Professor Martin @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said the data will not capture other ways care is being delivered , such as via “ Covid hubs '' and GPs providing NHS 111 support .
He added : “ Nevertheless , a decline in patients seeking medical help for conditions and illnesses unrelated to the Covid-19 pandemic is concerning and could lead to serious consequences , as we have seen in previous health crises .
“ As such , we want to remind patients that GP practices are open and if they are seriously ill or concerned about their health – @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or their child is due a vaccination – they should contact their GP practice.
” The figures also show 56 per cent of appointments in Southampton in the last week of March were recorded as face-to-face , compared to 78 per cent in the first seven days .
Meanwhile , telephone appointments rose from 17 per cent to 39 per cent over the period .
The NHS said the decline does not necessarily mean GPs are offering fewer appointments overall .
It added doctors could be using more list appointments , in which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ once , while online and video sessions “ may also not be routinely captured ” .
Medical director for primary care Nikki Kanani said : “ Last month practices delivered nearly 25 million appointments – over the phone , online or face-to-face where needed – and the majority took place within 48 hours , showing that even during these unprecedented times , if people require help from a GP they are able to get it , making contact initially by phone or online .
”

New figures have revealed that people booking appointments to see their GP in Southampton have fallen in the month of March due to the pandemic.
But the decline in GP appointments has raised concerns of "serious consequences" that could be caused as people stop going to the doctor for non-coronavirus related issues.
NHS Digital data shows that 15,597 GP appointments were recorded in the NHS Southampton CCG area in the last seven days of March.
This was 30 per cent fewer than in the first week of the month, and 45 per cent below the same week a year previously.
Across England, practices recorded a 30 per cent reduction in sessions between the first and last weeks of the month.
The Royal College of GPs (RCGP) says the decline in patients seeking help for non-coronavirus related conditions is concerning and could have serious consequences.
But the NHS says changes in how surgeries operate during the pandemic may have affected the figures, with remote sessions underreported.
Professor Martin Marshall, chairman of the RCGP, said the data will not capture other ways care is being delivered, such as via “Covid hubs" and GPs providing NHS 111 support.
He added: “Nevertheless, a decline in patients seeking medical help for conditions and illnesses unrelated to the Covid-19 pandemic is concerning and could lead to serious consequences, as we have seen in previous health crises.
“As such, we want to remind patients that GP practices are open and if they are seriously ill or concerned about their health – or if, for example, they or their child is due a vaccination – they should contact their GP practice.”
The figures also show 56 per cent of appointments in Southampton in the last week of March were recorded as face-to-face, compared to 78 per cent in the first seven days.
Meanwhile, telephone appointments rose from 17 per cent to 39 per cent over the period.
The NHS said the decline does not necessarily mean GPs are offering fewer appointments overall.
It added doctors could be using more list appointments, in which contact with several patients is only counted once, while online and video sessions “may also not be routinely captured”.
Medical director for primary care Nikki Kanani said: “Last month practices delivered nearly 25 million appointments – over the phone, online or face-to-face where needed – and the majority took place within 48 hours, showing that even during these unprecedented times, if people require help from a GP they are able to get it, making contact initially by phone or online.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Shots fired outside Saints pub in Millbrook

POLICE are investigating a `` firearms incident '' in which shots were fired outside a Southampton pub .
Officers say @ @ @ @ @ smash three windows at the Saints pub in Mansel Road West just after 2am today @ @ @ @ @ no-one was injured in the incident .
He added : `` We were called to @ @ @ @ @ incident that happened at 2.12am .
`` A weapon was discharged causing damage to three @ @ @ @ @ in the area conducting enquiries to find out the exact circumstances of what happened .
@ @ @ @ @ be an isolated incident and the threat to the public is low but we treat @ @ @ @ @ . ''
Police have not said what type of weapon was used or whether anyone @ @ @ @ @ the time .
Anyone who was in the area and saw something suspicious , or @ @ @ @ @ call Hampshire police on call 101 quoting crime reference number 44200158029 .
Alternatively they can @ @ @ @ @ 111 .

Officers say a weapon was used to smash three windows at the Saints pub in Mansel Road West just after 2am today.
A police spokesman said no-one was injured in the incident.
He added: "We were called to a report of a firearms incident that happened at 2.12am.
"A weapon was discharged causing damage to three windows.
"Officers are in the area conducting enquiries to find out the exact circumstances of what happened.
"This is considered to be an isolated incident and the threat to the public is low but we treat incidents like this very seriously."
Police have not said what type of weapon was used or whether anyone was on the premises at the time.
Anyone who was in the area and saw something suspicious, or has any information, can call Hampshire police on call 101 quoting crime reference number 44200158029.
Alternatively they can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Police set up dispersal order as part of crackdown on anti-social behaviour

POLICE have implemented a dispersal order as part of a clampdown on anti-social behaviour in the Townhill area of Southampton .
The dispersal order , which covers an area that includes Meggeson Avenue , River Walk , Woodmill Lane and Townhill Way , came into force at 3pm today and will remain until 3pm on Thursday .
A police spokesmanm said : `` The order is in response to reports of anti-social behaviour caused by large groups of people .
`` It will give officers the power to disperse people involved in anti-social behaviour out of the town centre area @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taken be to their home address , and follow-up work will be done with parents .
`` The order also gives officers the power to seize anything used in the commission of anti-social behaviour . ''
Acting Chief Inspector Hayley O ’ Grady added : “ We know that anti-social behaviour has a negative impact on those living and working in the area .
“ Anyone who witnesses anti-social behaviour or large gatherings of people should call 101 or report it to us online at www.hampshire.police.uk .
`` If a crime is in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is not related to COVID-19 , but of course we would like to remind everyone of the government advice to stay at home : www.gov.uk/coronavirus .
”

The dispersal order, which covers an area that includes Meggeson Avenue, River Walk, Woodmill Lane and Townhill Way, came into force at 3pm on Tuesday and will remain until 3pm on Thursday.
A police spokesmanm said: "The order is in response to reports of anti-social behaviour caused by large groups of people.
"It will give officers the power to disperse people involved in anti-social behaviour out of the town centre area.
"Those under 16 will be taken be to their home address, and follow-up work will be done with parents.
"The order also gives officers the power to seize anything used in the commission of anti-social behaviour."
Acting Chief Inspector Hayley O’Grady added: “We know that anti-social behaviour has a negative impact on those living and working in the area.
“Anyone who witnesses anti-social behaviour or large gatherings of people should call 101 or report it to us online at www.hampshire.police.uk.
"If a crime is in progress, call 999.
"This is not related to COVID-19, but of course we would like to remind everyone of the government advice to stay at home: www.gov.uk/coronavirus.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Police rushed to find deer lying in road near Southampton Common

RESIDENTS have shared their outrage after a wild animal was found lying on the road over the weekend .
Police rushed to the scene on Saturday evening following a report of an injured deer on Highfield Road , Southampton .
It comes after a dog walker saw a deer roaming the area earlier in the day , near to Burgess road .
While one resident said they heard a gun shot , another said they believe the deer was hit by a car .
Nearby resident Vanessa Beecham said : `` I went to my window because I saw the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and heard a shot sometime later .
`` We don ’ t know who alerted the police but the lovely police woman stayed watching over the deer .
`` Deer have been spotted a lot on the Common in the last week . ''
Another said : `` Cars are driving like maniacs at the moment because they think they are the only thing in the road . ''
Lorraine Loizou said : `` I saw a deer on Saturday at about 11.30am .
It shot past me as I was running and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cleared recently .
`` It was a shock as I walk my dogs and run on the common daily and have never seen a deer . ''
The RSPCA said they did not receive any reports but said over 74,000 deer vehicle collisions occur every year , according to research .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : `` We were called at 8.17pm on Saturday , 2 May to a report of an injured deer on Highfield Road .
`` Officers contacted a Humane Animal Dispatcher who attended to take over the @ @ @

Police rushed to the scene on Saturday evening following a report of an injured deer on Highfield Road, Southampton.
It comes after a dog walker saw a deer roaming the area earlier in the day, near to Burgess road.
While one resident said they heard a gun shot, another said they believe the deer was hit by a car.
Nearby resident Vanessa Beecham said: "I went to my window because I saw the blue flashing light of the police car and heard a shot sometime later.
"We don’t know who alerted the police but the lovely police woman stayed watching over the deer.
"Deer have been spotted a lot on the Common in the last week."
Another said: "Cars are driving like maniacs at the moment because they think they are the only thing in the road."
Lorraine Loizou said: "I saw a deer on Saturday at about 11.30am. It shot past me as I was running and headed into the area that has been cleared recently.
"It was a shock as I walk my dogs and run on the common daily and have never seen a deer."
The RSPCA said they did not receive any reports but said over 74,000 deer vehicle collisions occur every year, according to research.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We were called at 8.17pm on Saturday, 2 May to a report of an injured deer on Highfield Road.
"Officers contacted a Humane Animal Dispatcher who attended to take over the incident."


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Police called to Millbrook property after man seen shouting outside home

POLICE have rushed to a Millbrook property after a 21-year-old man was seen shouting outside a home .
Officers were @ @ @ @ @ reports of a disturbance at an address on Mendip Road , Southampton .
But as @ @ @ @ @ had already left the scene .


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Actress Millie Bobby Brown gives £5,000 to Southampton Hospitals Charity

Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown has made a £15,000 donation to NHS staff on the frontline of the coronavirus pandemic .
The British actress , 16 , gave £5,000 each to Southampton Hospitals Charity , Bournemouth Hospital Charity and the Salisbury District Hospital Stars Appeal .
The money will go towards supporting workers throughout the health crisis .
Brown , who has lived with her family in Bournemouth for four years , said : `` Britain 's NHS workers - and all carers - are an inspiration to us all and are the nation 's heroes .
`` I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them and just wanted to thank those risking their lives - particularly in hospitals on the South coast .
`` The area is very dear to me and my family and I can not wait to visit again soon .
Keep up the brilliant work and stay safe .
Thank you .
You are all amazing . ''
Donations go towards items including personal care packages , non-perishable food and drink and access to psychologists .
Jeneen Thomsen , joint interim director for Southampton Hospitals Charity , said : `` We ’ re @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our fantastic community for supporting our coronavirus emergency appeal .
`` The money already raised from our appeal has meant that we ’ ve been able to respond quickly to requests made from staff across UHS , ensuring that they are able to continue providing patients with the best possible care .
`` Millie ’ s donation will be put towards wellbeing rooms where staff have a safe space to take a break from the ward environment with support and refreshments on hand .
`` We ’ re committed to supporting our staff @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , through your donations which have never been more needed.
” Debbie Anderson , head of charity for Bournemouth Hospital Charity , added : `` We are committed to supporting the mental and physical wellbeing of our staff at this time , and thanks to the generous donations we have already received we have already purchased health and wellbeing books , toiletries , refreshments , and white boards to communicate with patients and other staff members when wearing PPE . ''
Brown is best known for playing Eleven in Netflix sci-fi drama Stranger @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the films Godzilla vs Kong and Enola Holmes .

The British actress, 16, gave £5,000 each to Southampton Hospitals Charity, Bournemouth Hospital Charity and the Salisbury District Hospital Stars Appeal.
The money will go towards supporting workers throughout the health crisis.
Brown, who has lived with her family in Bournemouth for four years, said: "Britain's NHS workers - and all carers - are an inspiration to us all and are the nation's heroes.
"I am in awe of every one of them and just wanted to thank those risking their lives - particularly in hospitals on the South coast.
"The area is very dear to me and my family and I cannot wait to visit again soon. Keep up the brilliant work and stay safe. Thank you. You are all amazing."
Donations go towards items including personal care packages, non-perishable food and drink and access to psychologists.
Jeneen Thomsen, joint interim director for Southampton Hospitals Charity, said: "We’re very grateful to Millie Bobby Brown and our fantastic community for supporting our coronavirus emergency appeal.
"The money already raised from our appeal has meant that we’ve been able to respond quickly to requests made from staff across UHS, ensuring that they are able to continue providing patients with the best possible care.
"Millie’s donation will be put towards wellbeing rooms where staff have a safe space to take a break from the ward environment with support and refreshments on hand.
"We’re committed to supporting our staff and patients now and after the pandemic, through your donations which have never been more needed.”
Debbie Anderson, head of charity for Bournemouth Hospital Charity, added: "We are committed to supporting the mental and physical wellbeing of our staff at this time, and thanks to the generous donations we have already received we have already purchased health and wellbeing books, toiletries, refreshments, and white boards to communicate with patients and other staff members when wearing PPE."
Brown is best known for playing Eleven in Netflix sci-fi drama Stranger Things. She will next appear in the films Godzilla vs Kong and Enola Holmes.


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Coronavirus: Five more patients died in Hampshire in 24 hours

A FURTHER five people who tested positive for coronavirus have died in the last 24 hours .
Figures released by @ @ @ @ @ revealed that five more people have died in Hampshire - bringing the total to 496 @ @ @ @ @ At UHS , 149 patients have died who tested positive for the virus , up @ @ @ @ @ .
At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust , 135 people have died with no further @ @ @ @ @ 24 hours .
In total , 197 people have died at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation @ @ @ @ @ , an increase of two in the last 24 hours .
There have been no @ @ @ @ @ Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust where 15 people have died after testing positive for Covid-19 @ @ @ @ @ the same since May 1 .

Figures released by the NHS this afternoon have revealed that five more people have died in Hampshire - bringing the total to 496 up from 491 yesterday.
The statistics cover University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS), Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
At UHS, 149 patients have died who tested positive for the virus, up by three as of yesterday.
At Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, 135 people have died with no further recorded deaths in the last 24 hours.
In total, 197 people have died at Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust after contracting the virus, an increase of two in the last 24 hours.
There have been no more coronavirus related deaths at Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust where 15 people have died after testing positive for Covid-19.
The figure has remained the same since May 1.


thedailyecho--2020-05-05--Warning over youths riding on mopeds and trying to steal vehicles

POLICE are warning residents after young people were seen riding mopeds and `` getting involved in crime '' .
Officers @ @ @ @ @ reports in the North Baddesley , Rownhams and Romsey areas that youngsters have been trying @ @ @ @ @ to steal a motorbike .
It comes after youths were seen riding motorbikes across graves @ @ @ @ @ , and riding recklessly in the Lordswood area .
A statement by Test Valley Cops @ @ @ @ @ aware that this has been well publicised on Social Media but if you see or @ @ @ @ @ these issues please report this to us via 101 or report this to us online @ @ @ @ @ in non emergency matters , for example if you see them riding around and you @ @ @ @ @ no good .
`` Only call 999 in an emergency matter - if something is @ @ @ @ @ you feel in fear of yours/others safety or if there is a risk to yours/others @ @ @

Officers say that there have been reports in the North Baddesley, Rownhams and Romsey areas that youngsters have been trying vehicle door handles and trying to steal a motorbike.
It comes after youths were seen riding motorbikes across graves in Hollybrook Cemetery, Southampton, and riding recklessly in the Lordswood area.
A statement by Test Valley Cops says: "We are aware that this has been well publicised on Social Media but if you see or hear about anything related to these issues please report this to us via 101 or report this to us online using the Hampshire Constabulary website in non emergency matters, for example if you see them riding around and you suspect they are up to no good.
"Only call 999 in an emergency matter - if something is happening there and then and you feel in fear of yours/others safety or if there is a risk to yours/others property."


thedailyecho--2020-05-06--Southampton house targeted with bricks in spate of attacks

A SOUTHAMPTON home has been pelted with bricks in a series of targeted attacks .
In the first incident , a man hurled bricks at a home in William Macleod Way , smashing a window and damaging the front door .
When a resident went outside to see what was happening , the man continued throwing bricks at a car parked on the driveway , while also hitting the resident in the leg .
The first attack happened at around 1.20pm on Wednesday , April 29 .
During the second incident , an attacker threw a rock through a front @ @ @ @ @ @ @ smashed the window of a car parked outside - and damaged three more windows of the same vehicle during the incident at around 1.15am on Saturday , May 2 .
Then just two hours later , it is believed the same man returned and was seen slashing the tyres of the victim ’ s van .
When the occupant went outside the suspect fled on a pushbike .
Officers believe the incident on April 29 and May 2 , may have been carried out by two different people .
The person from the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being a young white man , aged between 15 and 25-years-old and medium build .
He was reportedly wearing a dark blue jumper and tracksuit bottoms , light blue bobble hat with a dark blue coloured bobble , scarf and black trainers .
The person from the second and third incidents is described as being a young boy , white , aged between 12-16 years-old , slight build .
He was wearing trousers , a hooded top , baseball cap and plastic bags over his shoes .
He was riding a bike and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ handlebars of his bike .
Officers are now appealing for witnesses following the three incidents of criminal damage in William Macleod Way .
A police spokesperson said : `` We know the images aren ’ t very clear but they might help jog someone ’ s memory .
`` Do you know anyone matching these descriptions ?
Did you see anyone acting suspiciously or wearing plastic bags over his shoes in the area at around those times on 2 May ?
`` If you witnessed anyone acting suspiciously in the area at around @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have CCTV or dashcam footage that may have captured the incident , please get in contact . ''
Anyone with information about these incidents is urged to call police on 101 , quoting 44200154358 .
Alternatively , they can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 .

In the first incident, a man hurled bricks at a home in William Macleod Way, smashing a window and damaging the front door.
When a resident went outside to see what was happening, the man continued throwing bricks at a car parked on the driveway, while also hitting the resident in the leg.
The first attack happened at around 1.20pm on Wednesday, April 29.
During the second incident, an attacker threw a rock through a front window at the same address.
He smashed the window of a car parked outside - and damaged three more windows of the same vehicle during the incident at around 1.15am on Saturday, May 2.
Then just two hours later, it is believed the same man returned and was seen slashing the tyres of the victim’s van.
When the occupant went outside the suspect fled on a pushbike.
Officers believe the incident on April 29 and May 2, may have been carried out by two different people.
The person from the incident on April 29 is described as being a young white man, aged between 15 and 25-years-old and medium build.
He was reportedly wearing a dark blue jumper and tracksuit bottoms, light blue bobble hat with a dark blue coloured bobble, scarf and black trainers.
The person from the second and third incidents is described as being a young boy, white, aged between 12-16 years-old, slight build.
He was wearing trousers, a hooded top, baseball cap and plastic bags over his shoes.
He was riding a bike and he had additional hand grips on the handlebars of his bike.
Officers are now appealing for witnesses following the three incidents of criminal damage in William Macleod Way.
A police spokesperson said: "We know the images aren’t very clear but they might help jog someone’s memory.
"Do you know anyone matching these descriptions? Did you see anyone acting suspiciously or wearing plastic bags over his shoes in the area at around those times on 2 May?
"If you witnessed anyone acting suspiciously in the area at around these times on these dates or you have CCTV or dashcam footage that may have captured the incident, please get in contact."
Anyone with information about these incidents is urged to call police on 101, quoting 44200154358.
Alternatively, they can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.


thedailyecho--2020-05-06--Investigation after shots fired outside Saints pub in Millbrook

POLICE are investigating a incident in which shots were fired outside one of Southampton 's best-known pubs .
Officers have confirmed that a weapon was used to smash several windows at The Saints pub in Kendal Avenue , Millbrook , just after 2am yesterday .
Last night landlord Eugene McManus said : `` Three of the windows were damaged by someone using a firearm .
`` This mindless and needless damage , and those that carry out such attacks , blight our community but they are very much in the minority and is in no way reflective of the area @ @ @ @ @ @ @ spokesman confirmed that no-one was injured in the incident .
He added : `` We were called to a report of a firearms incident that happened at 2.12am on Tuesday .
A weapon was discharged causing damage to three windows .
`` Officers are in the area conducting enquiries to find out the exact circumstances of what happened .
`` This is considered to be an isolated incident and the threat to the public is low but we treat incidents like this very seriously . ''
Police have not said what type of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the premises at the time .
The pub was renamed after Southampton FC in 1962 and the team which won the 1976 FA Cup made a point of driving past the building during their open-top bus tour of the city .
In 2006 regulars launched a campaign to save the popular watering hole after the owners , Enterprise Inns , submitted an application to replace it with 34 flats .
Three years later the pub was bought by Southampton-based developers Wickborne Homes , which immediately unveiled plans to give the site a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the landlord for ten years .
He and his colleagues worked hard to transform it from a run-down pub that had seen no investment for a long time into one of the most popular venues in Southampton .
A statement on the pub 's website says : `` After having a makeover a few years back , the pub has gone from strength to strength and the locals are always mentioning how much , for the better , the changes have been . ''
Anyone who was in the area and saw something @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can call Hampshire police on call 101 quoting crime reference number 44200158029 .

Officers have confirmed that a weapon was used to smash several windows at The Saints pub in Kendal Avenue, Millbrook, just after 2am yesterday.
Last night landlord Eugene McManus said: "Three of the windows were damaged by someone using a firearm.
"This mindless and needless damage, and those that carry out such attacks, blight our community but they are very much in the minority and is in no way reflective of the area or the people."
A police spokesman confirmed that no-one was injured in the incident.
He added: "We were called to a report of a firearms incident that happened at 2.12am on Tuesday. A weapon was discharged causing damage to three windows.
"Officers are in the area conducting enquiries to find out the exact circumstances of what happened.
"This is considered to be an isolated incident and the threat to the public is low but we treat incidents like this very seriously."
Police have not said what type of weapon was used or whether anyone was on the premises at the time.
The pub was renamed after Southampton FC in 1962 and the team which won the 1976 FA Cup made a point of driving past the building during their open-top bus tour of the city.
In 2006 regulars launched a campaign to save the popular watering hole after the owners, Enterprise Inns, submitted an application to replace it with 34 flats.
Three years later the pub was bought by Southampton-based developers Wickborne Homes, which immediately unveiled plans to give the site a £20,000 facelift.
Eugene McManus has been the landlord for ten years.
He and his colleagues worked hard to transform it from a run-down pub that had seen no investment for a long time into one of the most popular venues in Southampton.
A statement on the pub's website says: "After having a makeover a few years back, the pub has gone from strength to strength and the locals are always mentioning how much, for the better, the changes have been."
Anyone who was in the area and saw something suspicious, or has any information, can call Hampshire police on call 101 quoting crime reference number 44200158029.
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thedailyecho--2020-05-06--Man was six times the drink drive limit when his body was found in woodland in Chandler's Ford

AN `` INCREDIBLY kind and caring '' father , whose body was discovered in a wooded of Chandler 's Ford , was six and a half times the drink drive limit when he died .
Andrew Pike ’ s body was discovered in the copse area behind Pilgrims Close in Chandlers Ford on September 18 .
Mr Pike 's family described him as smart , very family-orientated and someone who loved a good challenge .
One of five siblings , Mr Pike from Eastleigh was a father to three “ gorgeous children ” , Rosie , Freya and Rory Pike @ @ @ @ @ @ @ discovered , Mr Pike was first seen laying under a tree by a dog walker , who thought he was `` drunk or sleeping '' .
However , the next day the same man who saw the 30-year-old the previously noticed that Mr Pike was still laying under tree .
Mr Pike was then on the opposite side of the tree , with a covering over his face .
He was found with an empty bottle of vodka by his body .
The passerby tried to wake Mr Pike but soon realised that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was called to the scene at 10.21am and Andrew was pronounced dead .
A coroner 's report revealed that a toxicity report found high levels of alcohol in his system and a postmortem found his death was due to acute alcohol intoxication .
The coroner explained that he was `` 6.5 times the drink drive limit '' when he was found , and later ruled that Andrew died due to `` one occasion too many '' Mr Pike , who had suffered with depression and anxiety for most of his life , had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tribute posted online , his family said they are absolutely devastated and heartbroken .
Andrew ’ s sister , Sophie , said : “ I can not believe that this has happened .
Words can not describe how heartbroken I am to have lost my big brother .
“ You were my brother , my family , someone who loved everyone around you so much .
I love you so much Andy , and I am so sorry I did not tell you enough when you were still here .
“ I hope @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and are now finally free of your constant battle .
Goodnight .
”

Andrew Pike’s body was discovered in the copse area behind Pilgrims Close in Chandlers Ford on September 18.
Mr Pike's family described him as smart, very family-orientated and someone who loved a good challenge.
One of five siblings, Mr Pike from Eastleigh was a father to three “gorgeous children”, Rosie, Freya and Rory Pike.
The evening before his body was discovered, Mr Pike was first seen laying under a tree by a dog walker, who thought he was "drunk or sleeping".
However, the next day the same man who saw the 30-year-old the previously noticed that Mr Pike was still laying under tree.
Mr Pike was then on the opposite side of the tree, with a covering over his face.
He was found with an empty bottle of vodka by his body.
The passerby tried to wake Mr Pike but soon realised that he needed medical attention.
An ambulance was called to the scene at 10.21am and Andrew was pronounced dead.
A coroner's report revealed that a toxicity report found high levels of alcohol in his system and a postmortem found his death was due to acute alcohol intoxication.
The coroner explained that he was "6.5 times the drink drive limit" when he was found, and later ruled that Andrew died due to "one occasion too many"
Mr Pike, who had suffered with depression and anxiety for most of his life, had a history of alcoholism.
In a tribute posted online, his family said they are absolutely devastated and heartbroken.
Andrew’s sister, Sophie, said: “I can not believe that this has happened. Words can not describe how heartbroken I am to have lost my big brother.
“You were my brother, my family, someone who loved everyone around you so much. I love you so much Andy, and I am so sorry I did not tell you enough when you were still here.
“I hope you are resting well wherever you are and are now finally free of your constant battle. Goodnight.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-06--Firefighters called to Park Gate after three vans and a building caught alight

A POLICE investigation has been launched after three vans went up in flames in Hampshire on Tuesday night .
Fire fighters rushed to the scene at Halford 's car park on Southampton Road in Park Gate , after receiving a `` high volume of calls '' that three vehicles were on fire at around 8.26pm .
Crews from Fareham , Hightown , Botley , Portchester and St Mary 's Fire Stations arrived at the scene to find the fire had spread from one of the vans to a nearby building , and the fire was said to be seen from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It took the crew almost three hours to fully extinguish the fires , to which it is said that there were no injuries .
A Hampshire Fire spokesperson said : `` Five crews from Fareham , Hightown , Botley , Portchester and St Mary 's were dispatched to The Willows in Park Gate at around 8.26pm .
`` Three vans were alight , and the fire spread to a nearby building .
Four appliances and an aerial ladder platform were used , along with 20 breathing apparatus , three standard jets and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ left the scene at 11.30pm and there were no injuries .
We received a high volume of calls for this incident and the fire could be seen from quite a distance away . ''
Police were called to the scene shortly after , and officers have now confirmed an investigation has been launched to establish the circumstances of the vehicle fire .
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said : `` We can confirm that we are investigating the circumstances of a vehicle fire in the Halford ’ s car-park , Southampton Road , Fareham @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 9pm last night ( 5 May ) by our colleagues at Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service .
`` The fire was extinguished but caused damage to three vehicles and cosmetic damage to a property adjacent to the compound .
No injuries were reported and a scene remains in place , and there will be a police presence at the compound throughout the morning .
We are working with a Fire Investigator to establish the cause of the fire . ''
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is urged to call 101 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

Fire fighters rushed to the scene at Halford's car park on Southampton Road in Park Gate, after receiving a "high volume of calls" that three vehicles were on fire at around 8.26pm.
Crews from Fareham, Hightown, Botley, Portchester and St Mary's Fire Stations arrived at the scene to find the fire had spread from one of the vans to a nearby building, and the fire was said to be seen from "quite a distance a way".
It took the crew almost three hours to fully extinguish the fires, to which it is said that there were no injuries.
A Hampshire Fire spokesperson said: "Five crews from Fareham, Hightown, Botley, Portchester and St Mary's were dispatched to The Willows in Park Gate at around 8.26pm.
"Three vans were alight, and the fire spread to a nearby building. Four appliances and an aerial ladder platform were used, along with 20 breathing apparatus, three standard jets and two hose reel jets.
"Crews left the scene at 11.30pm and there were no injuries. We received a high volume of calls for this incident and the fire could be seen from quite a distance away."
Police were called to the scene shortly after, and officers have now confirmed an investigation has been launched to establish the circumstances of the vehicle fire.
A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "We can confirm that we are investigating the circumstances of a vehicle fire in the Halford’s car-park, Southampton Road, Fareham.
"We were called just before 9pm last night (5 May) by our colleagues at Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service.
"The fire was extinguished but caused damage to three vehicles and cosmetic damage to a property adjacent to the compound. No injuries were reported and a scene remains in place, and there will be a police presence at the compound throughout the morning. We are working with a Fire Investigator to establish the cause of the fire."
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information is urged to call 101, quoting the reference number of 44200159388.


thedailyecho--2020-05-06--Plans get underway to reopen routes at Southampton Airport

PLANNING is underway to reopen routes at Southampton Airport despite previous concerns that it is fighting for its future .
The airport was deserted after travel operator Flybe fell into administration in early March , which accounted for 95 per cent of flights at the airport .
But now , airport bosses have announced they are in “ full on planning mode ” for a return to usual operations once travel restrictions are lifted in lockdown .
A spokesperson for Southampton Airport said : “ We are in full on planning mode for a safe return to operations and will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ safe to do so and the vital restrictions are lifted .
“ We will have more news on this later this month , which we can not wait to share with our passengers and the public .
“ In the meantime , we are focusing on health and safety measures , working with all of our business partners to get ready to return , this includes speaking with airlines to secure new routes , and working with the government to ensure that we have a rigorous set of measures in place to safeguard @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Southampton Airport Neil Garwood said on social media that he is hoping to announce good news later in the month .
He wrote : “ Early days but planning is underway for re-opening at least some of our route network at Southampton Airport .
“ Hopefully some good news to share later this month.
” As previously reported by the Daily Echo , he announced last month that he will leave in June after nine years with the organisation .
But amid these changes , plans to extend the runway at the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to an airport spokesperson .
They added : “ All proceeding as planned .
We have a full team working on it , and working towards determination of the planning application towards the end of June .
“ Dates to be confirmed but we continue to liaise closely with Eastleigh Borough Council.
” The Foreign and Commonwealth Office currently advises British nationals against all but essential international travel .
The government website states : “ If you live in the UK and are currently travelling abroad , you are strongly advised to return @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still commercial routes available .
`` Many airlines are suspending flights and many airports are closing , preventing flights from leaving .
”

The airport was deserted after travel operator Flybe fell into administration in early March, which accounted for 95 per cent of flights at the airport.
But now, airport bosses have announced they are in “full on planning mode” for a return to usual operations once travel restrictions are lifted in lockdown.
A spokesperson for Southampton Airport said: “We are in full on planning mode for a safe return to operations and will commence flights as soon as it is safe to do so and the vital restrictions are lifted.
“We will have more news on this later this month, which we cannot wait to share with our passengers and the public.
“In the meantime, we are focusing on health and safety measures, working with all of our business partners to get ready to return, this includes speaking with airlines to secure new routes, and working with the government to ensure that we have a rigorous set of measures in place to safeguard passengers and staff.”
While managing director of Southampton Airport Neil Garwood said on social media that he is hoping to announce good news later in the month.
He wrote: “Early days but planning is underway for re-opening at least some of our route network at Southampton Airport.
“Hopefully some good news to share later this month.”
As previously reported by the Daily Echo, he announced last month that he will leave in June after nine years with the organisation.
But amid these changes, plans to extend the runway at the airport are still going ahead, according to an airport spokesperson.
They added: “All proceeding as planned. We have a full team working on it, and working towards determination of the planning application towards the end of June.
“Dates to be confirmed but we continue to liaise closely with Eastleigh Borough Council.”
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office currently advises British nationals against all but essential international travel.
The government website states: “If you live in the UK and are currently travelling abroad, you are strongly advised to return now, where and while there are still commercial routes available.
"Many airlines are suspending flights and many airports are closing, preventing flights from leaving.”


thedailyecho--2020-05-06--Police speak to witnesses following horror attack on dog in Bishopstoke

POLICE are in the process of speaking to additional witnesses following an attack involving a dog 's ear being ripped @ @ @ @ @ spaniel has spent the weekend in intensive care following a brutal attack by two dogs @ @ @ @ @ terriers .
The beloved 12-year-old pet had her head ripped open following the savage incident @ @ @ @ @ , around 5pm , on May 1 .
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said : @ @ @ @ @ the matter and have identified the owner of the dogs , who both understands the @ @ @ @ @ is supporting the police investigation .
`` We are in the process of speaking to @ @ @ @ @ ask that no further information is discussed across social media , as it is likely @ @ @ @ @ police investigation . ''
Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses or anyone with information @ @ @ @ @ 101 quoting reference 44200153831 .

Layla the springer spaniel has spent the weekend in intensive care following a brutal attack by two dogs thought to be Staffordshire bull terriers.
The beloved 12-year-old pet had her head ripped open following the savage incident at Edward Avenue, Bishopstoke, around 5pm, on May 1.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We continue to investigate the matter and have identified the owner of the dogs, who both understands the need for our involvement and is supporting the police investigation.
"We are in the process of speaking to additional witnesses. I respectfully ask that no further information is discussed across social media, as it is likely that it will hinder the police investigation."
Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses or anyone with information regarding the incident to ring 101 quoting reference 44200153831.