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Flexi-job apprenticeship offer
Government apprenticeship scheme On 3 August 2021, we are launching our new flexi-job apprenticeship offer. This is an important part of our wider changes to apprenticeships, making them more flexible in response to the changing world of work.
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12 more months of saving residents energy and money
Switched On Portsmouth was launched in November 2019 by Portsmouth City Council. The primary aim of the service was to provide free support, initiatives and advice to residents in order to help them save energy, money and carbon at home. The service
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'100 in 100' campaign: Maisie is getting multi-skilled as an apprentice
Knowing that she is playing her part in the global supply chain of goods is part of the drive for Maisie Barnard. The first year electromechanical technician apprentice with DP World Southampton hasn’t looked back since starting her apprenticeship
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Unemployment falls by up to a quarter in Hampshire as vacancies soar
UNEMPLOYMENT has fallen substantially across Hampshire since the height of the pandemic last year. In Southampton, the total number of people claiming universal credit because of joblessness stood at 10,911 last month – 11 per cent down on July
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Four-vehicle crash on M27 causing delays
COMMUTERS are facing delays after a four-vehicle crash on the M27. The incident on the eastbound carriageway between junctions 10 and 11 closed all three lanes, but they have since all reopened. Congestion is backed up to Junction 9 and is
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Saints reportedly name £50m price for skipper James Ward-Prowse
SAINTS have reportedly named £50million as their price for club captain James Ward-Prowse, amid Aston Villa interest. The south-coast side rejected a £25m bid from Dean Smith's Premier League outfit earlier in the window, and want double that
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Newcastle put low price tag on reported Saints target
NEWCASTLE reportedly put £10m asking price on midfielder Sean Longstaff amid interest from Saints and other Premier League sides. The 23-year-old’s Magpies contract expires next summer and the club risk losing him on a free transfer if he remains
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Free tickets for Katherine Jenkins and Cafe Mambo for NHS workers in Hampshire
NHS workers in Hampshire have been invited to apply for free tickets to attend Katherine Jenkins or Cafe Mambo concerts this weekend. The open-air concert by classical music superstar Katherine Jenkins forms part of the charity event A Celebration
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Man jailed and banned from all John Lewis stores after stealing £2.5k of items
A MAN who stole items totalling more than £2,500 from John Lewis in Southampton earlier this month has been jailed. Thomas Nathan Amos, of no fixed abode, has also been barred from all the chain's stores for a year, after three separate incidents
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Know them? Man suffers head injuries after attack in Bedford Place
CCTV images have been released after a man suffered a head injury during an attack in Southampton. Police investigating an assault which took place in Bedford Place around 11pm on Tuesday, August 3, have released images of two men they would like
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New Forest MP labelled 'a disgrace' over Afghanistan comments
A Conservative former minister has been labelled a “disgrace” for calling into question why people were fleeing Afghanistan rather than resisting the Taliban. Sir Desmond Swayne who represents New Forest West was heckled by Opposition MPs after
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Saints reportedly open talks on signing Everton wonderkid Thierry Small
SAINTS have reportedly made the first move in the pursuit of 17-year-old Everton wonderkid Thierry Small, who became the club’s youngest ever debutant last season. The Solihull-born left-back is able to sign proffessional terms having turned 17
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Park Proms at Broadlands Estate postponed until 2022
A SUMMER music festival has been moved back a year after being postponed due to Covid-19. Park Proms at Broadlands Estate in Romsey would have been less than 10 days away now under original plans. The festival was due to start on August 27
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All the tributes for comedian Sean Lock who has died aged 58
8 out of 10 Cats star Sean Lock has died of cancer at the aged of 58, his agent has confirmed. A statement released on Wednesday morning, read: "It is with great sadness that we have to announce the death of Sean Lock. "He died at home from
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Channel 4 comedian Sean Lock dies from cancer, aged 58
Sean Lock has died of cancer at the age of 58, his agent has confirmed. The comedian and TV star, known for his surreal content and deadpan style, was a team captain on Jimmy Carr’s Channel 4 comedy panel show 8 Out Of 10 Cats and spin-off 8 Out
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Hasenhuttl: We have to look how quick Simeu develops himself
MANAGER Ralph Hasenhuttl said Saints would look at how quickly new centre-back Dynel Simeu “develops himself” before mapping out a plan for him. Simeu was this week pictured training with the club’s first team, having last month joined on a three-year
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Brave's Wellington wanted to 'put on a show' ahead of The Hundred final
SOUTHERN Brave Women’s had already secured passage to the inaugural final of The Hundred before another victory, over Oval Invincibles, but Amanda-Jade Wellington insisted “we had to put on a display for our crowd.” Despite being restricted to
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Brave Men in eliminator, Lintott: 'It's another example of the team's character'
SOUTHERN Brave secured an eliminator spot as they hunted down a 135 total set by Oval Invincibles in a winner-takes-all clash, with Jake Lintott insisting: “It is another example of the character in the team.” The Brave lost key men Quinton de
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Hasenhuttl reveals what he learned from Danny Ings contract saga
BOSS Ralph Hasenhuttl insisted “power moves to the players” when their deals are set to expire at clubs and added: “This is a horrible situation.” The Saints manager was speaking after this summer seeing Danny Ings and Jannik Vestergaard sold for
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Nando's forced to close as many as 50 restaurants amid food warning - full list
Nando’s has reportedly been forced to close as many 50 restaurants after a warnign was issued over it's food supply. The Peri-Peri chicken restaurant is a favourite among Brits with its range of spicy chicken offerings and tasty sides. But
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Poundland launches school uniform for just £5.50 - with three month guarantee
Poundland has announced its back-to-school range in a bid to offer more value for money following the pandemic. Parents can now buy a complete school uniform for just £5.50 from the retailer, which stocks school uniform essentials such as polo
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Major report reveals cause of flooding which damaged homes and businesses
THE flooding which damaged homes and businesses in Winchester last year was due to intense rainfall which left the city’s drainage system unable to cope - but gullies in affected areas were also not cleared, a major report has found. Around 70
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Post Office sign DPD deal that will end 360-year tradition
The Post Office has signed a deal with an external courier for the first time in it’s 360-year history. The agreement will mean DPD customers can collect parcels from Post Office sites across the UK. Courier giant DPD will now be able to leave
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Firefighters rush to tackle blaze at Southampton flats
FIREFIGHTERS rushed to a Southampton flat block to tackle a blaze last night. Emergency services were called to Willow Court on Coxford Drove at 6.06pm last night to reports of a fire. Pumps 4 at Willow Court, Southampton TOC 1806hrs still
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Campaigners demand tougher penalties for fly-tippers blighting the countryside
CAMPAIGNERS are demanding tougher penalties for fly-tippers who are blighting the countryside by dumping unsightly and often dangerous waste. The Country Land & Business Association (CLA) has joined forces with more than 150 local authorities in
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'I'm so proud': Southampton charity named after 11-year-old cancer victim raises £1m
A CHARITY named after an 11-year-old Southampton girl who died of cancer has raised more than £1m in just five years. Abby’s Heroes works with cancer patients being treated on the Piam Brown and Teenagers and Young Adults (TYA) wards at University
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Museum reopens after two years - with a display celebrating 'King of Bohemia'
HE WAS the internationally-renowned painter who was dubbed the King of Bohemia because of his unconventional lifestyle. Augustus John moved to the New Forest in 1927 and his home at Fryern Court, Fordingbridge, became an open house for travelling
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Pub and cafe group has a way to beat the 'pingdemic' – and tackle work-life balance
A GROUP of cafes and pubs has overhauled working practices to tackle the “pingdemic” and improve work-life balance. Oliver Weeks, managing director of Ideal Collection, has introduced a centralised production kitchen based at the café Kimbridge
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Why saving water matters; with some freebies to get you started
We all love it when temperatures start soaring, but not when our bills do. Using water wisely will help you keep your costs down, while making sure there’s plenty of water to go around. Discover why saving water matters all year round – and get your
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Hit musical with a big heart is the culmination of a two week summer youth project
THESE budding musical theatre stars of the future took to the stage in Hairspray JR. The talented seven-to-18 year olds performed two shows at The Rose Theatre at Barton Peveril College. Eastleigh. The professionally staged production was the
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'Don't feed the ducks': Lake fenced off due to algae safety concerns
SOUTHAMPTON residents and dog walkers have been urged not to let their pets swim in a lake at a Southampton park. The Boating Lake at Southampton Common has been fenced off following an algae bloom. Visitors to the city centre park have been
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Hundreds fewer being 'pinged’ in Southampton
HUNDREDS fewer people in Southampton were contacted by the NHS Covid-19 app in the latest week, following a change aimed at cutting isolation alerts. The app warns people that they have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive
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Owner of new pop up hotel apologises to angry guests after wave of complaints
THE owner of a new pop up hotel that was granted a drinks license has apologised to angry customers. On August 8, the seafront facility called the Calshot Pop Up Hotel was granted a drinks license by New Forest District Council despite safety fears
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Artist inspired to make puzzle supporting armed forces after meeting homeless veteran
AN artist was inspired to make artwork supporting veterans after meeting a homeless veteran at a nearby beach. Wendy Brown was walking her usual route at Barton-on-Sea at the start of lockdown when she came across a homeless veteran in his thirties
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Plans submitted for creation of new assault course at Southampton school
PLANS have been submitted for a new assault course to be created on a school playing field. Redbridge Community School submitted the planning application to Southampton City Council on August 10. The school facilities, on Cuckmere Lane are
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Plan for bungalow in garden of Southampton home sparks objections
PLANS to build a new home in the garden of another have not been welcomed by neighbours. The two-bedroom detached bungalow would be built to the rear of 152 Milton Road – opposite Saints' former ground The Dell. Applicant D Singh says the home
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'This little world of bungalows need to be remembered and preserved'
NEIGHBOURS have hit back at plans to build a car park on the site of a recently demolished bungalow. Residents of Gover Road say the construction of the parking area will worsen traffic and impact the local area. But applicant Adams Morey says
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Mum appealing for help in funding lifesaving surgery in New York
A mum is appealing for help in raising £350,000 in just seven weeks to help pay for life saving surgery. Leah Boxall, a 39-year-old mum from Fareham has Ehlers Danlos Syndrome which is a complex condition that causes very flexible joints and stretchy
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Gentleman’s club could open in former nightclub - with earlier times for 'male dance acts'
A NEW gentlemen’s club with extended hours could open in Southampton city centre if plans are given the green light. A new gentlemen’s club could open in a London Road basement. What was once Kelly’s Bar could instead become a site for adult
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Temporary outdoor food huts installed at motorway services to handle increase in road users
NEW outdoor food huts have been installed at a Hampshire service station as road users increase. Motorway service area provider, Roadchef has added the new facilities at Rownhams services. This is to help cope with a surge in road users as
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Volunteer run patient support hub helps vulnerable and isolated throughout pandemic
A PATIENT support hub at a Southampton hospital has helped those feeling isolated or vulnerable during the pandemic. The volunteer service, based at University Hospital Southampton offers support to any registered patient with additional needs
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Epic island trek raises £60,000 for mental health charity
A CHARITY boss and her friend walked the 80-mile coastal path of the Isle of Wight, raising a tremendous £60,000 to help improve the lives of people living with enduring mental illness. Louise Hallett, from Lymington, founded Hammersley Homes in