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Flights cancelled amid disruption at Southampton Airport - live updates
10:00pm We will bring you more information tomorrow. Have a good evening.
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Rishi Sunak tells Southampton crowd past year 'hasn't been the easiest'
Rishi Sunak said his first year as Prime Minister "hasn’t been the easiest" but the support of Southampton's Hindu community is what keeps him going. Mr Sunak, who was born and raised in Southampton, made the comments as he joined tonight's Diwali
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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visits Southampton temple for Diwali
8:36pm Thank you for following our live blog. You can read our report on the Prime Minister's visit here.
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Pro Palestine protesters call for ceasefire in city centre march
Hundreds of campaigners demanding a ceasefire in Gaza marched across Southampton city centre on Sunday. Protesters gathered at the Bargate and walked up Above Bar Street before gathering around the Peace Fountain in East Park chanting ‘Free Palestine
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Witness appeal after car set alight in Weston
An arson investigation has been launched after a car was set alight in Weston. Police are appealing for witnesses after a Ford Fiesta was seen burning on Sunday morning on Hawkhurst Close. Police were called out by firefighters shortly before
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Saints Women miss chance to go top in 2-0 defeat to Charlton Athletic
SAINTS Women fell to their fourth league defeat of the season after Kayleigh Green's deflected effort set Charlton Athletic on their way to a 2-0 win at St Mary's on Sunday. Jemma Purfield's free-kick delivery fizzed just past the top corner in
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'I enjoyed every minute of it' - Hundreds come together for Remembrance
Hundreds of people from across Southampton attended today's Remembrance Sunday service to pay their respects to the fallen. The annual ceremony sees veterans, members of the Armed Forces, civic leaders and members of the public honour those who
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Amo-Ameyaw and Dibling on target as England win 10-0 at Under-17 World Cup
YOUNG Saints duo Sam Amo-Ameyaw and Tyler Dibling scored as England got their FIFA Under-17 World Cup campaign underway in style. Ryan Garry’s side kick-started Group C with a 10-0 victory over New Caledonia, who are making their second appearance
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Dozens gather to enjoy Diwali parade at Westquay
Southampton's Hindu community has come together to bring Diwali celebrations to the heart of the city. The annual festival of lights, representing the victory of good over evil or light over darkness, is one of the most important festivals in India
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How to get tickets to Strictly Come Dancing's Christmas special amid return
Fans across the country will be excited to hear that Strictly Come Dancing's Christmas special will be returning this year. For many, the festive season would not be complete without this show with millions tuning in to watch the glamorous spectacle
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Strictly Come Dancing viewers blast 'ridiculous' decision by BBC after week 8
Strictly Come Dancing was shown at a significantly earlier time slot this week which enraged some fans. The shake-up to BBC One's schedule is due to the Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall at 9pm. The BBC hosts the annual commemoration
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Southampton docks worker speeding and jumping red light while high on drugs
A worker at Southampton docks led police on a car chase before dumping his car containing crack cocaine and cannabis, a court heard. Charandor Singh, 31, was told he was lucky that no one was injured and no damage was done as he sped along Dorset
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West Brom win demonstrates Saints are bearing fruits of settled starting line up
WHEN Russell Martin first took over as Southampton manager this summer he expressed his desire to call upon a settled starting XI every week. No longer did he want his team’s level of performance to suffer as a result of a few changes. Instead
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'Stuck to game plan' - Armstrong pleased by Saints 'togetherness' in West Brom win
FORWARD Adam Armstrong praised Saints’ togetherness after his late goal secured a 2-1 win over West Brom on Saturday. The 26 year old was on hand at the back post to convert Ryan Fraser’s cross in the 79th minute. It was Armstrong’s ninth
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Eastleigh forced to share points in draw at Oldham
OLDHAM came from behind to draw 1-1 with Eastleigh in the Vanarama National League on Saturday. The Spitfires took the lead then they were awarded a penalty after Paul McCallum was brought down in the box. Former Scotland international Chris
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Top places for karaoke in Southampton according to Google reviews
If you want to sing your heart out whilst enjoying an evening with some friends, then there are plenty of karaoke options for you in Southampton. It can definitely be a fun way to shake you out of your usual night out routine, and potentially show
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Inside the three-bed terraced house which is Southampton's 'cheapest' for sale
Searching for houses in Southampton, like much of the UK, can be quite a tricky task, especially with house prices almost continually on the rise. You might wonder what the cheapest property is that you can buy in the city, excluding options such
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The tiny taphouse which has served 800 different beers in just two years
It's all about quality not quantity at this tiny taphouse, but staff have still served up 800 different beers since it opened two years ago. Phil and Sheryl Stenning have created a small, community focused craft beer and real ale bar, The Portcullis
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My one-night stay at this family-owned boutique hotel in the heart of Southampton
Nestled in the heart of Southampton, the No 4 Carlton Boutique Hotel on Carlton Crescent will take you away from the city's hustle. When I visited this award-winning hotel on Thursday night, the receptionist swiftly checked me in, setting the tone
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Ambitious housing scheme costing council £300,000 in monthly interest
A councillor has raised concerns that a major housing scheme is almost “at the point of no return” as it costs the council £300,000 a month in interest. A total of £148m has already been spent on Eastleigh Borough Council’s One Horton Heath project
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In the dock: Five cases heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court. PAUL GLASSPOOL, 56, of Begonia Road, Southampton pleaded guilty to drink driving on Lordswood Road, Southampton. He was caught with 66 micrograms of alcohol in 100ml of breath
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Infant school one step closer to being 'Outstanding'
An infant school in the New Forest is one step closer to achieving Ofsted's top rating. Wildground Infant School on Crete Road in Dibden Purlieu was rated 'Good' in September 2017. Ofsted inspectors returned to the school this September for
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Parking charges to go up from next week
Parking in Southampton will be more expensive from next week. Parking charges in city council car parks will increase on Monday after Cabinet members voted in favour of the move last month. Tariffs for off-street and on-street parking will
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Disabled pensioners left sleeping in their wheelchairs after lifts break down
Two disabled pensioners had to sleep in their own wheelchairs after lifts at a council-owned block of flats broke down just before the weekend. In the absence of a stair lift, David Gray, 57, and Ernie Williams, 73, spent the night in Potters Court's
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Martin: 'I can’t be entirely pleased with the performance but I can be proud'
RUSSELL Martin was proud Saints found a new way to win as they extended their unbeaten run to eight matches with a 2-1 victory over West Brom. Will Smallbone and Adam Armstrong’s strikes maintained Southampton's promotion push, but it came in a
