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Man banned from driving after drink driving in Southampton
A NORTH Baddesley man has been banned from the roads for more than a year for drink driving. Jack Page, of Fleming Avenue, was caught on Banister Road, Southampton, on Wednesday, April 10, a court heard. Page, 24, had 45 micrograms of alcohol
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Police ban man behind viral 'Things Can Only Get Better' moment from Parliament
Rishi Sunak’s election announcement was drowned out by a protestor blaring the song 'Things Can Only Get Better' by D:Ream. Whilst Sunak stood in the rain, the last thing he probably wanted to hear was the soundtrack for Tony Blair’s 1997 general
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Do workers get a day off to vote in a general election in the UK?
Prime Minster Rishi Sunak has announced that the UK’s next general election will take place on July 4. The election will mark the first since 2019 which saw the conservatives win and Boris Johnson become Prime Minster. Now, the upcoming general
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What does the term Purdah mean in relation to general elections in the UK?
Rishi Sunak has called a new general election to take place in 2024 after months of speculation about when it would be. After a cabinet meeting the Prime Minister has shared it will take place on Thursday, July 4. Due to the general election
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Saints and Bournemouth reportedly monitoring out-of-contract Liverpool defender
SAINTS are reportedly monitoring out-of-contract Liverpool defender Joel Matip, who is set to become a free agent. Cameroon international Matip, 32, has already said his goodbyes to Anfield ahead of departing the club this summer. Matip was
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Who is eligible to vote in UK parliament elections? All you need to know
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak confirmed earlier today: "There will be a general election in the second half of this year.” Asked at PMQs earlier today (Wednesday, May 22) whether he will call a snap election by SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn
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When was the last general election in the UK and what was the result?
Prime Minster Rishi Sunak has confirmed that the general election will take place on July 4. Throughout the day, there had speculation been rife awaiting the news of the general election date. The PM declined to rule out a summer vote but has
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Road to riches: Financial implications of Championship's Wembley final explained
IT is one of the most valuable games in world football with the riches of the Premier League at stake. And while both sides in Sunday’s Championship play-off final are no strangers to the top division, the result on Sunday is guaranteed to change
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How often are general elections held in the UK? Maximum term of a Parliament
A general election allows members of the public to choose their MP in every part of the UK. The chosen Member of Parliament will then represent a local area (also known as constituency) in the House of Commons for up to five years. The UK Parliament
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Rishi Sunak announces general election on July 4 - Southampton reacts
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Rishi Sunak announces July 4 as date of next general election
Rishi Sunak has announced the next general election will take place on July 4. The Prime Minister made the announcement outside Downing Street this evening. It comes after rumours built all day of an upcoming election, with Mr Sunak being asked
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Rishi Sunak expected to announce July 4 election at Downing Street
Rishi Sunak is expected to call a general election for July 4, a contest polls suggest the Tories are on course to lose to Labour. The Prime Minister will make a statement in Downing Street at 5pm, No 10 said, where he is expected to name the summer
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When is the next general election? Rishi Sunak announces long-awaited date
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has confirmed when a general election will take place in the United Kingdom. Mr Sunak has never won a general election as party leader and has so far remained vague on announcing an actual date. Despite initially
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Police issue update after men arrested after St Mary's pitch invasion
Three men have been released on bail after tussles broke out following Saints victory. Hundreds of fans invaded the pitch at St Mary's Stadium in celebration after Russell Martin's men defeated West Brom 3-1 on Friday night securing their playoff
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Council wins court battle for power to stop traveller encampments
Test Valley Borough Council has been granted an injunction to stop traveller encampments. The order, granted last Friday, covers around 17 square miles, including Nursling and Rownhams hall and recreation ground, all of Andover as well as Alma
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Urgent search launched for girl, 16, missing for days
An urgent search has been launched to find a girl who has been missing for days. Police are ‘extremely concerned’ for the welfare of 16-year-old Crystal from Totton. She was last seen at around 10.15pm on Sunday, May 19 in Lauren Way. READ
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Matt Le Tissier set to take part in charity football match - here's when
Southampton FC heroes are set to take part in a charity football match to raise funds for charity. Matt Le Tissier, James Beattie, and Glenn Cockerill will be among those taking to the pitch in aid of Simon Says. The charity helps children
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Saints sell out additional ticket allocation for Wembley with 36,900 snapped up
SAINTS have confirmed that they have sold out of their additional ticket allocation for this weekend’s trip to Wembley. It means the total number of Saints supporters visiting the capital for the Championship playoff final is 36,900. Saints
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Man assaulted in Northam flats dies from injuries
A man who was seriously assaulted in Southampton earlier this month has died from his injuries. Police officers were called just after 8pm on Tuesday, May 14 by South Central Ambulance Service to a report of an assault in Kent Street. Officers
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Co-op store reopens after 'intruders' break doors down in ram raid
A Co-op store that was struck by thieves in a raid has re-opened today after repairing the damage to the front of the store. On Tuesday, May 22, a Co-op convenience store was hit by "intruders" who managed to steal just a can of Red Bull and an
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Police asked to make fewer arrests in a bid to ease overcrowding in prisons - reports
Police are reportedly being advised to arrest fewer people in a bid to ease overcrowding in prisons. Chief constables are being told to consider pausing “non-priority arrests” until there is capacity in jails across England and Wales, according
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Rishi Sunak speaks out as July general election rumours swirl
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has repeated his insistence that the general election will take place in the second half of the year amid mounting speculation he could have his eye on a summer polling day. Downing Street had refused to rule out a snap
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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces July 4th date for general election
A General Election will be held on July 4th, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced. Mr Sunak, who has been Prime Minister since October 2022, has called the election after months of speculation about its date. The deadline for an election
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Saints given extra 1,233 Wembley tickets with sale to commence this afternoon
SAINTS have released an additional 1,233 extra tickets given to the club following a sell-out for Sunday's Championship playoff final. The limited availability of tickets for Sunday's game against Leeds United (3pm kick-off) will go on sale at
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Hour-by-hour weather forecast for Southampton amid thunderstorm warning
A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms has been issued for much of the South Coast of England, including Southampton. The warning from the Met Office started at 8am and is set to last throughout most of the day until 7pm. In a statement
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Police charge man after string of burglaries around Southampton area
Police have charged a man after a string of home burglaries in Southampton, Bursledon, and Chandler's Ford. Timmy Connors, 27, of Redford Close, Feltham, Greater London, has been charged with five counts of burglary, and with assault of an emergency
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Armstrong fitness hopes as Scotland name injured midfielder in provisional squad
SAINTS midfielder Stuart Armstrong has been named in Scotland's provisional 28-man squad for the upcoming European Championships. The news comes despite the 32 year old missing the final month of the Championship season through injury. Armstrong
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What pubs can Saints fans use vs Leeds United at Wembley? All you need to know
SAINTS have been assigned several popular pubs and bars for use by Southampton fans only this weekend. Pubs and bars in the Wembley area have been split between Saints and Leeds United for the Championship playoff final on Sunday, May 26.
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Everything you need to know: Saints issue essential Wembley information to supporters
MORE than 35,000 Saints fans will descend on Wembley on Sunday, hoping for a place in next season’s Premier League. Russell Martin's side will take on Leeds United in the Championship playoff final, having beaten the Whites twice this season.
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UK inflation falls to lowest levels in nearly three years
UK inflation has fallen to its lowest level in nearly three years as the Prime Minister claimed inflation was “back to normal”. Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation slowed to 2.3% in April, down from 3.2% in March, according to the Office for
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Southern Water set to increase bills by 91 per cent in huge 'surprise' move
Southern Water is set to increase customers' bills by 91 per cent over the next few years, it has been revealed. The water firm will by 2030 be charging households £915 a year, the Consumer Council for Water has said. It comes as the beleaguered
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Met Office issues fresh weather warning for whole day
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms in Southampton and Hampshire The new alert this morning is in force from 8am. It covers most of the South East and West and goes on until 7pm. It’s the second day in a row that the
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Chip shop goes TikTok viral after battering Greggs steak bake
A fish and chip shop has gone viral on social media amassing more than a million views on TikTok after battering a Greggs steak bake. The Lee family at JHenry’s Fish & Chips on Upper Northam Road, Hedge End, has been experimenting with social media
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Restaurant unveils revamp in response to 'high demand'
A popular Southampton restaurant has unveiled improvements to its outdoor seating area. Figurati says it has launched a "brand new outdoor dining terrace" at its waterfront restaurant in Ocean Village. Boasting a new glass surround, umbrellas
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Leisure centre won't be sold off by council in bid to raise £85 million
A leisure centre in Southampton will not be sold off by the city council, the authority’s leader has confirmed. Councillors approved a detailed asset development and disposal programme in March. This plan will see a “significant reduction”
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Butcher's reopens months after 100 customers left without Christmas orders
A butcher's shop which closed without fulfilling Christmas orders is back in business - with a new name and a new man at the helm. Chris Street is looking to the future after giving the Lyndhurst property a major upgrade that cost about £20,000
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Residents slam 'disgraceful' water leak still unfixed after a week
Residents have hit out at Southern Water, calling the amount of water wasted in a week-long leak a "disgrace". Water has been leaking onto Nursling Street since Tuesday, May 14. Residents have labelled the leak a “disgrace”, urging Southern
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Can of Red Bull and empty cash drawer stolen from Co-op in ram raid
A Co-op Food store in Nursling suffered significant damage after a ram raid which saw its shopfront destroyed. "Intruders" attempted to break into the Co-op store on Nursling Street in the early hours of Tuesday (May 21). Police said only a
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Patients 'so upset' over possible closure of GP surgery
Patients at a 'fantastic' GP surgery facing closure over a rent dispute have said they are 'so upset'. More than 200 people attended a public meeting called over the row at St Peter's Surgery in Woolston. GP Dr Alison Robins was praised as
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Major project to boost Eastleigh town centre business and visitor experiences
Eastleigh town centre is set to benefit from a major 'Together we make Eastleigh' project, geared towards boosting business and visitor experiences. The council has initiated a tender process, seeking a consultant and an Artist in Residence, who
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Driver clocked at 74mph on M27 given points on licence
A driver has been given points after he was clocked at 74mph on the M27. David Lowe, 31, was driving a Ford along the M27 between junctions five and seven of the M27 when he was clocked at 74mph. He was driving near West End when he was caught
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Mental health charity walk organised by Aura Technology staff
Employees of IT firm Aura Technology will embark on a 26-mile charity walk for Mental Health Awareness Week. The marathon hike, scheduled for May 18, is from Sandbanks to Lymington and aims to raise funds for the Oakhaven Hospice Trust. Operations
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Wessex Vale Crematorium team raises nearly £900 for Dementia UK
The team at Wessex Vale Crematorium raised nearly £900 for Dementia UK with a quiz night. The event was part of Dementia UK's 'Time for a Cuppa' fundraising initiative, attended by local funeral professionals. Wessex Vale, a Westerleigh Group
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Oil refinery bosses warn residents flares will be used soon
Residents living near the Fawley refinery have been warned that flares may be used at the site. Workers at the ExxonMobil facility will be undertaking planned maintenance on its operating units in the coming days. As part of this planned work
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Man found with cocaine, knuckleduster, CS spray and baton walks free from court
The following cases have been heard at Southampton Magistrates' Court... JACK LEWIS, 31, of Swift Road, Southampton pleaded guilty to harassment without violence. He received a one-year community order with a mental health treatment requirement
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No pause to expanding special needs school places, say council
Major plans to provide an extra 278 school places in Southampton for children with special educational needs and disabilities are pressing ahead. Leaders insisted there is no expectation to pause the £43million SEND expansion programme despite
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'He was very upset and visibly shaking': Dog suffers two adder bites
A retired police officer has issued a warning to other dog owners after his pet suffered two adder bites in less than a year. The first incident occurred in May 2023 when Gordon Jamison and his wife were taking Ru for a walk on Setley Plain, near
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Funeral date for gentle giant former Saints staff member 'Big Les' Broughton
The funeral of a 'gentle giant' who worked for Saints for 35 years will take place this week. All are invited to pay their respects to 'Big Les' Broughton at Wessex Vale Crematorium in Hedge End at 11am tomorrow (Thursday May 23). The funeral
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Developer set to build 22 affordable homes
AJC Group has won the contract to build 22 affordable homes on land previously occupied by a New Forest hospital. The development will boast a mix of properties, ranging from one and two-bedroom apartments to two, three, and four-bedroom family
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One of the world’s most iconic racing superyachts returns
One of the world’s most iconic racing superyachts has returned to Southampton waters after a historic restoration. The 1930 America’s Cup challenger Shamrock V, known as ‘The Queen of the J Class’, was relaunched on Monday at Saxon Wharf in Southampton
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Man torched ex's BMW with Molotov cocktail in KFC car park in 'revenge attack'
A Southampton man torched his former partner's BMW with a Molotov cocktail in a 'revenge attack' at a KFC car park. Scott Lanaghan, 33, unleashed his attack at the fast food chain where his girlfriend worked in Antelope Park, Thornhill. Southampton
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'My parents feel guilty for sending me to infected blood college'
“My parents feel guilty for sending me to the college." These are the words of a former student at a Hampshire college, whose life has been “destroyed” after being given infected blood. Gary Webster, from Eastleigh, who attended Lord Mayor
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Leeds United vs Saints: 16 interesting stats that tell story of Wembley final
WHOEVER wins between Saints and Leeds United on Sunday will be playoff victors for the first time in their history. Premier League membership is the prize on offer when third takes on fourth in the final of the Championship playoffs this Sunday
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Armstrong on playoff final: ‘Everything goes out of the window’
SAINTS forward Adam Armstrong admitted that everything will "go out of the window" in the Championship playoff final this weekend. Southampton face Leeds United at Wembley Stadium in a bid to regain promotion to the Premier League. Armstrong
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Flynn Downes named Southern Daily Echo Player of the Year 2023/24
THEY say never fall in love with a loan player - it continues to be proven that that is not always possible. Midfielder Flynn Downes has been voted the Southern Daily Echo Player of the Year for the 2023/24 campaign. In votes cast over the
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Our review of Mamma Mia! The Party
There are parties and then there are parties, and nobody has a party quite like Abba. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Abba’s Eurovision win – where Benny Bjorn, Agnetha, and Frida won the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest in Brighton with the endlessly