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College apprentice students struggle during Covid-19 pandemic

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College students all over the UK have struggled during the pandemic as 263 petitions are put forward for the UK Government, asking them to shut educational institutions.

During 2020, coronavirus has caused multiple problems for students trying to get an education – classes being forced to move online, work experience cancelled, and graduation being put on hold. This is due to the two lockdowns: one of which was a 4-week lockdown that started in March 2020 and the second for a month that started in November.

One of the petitions is asking that the Government should “reclose schools and colleges due to increase of Covid-19 cases” and so far, has received over four hundred thousand signatures.

One Portsmouth college apprentice, named Craig Cooper, has stated that their life has been “a misery” as of late, he said:  “The pandemic has caused me to lose my job, all because they didn’t want to pay me furlough, which has put my qualification on hold. To become a plumber, I need to prove myself and my ability to do tasks on new builds – I cannot do that during a pandemic. It is a catch 22: I cannot get experience without a qualification and I can’t get a qualification without experience”

“I am 100% not getting enough support from my college, they’ve just told me to try my best and to do the course while at home, but in my eyes, pretending to do the jobs I’m supposed to be learning on site is cheating. My hopes have been crushed and my life is now on hold”

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Police hunt man who threw chair and threatened shoppers

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A man threw a chair and threatened bystanders in the centre of Gosport on Friday.

Police say the man, who was behaving aggressively, threw the chair on the ground and shouted threats at nearby shoppers before running away. No one was injured.

It happened just before noon, outside a Greggs Bakery on the High Street. 

Hampshire Police say the man was white, bald and in his late 40s. He was wearing a baseball cap and a grey hoodie. 

Officers are asking anyone who saw the incident to contact them.

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Police officers injured during anti-migration rally

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Twelve people were arrested after 350 anti-migrant protestors clashed with police overnight in Gosport following reports of a small boat landing in the area.
A small number of officers needed medical treatment following the protests near Walpole car park.
Assistant Chief Constable Simon Dodds said: “Violence and criminal damage have no part in peaceful protest, our position on this has been clear that we will investigate thoroughly and take robust action against anyone responsible.
“Our officers did not deserve to be assaulted as they worked incredibly diligently on Sunday to ensure the safety of everyone in the area.”
Police had banned face coverings and had issued a dispersal order ahead of the protests across Gosport.
Those arrested were held on suspicion of assaulting officers or being drunk and disorderly.
The protest marks an increase in tensions within the UK after protests at Portsmouth, Taunton, Basingstoke and Glasgow in recent months.
Gosport Reform UK councilor Paul Carter told GB News: “If you think about this last night, no one really knew what was happening… I think a lot of people are really worried.”

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Residents warned over closure of recycling centre

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People in Romsey are being warned that the town’s recycling centre will be closing for a month for repairs.

The closure of Casbrook recycling centre will take place from 12 October to 12 November.

The council says that repairs are essential to keep the site safe, after heavy vehicles damaged the tarmac beneath waste containers.

Councillor Kirsty North, Hampshire County Council’s deputy leader, said: “We are investing in essential improvements to preserve the surface of Casbrook HWRC (Bunny Lane) and ensure the facility continues to serve residents safely and effectively for many years to come.

“I thank residents for their patience during these works and confirm that capacity is available at nearby HWRCs to ensure residents that usually use Bunny Lane, can still dispose of their waste during this time.”

Locals have been advised to use alternative centres in Winchester and Eastleigh while the repairs take place.

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