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More homeless suffering as Christmas approaches

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There has been a dramatic increase in homelessness in the last month according to a Winchester charity.

Lucy Tennant, a representative of Trinity, indicated that there has been a steady increase of people using their services over the last few weeks.

Tennant said: “Nationally homelessness has been increasing, but Winchester saw a dip over the last couple of years.

“It is however definitely rising this year. Last month we were seeing 40 people a day, but we saw 60 people one day last week.”

Trinity provides a drop in service where they serve hot food, provide advice and have laundry and shower facilities.

Last year they had 11,761 visits to Trinity’s base in Winchester where they served 14,300 meals.

Peter North the chairman of Trinity said in his report: “Homelessness is projected to rise across the country and all related and crucial services are under particular pressure.”

The change in weather, “may be a reason for the increase” of people using the charities services said Ms Tennant.

As the festive period is approaching Trinity try to do a little more to help the vulnerable.

“We had a Christmas tree donated by one of the local supermarkets, we get more festive food donated and we just try and make it a celebratory time,” Ms Tennant said.

The charity also encourages people to make shoe boxes full of practical presents for those suffering this Christmas.

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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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