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Public ‘excited and optimistic’ about regeneration of Winchester city centre

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Winchester residents and businesses are getting the chance to feedback on new proposals to revitalise parts of Winchester city centre.

Last week Winchester City Council hosted the first of several virtual public consultations into the ‘Central Winchester Regeneration’ scheme.

The result of which was over 70% of participants said they felt excited, interested or optimistic about the plans.

Previously, a Supplementary Planning Document, which was adopted in 2018, had been shaping the development of the site based on extensive public consultation.

Due to the current lockdown, residents and businesses have now been having their say over several online consultation sessions, which are being held by the council over November and December.

Councillor Kelsie Learney, Cabinet Member for Housing and Asset Management told WINOL: “People want to get a lot out of this site and I think we’ve managed to put together a proposal which does have something for everybody.

“I think it’s really important for us to find out now whether people believe we’re on the right track, rather than spending hundreds of thousands of pounds and ending up getting nowhere.” 

The plans aim to incorporate Winchester bus station, Kings Walk, Coitbury House and the old Friarsgate Medical Centre and transform it into a new area with houses, workplaces and public spaces.  

Another online session will take place on Thursday 24 November at 6pm, with a further two planned for Monday 30 November and Thursday 3 December.

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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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