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Record number attend Winchester nightshelter open day

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A record 156 people attended the annual open day of Winchester Church Nightshelter last Saturday.

The open day was designed for the public to “see what we’re about and have a look at the shelter and what we offer”, according to Angela Grabbelaar, who is a member of staff at the nightshelter.

She said: “The open day allows us to generate more awareness of what we do for vulnerable people on the streets and what we have on offer to support them.

“We had a record of 156 people attend this year from 11am-3pm and we’ll continue to hold this in the future because it promotes our services to those who might need it.

“We’re full 99% of the time, although winter is a particularly difficult time for those on the streets, so it’s important there are places offering help and a place to stay safe and not be alone.”

The nightshelter received an honour from the Queen in 2017 for voluntary service, along with an engraved crystal tower, following its successful housing of 112 people that year.

According to Winchester City Council’s website, house prices in the district are among the highest in the region, and although the deprivation levels in the district are low, there are still key areas of deprivation. Winchester was found to have on average 0.78 people homeless per 1,000 households, with an estimated 122,000 population.


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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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