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University students return to campus
New health and safety measures have been put in place to ensure the safety of students, with students returning to campus from Monday 8th March.
Students must continue to abide by social distancing rules, and wear masks everywhere on campus including outside and in classes. It is also encouraged to complete two free Covid tests per week, to help track the virus and prevent further spreading.
Alec Charles, the Dean of the Faculty of Arts at the University, said the campus is a safe environment for students if they follow the university and government guidance.
“We at this university, and universities across the country, have done a huge amount of work to make things as safe as possible. [If students follow the guidelines] It’s a pretty secure environment in which to work.”
He also said: “I think the most important thing for students to do is to follow the guidance given by the university and by the government.”
A statement from the University on Tuesday said:
“We are delighted to have students on practical courses returning to campus in line with the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown. It is important we keep working together to keep campus and our community safe.
This means we all need to:
– Follow social distancing rules
– Get tested for Covid, twice a week, every week
– Wear our face coverings
– Report if we’re self-isolating or test positive
More information can be found on the Covid-19 pages of the intranet or website.”
There were no new Coronavirus cases on either Monday 8th or Tuesday 9th March.
Since September 2020, there have been 198 cases linked to the University, which have all now completed their self-isolation and have recovered.
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.
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.”
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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