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Virtual remembrance service held in memory of road crash victims
An online remembrance service has been held in Winchester in honour of those lost and affected by road traffic collisions.
The service took place on the 15th November with the Thames Valley Police and Hampshire Constabulary Joint Operations Roads Policing Unit.
The event is usually held in person but had been changed to an online service in order to follow social distancing guidelines from the government amid the pandemic.
It was led by Force Chaplain Reverend Dominic Jones at Andover Baptist Church and has been uploaded as a video to YouTube for people to watch until the 29th November.
The service coincided with the global United Nations World Day of Remembrance for road traffic victims.
It began with a speech from Chief Inspector of the Roads Policing Unit, Chris Spellerberg, who said that despite being online he remains “absolutely committed to supporting those affected by road death”.
He went on to say how “this poignant act of commemoration” is dedicated “to remembering road traffic victims” as well as “pay tribute” to “fire, police, ambulance teams, nurses, doctors and councillors”.
Ch Insp Spellerberg also said that the service was used “to reflect, remember and acknowledge the suffering of all affected victims, families and our communities”.
Reverend Dominic Jones led in prayer during the service, saying: “I do hope that this online version of our service will still be able to bring you some comfort.”
Chief Constable Olivia Pinkney also read psalm 139 and John chapter 14 from the Bible.
The service also consisted of a rendition of ‘Amazing Grace’.
Reverend Jones finished the service with some final prayers of remembrance and blessing.
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Police hunt man who threw chair and threatened shoppers
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
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
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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