Storm Eowyn: 'Severe' tornado warning issued in Hampshire
1 day ago · A level two ‘severe' warning was issued for the South mainly for severe wind gusts with a few tornado events possible. It began at 6am on Thursday and lasts until 6am on Friday.
Councils at breaking point over temporary accommodation costs, …
11 hours ago · The committee said temporary accommodation costs to local authorities had risen from more than £1.6 billion in 2022–23 to around £2.1 billion in 2023–24.
Ralph Fiennes and Cynthia Erivo earn Oscar nominations
1 day ago · Ralph Fiennes (Ian West/PA) Up for a best actress Oscar is Erivo, who secured her second acting Oscar nod for musical The Wizard Of Oz prequel Wicked, along with new nominations for Mikey Madison ...
In the dock: Latest cases from Southampton Magistrates' Court
6 days ago · JODY MOYLETTE, 41, of International Way, Southampton, pleaded guilty to making off without paying for £93.51 worth of fuel jointly with Jodie McDermott on January 10.He also admitted being in ...
Winds of nearly 60mph set to hit Southampton, Met Office warns
Dec 30, 2024 · A spokesperson said: "If you are on the coast, stay safe during stormy weather by being aware of large waves. Even from the shore large breaking waves can sweep you off your feet and out to sea.
Council actions 'avoided commissioner intervention'
6 days ago · Southampton City Council would have faced direct government intervention if the authority had not taken specific actions 15 months ago, councillors have been told.
Hampshire County Council could hike council tax by 15 per cent
Jan 15, 2025 · For a Band D home that currently pays £1,533.24 to Hampshire County Council, a 15 per cent rise would take that element to £1,763.23. In a letter to county councillors, the authority’s chief ...
Southampton fire: Families evacuate flats as flames take hold
Jan 1, 2025 · A fire broke out in Wood Close, Sholing, Southampton, tonight. One person who lives below the affected flat told the Echo how their brother rushed to save cats in the property.
Back to normal for budget at Southampton City Council, says CEO
Jan 17, 2025 · A cash-strapped council is expected to be “back to normal” for the first time in three years when it comes to its budget proposals. The interim chief executive of Southampton City Council said ...
These are the Daily Echo's top stories for August 2024
Dec 27, 2024 · In the wake of the Southport stabbings that saw protests and violence across areas of the UK, August began with protestors facing off in Southampton.