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Wednesday 6 June 2012

Cost of Bank Holiday police operations in Brighton could top £1million - thisissussex.co.uk

Cost of Bank Holiday police operations in Brighton could top £1million - thisissussex.co.uk

Sussex Police prepared for two major demonstrations this weekend and were patrolling the streets in Brighton & Hove with a big presence.

On Saturday, around 70 nationalists drawn from an unofficial group called 'Casuals United' were drinking around the town in small groups. It is reported that they gathered to show a response after the 'March for England' demonstration that went through the city in April was met by a large anti-fascist protest response.

  1. Sussex Police covered two demonstrations in Brighton City Centre over the weekend

Anti-fascists were again mobilised to meet the nationalists on Saturday but there were less than 100 people involved on either side, though there were minor clashes close to the seafront and near the Old Steine.

The police had feared hundreds of supporters of the English Defence League (EDL) would come to Brighton which, in turn, would mobilise more anti-fascist protestors to combat them. In the event few people were involved and the police have been criticised for wasting taxpayers' money.

The costs will be amplified because of overtime payments to officers as it was a Bank Holiday weekend. Some officers who were drafted in were "stood down" from duty when it became apparent that the demonstrations were low-key and not likely to require such a heavy police presence.

However, Chief Superintendent Graham Bartlett said: "Very often police resources deter people from doing things. I'm not saying that's the case here – we don't know what we've deterred."

Both sides said the police had over-reacted and had too many officers dealing with a minor incident. It is believed that the number of officers deployed on Saturday was close to being the highest ever seen on the city's streets in one day. Police were also patrolling the area near the train station covering revellers attending the second of Fatboy Slims gigs at the Amex Stadium.

An anti-Jubilee street party took place in the city centre organised by Brighton Uncut was another focal point of activity but no major incidents were reported from it.

In total 18 people were arrested on Saturday for a variety of offences and 30 nationalists were marched by police to the train station.

Meanwhile, on Tuesday, Sussex Police deployed around 100 officers to counter an anti-arms protest march against EDO. Further officers were held in reserve. Officers were bought in from neighbouring police forces from Surrey and Hampshire.

Sussex Police said they could not confirm the cost of the weekend's operations but tweeted about the costs that they had "Said we'd happily share both when we have them, but not happy to share inaccurate estimates or comment on speculated figures."

Chief Superintendent Graham Bartlett said: "We have had an incredibly busy weekend.

"That has meant there has been very little disruption in the city.

"The resources for big events are based on very careful threat assessments and understanding of what's required to keep people safe.


Source: www.thisissussex.co.uk

Sussex Police introduces measures to curb crime during Euros - littlehamptongazette.co.uk

INCREASED patrols and dispersal orders are among the measures Sussex Police will be introducing to curb crime during the European Football Championships.

As well as increased patrols and dispersal orders, which give police powers to ban groups of people from areas for 24 hours, Sussex Police has been working with local authorities and licensees to “deter trouble before it starts”.

This includes licensed premises selling drinks in plastic cups and bringing trouble makers to the attention of the police.

“Our main aim is to make this a safe and trouble-free tournament,” said Superintendent Grenville Wilson.

“Our approach will be friendly, fair but firm. The vast majority of supporters are law-abiding and peaceful, but there are a few who use events like the championships as an excuse to cause trouble. We don’t want it and we won’t put up with it.

“In addition to extra police patrols, we have a wide variety of legal powers which can and will be used if necessary.

“We also have powers to stop individuals drinking in public, and powers to require people to disperse from specific areas, if we think they are likely to cause or are causing trouble. Arrest can follow if they fail to comply. Think of the dispersal order as the yellow and red card scheme. A yellow card means you must leave the area. If you don’t you get the red card – arrest.”

Those who are planning to watch matches in pubs, clubs or other venues in Sussex, are being told to be drink aware and watch their purses, wallets and phones and plan ahead.



Source: www.littlehamptongazette.co.uk

Sussex dominate Surrey on Day One at Horsham - wscountytimes.co.uk

A rain-affected day of cricket at Horsham well and truly belonged to Sussex as they skittled Surrey out and then ate into their paltry total before play was abandoned.

Sussex seamers James Anyon and Steve Magoffin used the swinging conditions to rip out the heart of their opponent’s batting order, taking four wickets each as Surrey fell to 124 all out in 40.2 overs after being put into bat.

Naved Arif helped himself to the remaining two wickets and the bowlers were helped in no small part by some razor sharp catches in drizzly conditions.

Gareth Batty top scored for Surrey with 32.

Surrey got the early breakthrough they needed with the ball when Ed Joyce was caught behind for eight, but former Horsham player Chris Nash and Luke Wells soon got the Sussex innings going.

The pair put on 69 but straight after lunch Nash was caught by JJ Roy on 38 going for the rope, and just two overs later the heavens opened and play was abandoned with 63 overs played.

Wells - called up in place of the dropped Murray Goodwin - looks in good touch and will resume on 33 alongside skipper Michael Yardy (1 not out), and Sussex will be hoping the rain forecast for tomorrow stays away so they can build a sizable first innings total.



Source: www.wscountytimes.co.uk

West Sussex Invitation League round-up - wscountytimes.co.uk

Paul Osbourne’s half century was in vain as Southwater suffered a second successive defeat in Division 1 of the West Sussex Invitation Cricket League.

Southwater won the toss at Clymping and decided to bowl, and on a difficult wicket the hosts’ 204-8 was a decent total, Gareth Challen top scoring with 63 from 64 balls. For Southwater Danny Humphreys took 6-54 with the ball. In reply number five batsman Osbourne led the fight with a fine 88, but the next highest contribution came from skipper Alex Harding (28) as partners came and went. Harding said: “I couldn’t fault the bowling or fielding really, they had a few partnerships and although their score was good but one we could definitely chase. Paul was brilliant, he came in and gave us a real chance but the wicket is always tricky and a few of us gave our wickets away. It’s disappointing to lose two on the bounce but we’ve got a double header against Crawley Eagles this weekend so hopefully we can bounce back.”

Division 2

West Chiltington & Thakeham 251-6; Eastergate 78

An unbeaten century from Mick Armstrong helped West Chilt go clear at the top of Division 2 with a comfortable 173-run win at home against Eastergate.

The hosts were inserted and hit 250-6 in just 42 overs with Armstrong (103 not out), James Howgate (65) and James Chaloner (37) with the bulk of the runs. In reply, despite a few dropped catches Eastergate were bowled out for under 100 - overseas player Armstrong also taking 3-11 and Chaloner 6-50 again with all the answers. More than half the side were under 25 and all played their part in the field. Acting captain Howgate was clearly delighted. He said: “Although Armstrong and Chaloner will take the headlines again, the youngsters in the side are all keen to learn and we’re planning for the future here. Chilt are already 32 points clear of third placed St Andrews whom they visit this weekend.

Serendib 261-8 dec; Storrington 85

Storrington’s woes with the bat continued as they were skittled out for a sub 100 score in a heavy defeat at Serendib.

Robert Haggart, with 49, was far and away the visitor’s stand-out performer with the next highest score just five. The extras total added ten to Storrington’s score but it still only took them to 85 all out as they fell well short of their host’s 261-8 declared first innings score. Having been asked to bat, both Azam Riyard and Mudalige Sam Burke scored half centuries for the hosts, allowing them to trot off for tea early. James Peake and Alex Barritt both took three wickets apiece for the visitors, but it was with the willow that they really struggled, crashing to a huge 176-run defeat. Skipper Rob Norris, who missed Saturday’s defeat along with several other key players, said: “When you concede 260 runs there’s obviously a few issues in the field but at the moment the real problem is the batting. We’ve posted disappointing scores in our last two games and even when we beat Trinity we lost five wickets for 56, so we’ve probably scored around 230 runs this season for 25 wickets. We always knew we’d have availability issues this week so to fulfill two fixtures at the weekend is a plus but there’s not getting away from the fact that we are struggling. The one exception was Rob Haggart, who at 16 years old opened the batting and fell one short of his first half century. His keeping has also been pretty good but other than that our batsmen need to get their heads down and work harder.”

Horsham Trinity 170-8; St Andrews 171-2

Only captain Angus Cox really performed with the bat as Horsham Trinity went down at home to St Andrews.

Opening the bat Cox made 60, but from there only James Rogers (24) and Rob Bartlett (28) made it beyond 20 as the home innings ended on 170-8 from the 49 overs. In reply St Andrews opener Steve Kingcome hit 67, and the Trinity bowlers struggled to make any real headway as Nick Elkins was 61 not out and Owen Male 26 not out. The visitors reached their target with only two wickets down in the 32nd over, Jack Gold and Angus Cox with the two wickets. The result, Trinity’s second defeat of the season, leaves them in the bottom two of Division 2 in the early standings.

Division 3

Barns Green 188; Broadbridge Heath 190-4

Broadbridge Heath recovered from a below par start with the ball to record an umtimately comfortable win against Barns Green.

Martin Hennock made a swuft start for Barns Green with 51 off 67 balls, but once Fred Bridges (4-28) and Jay Patel (4-43) took the pace off the ball, their spin bowling soon ensured Barns Green were kept down to a managable total.

And with 250 a par score at barns Green, Heath were confident, as Craig Skilton (42) and Neil Charman (59 not out) helped them over the line.

Heath skipper Skilton said: “We recovered well.”

Division 6

West Chiltington & Thakeham II 143; Eastergate II 130

A low scoring game saw a tight affair between West Chilt II and Eastergate II which the visitors just edged.

Eastergate won the toss and asked Chilt to bat. The country boys were soon in trouble and collapsed to 143 all out - former captain Jonathan Denton top scoring with just 28. In reply Eastergate looked to be in total control until captain Stephen Hodgson grabbed the ball. He and Rob Rydon shared nine wickets for just 60 runs to bowl the hosts out 13 runs short. Hodgson, celebrating after his third successive five-wicket haul said: “A few players were missing today but the same result. We’re not getting carried away but I’m happy with our progress so far.” Chilt 2nd XI stay top but as they didn’t pick up maximum points the table remains tight at this early stage. They host Chichester Priory 3rd XI at the Recreation Ground this weekend.

Division 10

Horsham 4th XI 177-8; West Chilt & Thakeham 55

Chilt 3rd XI continue to struggle in Division 10 and remain firmly anchored to the foot of the table.

Despite a good performance with the ball, they collapsed against Horsham 4ths to just 55 all out. Vice captain Cliff Richman was down but not out afterwards. He said: “We knew this year would be a challenge and just getting a side out was our first objective. We’re a mix of the young and the old and many have never played together. We’re confident we’ll get it right soon.” Chilt face West Wittering 2nds at Amberley this weekend.

Chilt’s Sunday side beat Bognor Regis Rebels by one wicket at the Regis Oval in the first game between the sides for several years



Source: www.wscountytimes.co.uk

Sussex skies light up as the Jubilee beacons blaze - The Argus.co.uk

Sussex skies light up as the Jubilee beacons blaze

Night skies glowed as dozens of Jubilee beacons were set ablaze across Sussex.

Thousands of people flocked to watch the fires on Monday night which formed part of a ‘chain of light’ to celebrate 60 years of the Queen’s reign.

In Brighton and Hove, a trio of fiery beacons were lit in Rottingdean, on Hove promenade and on Brighton seafront.

The fires were lit by the mayor of Brighton and Hove, Bill Randall, council leader Jason Kitcat and the Royal British Legion.

Near the Palace Pier, crowds danced to music from brass band Fanfara and steel band Euphoria.

Dozens of other fires were lit across the county.

In East Hoathly, a 30ft wooden sculpture of Britannia complete with trident, shield and helmet was set ablaze. Sculptor Keith Pettit took three weeks and three lorry loads of scrap wood to make the female warrior before it was burned to the ground.

The beacon at Shoreham Fort took a while to get going despite the efforts of East Worthing and Shoreham MP Tim Loughton.

After the event, Mr Loughton joked on social networking website Twitter: “We got the beacon alight eventually – aided by a Calor Gas blowtorch – but it was worth it.”

In Bognor, a Royal British Legion brass band played as a beacon was lit on the Place St Maur. Sky lanterns were released into the sky along with 60 helium dove balloons.

Scouts and Guides led the celebrations in Littlehampton with a colourful procession along the seafront led by a marching band.

Afterwards the mayor of Littlehampton, Coun Emma Neno, lit the flame, helped by the winner of a children’s fancy dress contest held in Mewsbrook Park.

Revellers in Seaford were treated to a hi-tech laser show at Seaford Head before the traditional beacon was lit by laser from the ancient Martello Tower above Seaford Museum.

Comments(1)

billy goat-gruff says...
12:34pm Wed 6 Jun 12

why no beacons at Ditchling Beacon and Firle Beacon? billy goat-gruff

Source: www.theargus.co.uk

Motorcyclist Lee Howlett, 26, in fatal Cardiff crash - BBC News

The family of a motorcyclist killed in a crash on Spring Bank Holiday Monday have paid tribute to a "happy person who was fun loving and full of life".

Lee Howlett, 26, from Rhiwbina, Cardiff, died after police say he lost control of his red Yamaha R1 on the A470 in Whitchurch, Cardiff.

A former Whitchurch High School pupil, Mr Howlett was a manager at Lidl's distribution centre in Bridgend.

Police have appealed for witnesses to the incident.

The carriageway was closed following the incident which happened at about 16:33 BST on Monday.

Diversions were in place between Whitchurch Golf Club and the Coryton interchange.

Mr Howlett's family described him as a "dedicated golfer and gym fanatic".

They said: "Lee will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

"He was a loving husband to Jayne, son, brother, grandson, uncle, brother-in-law, nephew, cousin and friend.

"We will always remember him as a happy person who was fun loving and full of life.

"Although he has been taken from us too soon, we have comfort in knowing he was a happy person who had already achieved many things including a successful career and took great joy in the things he loved doing the most - these being a dedicated golfer and gym fanatic!

'Cheeky grin'

"We will always remember Lee smiling with his cheeky grin and for making people laugh. Always remembered and never forgotten."

The tribute added that Mr Howlett was a keen single-handicap golfer and was a member of Parc Golf Club in Coedkernew, Newport.

Anyone with information about the crash is asked to contact South Wales Police Roads Policing Department on 029 20633438.


Source: www.bbc.co.uk

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