On Winchester Now this week:
- We talk to the Chief Executive of Hampshire Hospitals NHS Trust as the NHS marks its 75th birthday, with events being held in the city to mark the moment.
- News in brief:
- South Western Railway is consulting on plans to close the ticket office at Winchester Station and all other stations along its network.
- More strikes are being held this week: teachers unions are continuing action in a row over pay, and train drivers with the union Aslef are taking part in an overtime ban.
- Controversial new parking fees come into force this week. Motorists now have to pay overnight in some city-centre car parks.
- Winchester Basics Bank says demand for its services remains at a record high; it’s appealing for help with donations as the Summer holidays approach .
- A free pocket map showcasing independent stores in Winchester has been launched by Winchester BID.
- The first ever Winchester Food Festival takes place outside the Cathedral on Sunday. We hear from an organiser.
- Hat Fair has returned to Winchester– bringing colour, music and laughter; Winchester Radio was there.
- Shout outs:
- to all the volunteers at Hat Fair;
- to 18 new vicars who were ordained at the Cathedral this weekend;
- to the PTA of St Peter’s Primary School in Winchester, and all those who attended a summer fete, raising an amazing £4,500; and
- to the children and staff at Kingsmead Day Nursery who took part in a litter pick at North Walls Recreation ground.
- We join rehearsals of the Chesil Theatre as they prepare to put on Treasure Island in the grounds of Winchester College.
