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The Solent Local Enterprise Partnership plans to invest in several different projects to help the region recover following the pandemic.

New Southampton cruise terminal part of £15m plan to boost region's economy

Employees at the Bournemouth Pavilion and the Bournemouth International Centre are expected to lose their jobs

A number of employees at Bournemouth International Centre could lose their jobs, it’s been announced by the venue’s owner. BH Live, which hires the site out for events, says it's faced extreme financial pressures due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Job losses expected across venues in Bournemouth due to coronavirus 

The Berkshire company announced 33 job losses are among the measures to keep services running while facing the financial climate.

More than 30 jobs to go at Reading Buses

Artist impression of the proposed theme park in Kent - Credit: The London Resort

The London Resort will have a huge impact on North Kent, and today plans to transform 465 hectares of land on the Swanscombe Peninsula into an ambitious new theme park were put to the public.

A Kent theme park in four years as public consulted on London Resort 

File photo of Steve Szalay Operations Director at Southampton Airport - Credit: Southampton Airport

The new operations director has warned that if proposals are not given the go ahead, thousands of jobs could be lost which are "vital to the recovery of the local economy".

Southampton Airport boss warns runway extension refusal 'would risk 2,000 jobs'

Poster of 'Covid Ready' scheme introduced in Eastbourne

Around 95% of businesses in the town, across various sectors, have signed up with the aim of reassuring visitors they are safe when visiting cafes, shops and tourist attractions. 

Eastbourne introduces 'Covid Ready' scheme to reassure visitors

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced a raft of measures worth up to £30 billion as part of his plan to rescue the economy in the aftermath of coronavirus.

Reaction as Chancellor Rishi Sunak unveils plan to rescue the economy

File photo of the Weald and Downland Living Museum in West Sussex - ITV News

The independent charity has faced "severe financial strain" as a result of the coronavirus crisis as it relies heavily on revenue from ticket sales, courses, events and venue hire which have all been impacted by the lockdown.

Weald and Downland Living Museum makes 20% of employees redundant

Arts venues across the Thames Valley and South East have been reacting to the announcement that the industry will be given a £1.57bn support package from the government.

South's arts industry reacts to £1.57bn emergency lifeline from government

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Pubs and hairdressers are among venues in the Thames Valley and South East reopening today on what is being called 'Super Saturday'. Many people are heading out to their favourite local hotspots, which have been shut for almost four months during pandemic.

In pictures: Pubs and hairdressers among venues reopening across South East

Swimmers taking to the sea in Brighton during the pandemic.

Swimming clubs across the South East are calling for the government to reopen pools as soon as possible. They had been gearing up for reopening on July 4, but instead they are still waiting to find out when they can to return to action. 

Swimming clubs criticise government's decision to keep pools shut

From Saturday July 4, pubs, restaurants and hairdressers will be able to reopen, providing they adhere to Covid secure guidelines.

Pubs, restaurants and hairdressers to reopen in the South East on July 4

The station was built in the late 1950s, and little has been done to improve it since then despite 20 million people using it every year.

Behind the scenes: Gatwick Airport's £150m station upgrade

The coastguard have been warning about the dangers of jumping into the sea from heights after a number of people were injured at Durdle Door

Man describes moment he saved cliff jumper at Durdle Door beauty spot

The lockdown has left many local newspapers struggling to stay afloat with sales down 20% and advertising revenue diminishing.

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