Police are trying to trace the mother of the child.

Newborn baby found dead in woodland

Speaking outside court, Lucy’s father, Andy McHugh, said: “I am happy with the result... unless he shows remorse he will never get out.”


‘Predatory paedophile’ Nicholson jailed for life for murder of Lucy McHugh

Nicholson was described as a "cold and calculated predatory paedophile" by the detective leading the case to bring him to justice. 

Southampton have completed the signing of Birmingham forward Che Adams for an undisclosed fee.

Southampton have announced an agreement to sign winger Moussa Djenepo from Standard Liege.


Southampton secured their Premier League survival with a thrilling draw against local rivals Bournemouth.

Southampton took a significant step towards survival with a 1-0 win which increases the relegation concerns of south coast rivals Brighton

Initial enquiries suggest the body had been in the water for some time.

Stars Holly Willoughby and Sophia Loren to attend event in Southampton

Ashley Barnes' last-gasp penalty helped Burnley snatch a 1-1 draw against Southampton

James Ward-Prowse's thumping drive sparked Southampton's 2-1 Premier League win over Everton.

Ten-man Southampton climbed out of the relegation zone as Ralph Hasenhuttl's revolution continued with a gutsy 2-1 win at Leicester

Southampton's number two keeper Angus Gunn inspired his side to a resilient draw as Chelsea draw a blank.

Man City moved up to second in the Premier League table with Southampton win to put pressure on Liverpool.

The Ralph Hasenhuttl revival continued for Southampton as they followed up victory over Arsenal by beating fellow strugglers Huddersfield.