PEOPLE living in a Hampshire town have been praised for "pulling together" during the Covid-19 crisis.

In a message to residents the Mayor of Fordingbridge, Cllr Paul Anstey, highlighted the community's response to what he described as "unprecedented and concerning times".

Hre added: "Residents have pulled together and formed Fordingbridge In Need, a group wanting to help people in the town affected by Covid-19.

"This local community-run initiative looks to support Fordingbridge and the wider surrounding areas as we work together during the coronavirus outbreak.

"Its aim is to provide support to evreryone who needs it within the wider community."