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June 15, 2022
Still time to have say on issues affecting South Oxfordshire and the Vale
There’s still time for people to give their views on the issues affecting our districts as part of a new Joint Local Plan. People have been using a new interactive website to have their say on topics such as tackling the climate emergency, sustainable transport, affordable housing, high-tech jobs, and the future of our town […]
May 26, 2022
New Chair appointed, as motions to help reduce energy bills and a review of the process to consider planning applications also agreed at busy Council meeting
A new Chair, helping residents reduce their energy bills and planning were all on the agenda at a jam-packed South Oxfordshire District Council meeting. At the top of the meeting, Cllr David Turner, who has been a district councillor for Chalgrove since 1995, took on the role of Chair of the Council for the second […]
May 6, 2022
Ladygrove health centre given cash boost to expand
Oak Tree Health Centre in Didcot has welcomed the news that it is to receive almost £40,000 to help expand its premises to help accommodate new patients. South Oxfordshire District Council has allocated funds it has raised from local developers as part of their permission to build new homes in the Ladygrove area of Didcot […]
April 12, 2022
New £345,000 grant scheme will improve Berinsfield residents’ quality of life
A special grant scheme has been launched to help community groups support and improve the quality of life for residents living in Berinsfield Garden Village. South Oxfordshire District Council has put £345,000 aside to help bring direct benefits to the garden village community as part of their future plans to bring new investment into the […]
April 8, 2022
South and Vale councils step up to support Ukrainian refugees in their districts
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse district councils are redeploying staff from across the councils to ensure Ukrainian refugees moving to the districts get the support and help they need.
March 30, 2022
Comment on proposed changes to the Henley Conservation Area
People in Henley are being invited to comment on some proposed changes to the boundary of the town’s conservation area. The conservation area is designated for its special architectural or historic interest and helps to protect the characteristics that make Henley-on-Thames a distinctive, historic and unique place. Property and land in the conservation area is […]
March 15, 2022
Cornerstone Arts Centre promises audiences a marvellous line up
The Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot is re-opening with a great splash of entertainment to inspire everyone. The arts centre is due to open its doors again from 21 March, after being closed temporarily for maintenance works. From fun family shows to 80’s medleys and gripping theatre aiming to bring classic stories to life in a new light, […]
February 16, 2022
Great British Railways Headquarters could be built in Didcot
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils will be entering a bid for Didcot to be the home of the new Great British Railways headquarters. The government competition is asking for local authorities outside of London to enter for the opportunity to have the new Great British Railways headquarters built in their town […]
February 2, 2022
Strings and solos to light up The Beacon with Didcot Concert Orchestra
Classical music fans can enjoy an afternoon of inspiring performances as the Didcot Concert Orchestra plays at The Beacon in Wantage this Sunday. Among an array of classical music pieces – some famous, some new – violin soloist and acclaimed recording artist Clare Howick will perform the delightful Violin Concerto by Glazunov. She will also […]
January 20, 2022
Over £2.5 million available for businesses in South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse
Businesses based in South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse districts in the hospitality, leisure and accommodation sectors are being urged to apply for support from the Omicron Hospitality and Leisure Grant fund. The government, who devised the scheme, has given £1,482,084 to South Oxfordshire and £1,104,075 to the Vale of White Horse to help […]
