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September 13, 2024

Help us to ensure voting is accessible for everyone

Residents are being asked what they think of proposed changes to polling stations in South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse. As part of a statutory review, South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are looking at changing the locations of a number of the polling stations they use, to ensure they […]

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September 10, 2024

Collaborative efforts key to combatting Anti-Social Behaviour

Early intervention, innovative projects and strong partnerships are playing a key role in helping to tackle anti-social behaviour and support vulnerable residents in South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse. The latest Performance Report from the South and Vale Community Safety Partnership (CSP), which brings together public services including councils, the police, health services […]

September 6, 2024

Report states continuing air quality improvement in the district

South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils have today published their joint Air Quality Annual Status Report, which shows a continuing trend in air quality improvement across both districts. Nitrogen dioxide levels decreased across most of the 133 monitoring sites. In addition, all six Air Quality Management Areas (Abingdon, Botley, Henley, Marcham, Wallingford […]

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September 2, 2024

Over £600k available to help support communities in South Oxfordshire

A new round of the Revenue grant scheme is now open. The Revenue Grant Scheme, run by South Oxfordshire District Council, aims to help voluntary and community organisations build and support thriving communities and improve the quality of life of people across South Oxfordshire. The council offers in principle funding for two years and has […]

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August 27, 2024

Riverside outdoor pool and splashpad extended season announced

There is great news for children and families looking to cool down in the summer sunshine before the end of the school holidays.

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August 27, 2024

Get inspired at the ‘Special Foodie Event’ – find out how you can turn leftovers into delicious meals

Are you looking for inspiration, ideas and recipes to turn leftover fresh ingredients into a delicious meal?  Then make sure you come to Cornerstone in Didcot on Friday 30 August for the ‘Special Foodie Event’.

August 22, 2024

Marking Ukraine Independence Day, councils continue to provide sanctuary to Ukrainians.

Ahead of Ukraine Independence Day on 24 August council leaders share their statements: Cllr David Rouane Leader at South Oxfordshire District Council, said:  “We continue to provide sanctuary to Ukrainian families and individuals living in South Oxfordshire and our thoughts are with those who have fled conflict and experienced loss. “Once again I want to […]

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August 21, 2024

Young stars wanted for the Cornerstone Christmas Show

Cornerstone Arts Centre is calling for the attention all young actors and theatre fans across Oxfordshire! The arts centre in Didcot is inviting young performers from the local area to help them bring alive the magic of pantomime with Cinderella their Christmas show this year. Together with the award-nominated KD Theatre Productions, the centre is […]

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August 16, 2024

The next steps for Councils’ Joint Local Plan

Following two hugely successful public consultations, which saw South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District councils receive a Highly Commended award at the Planning Resource Awards 2024, the councils have now set out the next steps for their Joint Local Plan (JLP).

August 14, 2024

Funding available for community projects in South Oxfordshire

Community groups in South Oxfordshire are invited to apply for funding in the new round of Community Grants. The grant opened for applications today (Wednesday 14 August) and each South Oxfordshire District councillor has a budget of £5,000 which they can award to projects in their ward. Those eligible to apply include town councils, parish […]