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New electric waste vehicle will save councils 13 tonnes of carbon emissions per year
Read more: New electric waste vehicle will save councils 13 tonnes of carbon emissions per yearSouth Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse district councils have taken delivery of their second electric waste collection and street cleansing vehicle – which produces 70 per cent fewer carbon emissions than its diesel predecessor.
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Over £1.5M grants funding available for community organisations
Read more: Over £1.5M grants funding available for community organisationsPublished 25 February 2026 Community groups and non-profit organisations in South Oxfordshire will be able to apply for grants totalling £1.5M over the next year. South Oxfordshire District Council confirmed the £1,550,000 community grants funding in their budget announcements on the 12 February. This will be available via a range of grant schemes that will give a financial boost to projects that improve community facilities, enhance the health and wellbeing of residents and support the fight against climate…
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Residents reminded to buy their new garden waste permit
Read more: Residents reminded to buy their new garden waste permitResidents who receive garden waste collections in South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse are being reminded to buy a new permit if they wish to continue receiving collections from 1 April through to 31 March 2027.
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Dig in for free! South and Vale residents invited to grab complimentary compost this March
Read more: Dig in for free! South and Vale residents invited to grab complimentary compost this MarchSouth Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are inviting residents to collect free, nutrient-rich compost at special giveaway events this March. It’s the perfect way to recycle, reduce waste and grow something great!
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Find out more about future plans for Didcot at community event in March
Read more: Find out more about future plans for Didcot at community event in MarchA free event in March offers an exciting opportunity to find out more about future plans for Didcot. Members of the public and community groups in Didcot are invited to attend a special Didcot Community meeting after the success of the first event last year.
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South Oxfordshire sets out people-first budget with new investment in communities, services and local places
Read more: South Oxfordshire sets out people-first budget with new investment in communities, services and local placesSouth Oxfordshire District Council has approved a £19.4 million budget for 2026/27, setting out plans to protect local services, invest in community facilities, provide affordable homes and manage public money carefully.
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