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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CONSULTATION – Oxford Road (Kennington) proposed 40mph speed limit
The Parish council received the following from Oxfordshire County Council earlier today We are writing to seek your views on the proposal to introduce a 40mph speed limit (in place of the current 50mph speed limit) on Oxford Road through Bagley Wood, between the Abingdon ‘ring-road’ & the top of Hinksey Hill in Kennington. These proposals …
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There is a vacancy on Kennington Parish Council for a councillor. The vacancy will be filled by co-option at the parish council meeting on 10 October 2024.
If you are: Aged 18 years or over, on the electoral roll, citizen of UK; Commonwealth; EU or Ireland and resident in or within three miles of Kennington or own land or work in the parish (for at least 12 months) you are eligible to be co-opted. If you are: Able to attend regular evening meetings and …
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Wantage Leisure Sports Hall revamp complete
The sports hall at Wantage Leisure Centre has been given a new lease of life this month with a £24,000 revamp. The popular sports hall floor had seen better days, with the wear and tear from its constant use leading to general damage and worn-out lines. During August, the floor was sanded down and all …
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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’. Between 10am and 3pm, you will be able to sample delicious fresh cooked food, enjoy a pedal-powered smoothie, find how …
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An extra week of fun for Vale outdoor pool and splashpads announced
There is great news at Abbey Meadow with an extra week announced for the outdoor pool and splashpad. GLL, who manage the outdoor pools and splash pads on behalf of Vale of White Horse District Council, has agreed to an extension to the opening season this year. Abbey Meadow outside pool and splash pad in Abingdon, …
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Council submits response to Thames Water reservoir consultation
Council submits response to Thames Water reservoir consultation Vale of White Horse District Council has today (Friday 23 August) submitted its consultation response on Thames Water’s proposed reservoir for the district. Thames Water launched a public consultation in June on the proposed reservoir and the public have until 28 August to give their views. Plans for the …
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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). Over the past three years, the councils have been working positively on …
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TTRO (T14372) Temporary Road Closure, Kennington, St Swithun’s Road
In the interests of public safety it will be necessary for Oxfordshire County Council to close a short section of St Swithuns Road to facilitate construction of side road entry treatments. A Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) is being made to implement the temporary closure and will operate from 26 October 2024. The estimated completion …
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Winter Fuel
Kennington Parish Council recently received the following information from Vale Community Impact (VCI): This is a message for all Pensioners living in the Vale. If you have been worrying about the announcement from our new Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, concerning the change in the qualifying rules for the Winter Fuel Payment. Please do contact VCI, we …
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