Like many residents, the parish council uses FixMyStreet to report problems with street lights, overgrown hedges, potholes, etc. The parish council is looking for a volunteer or two to help report and monitor these issues by becoming ‘superusers’. Training would be given, and this should allow us to get faster resolutions to some problems. Please contact …
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Community speedwatch initiative
The parish council has received reports of dangerous driving, including speeding, particularly on the main road. The scale of the problem is unclear so some data is being gathered to determine the best action. The parish council would welcome all concerned individuals to discuss setting up a Community Speedwatch group. If you would like to volunteer for …
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Stray; lost; found or out of control dogs
There is advice on the Vale of White Horse District Council’s website around what to do and who to call if you experience an out of control dog or a stray / lost dog or have found a dog. https://www.whitehorsedc.gov.uk/vale-of-white-horse-district-council/environment-and-neighbourhood-issues/neighbourhood-services/dogs-stray-lost-or-found/
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Home Improvement Agency – Handyperson Scheme
Do you know any people who might need some help with small repairs in their home? The Home Improvement Agency (HIA) – this team is dedicated to helping older and vulnerable people live safely and independently in their own homes by providing advice, assistance and grants for home adaptations, repairs, heating, dementia and safety within …
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New Lights and Bigger Christmas Tree
This year the council decided to purchase a bigger Christmas tree together with new lights – something that the residents of Kennington could be proud of – the results speak for themselves. The council has received lots of comments on how wonderful the tree is this year, some saying it’s the best ever. Thanks must …
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Best of Thames Valley celebrated at 2023 Community Policing Awards
The best of the Thames Valley were celebrated at the 2023 Community Policing Awards with numerous honours handed out to people who went above and beyond. Congratulations to all of the winners and read more about them on our website.
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Winter support for residents – Better Housing, Better Health
From Oxfordshire County Council Ensuring residents have a home which is warm, safe and supports their independence is a key building block to their health. Cold, damp, dangerous housing is responsible for increases in respiratory problems, cardiovascular ill health and problems in childhood development and costs the NHS £2.5 billion a year. There is support available to …
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Festive Food Waste Quiz
The waste team from South and Vale District Councils has put together a Festive Food Waste Quiz to help residents reduce and recycle their food waste during the holiday period. One winner from each district will receive a voucher worth £100 for a local farm shop and a small hamper containing items to help with waste reduction. The quiz will …
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Message sent on behalf of the Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner: Residents asked to share their views on policing budget
Matthew Barber is asking residents to share views on which areas they would like the policing element of council tax to be focused in the 2024/25 budget by completing his Local Crime Survey. The Police and Crime Commissioner is due to set the 2024/25 policing budget by the end of January 2024. The allocation of …
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