Did you know that there is Lady’s Bedstraw* growing at Fitzharry’s estate in Abingdon or that you can see Linnets* nesting at Fogwell open space in Cumnor? Visitors to meadow areas across the district will be better informed thanks to a series of tailor-made wooden signposts recently installed by the Vale of White Horse District …
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New depot helps secure the future of waste collections
A new vehicle depot at the Haseley Trading Estate will significantly contribute towards South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils long-term future of successful waste collections in the districts. The councils are working on securing a long-term vehicle depot at former Haseley Trading Estate (the former Ariens/Countax site) in South Oxfordshire, for their …
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Get ready for Easter fun with free and low-cost holiday activities across South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse!
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are thrilled to announce their exciting programme of free and low-cost activities for young children, teenagers and families this Easter holiday. Taking place at various locations across the districts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Don’t miss out – bookings are open now and activity sessions …
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Introducing Ridgeway Council – part of a two unitary council option for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire
Introducing Ridgeway Council, an ambitious proposal to create a brand-new council that delivers high-quality services, improves financial resilience and value-for-money, and ensures it is able to maintain truly local representation. An initial proposal has been submitted on behalf of West Berkshire Council and the district councils in South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse for the …
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Brown bin permit holders can have extra garden waste collected
Residents who have purchased a permit for the district councils brown bin garden waste collection service in South Oxfordshire or the Vale of White Horse can have extra garden waste collected for free, on their normal scheduled collection day only, between 31 March* and 11 April. Permit holders can put out a maximum of up …
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Tougher fines to tackle fly-tipping and protect our environment
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are stepping up efforts to combat environmental crimes with stricter penalties for fly-tipping, littering and for householders who fail to ensure that their waste will be disposed of legally. From 1 April 2025, those who fail to meet their legal responsibilities for waste disposal will face …
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Appeal for witnesses following burglaries– Oxford
Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to burglaries in Oxford. The first incident occurred between 6.25pm and 10.45pm on Friday 28 February on Bedwells Heath in Boars Hill, where two offenders have forced entry via a window and stolen a safe, a large quantity of jewellery and money. The second incident occurred between 7.45am …
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New garden waste permit payment system rolls out this week
Residents in South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse can now sign up for a new garden waste permit as part of changes to the councils’ subscribed collection service. The updated scheme, launching on 1 April 2025, introduces an annual permit sticker system. Residents need to pay for their permit to ensure their garden waste …
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New plan to help power Oxfordshire using local renewable energy
As the UK transitions away from fossil fuels towards cleaner, renewable energy sources, the energy grid will need to adapt to store and distribute energy more efficiently, ensuring it is available where and when it is needed. Oxfordshire County Council, Oxford City Council and West Oxfordshire, Cherwell, South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse district …
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Have your say on our Charity Collections Policy
South and Vale are introducing a new joint policy for South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse districts related to charity collections. The policy is aimed at safeguarding donors and beneficiaries, ensuring fair access to collection opportunities and preventing unlicensed fundraising. You can take part in the consultation from Wednesday 26 February until 11.59pm on Wednesday …
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