An update on our Madagascar trees

It brings us great pleasure to share with you the most recent updates from the Garo Hills in India and the Ankarabolava-Agnakatrika forests in Madagascar. In 2022, we worked with our partner Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) to raise funds for its Garo Green Spine project...

Wellbeing reminder

Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope, but nowhere to turn? If you’re in a dark place, you’re not on your own. Oxfordshire Safe Haven is a safe and welcoming space for when you’ve reached the point where it feels like there’s no way out. They are open 365 days a...

Annual Parish Meeting

The Parish Council Annual Parish Meeting will be held on 8 May at 7pm – Stonesfield Primary School. If anyone would like to report at that meeting please can they email the Chair / Clerk in advance (by 3 May)....

County Councillor’s March summary

OCC News across the county New special schools: The county council is planning two new special schools in the Didcot area to serve southeast Oxfordshire. One will specialise in educating children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs or Autism Spectrum...

Letter from Police and Crime Commissioner

Dear Town or Parish Council, Please find attached a letter outlining some of the work that I and my office are doing in partnership with Thames Valley Police and local Councils to reduce crime and keep local residents safe. As ever, please do feel free to contact me...

Nominations for Elections on 2 May 2024

Notice of Election – Police and Crime Commissioner and District Council Elections (Thursday 2 May 2024) Nomination papers must be delivered in person to the Police Area Returning Officer at Council Offices, Market Street, Newbury RG14 5LD on any date after the...

When exactly will the pub reopen?

Firstly, thank you to the many architects, builders, pub planners and hospitality professionals who’ve given valuable advice and support to get us to this stage. With an old building like The White Horse there are hidden challenges around every corner, but if...

River levels in Oxfordshire

Heavy rainfall during February has led river levels in Oxfordshire to rise to high levels once again. The link below provides useful information for local people to monitor the situation in individuals parts of the county – especially when the Environment Agency...