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Oxfordshire Libraries Update
The Oxfordshire Library Service has asked the Parish Council to share the following information: Oxfordshire Libraries are still here and working hard to provide residents with a wide choice of digital library services from the comfort of people’s homes. We … Continue reading
Cycleway and Footpath Maintenance
With greater use expected to be made of cycleways and footpaths when the lock-down is eased, here is some timely news on the Oxfordshire County Council website: https://news.oxfordshire.gov.uk/cycleways-and-footpaths-to-be-cleared-and-repaired-as-council-anticipates-demand-surge/
Parish Council Proposes Speed Limits
A speed limit of 20mph through Long Wittenham and 30mph between the village and the Barley Mow are proposed as part of a package of suggestions sent to the County Council to help make roads safer for cyclists and pedestrians. … Continue reading
Waste And Recycling Collections
A reminder that because of the Spring Bank Holiday, waste and recycling collections will change this week. Grey bin and food collections will be a day later than usual on Friday. More information on waste collections can be found on … Continue reading
Planning Applications
Residents will be aware that when a householder applies to South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) to alter their property, SODC usually informs the owners of the adjoining properties of the planning application and invites them to comment. The Parish Council … Continue reading
Thieves About
There have been reports that garden shed thieves are operating in the village. An attempted robbery was recently caught on camera at a property in the High Street and we are pleased to report that the police have identified the … Continue reading
Search For Vicar Begins Again
The recently appointed vicar for the Bridge Group of parishes within the Dorchester Team, Mark Howarth, has decided not to take up the post. Revd Canon Howarth cited “personal reasons” for his decision. He was due to have been licensed … Continue reading
Virus Delays Wetlands Project
The Coronavirus crisis has disrupted plans by the Earth Trust to create new wetlands and wildlife habitats at locations near the Thames. The Trust says that it is committed to the project but in light of the current situation the … Continue reading
Waste and Recycling Centres to Reopen
Household Waste and Recycling Centres in Oxfordshire will reopen on Monday (18th May) for essential visits, from 8am to 4pm. They will be open seven days a week, as long as they are not overwhelmed and can operate safely. To … Continue reading
Parish Council Meeting – Thursday 21st May
The Parish Council will hold its monthly meeting via Zoom video conferencing at 6pm on Thursday 21st May. Download the agenda here. If members of the public have any comments they wish to make on items on the agenda, they … Continue reading