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Local Government Reorganisation
Residents will have seen posts on this website about the various proposals to reorganise local government in Oxfordshire. The Oxfordshire Association of Local Councils (OALC) has produced a very useful summary which explains and contrasts the three proposals that have … Continue reading
Bereavement Volunteers Wanted
Earlier in the year, Sobell House Hospice asked the Parish Council to let residents know that it was recruiting Bereavement Volunteers. Although the appeal was partially successful, it is still short of its goal so they have asked the council … Continue reading
Village Apple Day and The Community Orchard
Dr Gabriel Hemery writes … In 2017, Sylva Foundation created the Wittenhams Community Orchard at the Wood Centre, opposite St Mary’s Church. Its planting was supported by grants, and by sponsors (‘cropsharers’) who elected to have a share in the … Continue reading
OCC Newsletter
Residents who are not already subscribers to Oxfordshire County Council’s digital newsletter “Your Oxfordshire” may like to download the latest edition.
Parish Council Meeting – Thursday 19th June
The Parish Council will hold its monthly meeting in the Village Hall at 7:30pm on Thursday 19th June. All residents are invited to attend. Download the agenda here.
South News – June Edition
Residents who are not already subscribers to South Oxfordshire District Council’s digital newsletter “South News” may like to download the latest edition here.
Oxford City Council Local Government Reorganisation Proposals
Oxford City Council has published its proposals on how local government in Oxfordshire should be reorganised. Its proposals would see Oxfordshire’s six councils abolished and replaced with three new councils:
Pendon Museum Update
Pendon Museum is happy to announce that it will be reopening to the public this coming weekend 14th & 15th June. To celebrate Father’s Day on Sunday 15th, the historic Madder Valley Railway will have trains operating on the model … Continue reading
Part-Night Lighting Public Consultation
Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) has asked the Parish Council to let residents know about its public consultation on the proposed Part-Night Lighting Implementation Framework. This framework is about how part-night lighting could be implemented in Oxfordshire. It is not about … Continue reading
Bulky Waste – Could You Rehome or Repair It Instead?
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are encouraging residents to think twice before booking a bulky waste collection, because that old cupboard, television, table or unwanted bookcase might still have plenty of life left in it. As … Continue reading