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July 19, 2024
Leader’s Report to Council
As reported by Cllr Bethia Thomas to the Vale of White Horse District Council meeting on Wednesday 17 July 2024. Writing this report has been challenging as I have so much news to give you, I wasn’t quite sure where to start. Obviously, I need to note the election results, nationally of course, and our […]
July 18, 2024
Councils running their FREE Litter Bug activity trails competition during the school summer holidays
From Friday 19 July to Sunday 11 August South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse district councils are once again running FREE Litter Bug Detectives activity trails for children across the districts.
July 12, 2024
Vale Leader’s statement on Botley Road
Cllr Bethia Thomas, Leader of Vale of White Horse District Council, said: “Like many, I’m deeply disappointed with Network Rail’s latest revelation that it will yet again fail to fulfil its promises about Botley Road. This is beyond frustrating for so many of our residents – access to vital services in Oxford has become a […]
July 11, 2024
Make a splash at Abbey Meadow Pool
Summer in the Vale is well underway and there is great news for families and swimmers with the Abbey Meadow outdoor pool in Abingdon set to reopen on Saturday 20 July in plenty of time for the school summer holidays.
July 11, 2024
Council encourages people to take part in Thames Water reservoir consultation
Vale of White Horse District Council is encouraging its residents to give their views on Thames Water’s proposals for its proposed reservoir for the district.
July 10, 2024
Get ready to drop-in to the South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse ‘Summer of Skate’
Calling all young thrill-seekers, board riders, and scooter enthusiasts! Get ready for an epic summer with the ‘Summer of Skate’—your ticket to high-flying tricks, awesome vibes, and unforgettable memories.
July 10, 2024
Host of free activities this summer as part of Didcot Garden Party
Didcot will play host to a bonanza of free activities as the Didcot Garden Party returns this summer.
The festival begins on Saturday 27 July with a day of events in the courtyard at Cornerstone Arts Centre in Station Road, kickstarting more than a month of fun and excitement around the town.
July 9, 2024
Rain garden part of a range of improvements at Wantage car park
A rain garden is being installed at Portway car park to help manage rainwater and prevent overwhelming the drains during times of heavy rain.
July 9, 2024
Have your say on a new political map for Vale of White Horse District Council
The Local Government Boundary Commission wants to hear what residents and local organisations think about the proposals.
July 9, 2024
Councils encourage everyone to rethink waste
We all need to rethink how we deal with our waste. That’s the strong message from South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils whose residents have consistently been among the very best recyclers in England for well over a decade. The two councils are now striving to take things to the next level […]
