Sue Thomas
Latest news and stories
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The Oxford Trust announces Matt Francis as its next chief executive officer
The Oxford Trust has announced the appointment of Matt Francis as its next chief executive officer, succeeding Steve Burgess after a transition period in September 2026.
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Bicester-based sustainable marketing agency Webmart wins King’s Award for Enterprise
Webmart has been awarded a King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development, recognising its long-standing commitment to sustainability, carbon reduction and social impact across the marketing and print industry.
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Oxfordshire Business Awards 2026 announces finalists ahead of 30th anniversary celebration
The Oxfordshire Business Awards (OXBA) has announced its 2026 finalists ahead of its 30th anniversary Awards Dinner. The event will celebrate outstanding businesses from across the county, recognising excellence in innovation, leadership, and community impact.
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Work progresses on Oxford’s new science and innovation campus OxBio Hub
OxBio Hub in Oxford reaches a key construction milestone, with works progressing on a major new science and innovation campus offering flexible lab and office space.
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Aerodynamics specialist Sabe relocates HQ to Bicester Motion
Sabe relocates its headquarters to Bicester Motion, joining a growing cluster of high-performance engineering and innovation businesses.
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Beard Construction reports strong year as Oxford office appoints new lead
Beard Construction’s Oxford office reports strong growth and appoints a new lead, marking a successful year of major projects and community impact.
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Bidwells launches full-service residential property agency in Oxford
Bidwells has launched a new residential agency in Oxford, bringing sales, lettings and new homes together as demand grows. The move comes amid rising house prices, increasing rents and a projected need for thousands of new homes.
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Wallingford’s Connect Catering celebrates national award recognition
Connect Catering in Wallingford celebrates national recognition, with team member Sally Allen shortlisted at the 2026 Contract Catering Awards.
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Wild Bioscience scales climate-resilient crop development at Milton Park after £45m investment
Wild Bioscience expands at Milton Park with £45m backing, scaling facilities and leadership to accelerate climate-resilient crop development.
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The Oxford Trust appoints two new trustees to its board
The Oxford Trust appoints two new trustees, bringing expertise in entrepreneurship, healthcare, and science education to support innovation and engagement.
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Over 120 landlords attend West Oxfordshire Renters’ Rights Act event
Over 120 landlords attended a Witney briefing on the Renters’ Rights Act, as major reforms to tenancies, evictions and compliance rules signal one of the biggest changes to the UK rental sector in decades.
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Grainger appoints Fiona Muldoon as non-executive director
Grainger plc has appointed Fiona Muldoon as a Non-Executive Director, strengthening its board with significant experience in finance, governance and risk.
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Applications open for £100k NatWest Accelerator Pitch in Oxford
Entrepreneurs can apply for the £100,000 NatWest Accelerator Pitch in Oxford, offering funding, coaching and support for early-stage businesses.
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Oxford BioTherapeutics partners with Bristol Myers Squibb to advance next-generation cancer therapies
Oxford BioTherapeutics has partnered with Bristol Myers Squibb to develop T-cell engager therapies for solid tumours using its OGAP®-Verify platform. The deal includes upfront funding, milestones, royalties, and marks OBT’s third major pharma collaboration in a year.
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Vail Williams partner joins new Oxford office sector committee
Guy Parkes has joined the new Oxford committee of the British Council for Offices, created to support regional office market development and strengthen industry engagement.
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Oxford’s much-loved Pens Plus stationery retailer put on the market as owners prepare for retirement
Pens Plus, one of Oxford’s best-known specialist stationery retailers, is being offered for sale as its current owners prepare to retire after continuing the shop’s long-established tradition.