Sue Thomas
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Exeter College unveils proposals for EXOq research and innovation district next to Oxford Parkway station
Exeter College has revealed proposals for EXOq, a major new 30-hectare research and innovation district beside Oxford Parkway station, combining sovereign high-performance computing infrastructure with quantum-ready data facilities, extensive parkland, and new community amenities for Kidlington.
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Mishcon de Reya becomes first tenant at £1.2bn Oxford North innovation district
Mishcon de Reya has become the first tenant at Oxford North, taking 3,500 sq ft at The Red Hall within the £1.2bn global innovation district designed to drive Oxford’s science and technology growth.
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Gardner Leader celebrates success with national award win
Gardner Leader has been named ‘Business Support Team of the Year’ at the national LawNet Awards, earning further commendations for excellence in client service, commercial litigation, and estate planning.
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Wantage-based Stepnell reports fifth year of profit and targets £140m turnover in 2026
Stepnell has reported its fifth consecutive year of profit, with turnover up to £112m and projected to reach £140m in 2026, following strategic expansion, repeat business, and a successful demerger positioning the firm for sustained growth.
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Exogene expands into new R&D lab at Oxford’s Wood Centre for Innovation
AI biotech Exogene has joined The Oxford Trust’s Wood Centre for Innovation in Headington, Oxford. Using deep learning and T-cell receptor technology, the start-up is advancing next-generation cancer therapies and expanding its research in a collaborative innovation hub
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Allen Associates reveals Oxfordshire jobseekers demand better pay and flexibility
Allen Associates’ latest report shows Oxfordshire professionals prioritise better pay, hybrid flexibility, and wellbeing, with many ready to move jobs if expectations aren’t met.
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BGF explores external fundraise to support UK growth companies
BGF plans its first external fundraise to attract institutional investors, aiming to raise £500mn as part of a £3bn commitment to UK growth companies, in line with the Mansion House Accord.
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The Crown Estate acquires Harwell East site for science and innovation expansion
The Crown Estate has acquired Harwell East in Oxfordshire, a 221-acre site set to deliver 4.5 million sq ft of lab and manufacturing space, 400 homes, and 30,000 jobs, expanding the UK’s science and innovation infrastructure.
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Milton Hill House unveils refreshed ground-floor interiors after summer refurbishment
Milton Hill House has unveiled a refreshed look following a summer refurbishment. The upgrades enhance comfort and style across the restaurant, bar and reception areas while retaining the property’s historic character.
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Fortitude Communications strengthens team with three new hires
Fortitude Communications has expanded its team with three new appointments, strengthening its expertise in PR, creative marketing and digital media. The Oxford-based agency says the hires reflect continued growth and a commitment to delivering outstanding results for clients.
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Bicester Motion unveils designs to conserve Hangar 113 for the next century
Bicester Motion has announced plans to restore Hangar 113, a historic 1937 RAF building, securing its future as a sustainable office and events space while preserving its heritage and supporting the estate’s mission to champion innovation and mobility.
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Oxford-based Aide Health launches Mirror AI-powered app to recall doctor’s advice
Oxford-based health tech start-up has unveiled the country’s first AI-powered ‘medical memory’ app designed to end the common problem of forgetting what was said in medical appointments.
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IMed Consultancy launches blueprint for Digital Health Medical Technologies (DHMTs)
IMed Consultancy has released a whitepaper to help developers understand new MHRA guidance for digital mental health tools, offering practical advice on compliance and classification of AI-powered technologies within the UK’s evolving medical device regulatory framework.
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Earthshot-nominated Nium unveils world-first green manufacturing platform at Milton Park
Earthshot-nominated Nium has launched a world-first catalyst manufacturing platform at Milton Park to produce renewable, low-carbon ammonia. The breakthrough facility, supported by Innovate UK, showcases British clean-tech innovation and could transform sustainable manufacturing on a global scale.
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M&M Zero marks four years of carbon-free waste collection in Oxfordshire
M&M Zero, the UK’s first zero emission waste collection service, celebrates four years of carbon-free operations in Oxfordshire, saving 6.7 tonnes of carbon and recycling 100 per cent of collected waste as part of the M&M Group’s sustainability mission.
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Taylor Wimpey invites buyers to ‘Dusty Shoe’ weekend at Southern Counties developments
Taylor Wimpey is inviting homebuyers to explore new homes before completion at its “Dusty Shoe” weekend across the Southern Counties. Visitors can enjoy early access, tailored incentives, and expert advice from the sales team.