Oxford ranked number two for new electric vehicle sales in January 2023
The latest UK electric car sales data for January 2023 shows that Oxford ranked number two in the UK for new electric vehicle sales.
UKRI invests £27.6m from Faraday Battery Challenge in future of battery technology
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has announced a further investment of £27.6m from the Faraday Battery Challenge to support collaborative R&D projects.
UPDATED: Paperchase at Westgate centre in Oxford is closing
The Paperchase stores at Westgate Shopping Centre in Oxford and Bell Street in Henley-on-Thames could be at risk of closure after their parent company fell into administration.
New battery plant in Oxfordshire to create around 300 jobs
According to ITV news, the technology and engineering business is building a large factory in Kidlington, which it plans to open in April.
Ellison Institute submits planning application for new facility at Oxford Science Park
The facility has been designed by Foster + Partners and is devoted to reimagining and redefining cancer treatment whilst enhancing overall human health and global health policy.
Planning permission granted for latest phase of Oxford Technology Park development
Cherwell District Council’s Planning Committee has approved plans for a new phase of development at Oxford Technology Park – the fourth phase of construction on the 20-acre science and technology park.
The Oxford Science Park aquires the Hinshelwood Building to expand capacity
The transaction is part of The Oxford Science Park’s ongoing investment programme, providing the support infrastructure for growing companies as they address global health and environmental challenges.
Oxpens planning applications submitted for new homes, jobs, hotel & public space
The scheme will turn an under-utilised 15-acre brownfield site into an extension of the city centre – a new residential, commercial and leisure quarter for Oxford.
8 in 10 parents in the South West have no legal guardian in place for their children
Eight out of ten parents in the South West have no legal guardian in place to ensure their children are looked after should they die according to research by Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE) and RWK Goodman.
Oxford Castle & Prison wins gold in Tourism South East’s Beautiful South Awards
Oxford Castle & Prison has won gold for the second year running in the ‘Small Attraction of the Year’ Category at Tourism South East’s annual ‘Beautiful South 2022/23’ Awards.