Community
Grants available to help improve the quality of life for people and communities
Voluntary and community organisations in South Oxfordshire can now apply for up to £75,000 of Capital funding for projects that help improve people’s quality of life.
County Council urged to formalise help for asylum seekers
Mark Goldring of Oxford-based charity Asylum Welcome, made the plea at this week’s meeting of the full council amid a “huge increase” of asylum seekers and refugees across Oxfordshire.
Popular North Oxfordshire event HanFEST returns this Saturday
With all the charm of a village fete and an eclectic range of entertainment and music offerings, HanFEST promises to be a fun day out for everyone.
Councils offer more help for people struggling to pay food and energy bills
The scheme is part of the Government’s Household Support Fund (HSF), which was extended by the chancellor in the recent budget, and there is no requirement that residents be employed or unemployed.
Substantial donation will see new Sue Ryder night service in South Oxfordshire
The donation from Henley-based Anthony (Tony) Lane Foundation will allow the charity to recruit new members into the team to work through the night from 10.00pm to 7.00am
West Oxfordshire District Councillors agree plan to purchase land at Langel Common
Langel Common is a meadowland situated between Cogges and Witney, containing many historical interests for residents and visitors alike.
Government pledges £100,000 of support for two local garden villages
Berinsfield Garden Village and Dalton Barracks Garden Village will each be receiving £50,000 towards the costs of work to help develop the new communities.
The Oxfordshire people recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours List 2022
The 2022 birthday honours list marks the extraordinary contributions and service of people across the UK and includes a damehood for Professor Louise Richardson, Vice-chancellor of the University of Oxford.
£180k goes to community projects South Oxon’s Councillor Community Grants scheme
Over 100 voluntary and community organisations received grants to fund projects ranging from food banks and defibrillators to sports equipment and wellbeing activities.
Redevelopment of East Oxford Community Centre ready to begin
The redevelopment will see the East Oxford Community Centre and other ageing buildings on the site replaced by a purpose-built centre
Abbey Meadow outdoor pool’s future secured despite spiralling energy costs
Families will be able to enjoy the outdoor pool and splash pad in Abingdon for the foreseable future even though running costs like oil to heat the pool have more than doubled.
Nearly £600k allocated towards a new pavilion in Kingston Bagpuize
The parish council applied for the support fund to build the new facility, which is expected to cost £635,000. The remainder of the funds for the building will be met by the parish council.