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Oxfordshire launches recruitment campaign for full-time firefighters
Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is recruiting full-time firefighters, with online information sessions planned for applicants interested in joining county crews.
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Oxfordshire superconducting magnet company makes landmark quantum computing delivery
Scientific Magnetics has completed its 20th superconducting magnet shipment for quantum computing, strengthening its role in the sector.
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City Sightseeing Oxford launches Easter Bunny Hop Trail with city museums
City Sightseeing Oxford and city museums have relaunched the Bunny Hop Trail, offering Easter activities for families across Oxford attractions.
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Low Carbon Hub launches share offer for community-owned battery project
People are being invited to invest in a battery project at Ray Valley Solar Park that will store surplus electricity and expand community-owned clean energy in Oxfordshire.
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Persimmon Homes retains five-star customer rating for fifth consecutive year
Persimmon Homes has retained its five-star customer satisfaction rating for a fifth year, with updated surveys recognising build quality and aftercare across developments including sites in Oxfordshire.
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Oxford North wins CoStar award for South East’s most impactful development
Oxford North has been named the South East’s most impactful commercial development by CoStar, with judges recognising its economic contribution, innovation and role in shaping one of the UK’s leading science and technology districts.
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Newbury Racecourse ticket savings pass £200k ahead of summer music series
Fans have saved more than £200,000 on tickets for Newbury Racecourse’s summer music racedays ahead of the Super Early Bird deadline.
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Oxford Bus Company welcomes extension of free Park & Ride travel in Oxford
Free Park & Ride travel in Oxford has been extended again, with Oxford Bus Company saying the scheme is boosting passenger numbers and improving bus reliability across the county.
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Oxfordshire County Council urges residents to support One Oxfordshire proposal
Oxfordshire County Council says One Oxfordshire offers the strongest option for local government reform, promising financial savings, streamlined services and clearer accountability ahead of a key consultation deadline.
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Thames Water criticised after Oxfordshire outages and sewage spill concerns
A new Oxfordshire water outage in Chipping Norton and sewage spill concerns at South Moreton have triggered renewed criticism of Thames Water, with GMB Union calling for urgent reform and nationalisation of water services.
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Family-friendly Car Show Japfest returns to Silverstone Circuit this spring
Japfest is returns to Silverstone this spring with drifting displays, thousands of cars and family attractions for its 10th anniversary event.
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Leys Pools and Leisure Centre opens new interactive Play Corridor
A new Play Corridor at Leys Pool and Leisure Centre aims to encourage movement and family activity through colourful outdoor features and interactive design.
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Automotive events specialist AMCI Europe to open European HQ at Bicester Motion
AMCI Europe will relocate to Bicester Motion, opening a new headquarters designed for automotive events, training and client engagement within Oxfordshire’s expanding mobility hub.
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Oxford spinout Stateful Robotics secures $4.8m to advance real-world robot intelligence
Stateful Robotics has secured $4.8 million in funding to scale AI software that helps robots remember, adapt and complete tasks reliably in complex industrial environments beyond tightly controlled settings.
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Escapade sets up HQ at Bicester Motion in major step for Motorsport Valley
Escapade has chosen Bicester Motion for its new headquarters, joining Oxfordshire’s Motorsport Valley hub. The move supports its growth plans and strengthens the site’s reputation as a centre for automotive innovation and motorsport culture.
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Children’s audiobook The Land of Sometimes to be reissued after animated film adaptation
The children’s audio story The Land of Sometimes will return in March 2026 as a reissued album and audiobook, alongside a star-led animated film adaptation arriving in UK cinemas.