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Oxfordshire MPs urge swift approval of Oxford United’s new stadium plans
Two Oxfordshire MPs have urged the government to approve Oxford United’s new stadium plans without delay, warning that the club’s future is at risk. The 16,000-seater project has cleared local hurdles but now awaits a decision from the Secretary of State.
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Taylor Wimpey to launch 281 new homes at Harwell’s Valley Park
Taylor Wimpey will launch 281 new homes at Valley Park, Harwell, this September. Dahlia View follows the success of Primrose Gardens and is part of a 4,254-home development featuring schools, shops, sports facilities, and green open spaces.
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Oxford hospitals raise concerns over congestion charge impact
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has warned that the city’s congestion charge could place extra pressure on staff and patients. The trust has urged for support measures, while the county council insists hospitals will remain accessible without paying the fee.
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Merck’s Curiosity Cube brings hands-on AI science to Greyfriars Oxford Catholic School
Oxford pupils will explore AI when Merck’s Curiosity Cube visits Greyfriars Catholic School this September. The interactive mobile lab offers hands-on experiments to spark curiosity in STEM and encourage the next generation of scientists.
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Oxfordshire charity highlights early intervention in suicide prevention
Response, Oxfordshire’s largest independent mental health charity, says suicide prevention must begin long before crisis. Marking World Suicide Prevention Day, it highlights the urgent need for awareness, early intervention, and collaborative support as demand outpaces resources.
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Last night of the Proms brings community together at The Rivus in Wantage
The Rivus in Wantage will live-screen The Last Night of the Proms on 13 September. A free, sociable evening of music and community spirit awaits, with complimentary refreshments and booking required.
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Oxford MP calls newly approved congestion charge as “extremely unfair”
Oxford East MP Anneliese Dodds has criticised the county council’s congestion charge, warning it is “extremely unfair”. The scheme has split opinion between businesses, residents, and travel groups, with legal challenges threatened as the council pushes ahead.
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County council approves congestion charge for Oxford motorists
Oxfordshire County Council has approved a £5 daily congestion charge for six Oxford roads, starting by November 2025. Supporters say it will cut congestion and boost buses, while critics warn of negative impacts on families, businesses and schools.
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Grants awarded to improve community transport in Oxfordshire
Four Oxfordshire organisations will share £64,572 to improve community transport. The grants, from Oxfordshire County Council, will support routes, running costs, and volunteer drivers, helping ensure vital services for people without access to cars.
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City Sightseeing Oxford supports life-changing Angolan project to mark Worldwide Charity Day
City Sightseeing Oxford is donating £1.00 from every tour ticket sold on 04 October to fund a medical centre in Angola, part of a global initiative tackling poverty and healthcare challenges through its City Sightseeing Cares programme.
