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Oxfordshire to receive 13 new electric buses under £5.1m investment
Oxford Bus Company is adding 13 additional electric buses to its fleet and expanding the county’s zero-emission public transport network following a £5.1m investment.
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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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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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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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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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UK travellers seek lower-cost Easter travel as fuel prices increase
National Express says Easter bookings have surged as travellers respond to rising fuel prices by choosing lower-cost coach journeys instead of driving.
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Parkers Properties launches Tour de Parkers charity cycle challenge
Parkers Properties staff will cycle 200 miles across 17 branches in September to raise £10,000 for Ronald McDonald House Oxford through the latest Tour de Parkers challenge.
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Guest suites drive demand among downsizers at retirement estates
Retirement estates with dedicated guest suites are becoming increasingly attractive to downsizers, offering residents flexible space for visiting family and friends without compromising privacy or reducing comfort.
