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Cherwell District Council - Latest news (Banbury, Bicester, Kidlington)today Banbury to submit expression of interest for Town of Culture 2028 • The council is teaming up with community organisations to launch a bid for Banbury to be named UK Town of Culture 2028.

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust - Newstoday Oxford Health District Nursing Service shortlisted for the 2026 HSJ Patient Safety Awards • We are delighted to announce that the District Nursing Service has been shortlisted for the Improving Medicines Safety Award at the HSJ Patient Safety Awards 2026, which recognises the critical work being done to address the complexities of delivering safe care amidst times of significant change and long-standing pressures.

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust - Newstoday Research colleagues unite at Oxford Pride 2026 • This year, our Research and Development colleagues attended Oxford Pride 2026 to show support for the local LGBTQIA+ community, speaking to attendees about our research opportunities.

Bicester Advertiser - News (Bicester)today Councillors 'leading by example' after Oxford city centre parking update • Oxfordshire County Council has released an update about parking at County Hall in the city centre with councillors urged to 'lead by example'.

Herald Series - News (Abingdon, Didcot, Wantage)today Update as Oxfordshire town's splash park to remain CLOSED during heatwave • An Oxfordshire council has provided an update on the splash park, which will continue to be shut through the upcoming heatwave.

Bicester Advertiser - News (Bicester)today 'Notorious' Oxfordshire pothole road trialling two-year tech experiment • A "notoriously" potholed Oxfordshire road experiment trialling 15 different filling and patching methods in a bid to help the county's pothole crisis.

Oxfordshire County Council - Newstoday Oxfordshire County Council Chief Executive awarded OBE in King’s Birthday Honours • Dr Martin Reeves, Chief Executive of Oxfordshire County Council, has been awarded an OBE in the King’s Birthday Honours in recognition of his outstanding service to local government. • Martin has led Oxfordshire County Council since March 2023, bringing with him more than 25 years’ experience in senior leadership roles across local government. • Prior to joining Oxfordshire, he served as Chief Executive of Coventry City Council for over 14 years, during which time the city saw its most significant transformation since the post-war period.

Oxfordshire County Council - Newstoday Proposals to support children and young people with SEND to be considered by Oxfordshire County Council’s cabinet • Oxfordshire County Council’s Cabinet discussed plans to further improve support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) on Tuesday 16 June 2026. • This was in response to national education reform plans following the publication of the Schools White Paper ‘Every child achieving and thriving’ and the SEND consultation ‘Putting children and young people first.’ Councils must submit their SEND reform plan to the Department for Education by 19 June 2026. • Earlier this year, Ofsted recognised that there have been improvements in SEND services in Oxfordshire.

Bicester Advertiser - News (Bicester)today Oxford University and Savills deliver investment hit warning amid parking row • In an open letter to Oxfordshire County Council, estate agent Savills and Oxford University have warned of a hit to business investment.

Oxford Mailtoday Botley Road flood defence work starts near new rail bridge • Contractors are now working on a drainage system to ensure the road beneath the new Botley Road rail bridge does not get flooded

Oxford Mailtoday Popular festival is returning to park in Oxford • A community festival is back - with thousands expected to attend a full day of music, arts and activities in Florence Park, Oxford

Cherwell District Council - Latest news (Banbury, Bicester, Kidlington)today Dispersal powers adopted to address antisocial behaviour • Visitors and people who live or work in Banbury town centre are expected to benefit from new powers to tackle antisocial behaviour.

Oxford City Council - Latest newstoday Council secures three closure orders to stop antisocial behaviour and drug dealing • Oxford City Council has secured extensions of closure orders for three properties following reports of antisocial behaviour, including drug dealing linked to the addresses.

Oxford City Council - Latest newstoday Leader announces new Cabinet for 2026/27 • Councillor Susan Brown, Leader of Oxford City Council, has announced her Cabinet for 2026/27.

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