Council issues warning following spate of fly-tips
Offenders who blight north Oxfordshire with waste are being hit in the pocket as the council addresses an…
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People in north Oxfordshire urged to have their say on local nature recovery
Oxfordshire residents, landowners, businesses, farmers and other organisations are being offered the chance to help shape the priorities for recovering areas of nature and wildlife across the county.
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Massive milestone for local hero Tony
A Bicester man who has dedicated 40 years to keeping his town clean and tidy is calling on the public to show respect and care for Bicester town centre.
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Plan to care for district air
Air quality has continued to improve in north Oxfordshire, meaning that the number of designated pollution hotspots has halved.
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Unhygienic fried chicken outlet fined by judge
A cockroach-infested KFC must pay a £30,000 fine after being prosecuted by Cherwell District Council.
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Next steps towards net zero
Strides towards emptying bins and sweeping the streets with electric vehicles are being made as part of fresh plans to slash the council’s carbon emissions.
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New deal promises improvements at council car parks
Drivers using council car parks are set to benefit from improvements as Cherwell District Council prepares to strike a new deal with Oxfordshire County Council.
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Swimming pool emissions take a dive
Taking a dip at council-run swimming pools is now kinder on the climate, thanks to the arrival of new technology.
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Substantial fines for unhygienic food outlet
A mouse-infested Banbury takeaway has been fined £221,617 and its director barred from the catering industry following a council prosecution.
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Inflatable turtle blights Yarnton lane
Anyone who has recently had a turtle-shaped children’s paddling pool removed from their garden is being asked to provide information about a major fly-tip.
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Climate-friendly upgrade for council depot
The Thorpe Lane waste and recycling depot in Banbury has been refitted with air source heat pumps and innovative batteries as part of a project to slash Cherwell District Council’s carbon…
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Taking charge of battery powered revolution
Drivers of electric vehicles will soon be able to top up their batteries at 22 new park and charge sites in Banbury and Kidlington.
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Crackdown on illegal waste disposal
People who are tempted to cut corners when disposing of their waste are being reminded of the risks they could face.
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New partnership makes most of Cherwell’s mechanical know-how
West Northamptonshire’s bin lorries, street sweeper, and other vehicles will be looked after by Cherwell District Council mechanics under a new partnership arrangement.
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Specialist changing facility is boost to accessibility in Banbury
People living with disabilities can make use of a new specialist toilet facility when visiting the public convenience at Horsefair in Banbury.
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Council addresses concerns over Banbury litter hotspot
Visitors to Banbury town centre are being advised that Cherwell District Council has stepped in to address public concerns with the condition of Malthouse Walk.
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Weekly food waste collections will start from 1 March
North Oxfordshire residents can expect delivery of their new silver caddies in the coming weeks, as a new weekly food waste collection service prepares to launch.
