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Uk Power Networks shared with us few rules to follow in extreme weather conditions . Anyone experiencing a power cut should: Call 105 to report power cuts and damage to the electricity network, or 0800 3163 105 (from a corded phone or mobile phone if you have no power) Visit www.ukpowernetworks.co.uk for the latest updates…

Introduction Ahead of the UK formally leaving the European Union on Friday 31 January 2020, this is an update on planning for Brexit by the county council and their partners. Cherwell District Council has taken the lead on liaising with the districts and City councils, and in turn working closely with the county council to…

“Farcycles has a mission to increase cycling in the community, so that everyone benefits.  Individuals will be fitter.  Our roads will be safer, less congested and polluted.  Everyone will be healthier and happier.” Farcycles.weebly.com Does your child need a bicycle?  Do YOU need a bicycle?  Do you have unused or unwanted bikes at home? Does…

Waste enforcement officers from South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse district councils are heading out to a series of events starting next week, where they will meet the public to talk about littering. They have also put together a top ten list of excuses given to them by people caught in the act. These…

Second round of the children clothes swap FTC welcomes the new year promoting a good re-using initiative. This Saturday 1st of February the kids clothes swap returns to the Old Town hall, in Faringdon. The event will start at 10:00 and will finish at 13:00. Come and visit us , bring your unwanted items and…

We are looking for a School Crossing Patrol Officer at Faringdon Junior School, Faringdon. The working hours are 7.5 per week – ¾ hour in the morning and afternoon Monday – Friday. This role is permanent, on a term time only basis. Current pay is £9.18 per hour. In this role, you will help to…

The 2020 ‘Be Supported’ Questionnaire for Children and Young People in Oxfordshire is now live. Children and young people are encouraged to complete the online questionnaire before the 9th February deadline, but in case the online version cannot be completed, please find attached a paper PDF version, which needs to be returned earlier – by…

Winter is traditionally the busiest time of year for the NHS, and so patients are being reminded to only use Emergency Departments in Oxford and Banbury in an emergency. There are a range of alternative options available for non-emergency situations to ensure you get the appropriate care you need, and save an unnecessary trip to…

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In celebration of LGBT,  Faringdon will host several events. Faringdon Pride will start on the 8th of February with a a tea party in the Pump House, followed on the 21st of February by the showing of a film in the Regent Cinema. On the 29th of February the Pride event will conclude with a…