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South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 11h

Thame Leisure Centre has a fresh new look, with a new functional gym area and much-improved changing facilities – all part of a major refurbishment project. Find out more about the improvements: https://orlo.uk/3OTu5

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 16h

Our Economic Development team have helped over 60 businesses across South Oxfordshire and the Vale to support the local economy and their communities through Rural England Prosperity Funding. See all the projects in our new interactive map! https://orlo.uk/N9T9C #SupportingBusinessAndCommunity

A map of Vale of White Horse and South Oxfordshire showing business and community locations marked with blue pins.

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 18h

We continue to stand in solidarity with Ukraine and our Ukrainian residents who have made South Oxfordshire their home since the invasion by Russia in 2022. Today we have raised their flag from our offices in Abingdon as a symbol of support on Ukraine Independence Day.

The front of Abbey House in Abingdon with the Ukrainian Flag flying

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 2d

If your community project needs some much needed funding, take a look at our Councillor Community Grant Scheme which is open for applications! https://orlo.uk/2Pgkx #CommunityGrant #CommunityFunding #HelpingCommunities

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 3d

Do you know what happens to your waste? There are a few spots left on our free tours around the Ardley Waste Recycling Centre on 3 September and 23 October. Sign up now! To sign up, just email waste.team@southandvale.gov.uk expressing your interest.

Four people in high-visibility gear and hard hats standing in front of a waste facility. Text says: Join a waste facility tour. Find out what happens to your rubbish. Register now!

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 6d

Join our relaunched WhatsApp channel for bin collection updates. Select the link below to join and receive updates about collection changes, recycling tips and more—sent straight to your phone. Binfluencers for South Oxfordshire residents - https://orlo.uk/zll3J

Green recycling bin inside a blue speech bubble with the word Binfluencers below.

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 7d

🔥 The wildfire risk remains high despite the temperature cooling down this week. Please do not use disposable barbecues or light campfires. Dispose of cigarettes and glass bottles safely. You can find advice on preventing wildfires and what to do if you spot one: https://orlo.uk/7gAgA

A wildfire safety poster warning that BBQs, campfires, and cigarettes cause fires, with instructions to call 999 if you see a BBQ.

A fire safety poster showing a lit cigarette butt with flames, warning that litter causes wildfires, and telling you to call 999 if you see a wildfire.

A family picnic with a warning: Take a picnic, not a BBQ. Dry grass and BBQs cause fire risk. Call 999 if you see a wildfire.

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 7d

Our Councillor Community Grant is now open! Community and voluntary organisations are invited to apply for grants from £250 up to a maximum of £7,500 to support projects in their area. Find out more on our website https://orlo.uk/Br4ga #CommunityGrant #CommunityFunding #HelpingCommunities

Promotional graphic for the South Oxfordshire District Council Councillor Community Grant Scheme now open.

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 11d

Our tourism dedicated website, Visit Southern Oxfordshire is a great place to find out what's going on across the district and YOU can add your own events to it to let everyone else know what's happening! 🙂 https://orlo.uk/ev8lS #VisitSouthernOxfordshire #SupportingBusinessAndCommunity

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 11d

The latest edition of South News is available to view on our website: https://orlo.uk/ywVPQ If you’d like to keep up to date, head over to our website and sign up to receive the newsletter straight to your inbox every month! https://orlo.uk/If06t

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 14d

Councillors have expressed concerns for the government reforms to planning committees set to come into force at the end of October 2026. More info on our website here https://orlo.uk/planning_changes_HxGv6

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 14d

Our Councillor Community Grant goes live on Monday 17 August and is open to voluntary and community organisations across the district. If your community project needs a financial boost get in touch with your councillor today! https://orlo.uk/V0Mat #CommunityGrant #CommunityFunding

Promotional graphic for the South Oxfordshire District Council's Councillor Community Grant Scheme launching 17 August.

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 14d

One Website. Lots of Ideas! The #VisitSouthernOxfordshire website is managed by our Economic Development team. It helps support the tourist economy and it's a great way to find out what’s happening where you live! https://orlo.uk/pZCIZ 🙂 #SupportingBusinessAndCommunity

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 19d

If you run a business in the district and would like regular, up to date information and advice then sign up to our Business Support newsletter. Packed full of the latest news, events and resources – sign up via our website today! https://orlo.uk/wbvOm #SupportingBusinessAndCommunity

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 20d

The latest round of our Councillor Community Grant scheme launches on Monday 17 August! £270,000 is available to support community projects that help residents, and supports healthy, thriving communities across South Oxfordshire. https://orlo.uk/qfgzU #CommunityGrant #CommunityFunding

A yellow graphic overlay with the text 'LAUNCHING SOON!' in Didcot at the Orchard centre with people sitting nearby watching activities coordinated by TRAIN the youth charity.

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 21d

Did you know that we have a business support team? Our Economic Development team is on hand to support businesses across South Oxfordshire and the Vale. Large or small, they can offer your business free, impartial advice and support. https://orlo.uk/M8u95 #SupportingBusinessAndCommunity

A collage of six images showing local markets, cafes, cycling, town streets, a science facility, and a business event.

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 24d

Unfortunately, because litter in public bins is mixed with food scraps and dog waste, nothing inside them can be recycled. To ensure your bottles and cans are recycled, please take them home to your household green recycling bin. Thank you! #LoveParksWeek

An illustration of a woman holding a plastic bottle next to a litter bin and a recycling bin with a message to take recycling home.

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 24d

Residents across the district are passionate about where they live and have great ideas for their communities. We help community groups bring their ideas to life through our grants Find out more: https://orlo.uk/vWSuZ

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 26d

Spending time in your local park this week? To help keep our parks clean for everyone, if you've finished eating or drinking and the bin is full, please take your litter home with you. Thank you! #LoveParksWeek

Two young women sitting on beanbags on a lawn, smiling and holding sandwiches during a picnic.

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· 28d

We have a range of grants available to support our communities. They help improve health and wellbeing, protect the environment and help our communities to thrive. Find out more on our website: https://orlo.uk/Vd03R #StrongerCommunities #grants

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· Jul 23

Not sure what bin it is this week or which day it will be emptied? Check our new BinDays web app - https://orlo.uk/Chgep

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· Jul 21

Great news for Didcot - with news of over £1 million secured towards new social housing in the town. 🏠 We have been awarded £1,072,805 from Homes England towards the redevelopment of the site between 116 and 120 Broadway, Didcot. Follow the progress of the project here: https://orlo.uk/mquND

Cllr Tony Worgan gesturing towards a construction site, with text announcing £1 million funding for Didcot Broadway.

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· Jul 20

The Performing Arts Grant is Now Open! Local voluntary and community groups can now apply for grants of £500–£5,000 to run performing arts projects in South Oxfordshire. Find out more on our website: https://orlo.uk/Sz5bi

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· Jul 17

Big news for South Oxfordshire! Our new Nature and Climate Action Fund is launching In September. It can support projects that improve nature, reduce waste and energy use, and help people travel and live more sustainably. Watch this space, more details coming soon! https://orlo.uk/RR3ET

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· Jul 17

Cheers to South Oxfordshire's pubs! Eligible pubs will receive an extra 15% business rates relief for 2026/27 to help with rising costs. The relief will be applied automatically, with revised bills arriving over the next month. You can find out more at https://orlo.uk/UnLco

Cllr Maggie Fiilipova-Rivers, dressed in a dark teal dress standing in front of a traditional white-washed English pub named The Catherine Wheel.

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· Jul 16

Cllr Maggie Filipova-Rivers, Leader of South Oxfordshire District Council has expressed her disappointment in today’s announcement by the Government to proceed with a three-unitary model for Oxfordshire. Read the full statement here: https://orlo.uk/LGR_7IihF

Cllr Maggie Filipova-Rivers Leader of South Oxfordshire District Council - Today’s announcement by the Government is deeply disappointing. South Oxfordshire has consistently argued that a two-unitary model would provide the strongest foundation for the future of local government across the county. It would have delivered clearer accountability, reduced duplication, greater financial resilience and better value for residents.

Leader quote with photo: We are especially concerned for those rural communities that will now be brought into a unitary authority dominated by Oxford City. This will impact over 21,000 residents across twenty-five villages. Many residents expressed clear concerns during this process about maintaining the distinct identity of our villages, protecting the Green Belt and countryside, and ensuring that decisions affecting rural communities are not overshadowed by the priorities of a large urban centre. Those concerns remain valid and deserve to be heard.

Leader quote with photo: Although the Government has made its decision, our commitment to South Oxfordshire has not changed. Ultimately, our top priority remains to make sure we continue to deliver high-quality services to the people we serve for a smooth transition and beyond. We will continue to work closely, collaboratively and constructively with all the other councils involved to ensure we achieve the best possible outcomes for our communities under these circumstances.

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· Jul 16

The government has announced 3 new councils for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire in 2028: 🔵Greater Oxford 🔵Northern Oxfordshire 🔵Ridgeway These new councils will replace the current 7 councils. Read the full announcement here 👉 https://orlo.uk/LGR_FwqLF

A collage of Oxfordshire and West Berkshire landmarks with text announcing three new unitary councils.

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· Jul 15

Later today England will play Argentina in the semi finals of the World Cup. We're flying the St George's flag from our offices in Abingdon in support - Come on England! ⚽

External image of Abbey House our offices in Abingdon flying the St George's flag

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· Jul 14

We're pleased to confirm that our Land Charges system is now live and we are accepting land charges searches. Thank you to everyone who has waited patiently while these vital improvements were completed. For more information, please visit our Local Land Charges page https://orlo.uk/5emzE

A promotional graphic for a new Land Charges system with a 'Register now' button over an aerial view of a town.

South Oxfordshire District Council@southoxon· Jul 13

Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary is one of the local groups supported by our SO Charitable Lottery. The lottery raises money for good causes across South Oxfordshire, helping organisations like the sanctuary continue their important work. Read more in our press release: https://orlo.uk/W65uZ