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Driver arrested for 'speeding 96MPH while on cannabis'

A motorway driver was arrested for speeding at almost 100mph after allegedly taking cannabis. Police officers spotted a vehicle travelling at 96mph on the M40 near Welcome Break Oxford Services on Monday (February 5). Officers stopped the vehicle

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Oxford residents demand own prosecution in solidarity with retired social worker

300 Oxford residents are asking to be prosecuted in an act of solidarity with a retired social worker. Trudi Warner sat outside Inner London Crown Court during the trial of climate protestors, reminding the jury of their rights to consider their

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'A worrying time': King Charles wished 'speedy recovery' by Bishop of Oxford and MPs

Well-wishes have come from across Oxfordshire to King Charles who has been diagnosed with a form of cancer. The county came together to wish the King a “speedy recovery” as Buckingham Palace announced he had started treatment at around 6pm today

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Thoughts and prayers with King from politicians after cancer diagnosis

Oxfordshire leaders have given swift responses to reports of the King's cancer diagnosis with many offering their "thoughts and prayers". This comes as a recent hospital procedure for benign prostate enlargement resulted in a separate diagnosis

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Who will succeed King Charles III? See the royal family line of succession

The British throne has passed hands many times over the centuries, occurring most recently upon the death of Queen Elizabeth II in 2022.  The person who the title of King or Queen passes onto is determined by something called the line of succession

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What happens if King Charles III abdicates the British throne?

While rare, abdications are not unheard of in the UK, leaving many curious as to what would happen if King Charles relinquished the throne. The last abdication took place on December 10, 1936, when Edward VIII decided to marry American actor and

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RECAP: Lorry crash closes A34 with major delays

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King Charles III diagnosed with cancer, Buckingham Palace announces

King Charles III has been diagnosed with cancer, Buckingham Palace has confirmed. The King has been diagnosed with a form of cancer and has begun a schedule of regular treatments, and while he has postponed public duties he “remains wholly positive

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Pro-LTN campaigner to stand as candidate in local elections

A director of a group which campaigned for the divisive Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs) is standing for election to Oxford City Council. Scott Urban is a founding member of Oxfordshire Liveable Streets, which called for measures to stop cars

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Christian Horner investigated by Red Bull over alleged ‘inappropriate behaviour’

Formula One boss Christian Horner is under investigation by Red Bull following an accusation of “inappropriate behaviour”. It is understood the allegation has been made by another member of staff for the British-based Formula One (F1) team which

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Mum and baby 'secretly filmed' in swimming pool changing room

A pervert secretly filmed a woman in a swimming pool changing room, it has been claimed. The mother was changing her baby after a family swim session when she spotted "a black GoPro camera" appear over the top of the cubicle at Didcot Wave Leisure

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'Proud' MG enthusiasts reject calls to change pub's historic name

Car enthusiasts have defended the name of a 50-year old pub saying it celebrates the town's motoring history. Almost 500 people have signed an online petition calling for the name of The Midget pub in Abingdon to be changed as it is deemed offensive

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Everything we know about Jorge Carreno's death ahead of murder trial

A MURDER trial into the death of a warehouseman whose body was pulled from the River Cherwell over two years ago is starting this week. Jorge Carreno was found dead in Parson’s Pleasure, a popular bathing spot, on July 26, 2021. The 30-year-old

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Major Didcot infrastructure plan set for public scrutiny

A major infrastructure plan for Didcot is to be scrutinised in a public inquiry after being initially refused by the county council's planning and regulation committee. Set for 26 days over a 12-week period, the Secretary of State for Levelling

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State pension will need to rise to 71 in near future, careers experts claim

The state pension age could increase to 71 in the near future, some careers experts have claimed. Middle-aged workers could see the state pension age increase by a few years due to the impact of growing life expectancy and falling birthrates.

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Steve Coogan to bring back Alan Partridge for new documentary series on the BBC

The iconic character of Alan Patridge is set to return to the BBC as Steve Coogan stars in a six-part documentary spoof series. The character was last seen on TV as part of 'This Time with Alan Partridge' which was a comedic take on current affairs

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Motorists baffled as group jog along busy A-road

Motorists have been reacting to a "crazy" incident in which a group of between eight and 10 people were running along a dual carriageway at the weekend. The group was jogging along the A40 between Brize Norton and Curbridge heading towards Witney

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Kate Garraway shares daughter's 'brave' final words to Derek Draper before death

Kate Garraway has shared the "brave" final words her daughter Darcey said to her dad Derek Draper before his passing. Draper fell seriously ill with Covid-19 in March 2020 and was put in a coma from which he did not wake up from until October of

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Only Fools and Horses star Michael Jayston dies aged 88 after short illness

Michael Jayston, who appeared in the hit BBC sitcom Only Fools and Horses, has died at the age of 88 after a short illness. The British actor was known for playing the father of Rachel “Raquel” Turner (Tessa Peake-Jones), the love interest of Derek

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Petr Cech leaves Oxford City Stars on loan for second time this season

PETR Cech has joined Belfast Giants on a short-term loan from Oxford City Stars for the second time this season. The 41-year-old made his professional ice hockey debut with the Giants back in November, and returns as temporary emergency cover.

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BBC to air final Jonnie Irwin episode of Escape to the Country with tribute

The BBC is set to air the final episode of Escape to the Country that Jonnie Irwin filmed before his death at the age of 50. The presenter was also known for presenting Channel 4’s A Place in the Sun and was diagnosed with lung cancer in late 2022

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Man wanted after card SWALLOWED by supermarket cashpoint

A person’s card was swallowed by a supermarket cashpoint in a suspected theft in Henley. The victim lost their card to the machine at Tesco in Reading Road and it was later used at a nearby service station. Police have released a CCTV image

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Well-wishes from across Oxfordshire to King after cancer diagnosis

8:51pm Thank you for following this live blog. You can read a full reaction piece from Oxfordshire's leaders here.

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Weather warning with chances of snow in Oxfordshire this week

The Met Office said snowfall could bring some disruption on Thursday and into Friday morning, warning there was a chance of travel delays on roads, along with delayed or cancelled rail and air travel. The Met Office said snowfall could bring some

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Ian Lavender from the hit BBC sitcom Dad's Army dies aged 77

Ian Lavender who played Private Pike in the hit BBC sitcom Dad's Army has died at the age of 77. The iconic actor from Birmingham was 22 when was cast for the role of Private Pike decades ago. He would end up spending 10 years in the role and

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National HIV Testing Week kicks off with free testing in Oxfordshire

National HIV Testing Week is launching in Oxfordshire with free, quick, and confidential HIV testing county-wide. The initiative, part of National HIV Testing Week, February 5 to 11, is spearheaded by the UK’s leading HIV and sexual health charity

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The price to dine at Oxfordshire's Michelin star restaurants

Staff at two Oxfordshire restaurants will find out this evening if they will retain their Michelin stars for 2024. The Michelin Guide will reveal the restaurant selection for 2024 during an hour-long ceremony from 6pm at Manchester's Midland Hotel

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Rapist jailed for stabbing man hours before filming sexual assault

A RAPIST jailed for assault of teenage girl has received a second jail sentence for the stabbing of a man which occurred hours before the sexual offence. Jacquani Phillips was jailed for eight and a half years in May 2022 after filming the rape

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Extremely rare Luftwaffe watch fetches thousands at auction

An extremely rare watch made for the Luftwaffe in the Second World War and taken as a souvenir by a hero prisoner of war (PoW) fetched thousands at an auction. The watch was bought by a private UK buyer for £3,936 at a sale at Hanson Holloway's

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Do you have to work on 29th February and will you get paid more for the month?

The last leap year was 2020 which makes 2024 our next 366-day-long year, with an extra day added to our calendar (February 29). This is now only a few weeks away, but some of you might be wondering about what that means in terms of work. A

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Talented teenager awarded place on Sussex academy

TALENTED Oxfordshire teenager Julian Laird has been awarded a place on Sussex Cricket Club’s academy for 2023/24. The 16-year-old left-hand batter and left-arm finger spin bowler will join fellow Oxfordshire player Dylan Driscoll on the Sussex

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Everything to know on Netflix film covering Prince Andrew-Emily Maitlis interview

A film covering the Emily Maitlis Newsnight interview of Prince Andrew from 2019 is set to release on Netflix quite soon. Gillian Anderson and Rufus Sewell star as Maitlis and Prince Andrew respectively and the film will dramatise how the interview

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Dr Michael Mosley shares insomnia advice and easy tips for the perfect sleep

Insomnia is believed to be a big problem in the UK which troubles around one in every three people. Not only can it limit what you're able to do during the day, it impacts your mood, and can lead to relationship problems with friends, family and

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Oxford United reveal details on safe standing at The Triangle

OXFORD United have revealed that a quarter of the proposed stadium at The Triangle will allow for safe standing. The U’s are looking to build a new home at The Triangle, south of Kidlington Roundabout, as the club’s licence agreement at the Kassam

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Asda to open new Oxfordshire store in multi-million pound investment

Asda is set to open a new store near Bicester as part of a multi-million pound investment across the country. The supermarket giant, previously owned by Walmart, is due to open 110 new stores across the UK this month including a site in Northampton

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More than 100 new Asda stores to open this month - see the full list

Asda is set to open 110 new stores in the UK this month as it aims to reach 1,000 shops across the country. The supermarket giant, previously owned by Walmart, will convert 109 Co-op and EG Group convenience sites to Asda Express stores as part

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Oxford United Women earn seventh consecutive league win

OXFORD United Women earned a seventh consecutive league win with a 4-1 victory at London Bees. Jenna Legg netted a brace, while Kate Wiseman and Zoe Barratt also got on the scoresheet. United started on the front foot, with Barratt sending

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Kate Garraway speaks on GMB for the first time since Derek Draper's death

Kate Garraway has spoken for the first time following the death of her husband Derek Draper. The former lobbyist and political adviser died on January 3 after suffering long-lasting symptoms from coronavirus. Mr Draper fell seriously ill with

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UK-wide manhunt for alkali attack suspect Abdul Ezedi has entered its fifth day

The manhunt for alkali attack suspect Abdul Ezedi has entered its fifth day after a mum and her kids were victims of a chemical attack in Clapham. Metropolitan Police officers have been searching for the 35-year-old since Wednesday after a 31-year-old

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Wagamama to open 10 new restaurants across the UK in the next year

Popular restaurant chain Wagamama has shared plans to open up to 10 new restaurants around the UK in a move which it said will create 500 jobs. The pan-Asian restaurant chain opened its first new site of the year in Bentley Bridge in Wolverhampton

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Royal Mint creates new 50p coin celebrating 200 years of the RNLI

The Royal Mint has launched a brand new 50p commemorative coin celebrating 200 years of the RNLI (Royal National Lifeboat Institution). All 238 RNLI Lifeboat stations in the UK and Ireland will be presented with their own commemorative 50p coin

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Man charged with seven shoplifting offences and assault

An Oxfordshire man has been charged with multiple shoplifting offences and assault in Banbury, Thames Valley Police has confirmed.  Stuart Gordon, aged 50, of Middle Barton Road in Duns Tew, was charged via a postal requisition on Thursday (February

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A34 crash causing disruption to rush hour traffic

10:12am We are now closing this live blog as this incident has cleared. Thank you for following our coverage.

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Rise in thefts committed by children last year

There was a rise in the number of thefts committed by children in Thames Valley last year, new figures show. The latest Youth Justice Statistics show 73 theft offences recorded by Thames Valley Police were committed by children aged 10 to 17 in

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Heavy delays due to crash

9:49am We are now closing this live blog as this incident has been cleared. Thank you for following our coverage.

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Days numbered for watersports destination as plan fight fails

The days of a watersports destination that sprung up during the Covid pandemic are numbered after hopes of getting permission to stay have failed. Caversham Lakes, a watersports destination located off Henley Road was set up in 2020 as a place

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Top 10 mistakes to avoid if you want to pass your driving test

Are you or someone you know about to take a driving test? There are lots of things to remember to do in a driving test and there are also things to avoid if you want to pass. If you’re unaware of the actions that could make you fail, you might

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Plans submitted to knock down secondary school and completely rebuild it

Plans have been submitted for an Oxfordshire secondary school to be knocked down and completely rebuilt as part of a government scheme. Gosford Hill in Kidlington is one of around 400 schools across the country that will be redeveloped after being

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Fun over the years at the Cogges manor museum

There can’t be many people who have not enjoyed the delights of Cogges Farm Museum at Witney. As it proudly boasts on its publicity page, it has “a beautiful Manor House, walled kitchen garden, orchard, adventure play, friendly animal residents

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Big Issue fraudster makes over £1,500 with copies sold up to £100

MORE than £1,500 was made fraudulently by a man pretending to be a Big Issue magazine seller in Oxford. Laurenitiu Paun, 34, admitted to selling issues of the street newspaper at an inflated amount despite not being an authorised seller. The

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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court

The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - ELIZABETH WISHART, 27, of Stanton Harcourt, Witney, pleaded guilty to one count of criminal damage in Eynsham on May 29 last year after damaging an Audi Q5 to the value of £810.97. She

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'Not all pavements are gritted': Pedestrians warned they could slip

Sushila Dhall of Oxford Pedestrians Association warns that not all pavements are gritted during the cold weather and wants more salt bins to be distributed. We believe that for walking and wheelchair use to be encouraged pavements need to be 3m