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Imperial beats Oxford University in global university rankings
Imperial College London has been placed higher than the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge in global rankings. The QS Quacquarelli Symonds World University Rankings have seen Imperial rise from sixth to second place, ending years of Oxbridge
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F1 champion visits gin distillery in Oxfordshire
A Bicester-based gin distillery has welcomed a very special guest, the Former Formula 1 Champion, Nigel Mansell. The British motor racing legend, famed for his fast and fiercely competitive racing style, popped into the Sky Wave Distilling Company
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Sun comes out for new riverside food festival
The sun shone on foodies visiting a new food festival in Abingdon. Abingdon Events Partnership organised the event on Sunday, inviting local food producers to set up stalls on the site at Rye Farm Meadow. The weather stayed dry for the event
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Home with 750ft railway track, five wagons and station in the garden goes on sale
A home built by a rail enthusiast with its own track, locomotives and station in the garden could be just the ticket for one lucky buyer. Five-bedroom Foxcombe House, near Wantage, which was built by current owners Graham and Wendy Miles in 1999
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Over 40,000 Oxfordshire households forced to re-mortgage last year
New research conducted by the House of Commons Library, commissioned by the Liberal Democrats, has revealed that 41,955 households in Oxfordshire were forced to re-mortgage last year. The research also revealed that households in Oxfordshire who
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Market town venue crowned best pub in county
A market town venue will be saying cheers after the venue has been crowned the best pub in Oxfordshire. The Cross Keys in Wallingford has received the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) gong for best pub ahead of the White Horse in Banbury, the Royal
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Town prepares to commemorate 80 years since D-Day landings
Witney is set to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day by paying tribute to the fallen from the town and around the world. The commemorations will commence at 9am on Thursday (June 6) when Witney’s Town Crier will proclaim the nation's official
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'A powerful display': Outdoor show raises awareness of county lines
An outdoor theatre and dance show highlighting how children are exploited by drug dealers was performed in Bicester over the weekend and was well received by the community. Performance CODE was brought to Bicester by The Mill Arts Centre, backed
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Where to see The Red Arrows en route to D-Day flypasts
The Red Arrows will be flying over Oxfordshire tomorrow morning on their way to a fly past over the National D-Day 80 Commemoration Event at Southsea Common scheduled for 12:30. The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, is one of the
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Stuart Findlay heads out on season-long loan
STUART Findlay has rejoined Kilmarnock on loan for the duration of the 2024/25 campaign. The 28-year-old centre back spent last season on loan at Kilmarnock, helping the side to fourth place in the Scottish Premiership and a spot in next season
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Here's why emergency services were called to bridge incident
A bridge over the Thames has reopened after a police incident. Thames Valley Police were called to Wallingford Bridge at around midday today (June 4) following concerns for the welfare of an individual. The road over the historic bridge, which
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Car seized after tax expired around five months ago
A car has been seized in a village after its car tax expired around five months ago. Officers stopped a Ford Fiesta near Wheatley today (Tuesday, July 4) and found that the vehicle excise licence had expired. The car was seized by the officers
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Aunt Sally results: Andy Beal in outstanding form for Gladiators
ANDY Beal was in outstanding form as he smashed off 16 dolls (5-5-6) for The Gladiators in their 3-0 home win over The New Club, however the game was a lot closer than the scoreline suggests. The Gladiators set the opening leg with an imposing
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Thousands to be spent ramping up CCTV described as 'capable guardian'
An authority has set aside thousands of pounds to ramp up and upgrade CCTV in West Oxfordshire towns to discourage criminals. West Oxfordshire District Council is recommended to give the green light for the £255,635 enhancement towards high definition
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Police probe into stolen bike from city centre
Police have released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to after a bicycle was stolen from Oxford city centre. Officers are keen to speak to the man who is pictured with his hood up after a locked pedal bike was stolen from Iffley Road
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Luxury hotel had ‘cross-contamination risk’ and stored food on floor
An Oxfordshire luxury hotel was found to be risking cross-contamination and storing food on the floor. Its director has spoken out after the spot was given a terrible food hygiene rating. The Chesterton Hotel located just outside Bicester is
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Council extends electric cargo-bike partnership until end of August
Oxford City Council have announced that an electric-cargo bike initiative has been extended for a further three months, meaning businesses across Oxford can continue to take advantage of free, zero-emission deliveries within the city. In March
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What a catch! Angler hauls in record-breaking carp
There has been a new record catch at an Oxfordshire lake after a skilled angler caught a massive carp. Andrew Phipps caught the the carp from the Hardwick Smiths lake at the Linear Fisheries near Witney. The fish has been dubbed "the Hardwick
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Can you help Harley find a new home after two years in rescue?
A four-legged friend is looking for a new family after spending more than two years in rescue since when he was a puppy. The dog called Harley first came into care to the National Animal Welfare Trust (NAWT) at six-months-old after an extremely
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Nigel Farage return added 'rocket boosters' to my campaign, says Reform candidate
A Reform candidate said the return of Nigel Farage added 'rocket boosters' to his campaign. Yesterday Mr Farage announced he will stand in Clacton in the general election and is taking over from Richard Tice as the Reform Party's leader. Richard
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Calls for new strategic transport group amid Botley Road project
MP candidate Layla Moran has called for the creation of a Strategic Coordination Group of all the agencies involved in Oxfordshire’s transport network. The Liberal Democrat, who is looking to retain the Oxford West and Abingdon in the upcoming
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Politicians insist festival in LTN road shows divisive scheme 'works'
Politicians have insisted a "brilliant" food festival which took place in an LTN (low traffic neighbourhood) area is a sign the controversial transport scheme works. The inaugural Magdalen Road food festival took place on Saturday (June 1) in Oxford
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Road partly closed by police after crash on busy city route
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Spires grab thrilling win against Lions in memorable Premiership meeting
OXFORD Spires grabbed a thrilling 46-44 victory against Leicester Lions in a memorable Premiership meeting at Sandy Lane. All but one meeting featuring the Spires at Oxford Stadium so far this season has been a last heat decider and it happened
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Road closures announced in city ahead of Parade event
Bus services in Oxford will be rerouted this weekend for the annual Pride parade through the city. Stagecoach Oxfordshire confirmed diversions will be in place on June 8 from 10am to noon with New Road, Queen Street, Castle Street and Norfolk Street
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Huge interest in UK beach after Oxford's Florence Pugh goes viral
Oxford-born actress Florence Pugh has gone viral after taking part in a social media interview for the promotion of a new epic science fiction film. Ms Pugh, 28, was being filmed alongside Zendaya ahead of the release of the Dune: Part Two film
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Five-a-side tournament raises thousands for U’s legend foundation
MORE than £6,500 was raised at a five-a-side tournament in aid of a foundation named in honour of Oxford United legend Joey Beauchamp. The Joey Beauchamp Foundation was launched on February 19, two years after his death. Beauchamp died aged 50,
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Oxfordshire town bridge shuts down due to police incident
An Oxfordshire town bridge has been shut down after a police incident around noon. A member of the public advised that the bridge in Wallingford bridge had been closed, with motorists and pedestrians blocked from passing over. READ MORE:
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Delays after obstruction blocks traffic on Oxfordshire road
3:13pm The road has cleared so we will now close the live blog. We hope everyone reached their destination safely
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Meet the man who ditched banking to pursue pizza passion
A man who gave up banking for making pizza is enjoying selling slices to Oxford from a shipping container. Sanal Ramachandran is the general manager at the city branch of Pizza 1889 which is in Templars Square. The business was founded by husband
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Bar named after airman who died in D-Day landings
Abingdon Royal British Legion has named its bar after one of the first casualties of the D-Day landings - a 20-year-old airman from the town named Raymond 'Bunny' Charles Belcher. The move is one of a series of events organised by the Spring Road
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Resignation of Green politician as snap election incoming
The resignation of a city politician means a by-election is on the cards with fellow Green colleagues saying they'll miss the "powerful advocate". Former councillor Alistair Morris, who represented the Marston ward, has stood-down from his role
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Oxfordshire man highlights importance of early cancer diagnoses
A man from Didcot has spoken out about the importance of an early diagnosis of prostrate cancer which comes as a charity says invasive tests for prostate cancer are no longer needed. Tim Scane, 66, from Didcot, was diagnosed early with prostate
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M40 services speaks about ‘significant’ cockroach infestation for first time
An Oxford service station has spoken out for the first time since a cockroach infestation was discovered onsite. The M40 Welcome Break services on Thame Road near Wheatley were inspected by South Oxfordshire District Council Environmental Health
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Jury due to retire in trial of man accused of throwing boy from 100ft cliff
A JURY is due to retire soon in the trial of Anthony Stocks - a man accused of 'throwing' a young boy from a 100ft cliff. Stocks, of Iceni Close, Goring, is on trial at Oxford Crown Court accused of attempting to murder a 10-year-old boy after
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Oxford vet wants to see an end to private jet airports after activist blockade
An Oxford vet has taken part of a blockade at the nation's largest private jet airport with climate activists blocking three main gates. Dr Jessica Upton, 54, is a veterinary surgeon and foster carer from Oxford, and said private airports were
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Oxfordshire busiest and most congested route revealed
A new report has ranked different roads in Oxfordshire based on the amount of time people are delayed during their journeys.. The A4158 has been identified as Oxfordshire’s most congested road with an average waiting time of more than two minutes
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Girl from Oxfordshire tested out a ‘world-first’ prosthetic arm
An Oxfordshire schoolgirl is among the first to test out a "world-first" prosthetic arm to help her hold and swing a golf club. A group of primary-aged children with congenital limb differences were invited to test out a “world-first” prosthetic
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Japanese royals to visit Oxford as part of state visit
Japanese royals Emperor Naruhito and his wife Empress Masako are set to come to Oxford as part of their upcoming state visit. The Japanese state visit to the UK hosted by the King is to go ahead in a “slightly adapted” form despite the General
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Can I be fined for dropping a cigarette? This is what the law says
Smokers have been warned they could face fines of up to £2,500 if they are caught dropping their cigarette butts. If you drop smoking related litter, you could be hit with a fixed penalty notice from your local council. And it could get worse
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U’s announce plans for second pre-season friendly
OXFORD United have announced their second pre-season friendly as they build up to life in the second tier of English football. The U’s revealed last week that they would take on neighbours Oxford City on July 19, and they will back that up with
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Leicester manager’s exit unearths quirky U’s record
THE departure of manager Enzo Maresca from Leicester City to Chelsea has unearthed a quirky record involving Oxford United. Maresca’s exit means it will be the first time since 1985 that a second tier champion will have a new manager on the opening
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HMRC confirms exact date delayed Child Benefit payments will be received
HMRC has confirmed when delayed Child Benefit payments will be made after 500,000 claimants were left without expected payments on Monday. The issues are a result of a problem with the system that sends the cash directly into claimants’ bank accounts
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Mum issues warning as daughter left with Giant Hogweed-like burns from celery
A distraught mum has issued a warning to parents after her daughter’s celery stick lunch left her face covered in burns. Tyler Field was left horrified when her seven-month-old daughter Imelda Sykes broke out in a red rash on her face and hands
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Popular drink sold at Morrisons and more recalled due to exploding cans
A popular IPA has been recalled from shelves on a precautionary basis due to reports of cans exploding. Brew York is recalling its Juice Forsyth IPA, which is sold at stores including Morrisons, following the reports that cans have exploded as
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Amanda Abbington dubs Giovanni Pernice 'nasty' over 'abusive behaviour'
English actress Amanda Abbington has called Giovanni Pernice "nasty" over his alleged "abusive behaviour" on Strictly Come Dancing. This comes after the BBC launched an internal investigation after receiving complaints about the professional from
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Warning issued to people buying mobile phones over 'often-missed' small print
Those looking to buy a new mobile phone should 'tread carefully', according to a top phone expert. Dan Melia, from Mobile Phones Direct, has urged people to study the 'hidden' small print when they start looking for the best deal on their next
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'Abfab' the pterosaur - the Jurassic period flying reptile found in Oxfordshire
The fossil of a gigantic flying reptile from the Jurassic period has been found in Oxfordshire - and it is one of the largest ever discovered from the era. With a wingspan of more than three metres, the pterosaur bones found have been topographically
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Major A-road set for works: Five Oxford closures over next fortnight
Drivers in and around Oxford will have five National Highways road closures to watch out for this week. Motorists will be able to take some solace in the fact that all of them are only expected to cause slight delays, of less than 10 minutes.
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Police crackdown on e-scooters and weapons
Young people have been seen riding pit bikes on a byway, sparking a busy week for Wantage police as they search for the culprits. Wantage neighbourhood policing team (NHPT) has also seized an e-scooter after complaints regarding the use of the
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Witney teen to take on 261km run across southern England
A Witney teenager is set to run the width of Southern England for charity. Archie Rendell, a 19-year old meteorology student at the University of Reading, will set off on his 261km journey on June 13. The challenge, starting from the Bristol
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Victim of domestic abuse urges others to speak out after ex is sentenced
A VICTIM of domestic violence hopes to encourage other victims to come forward after her former partner of 20 years assaulted her. Sara Driffield was injured by her ex-partner Robert Turner, 52, on June 22, 2022, after he shoved her into the corner
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Biotech company becomes latest arrival at technology park
A biotech company has become the latest arrival at a technology park near Didcot NeoVac has relocated to a new lab and office space at Milton Park as it looks to scale and seize future growth opportunities. The company is aiming to revolutionise
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Passengers ‘packed like cattle’ as elderly forced to stand in aisles on Oxford train
Elderly passengers were forced to stand in the aisles of a packed train travelling from Oxford. The incident occurred on Great Western Railway’s (GWR) 9.32am Oxford to London Paddington service on Thursday, May 30. After reaching the seating
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Two students 'raped' by stranger, jury hears
A ‘STRANGER rape’ trial has started at Oxford Crown Court after a man has been accused of raping two university students on nights out. Nigel Hunt is on trial charged with four counts of rape, alleged to have taken place on October 30, 2021, and
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Pet charity thanks its volunteers and calls for more support
A pet charity in Burford is thanking its team of volunteers who care for homeless pets until permanent owners are found. Blue Cross is thanking its volunteers as part of Volunteers’ Week, which is running from June 3-9. Its unsung heroes care
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Stuart Findlay: How has he fared at Kilmarnock, and what might the future hold?
WHILE the majority of Oxford United fans will be keeping an eye out for potential signings this summer, one player set to return to the club is Stuart Findlay. The 28-year-old centre back spent the season on loan at Kilmarnock, helping the side
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How did we rate United’s attacking players during historic promotion season?
MORE than 30 players pulled on the Oxford United jersey during the 2023/24 season, each playing their own role in the club’s historic promotion. United beat Bolton Wanderers 2-0 in the Sky Bet League One play-off final, ensuring a return to the
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'Patients and doctors deserve better': GP waiting times slammed
Incumbent MP Layla Moran has slammed the "shocking" GP waiting times in Oxfordshire following new research by the Liberal Democrats. More than 150,000 patients across Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and West Berkshire waited more than two weeks to
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Cockroach infestation at Oxford services shuts down three eateries
A cockroach infestation at an Oxford service station has closed down three businesses. The M40 Welcome Break services on Thame Road were visited by South Oxfordshire Environmental Health Officers on Monday, May 20. This was prompted after they
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How have previous play-off winners fared after promotion?
OXFORD United will head into the second tier of English football knowing the survival record for previous play-off winners is pretty healthy. Since the play-offs were first introduced at the end of the 1986/87 season, only six winning teams have
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Teen girl takes her own life after boyfriend 'cheats with best friend'
A TEENAGE girl took her own life after finding out her boyfriend was allegedly cheating on her, an inquest has heard. Aimee Trinder, 19, was found unresponsive in her bedroom on December 7 last year. Police and paramedics rushed to the address
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Man caught with hundreds of child porn images
A SENTENCING date has been set for an Oxford man who was caught with extreme pornography. Michael Webb, of Sermon Close, Headington, appeared at Oxford Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (May 30) charged with five pornography counts. READ MORE:
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Man, 26, accused of grooming girls online and having sex with a girl, 15
A TRIAL has started for a young man accused of having sex with an underage girl and sending sexual messages to two others. Matthew White is on trial at Oxford Crown Court charged with six counts of child sexual offences dating back to 2019.
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Paralympic champion to support Henley community
A paralympic champion rower is set to support the Henley community after being announced as a national ambassador for Girlguiding. Ellen Buttrick will join the third Henley on Thames Brownies, supporting the community with litter picking and gardening
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Man fined for possession of 'illegal' shotgun
A SHOTGUN owner has been fined after possessing a firearm without a proper certificate. Steven Dilley, of Colville Close, Bampton, was caught with a Moderns Arms double-barrelled .410” shotgun without a firearm certificate in force on August 13
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Hospital radio station celebrates dedication of volunteers
A hospital radio station in Banbury has been celebrating the dedication of its volunteers. Radio Horton awarded its Beeby Awards, created in memory of one of the station's former volunteers, Colin Beeby, to Veronica Bromhead and Billy McIlroy.
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Ashmolean Museum creates its own dry gin
The Ashmolean Museum is selling its own gin ahead of World Gin Day on June 8. The museum, in collaboration with Fielden ‘Whisky of England’, has crafted Ashmolean dry gin, distilled from ancient heritage grains grown by organic farming partners
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Supporters of Oxford graduate demand his release from Iranian jail
More than 80 supporters have gathered to raise awareness of the plight of a former Oxford student who they say has been jailed unlawfully in Iran. Johan Floderus, read Politics, Philosophy and Economics at Harris Manchester College at Oxford before
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New mural completed in Oxfordshire town
The mural in Banbury is completed and was launched at the weekend with a new networking hub, Power Cup. The grand opening held on Saturday, June 1 celebrated the new mural and launched the networking hub, which is a 'first in the UK'. The
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Scales of Justice: The latest cases from Oxford Magistrates' Court
The latest court cases in Oxford Magistrates' Court: - GEMMA YOUNG, 42, of Queen’s Crescent, Shrivenham, pleaded guilty to drink driving in Wantage on February 24 this year with 97 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath. She was