Politics

John Prescott died at the age of 86 after a battle with Alzheimer's

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Former Labour Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott dies aged 86

Renters protections have been demanded following new eviction figures

Renters protections have been demanded following new eviction figures

Renter protections demanded as Oxford landlords submit fewer eviction claims

Freddie van Mierlo, MP for Henley and Thame

Freddie van Mierlo, MP for Henley and Thame

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Oxfordshire MP tells government to reverse cuts on farmers tax relief

Thousands of farmers gathered in London to protest the tax

Thousands of farmers gathered in London to protest the tax

Oxfordshire farmers protest ‘tractor-tax’ at home and at London rally

Jeremy Clarkson arrives at the farmers' protest in London

Jeremy Clarkson arrives at the farmers' protest in London

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Jeremy Clarkson arrives at farmers protest as thousands descend on London

Olly Glover, Lib Dem MP for Didcot and Wantage

Olly Glover, Lib Dem MP for Didcot and Wantage

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Oxfordshire MP pushes government to crack down on rural crime

Michael Heseltine speaking at the Oxford Union in the past.

Michael Heseltine speaking at the Oxford Union in the past.

University of Oxford

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Michael Heseltine WALKS OUT out of Oxford Union as students ‘hijack’ debate

Layla Moran on Botley Road in April 2023

Layla Moran on Botley Road in April 2023

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Oxford train station delays 'not good enough', government minister says

A stock image of a farm alongside an image of Olly Glover MP

A stock image of a farm alongside an image of Olly Glover MP

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Oxfordshire farmers fear losing livelihoods over inheritance tax hike

Keir Starmer has sent a message to Donald Trump who has declared victory in this presidential election

Keir Starmer has sent a message to Donald Trump who has declared victory in this presidential election

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Keir Starmer 'looking forward to working with' Donald Trump after 'historic' win

The final US election result may not be known for days

The final US election result may not be known for days

US election 2024

How to watch US election results tonight in the UK - BBC, ITV, Sky News and more

The winner of the Conservative Party Leader has been confirmed as Kemi Badenoch seeing Robert Jenrick lose polls.

The winner of the Conservative Party Leader has been confirmed as Kemi Badenoch seeing Robert Jenrick lose polls.

Kemi Badenoch to become new Conservative Party leader as Rishi Sunak steps down

Peter Mandelson has spent the past few weeks in Oxford.

Peter Mandelson has spent the past few weeks in Oxford.

University of Oxford

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Peter Mandelson gives Oxford University insight amid chancellor battle

Cllr Eddie Reeves with Cherwell District Council colleagues Cllrs Kieron Mallon, David Rogers and Ian Harwood and Oxfordshire County Council candidates, Oliver Perera and Adam Nell, delivering the open letter

Cllr Eddie Reeves with Cherwell District Council colleagues Cllrs Kieron Mallon, David Rogers and Ian Harwood and Oxfordshire County Council candidates, Oliver Perera and Adam Nell, delivering the open letter

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Conservatives deliver Winter Fuel Payments petition to Oxfordshire MP ahead of Budget

Stamp Duty changes for second homes will come into force tomorrow, following Rachel Reeves' announcement in the autumn budget.

Stamp Duty changes for second homes will come into force tomorrow, following Rachel Reeves' announcement in the autumn budget.

Stamp duty changes as second home rate increased and relief scheme to end

Businesses have expressed concerns about the National Minimum Wage and employer National Insurance contribution increases

Businesses have expressed concerns about the National Minimum Wage and employer National Insurance contribution increases

Businesses considering lay-offs in response to National Minimum Wage hike

The National Minimum Wage is set to increase to £12.21 an hour under new proposals in the autumn budget

The National Minimum Wage is set to increase to £12.21 an hour under new proposals in the autumn budget

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National Minimum Wage set to increase by 6.7 per cent in autumn budget

Employers’ national insurance contributions will rise to 15%

Employers’ national insurance contributions will rise to 15%

Employer National Insurance contribution to rise to 15 per cent

In the first Labour Budget since 2010 – and the first ever delivered by a woman – Ms Reeves promised to “invest, invest, invest”

In the first Labour Budget since 2010 – and the first ever delivered by a woman – Ms Reeves promised to “invest, invest, invest”

Budget highlights from pensions and fuel duty to inheritance and price of a pint

Inheritance Tax is a tax paid on the estate (property, money and possessions) of someone who has passed away.

Inheritance Tax is a tax paid on the estate (property, money and possessions) of someone who has passed away.

Chancellor reveals Inheritance Tax changes in Budget - how will you be affected?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves said she will crack down on fraud in the UK’s welfare system, as part of reforms to ensure welfare spending is “more sustainable”

Chancellor Rachel Reeves said she will crack down on fraud in the UK’s welfare system, as part of reforms to ensure welfare spending is “more sustainable”

DWP to get direct access to bank accounts under new powers, Chancellor reveals

Fuel Duty was cut by 5p by then-Chancellor Rishi Sunak in 2023

Fuel Duty was cut by 5p by then-Chancellor Rishi Sunak in 2023

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Fuel Duty won't rise next year

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get Winter Fuel Payments from the DWP

From this winter only those on Pension Credit or means-tested benefits will get Winter Fuel Payments from the DWP

Government urged to 'think again' over Winter Fuel Payment cuts ahead of Budget

Changes are expected to National Insurance, Universal Credit, National Minimum Wage, Carers' Allowance, Child Benefit and Free Childcare Hours among others

Changes are expected to National Insurance, Universal Credit, National Minimum Wage, Carers' Allowance, Child Benefit and Free Childcare Hours among others

Budget 2024: What to expect from 'painful' budget

Capital gains tax is one of the areas expected to change in this week's autumn budget announcement

Capital gains tax is one of the areas expected to change in this week's autumn budget announcement

What is capital gains tax, and who has to pay it?

Households could be hundreds of pounds better off after changes announced to Universal Credit rules in the autumn budget

Households could be hundreds of pounds better off after changes announced to Universal Credit rules in the autumn budget

Universal Credit claimants could get £420 boost in autumn budget

Yvette Cooper and, inset, Campsfield House

Yvette Cooper and, inset, Campsfield House

Local government

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Government letter to city council defends plans to reopen Campsfield

Rachel Reeves said her Budget next Wednesday will invest in the “foundations of future growth”.

Rachel Reeves said her Budget next Wednesday will invest in the “foundations of future growth”.

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Chancellor promises economic 'reset' in next week's Budget

A file image of a crash scene

A file image of a crash scene

Plans unveiled to reduce road deaths after spate of tragedies

Councillor Mike Giles (Liberal Democrats, Sonning Common) a representative on South Oxfordshire District Council, with the River Thames running through Reading in the background.

Councillor Mike Giles (Liberal Democrats, Sonning Common) a representative on South Oxfordshire District Council, with the River Thames running through Reading in the background.

Councillors trade barbs over third Thames bridge crossing

Liam Walker with David Cameron.

Liam Walker with David Cameron.

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David Cameron spotted speaking to public in Oxfordshire

The River Thames. John Ennis, lead councillor for climate strategy and transport addressed a petition calling for a third Thames crossing to be blocked.

The River Thames. John Ennis, lead councillor for climate strategy and transport addressed a petition calling for a third Thames crossing to be blocked.

Six councils join forces in attempt to block third bridge over the River Thames

The university has responded after the list was published.

The university has responded after the list was published.

University of Oxford

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Oxford University responds on Imran Khan omission amid backlash

Imran Khan was not in the list.

Imran Khan was not in the list.

University of Oxford

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Oxford University disqualifies Imran Khan from chancellor contest

The Archbishop of Canterbury has warned of a “slippery slope” ahead of an assisted dying bill being officially introduced to Parliament.

The Archbishop of Canterbury has warned of a “slippery slope” ahead of an assisted dying bill being officially introduced to Parliament.

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What is the Assisted Dying bill as it is introduced in the House of Commons

Lord Cameron of Chipping Norton

Lord Cameron of Chipping Norton

Lord Cameron spurred by death of son to take role at rare genetic diseases body

Honcques Laus is coming to Oxford University.

Honcques Laus is coming to Oxford University.

University of Oxford

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Exiled Hong Kong activist wins a place at Oxford University

Rachel Reeves has warned of “tough decisions” in the upcoming Budget but insisted austerity had been a “destructive choice” which would not be repeated

Rachel Reeves has warned of “tough decisions” in the upcoming Budget but insisted austerity had been a “destructive choice” which would not be repeated

Personal Finance

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'No change' to Winter Fuel Payment cut plans as Chancellor warns of 'tough decisions'

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Sir Ed Davey says Oxfordshire MPs will hold Labour to account

MPs voted againt a motion to block the cutting of the Winter Fuel Payment to most pensioners

MPs voted againt a motion to block the cutting of the Winter Fuel Payment to most pensioners

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Did my MP vote to cut the Winter Fuel Payment for pensioners?

The Prime Minister, who has faced criticism for the DWP Winter Fuel Payment policy, said he recognised that it was a “really tough decision”

The Prime Minister, who has faced criticism for the DWP Winter Fuel Payment policy, said he recognised that it was a “really tough decision”

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Keir Starmer update on plans to cut £300 Winter Fuel Payment for millions

The Electoral Commission believes around 750,000 votes could have been lost at the 2024 General Election because of voter ID limitations

The Electoral Commission believes around 750,000 votes could have been lost at the 2024 General Election because of voter ID limitations

Voter ID expansion urged after 750k votes possibly lost at 2024 general election

Thames Water has told customers to be prepared for a bill increase of more than 50% over the next five years.

Thames Water has told customers to be prepared for a bill increase of more than 50% over the next five years.

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Thames Water plan to hike bills met with disgust in communities hit by sewage spills

Oxfordshire councillors spoke out about Campsfield House.

Oxfordshire councillors spoke out about Campsfield House.

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OPINION: Campsfield House is not a ‘Nimby’ issue

Badger protester speaks out in an OBG promotional video.

Badger protester speaks out in an OBG promotional video.

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'Unethical' university accused of facilitating animal shootings

Oxfordshire politicians shared their thoughts on Campsfield House.

Oxfordshire politicians shared their thoughts on Campsfield House.

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Local Labour 'disappointed' at own party over immigration centre re-opening

Protesters in Oxford earlier this month in Magdalen Road

Protesters in Oxford earlier this month in Magdalen Road

National government

OPINION: How Oxford protest achieved a significant milestone

Third protest this week to take place in city centre

Third protest this week to take place in city centre

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Live updates as third protest this week to take place in city centre

Hundreds turn out to third anti-racism protest in six days

Hundreds turn out to third anti-racism protest in six days

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Hundreds turn out to third anti-racism protest in six days

Anneliese Dodds in Jordan.

Anneliese Dodds in Jordan.

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Oxford MP's Gaza aid visit branded 'a year too late'

Hundreds attended the protest in Oxford.

Hundreds attended the protest in Oxford.

Pictures: Full gallery as crowds stand up to racism in Oxford

Protesters on Wednesday evening in Oxford

Protesters on Wednesday evening in Oxford

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Date and location revealed for next major Oxford protest

Hundreds attended the Oxford protest.

Hundreds attended the Oxford protest.

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More than 600 attend Oxford protest amid refugee and mosque threat fears

LIVE: Protestors flock to Oxford for major protest

LIVE: Protestors flock to Oxford for major protest

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Crowds flock to Oxford for major protest