BBC News Oxford

BBC News Oxford

Villagers vote on independence over asylum plans
Villagers vote on independence over asylum plans

One voter in the symbolic referendum in Piddington, Oxfordshire, calls it the "Battle of Britain". [...]

Second person dies after three-vehicle crash
Second person dies after three-vehicle crash

A woman dies in hospital following a three-vehicle crash in Bicester last week. [...]

Why is a village holding a referendum on leaving the UK?
Why is a village holding a referendum on leaving the UK?

Residents of Piddington, near Bicester, will vote in a symbolic referendum on Tuesday. [...]

Business leaders urge PM to fast-track reservoir plan
Business leaders urge PM to fast-track reservoir plan

The group says the proposed Abingdon reservoir should be considered a critical national priority. [...]

Future model for water sector debated by MPs
Future model for water sector debated by MPs

A debate prompted by a petition started by campaigner Ash Smith hears proposals for the water industry's future. [...]

Region left 'short-changed' over state visit costs
Region left 'short-changed' over state visit costs

Matthew Barber says TVP has incurred costs for state visits, like Donald Trump's last September. [...]

How a new microscope can help cure bowel disease
How a new microscope can help cure bowel disease

The microscope will allow researchers to study much thicker samples in far greater detail. [...]

Therapy dog among Make a Difference Awards nominees
Therapy dog among Make a Difference Awards nominees

Stanley the therapy dog is among those up for a gong at BBC Radio Oxford's annual awards. [...]

Man charged over death of elderly woman
Man charged over death of elderly woman

A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of Jill Gant in Abingdon. [...]

'Chaos' as roadworks traffic cuts through hamlet
'Chaos' as roadworks traffic cuts through hamlet

SGN says it is aware some motorists, including HGVs, are not following the official diversion route. [...]