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The official account for Vale of White Horse District Council. This account is currently not being actively monitored. Please head to whitehorsedc.gov.uk/contact-us to get in touch.
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As #NationalTreeWeek ends so the tree planting season begins. If you have room in your garden or green space at work, could you plant a tree (or two)? The Oxfordshire-based International Tree Foundation has a great guide to planting trees (and caring for them). https://orlo.uk/SyKCR

Small residential garden with trees and bushes
November 30, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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Happy St Andrew’s Day! Wishing everyone in the Vale a wonderful day!
November 30, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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The Oxfordshire Community Resilience Small Grants programme supports community groups to organise local events and activities associated with climate adaptation efforts and interventions. The deadline for grant applications is Friday, 19 December.
To find out more see https://orlo.uk/6uC7E
flooded road
November 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Community Action Group, Sustainable Harwell planted 100 metres of whips (very young trees) to establish a new hedgerow in the village.
The Tree Council: Hedgerows alongside roads can reduce air pollution exposure by up to 63 per cent, helping people breathe cleaner, healthier air.
#NationalTreeWeek
Pic of a tree in a hedge with the words Trees in hedges are trees too and National tree week logo
November 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Oxfordshire’s new Local Nature Recovery Strategy brings communities together to restore biodiversity, build climate resilience, and inspire collective action for nature’s comeback across the county. To see the new biodiversity map and to find out how you can take part, see https://orlo.uk/34AJb
Pic of an otter with an iris with the wording - learn how to enhance biodiversity with the LNRS launch climateactionoxfordshire.org.uk
November 28, 2025 at 11:31 AM
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Reduce your energy bills with the Warm Homes: Local Grant from Oxfordshire County Council. This initiative offers free home energy improvements from insulation to solar panels. Funding is limited, and demand is high, so apply now and get up to £30,000 of
improvements at https://orlo.uk/MGbDE
Pic of a woman and young buy by a radiator with a quote - Our solar panels have halved our electricity bill, so thrilled to have received the grant, Liz, Abingdon
November 28, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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The last stop on our Equalities Roadshow is tomorrow (Saturday 29 November), when we head to Didcot.

Our team will be at Cornerstone Arts Centre from midday to 4pm.

More details about our Equality and Diversity Strategy and this project can be found on our website https://orlo.uk/raRcY

#Equality
Cornerstone Arts Centre in the sunshine. The text says Our Equalities Roadshow is heading to Cornerstone Arts Centre on Saturday 29 November!
November 28, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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#Tree fact from the Carbon Trust:
A 2m real Christmas tree disposed through a recycling scheme has a carbon footprint of around 3.5kg of CO2.
A 2m fake Christmas tree made from plastic has a carbon footprint of around 40kg of CO2. Unlike a real tree it cannot be recycled.
#NationalTreeWeek

Christmas trees in pots for sale. A real Christmas tree growing in a suburban garden, among other plants.
November 26, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Why pay full price when you can find it second-hand? Online sales sites and charity shops are packed with bulky bargains just waiting to be found.
What’s the best deal you’ve ever scored? Share your find (or a photo) in the comments to help inspire others,
The back of a red and black, ergonomic gaming chair on wheels, positioned in front of a computer desk with a racing wheel and a vibrant, abstract background on the monitor. A rectangular price tag is tied to the chair, reading: "£60 from Dan on marketplace". A black office chair with a mesh back is prominent in the foreground (colour photo), next to a white desk (black and white photo) with a laptop. Two rectangular price tags are attached: one to the chair reads "free from Dave", and one to the desk reads "£50 from marketplace". A vintage-style, white refrigerator with gold-coloured handles, standing next to a white tiled wall and a wooden countertop with a sink. A round price tag is tied to the fridge, reading: "£130 from gumtree". A modern, light-wood wardrobe with sliding doors and interior shelving and drawers. A rectangular price tag is tied to the centre door, reading: "free from Steve".
November 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Wrapping paper with glitter or foil can’t be recycled. Please try to choose simple paper wrapping that tears easily which can be recycled afterwards. Thank you!
A man in a green shirt is holding two large rolls of wrapping paper: one brown labelled "Recyclable" and one shiny grey labelled "Non-Recyclable." The border is red with fir branches and berries, and the text reads "WISHING YOU A Merry Wasteless."
November 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Letting sexism slide puts women and girls at risk. Sexist jokes, catcalling, staring and comments might seem harmless, but they are serious because they can lead to violence and abuse. This White Ribbon Day, more men are being urged to use their voices and speak up.
#WeSpeakUp #WhiteRibbonDay
A poster featuring two young men standing facing each other intensely in what appears to be a gym, with weight machines visible in the blurred background. The text above them in large white font says: "Mate, that's not ok" and in smaller font: "Don't let it slide, it could be a crime". The bottom of the image has a purple bar with white text that reads: "If you notice inappropriate behaviour or sexual harassment, $\underline{speak\ up.}$" A purple infographic poster with white text outlining four ways to intervene in inappropriate behavior or sexual harassment. The top text reads: "If you notice inappropriate behaviour or sexual harassment, $\underline{call\ it\ out.}$" and "Don't let it slide, it could be a crime". Below this are four points, each with a corresponding white icon:Be Direct - if it's safe to do so, speak up, tell the perpetrator their behaviour isn't ok. (Icon: A silhouette of a person's head with sound waves coming from their mouth).Distract - interrupt, start a conversation, or create a diversion to help the person out of the situation. (Icon: A silhouette of a person's head with swirling lines around it).Get Help - from other friends, the police, security guards, bar staff etc. (Icon: A silhouette of two people huddled together).Record - sometimes documenting is all you can do. Make a record of what happened. (Icon: A hand holding a smartphone).
November 25, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Emergency beds for rough sleepers will be available from tonight due to the very cold weather conditions.

If you see someone sleeping rough please, or you are homeless and in an emergency situation you can call us on 01235 422420 or go to Streetlink’s website https://orlo.uk/IlqQJ

picture of a therometer showing a low temperature
November 19, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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If you pay someone to remove rubbish from your property and it’s then fly-tipped, you could be fined or prosecuted.
Don't risk it, make sure you stay legal by following the S.C.R.A.P code - find out more at https://orlo.uk/AWjup
November 19, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Good airflow is one of the easiest ways to stop damp and mould in your home.

Watch our video to learn simple ways to improve airflow and keep your home dry and mould-free this winter.

Visit our website for more information:
https://orlo.uk/KwLgt

#WinterInTheVale
November 17, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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If you vote by post, you now need to reapply every three years if you wish to continue to cast your ballot this way. If you’re not sure when you applied for your postal vote, don’t worry, our elections team will write to you if/when your application is up for renewal.
Electoral Commission graphic with text 'Reapply for your postal vote by 31 January 2026. If you live in England, applied before 31 October 2023, and want to continue voting by post.' The graphic includes the Electoral Commission logo and the UK government's 'GOV.UK' icon."
November 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Available to download from the usual app stores, Safe Places shows the locations of all the registered venues which offer somewhere to go if anyone is feeling anxious, frightened or in need of support.  
For more information, visit - https://orlo.uk/quJQb
November 17, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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Hot showers create a lot of steam and that steam can cause damp and mould if your bathroom isn’t well ventilated.

But with a few small changes, you can stop that moisture from turning into mould.

Visit our website for more information
https://orlo.uk/dHKu4

#WinterInTheVale
November 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Five councils in Oxfordshire and West Berkshire have all formally supported a proposal for two new, innovative, and locally accountable unitary authorities, aimed at addressing current inefficiencies, enhancing services, and saving millions.

More info: https://orlo.uk/oa614

#2UA #LGR
November 14, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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At Cabinet today (14 November) Councillors at Vale of White Horse District Council will discuss and make the formal decision on the submission of the Two Unitary Authority proposal.

Find out more about the proposal at https://orlo.uk/i5pX4
View details of the meeting here: https://orlo.uk/pE3Ir
"Under Discussion" stamped over a policy proposal paper reading "Two Councils. One better future. The two unitary Local Government Reorganisation proposal for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire". At the bottom of the paper is a diagram showing the map of the two unitary council proposal.
November 14, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Cooking can add a lot of moisture to the air especially when boiling or frying.

Good ventilation and keeping a lid on boiling saucepans can help prevent moisture building up which can turn into mould.

Visit our website for more information
https://orlo.uk/u4D7L

#WinterInTheVale
November 13, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Most of Oxfordshire is under a "yellow" warning tomorrow (Friday 14 November). However, if you're travelling to the North and West of the county, such as Burford, Banbury, Chipping Norton and Bicester they are under an amber warning.

More details on the Met Office website https://orlo.uk/JuG6I
A colourful umbrella with lots of rain coming down on it.
November 13, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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We're in Henley today for our Equalities Roadshow.

You'll find us in the Market Place until 3pm so if you're there please come and say hello.

The next stop is Wallingford on Friday 21 November.

https://orlo.uk/gkO8y

The Equalities roadshow team in Henley
November 13, 2025 at 10:03 AM
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Drying clothes indoors causes a lot of moisture, which could lead to damp and mould in your home.

But with a few small changes, you can stop that moisture from turning into mould.

Visit our website for more information
https://orlo.uk/gjRNb

#WinterInTheVale
November 12, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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What are your top tips for reducing damp and mould in colder weather?

Watch our video to learn simple ways to improve airflow and keep your home dry this winter.

Visit our website for more information
https://orlo.uk/viZ38

#WinterInTheVale
November 11, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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From tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB) to rescuing victims of exploitation, the South and Vale Community Safety Partnership is making a real difference.
To find out more, take a look at our report summary press release https://orlo.uk/u8BlM
An illustrative graphic titled "WORKING TOGETHER FOR SAFER COMMUNITIES" that promotes community safety and partnership. The graphic is divided into four main sections against a dark blue background, with a large central text block reading: "Partnership's action reduces anti-social behaviour and makes our communities safer". A uniformed police officer is shown next to a yellow shield icon featuring a white checkmark, symbolizing protection and authority. A scene showing two young people: a boy standing on a skateboard talking to a girl who is sitting down, representing engagement with youth and community presence. A bright sun icon is in the corner. Two simple white line icons: one of a house with a location pin inside it, and one of a person, symbolizing community and residents. An image of an older woman in a yellow jacket warmly holding the arm of a younger man in a blue shirt, illustrating positive intergenerational engagement and support.
November 11, 2025 at 12:08 PM