Oxford Hospital delivers ‘Super Surgery Day’ in record time

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April 25, 2026

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Organised by Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH), the event took place at Churchill Hospital and saw nine endocrine procedures completed in under eight hours.

The surgeries, carried out by a specialist team, included two thyroid day‑case procedures – the first in a decade.

Shad Khan, consultant surgeon and clinical lead for endocrine surgery at OUH, said: “We delivered more than double the number of surgeries that would normally take place in the same timeframe.

“The success of the day demonstrated what can be achieved through strong teamwork and our shared commitment to delivering the highest quality care for our patients.

“It is a testament to the dedication and outstanding efforts of our teams, as well as the meticulous planning that went into the layout and logistics of the day.”

The ‘Super Surgery Day’ model aims to make use of weekend theatre capacity, reduce waiting times, and offer patients quicker treatment.

OUH described the latest event as running smoothly throughout.

The multidisciplinary team included surgeons, anaesthetists, anaesthetic nurses, a scrub team, and a consultant, supported by health support workers and administrative staff.

All patients received telephone consultations with their surgeon and anaesthetist during the week prior to surgery.

Lisa Glynn, director of clinical services at OUH, said: “We are committed to providing high‑quality care and reducing waiting times at OUH.

“The success of this ‘Super Surgery Day’ and the roll out of thyroid day case pathway, represents an impressive and important achievement.”

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Oxfordshire wildlife sites are set to benefit from funding

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April 25, 2026

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South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils have pledged increased financial support for the Oxfordshire Local Wildlife Sites (LWS) Project.

The project is a long-standing scheme designed to conserve habitats of ‘significant value’ for wildlife by providing landowners with specialist advice on environmental management.

Mike Giles, South Oxfordshire District Council cabinet member for climate action and nature recovery, said: “Supporting Local Wildlife Sites forms a key part of the district’s most comprehensive nature plan seen in living memory.

“Being able to work with like-minded authorities across Oxfordshire means we can ensure that wildlife continues to be protected and indeed celebrated.”

The project is a partnership of the Berks Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust, the Thames Valley Environmental Records Centre, and Oxfordshire councils.

Under their latest budgets, both councils have pledged £10,000 per year to support the scheme’s running costs.

Dr Robert Clegg, cabinet member for environmental services, climate action, and nature recovery at Vale of White Horse District Council, said: “With many of our natural habitats under pressure, it’s heartening to see such a variety of beloved British wildlife thriving at these sites.

“While it’s not yet clear if kingfishers and otters will appear on our banknotes, their presence in our districts is more secure thanks to our strengthened partnership with the project.”

Notable sites include Waterstock Mill near Wheatley, which supports otters and curlews, and the Letcombe Cressbeds near Wantage, home to rare chalk stream species.

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Two immigration overstaying learners arrested near Oxford

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April 25, 2026

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Thames Valley Police’s rural crime taskforce stopped a Vauxhall car near Oxford for driving badly while out patrolling in the early hours of Saturday, April 25.

Checks showed the male driver was uninsured and driving under a provision licence. He was reported for the offences.

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The passenger, who was the keeper of the vehicle, had let his friend drive so he come have some beers, according to the police. He too only had a provisional licence.

The pair were arrested and taken to custody after further checks showed they were immigration overstayers.

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BGT 2026: Who are the 8 acts on tonight’s first semi-final?

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April 25, 2026

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The long-running ITV talent show returned for a 19th series in February (February 21), once again welcoming a wide array of performers.

Judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, and KSI have all returned for another season of BGT, along with hosts Ant and Dec.

This year’s auditions once again unearthed some of the UK’s top talent, with a host of acts selected to continue through to the semi-finals.

Nine acts achieved golden buzzers in 2026:

Paul Nunnari – para-athlete
Rafferty Coope – magician
Antigravity – light-up dance/movement act
Hawkstone Farmers Choir – singers
Ted Hill – comedian
Matty Juniosa – singer
Braunstone Community Primary School – dancing/comedy
World Wings – dancers
Mr Cherry – strongman

Who are the 8 acts performing on Britain’s Got Talent tonight?

With the pre-recorded auditions complete, it is now time for the live semi-finals, the first of which airs on ITV1 and ITVX tonight (Saturday, April 25).

The eight acts performing in tonight’s first live BGT semi-final are: