The Conservatives are the second largest party with 12 seats of out 48 on Cherwell District Council.

Edward Reeves, leader of the opposition, is asking residents to remember what they want from their council.

He said: “We have consistently heard that residents are frustrated by speculative development, yet the Liberal Democrats continue to push ahead while the local plan is sidelined; we want to change that.

“Across Cherwell, Conservatives are campaigning for infrastructure to come before new housing, making sure that roads, utilities, GP surgeries, dentists, and, crucially, existing communities, can cope with growth.

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“Residents are also fed up with rising taxes while services fail to improve, and that is why we are committed to protecting fortnightly bin collections, which are currently at risk from 2027.

“The Liberal Democrats have had half a decade leading Oxfordshire County Council and two years leading Cherwell District Council. Delivery was and is their responsibility, and they have fallen short.

“Conservatives across Cherwell are campaigning for: protecting fortnightly bin collections, infrastructure before new developments, freezing brown bin charges, increased street cleaning in Banbury town, free peak-time parking to support local businesses

 “Above all, Conservative candidates are committed to representing the people they serve, offering practical support and doing whatever they can to help, rather than simply saying, “I can’t help, you’ll need to speak to someone else.”

 “Conservatives will stand up for you.”

The body of Andrew, 62, who was reported missing from the Staverton area last weekend, is believed to have been found on Sunday, police say.

Police made the discovery in Old Gloucester Road, Staverton, the area in which he was last seen around 10pm last Saturday, April 25.

The family of Andrew, whose surname has not been disclosed, has been informed of the development and his death is not being treated as suspicious at this time, say police.

A file will be prepared for the coroner.

A police spokesperson for Gloucestershire police said: “Officers have thanked all of those who were involved in searches, including colleagues from the Severn Area Rescue Association, as well as everyone who shared the appeal to try and locate Andrew or called in with information or potential sightings.

“Our thoughts remain with the Andrew’s family at this time.

The RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team kicked off their 2026 display season with a launch event at their home base, RAF Brize Norton.

The team performed a live parachute display from a C17 Globemaster in front of an audience that included children from local schools, invited guests, and members of the station’s whole force.

Officer commanding RAF Falcons said: “Launch Day is always a special moment for the team, but jumping into our season here on home turf at RAF Brize Norton makes it even more meaningful.

“This display marks the culmination of months of preparation and training, and it’s fantastic to share that moment with our local community, colleagues, and supporters as we step into the 2026 season.”

The event was the first public opportunity to see the team in action ahead of a busy 2026 display season across the UK and overseas.

Based and trained at Brize Norton, the Falcons are known for their precision, teamwork, and professionalism in delivering high-impact parachute displays.

They also serve as ambassadors for the RAF, inspiring young people and engaging with communities at public events.

Throughout 2026, the team will appear at airshows, public engagements, and community events, both in the UK and overseas.

The team’s displays are the result of months of intensive preparation and training.

Fans and supporters can follow the RAF Falcons’ journey throughout the 2026 season on Facebook, Instagram, and X.