Crime & Safety
Aureus School students attend MOVE IT at London Excel Centre
A group of 44 Year 9 and 10 students from Aureus School in Didcot travelled to London’s Excel Centre to attend MOVE IT, a major annual dance convention packed with performances, workshops, and industry insights.
Amy King, head of performing arts at Aureus School, said: “MOVE IT is known for its electric atmosphere, and students felt the excitement the moment they stepped inside the venue.
“Surrounded by colourful stalls, industry professionals, and world-class performers, the Aureus dancers were able to see the breadth of opportunities within the dance world.”
Students took part in high-level masterclasses and observed performances from national dance schools, as well as West End productions including Matilda and Sweeney Todd.
Miss King said: “Some students in Years 9 and 10 took part in high-level workshops, dancing alongside older and more experienced performers.
“Despite the challenge, they rose to the occasion – a moment of pride for their teachers and a confidence boost for the students themselves.”
MOVE IT also showcased training paths and career routes in the dance and performing arts industries, with colleges and professional companies on hand to advise students.
The day offered valuable exposure to professional environments, helping students develop their skills and explore options for future study or employment.
Miss King described the trip as a ‘confidence boost’ and praised the group’s maturity and enthusiasm throughout.
Aureus School is part of the GLF Schools multi-academy trust.
Crime & Safety
Stagecoach-run coach service to reinstate popular stop
The Oxford Tube will stop at White City once again on all journeys following feedback from passengers of the regular service from Monday, May 4
The decision follows a review of customer feedback after the stop was previously withdrawn, with many customers highlighting its importance for convenient access into London.
The reintroduced stop will operate as a request stop, meaning customers wishing to alight should ring the bell as the coach approaches.
Passengers will see updated journey information reflected on the Oxford Tube website and app ahead of the change.
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Chris Hanson, managing director Oxford Tube and Stagecoach West, said: “At Oxford Tube, our customers are at the heart of every decision we make.
“We’ve listened carefully to the feedback we’ve received regarding White City, and it was clear how important this stop is to many of our customers.
“We’re pleased to be reinstating it and continuing to adapt our service to better meet the needs of those who travel with us every day.
“We have improved connectivity throughout London and beyond with our new connection for the Elizabeth Line and this extra stop only adds even better connections to places that people want to get to.
“Thank you to everyone who took the time to share their views, and we apologise for any inconvenience caused while the stop was out of service.”
Crime & Safety
Lorry overturns on Oxfordshire A43 roundabout with driver trapped
The lorry overturned at the Baynard’s Green roundabout at the junction of the A43 and B4100 on Saturday at 5.15pm.
Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service confirmed the driver suffered minor injuries and had to be released from the lorry.
The road was closed while the incident was dealt with, but has since reopened.
A photo from the scene shows the lorry on its side with multiple emergency services in attendance.
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A statement issued by Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service on Saturday evening said: “At 5.15pm today crews from Bicester Fire Station, Banbury Fire Station and Kidlington Fire Station were called to a lorry that had gone onto its side at Baynard’s Green roundabout at the junction of the A43 and B4100.
“The driver suffering from minor injuries was unable to leave the vehicle and was released by the fire service after a handover from South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust who were in attendance when we arrived.
“There was a road closure in place which has now been reopened whilst Thames Valley Police dealt with the rest of the incident supported by a local recovery firm to move the vehicle.
“This incident was a fantastic example of our blue light partners working together to achieve a successful outcome.”
Crime & Safety
Oxfordshire residents urged to check ahead of road closures
Across Oxfordshire, residents and drivers are being urged to check ahead for full details.
Garsington:
Temporary speed restrictions are being introduced on the B480 Lower Road and on Chiselhampton Hill as work gets underway to upgrade the electricity network.
From April 22, the stretch of the B480 from 190 metres south of Kings Copse Park to near the entrance to South Oxford Business Centre – approximately 1,900 metres in length – will be subject to a reduced 30mph limit, down from 50mph.
These works are expected to last three weeks.
Meanwhile, Chiselhampton Hill will see a similar reduction in speed, also from 50mph to 30mph, from April 29.
This will affect the stretch of the B480 passing Marylands Farm—between 110 metres north of the entrance to Hill Copse and 80 metres south of the entrance to Lower Farm, covering approximately 300 metres.
This temporary speed restriction will be in place 24 hours a day.
Both measures have been implemented to ensure safety during the excavation works.
Wytham:
The public footpath FP No.419/1/20, carried by Wytham Mill Bridge, will be closed from May 1 to allow for strengthening and repair works to the footbridge.
While the closure is expected to remain in place through August, an alternative route will be signed locally to the south of the affected section to ensure continued access for pedestrians.
Milton:
Sewer pipe repairs on Sutton Road will require a 24-hour closure of the section east of High Street and Milton Road from April 20.
Works are scheduled to continue until May 18.
A diversion route will be set up via Sutton Road, Milton Road, Harwell Road, Sutton Courtenay Road, Park Drive, and High Street.
Access for emergency services will be maintained, as will access for cyclists and pedestrians.
Abingdon:
Essential communications works by Openreach will see Winsmore Lane closed to vehicular traffic between 8am and 6pm from April 6 to April 14.
The closure will apply to the section between 10 Ock Street and 16 Neave Mews.
Pedestrian and cyclist access will be maintained, with exemptions for emergency services and residents requiring access.
West Oxfordshire:
A raft of traffic measures is due to be introduced in Asthall Parish, including a new 20mph limit in Fordwells replacing sections currently designated as national speed limit (60mph).
The affected roads are:
- The unnamed road through Fordwells, between the southern boundary of Sunny Cottage and a point 375m north of its junction with the unnamed road to Leafield.
- The unnamed road to Leafield, covering a 25m stretch northeast from its junction.
- The unnamed road to Swinbrook, extending 135m southwest from its junction.
Additionally, the existing 20mph speed limit zone on the unnamed road through Asthall Leigh will be extended by approximately 435 metres north.
This will replace a section of the 60mph limit, leaving only a 300m stretch of national speed limit between Asthall Leigh and Fordwells.
Objections and comments on the proposals can be submitted in writing by May 1.
Swinbrook:
As part of fibre broadband ducting works, a closure will be in place on the road leading south from Swinbrook to the A40 between April 20 and May 8.
The closure applies to all traffic, with exemptions for emergency services, works vehicles, and residents whose properties are only accessible from that section.
A diversion route will be signposted locally for affected vehicles.
The full public notices, including the official documents for each Order, are available from the Traffic Regulations Team, Environment and Place, County Hall, Oxford, OX1 1ND.
Members of the public are advised to check the status and specific dates for each proposed change online and plan their journeys accordingly.
To keep up to date with all the latest public notices, please visit: https://publicnoticeportal.uk/
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