The Drum and Bass On The Bike event on Sunday, April 12 is expected to attract hundreds of people to pedal to the pounding beats through the city centre.

Organised by Dom Whiting, the DJ is known for hosting Drum And Bass On The Bike raves around the country including in Bristol, Bournemouth, Southampton and more recently Adelaide in Australia.

Cyclists should meet for 2pm at the Clarendon Building in the city centre’s Broad Street this Sunday.

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Drum and Bass on the Bike rave in Oxford, April 13, 2025. Picture by Tim Hughes

Anna Railton, city council cabinet member for a zero carbon Oxford, said the historic Oxford streets coupled with drum and bass by bike “is a great contrast”.

Ms Railton, who hopes to be there, said: “I came along the last time he came to town and it was great fun.

“It’s certainly the biggest critical mass bike ride I know about in Oxford but I think it’s more about the music and everyone having a bit of fun – both those cycling along and everyone else who gets to witness it go past.”

The Met Office forecast for this Sunday as of Friday afternoon is cloudy with breaks of sunshine, although there are chances of rain in the afternoon.

Mr Whiting said ahead of his visit: “DJ decks are replaced so I hope you are ready for a 2026 Oxford bike rave re-visit.

“As always, anyone and any mode of transport are welcome and you can of course bring your own speaker by simply hooking up to our online livestream wherever you are in the crowd.

“See you on Sunday.”

Starting his On The Bike raves during the Covid lockdowns, Mr Whiting has gone on to amass more than 800,000 social media followers as a result of his fun events.

Thames Valley Police officers in Oxfordshire were ‘alerted’ to a van travelling on the A34 displaying false registration plates this afternoon, Friday, April 10.

Police said that following a ‘tactical pursuit and containment’ the vehicle was brought to a stop.

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Checks then revealed the van was uninsured and was showing multiple fault warning lights, making it dangerous to drive.

A spokesperson for the force said: “The vehicle has been seized and prohibited from further use until the defects are repaired. The driver will be reported for the relevant offences.”

It comes after a police operation on the M40 in Oxfordshire discovered 32 vehicles committing road safety offences on the same day, ranging from not wearing a seat belt to drug driving.

Jawaid Malik, from Oxford, has supported people through the Oxfordshire Shared Lives scheme for more than 20 years.

Since 2005, Mr Malik and his wife Rahat have cared for people in their own home, including one who is now nearing 40 years old.

Their work has been described as ‘unwavering’ and guided by kindness and grace.

Mr Malik, a magistrate and long-serving community volunteer, said: “It is humbling and a real honour to be appointed High Sheriff of Oxfordshire, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to serve local residents.

“Supporting people and giving back to the community has always been at the heart of what my family and I do, and I’m proud to be able to continue that service in this role.”

The couple began their Shared Lives journey in 2004 after responding to a local newspaper advert seeking carers for a young person who needed a long-term home.

Their wider family has played an active part in their caring, including their daughter, Sana, who has also become a Shared Lives carer.

Councillor Tim Bearder, Oxfordshire County Council’s cabinet member for adult social care, said: “Jawaid’s appointment as High Sheriff is richly deserved.

“His long-standing commitment to supporting people through Shared Lives, alongside his wider public service, perfectly reflects the values of compassion, community and leadership that this role represents.”

The High Sheriff is a ceremonial officer representing the King for matters of law and order within the county.

Although largely symbolic, the role supports the judiciary, police, and community organisations, and includes attending civic events and promoting voluntary and charitable work.

Each appointment lasts for one year, from April to April.

Rahat worked as a teaching assistant before retiring earlier this year.

She has said she hopes to continue helping others in new ways.

The people the family care for attend a local Community Support Service.

Staff have praised the couple for treating those they support ‘as if they are their own family’.

Oxfordshire County Council continues to encourage new carers to join the Shared Lives scheme.

The council said: “Jawaid’s appointment as High Sheriff recognises not only his formal public service, but also the quieter, long‑term commitment shown through opening his home and family life to others – reflecting the values at the heart of the Shared Lives scheme.”