I recently joined @anneliesedoddsmp.bsky.social in visiting Donnington Bridge.
We need urgent certainty from the County Council about the future of the bridge and restoration of the No.46.
Show your support by signing our petition ✍️
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Fantastic to join Friends of Iffley Village last night for a public meeting on the new Side Road Entry Treatment at Upper Iffley Turn.
I’m glad that changes are planned to the junction with more expected following a Road Safety Audit. I will keep pushing for adjustments.
We are still yet to get an answer from Oxfordshire County Council on whether the necessary funding available to reinforce or reinforce or replace Donnington Bridge. Similarly, we have no news on restoring the No 46.
Help the call for answers ✍️
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I regularly receive complaints about speeding on residential roads across my electoral division. Speeding is also a regular issue raised on the doorstep.
Help remind drivers to slow down by getting your FREE 20 IS PLENTY stickers at: www.20splenty.org/oxon_wbs
The junction of Oswestry Road and Abingdon Road is set to be closed from 30 March - 1 April for essential pipe maintenance. This is a 24 hour road closure.
For further information contact: Go Traffic Management on 01787 237509 or email: dawn.roche@networkplus.co.uk.
A positive afternoon out in Iffley talking with residents. Potholes and cycleways high on the agenda.
I was glad to be able to say that the Labour Government is providing £167 million to help fix our roads.
Looking forward to seeing residents at Thursday’s public meeting!
Great to join Siobhan and Labour colleagues out talking with residents in Grandpont this morning.
A bit chilly 🥶 but lots of good chats about local issues and Labour’s proud record both in Hinksey Park and on the City Council 🌹
Earlier this week I spoke to BBC Radio Oxford about the urgent need for certainty on the future of Donnington Bridge and restoration of the No 46 bus across it.
We need answers. Residents cannot afford years of further disruption.
Residents cannot wait another two years for restoration of a bus service across Donnington Bridge.
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The County Council is responsible for maintaining Oxfordshire’s bridges as the Highways Authority. That is why I am asking them for clarity about funding.
The County has a lot of discretion about its capital programme and seems to be happy to spend lots on cost overruns its big road projects.
Good to meet this afternoon with concerned residents regarding pedestrian safety on the Thames Towpath.
The limited proposed signage by the County Council does not go far enough. We need to be looking at path widths, tactile surfaces and clearer sight lines to improve safety.
The County Council has said that Donnington Bridge needs to be reinforced or replaced.
I’m calling on the County Council to commit to doing everything necessary to keep the bridge open, including restoring the No 46 bus.
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Fantastic to join colleagues out talking to residents in St Ebbe’s this morning.
Lots of positive conversations about the work we’re doing to clean up the estate, including tackling litter, flytipping and antisocial behaviour.
County Council engineers have confirmed that Donnington Bridge needs reinforcing or replacing.
I had written to Cllr Andrew Gant asking for urgent reassurances that the County will do whatever is needed and fund a full timetable bus service across it - we can’t wait any longer.
South Oxford's fantastic exhibition on the 42 men from Grandpont, Cold Harbour and New Hinksey who died in service during WW2 will be running from 12 - 30 March at Westgate Library.
It is well worth a look! 👀
Great to be out talking with resident across the division this weekend about Labour’s positive vision for Oxford.
🏡 Building more affordable and Council homes
⚖️ Championing the Oxford living wage
🛝 Investing in local services
That’s the Labour difference🌹
Road Safety on Wytham Street 🚧🚴🚶
It was fantastic to see the cycle markings have been repainted, reminding drivers that this is a busy active travel route, including for children going to/from school.
I am still pressing for the junction give way markings to be repainted.
Our local TVP Safer Neighbourhood Team will be offering free bike markings near the grassy area at Manzil Way on Saturday14th February at 1pm.
PCSOs and PCs will also be there if you would like to raise any issues.
Great to see these free mental health courses being run by Oxfordshire MIND 👇️
Fantastic to see the sweeping changes unveiled by the Labour Government to strengthen our democracy:
🗳️ Votes at 16
❌️ Tougher sentences for electoral intimidation
💰️ Banning foreign donations funnelled through UK companies
🥸 Cracking down on foreign election interference
www.gov.uk/government/n...
Flooding on Cavell Road💧🚧
Thames Water have identified a potential leak to the clean water network in the area causing localised groundwater flooding. They are attending today to try and locate the leak.
If you are experiencing low water pressure please call 0800 009 3932.
Fantastic news for the Abingdon Road!
Kelpie Coffee are set to open their brick and mortar cafe in April! ☕️
www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/2583492...
Fantastic to see plans to improve road safety on Morrell Avenue as part of Labour’s £6 million Active Neighbourhoods scheme.
Plans include new speed bumps and raised crossings.
Looking forward to reading residents’ feedback following the consultation.
www.oxfordlabour.org.uk/big-changes-...
Lots of positive conversations on doorsteps this morning in Cold Harbour 🚪🌹
Great to hear that drug dealing had reduced. The team will be taking up issues around ASB, flytipping and potholes.
You can report issues in our community on Fix My Street: www.fixmystreet.com
Today is your last opportunity to show your opposition to the County Council’s proposed fire cuts 🔥🚒
Plans are opposed by firefighters and should be withdrawn.
Proposals would put Oxford at increased risk of fires with the closure of Rewley Road.
www.fbu.org.uk/campaigns/cu...
👷♂️ Relining works on Warwick and Parker St 🛣️
ODS will be undertaking a deep clean of Warwick and Parker Streets on 4th February (subject to weather). They will also be replacing the lines and markings. A letter drop will be undertaken prior to the work commencing.
Massive changes for leaseholders announced today by Government! These reforms will make a big difference.
🏬 Ground rents capped at £250 a year
❌ New leasehold flats being banned
✅ The right to switch to commonhold
🧾 More transparent service charges
mhclgmedia.blog.gov.uk/2026/01/27/o...
Fantastic to join Siobhan, Naomi and the Hinksey Park team out the doorstep again today.
Lots of warm conversations about making South Oxford an even better place to live, ranging from supporting small businesses to affordable housing and road safety.
#labourdoorstep
Great to see draft plans for new walking and cycling improvements in East Oxford.
£6 million of improvements are scheduled after Labour secured vital capital funding.
Watch this space. Plans are set to go to consultation this Spring.
www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/transport-an...
Dodged the rain to join the team out talking to residents in New Hinksey.
Lots of great conversations on issues ranging from flooding to road safety.
One of the best parts of being a Councillor is working with local people to make our area the best it can be.
#labourdoorstep🌹
