News published December 2021
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Garden waste bookings open for early birds
Residents can now sign up for the council’s new garden waste service and secure a ten per cent discount.
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Warning over dubious dog dealers
Well-intentioned pet lovers are being warned of the risk of being deceived by dubious dog rescue agencies.
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Tree planting underway at Burnehyll Community Woodland
A thousand trees have been planted at a large community woodland near Bicester as part of efforts to capture carbon and promote biodiversity.
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Alternatives to eviction as landlords sell up
With an increasing number of landlords selling their properties, an appeal is going out to prevent tenants being put at risk of homelessness.
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Additional testing facilities in Bicester and Banbury as COVID cases continue to rise
Adults in Cherwell will be able to get a PCR test at additional facilities in Bicester and Banbury in response to steeply rising cases.
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Incentives for higher quality homes
Landlords who need to improve the standard of their properties can apply for up to £15,000 as part of a drive to improve the quality and availability of affordable housing.
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New accommodation announced to prevent rough sleeping
Vulnerable single people will be at less risk of sleeping on the streets, thanks to a new deal struck by the council.
