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Speedwatch in Hailey

Volunteers in Hailey have borrowed speedwatch equipment from Thames Valley Police to monitor the speed of cars passing through the village.

Attached is an article published in the Oxford Mail with comments from Cllr Andy Smith.

12 November 2018 in Community Comments (0)

Consultation on Hailey Neighbourhood Plan Submission

      Hailey Neighbourhood Plan

West Oxfordshire District Council is now consulting on the Neighbourhood Plan for Hailey – submitted by Hailey Parish Council.

The Plan and further evidence and documentation can be found on the Neighbourhood Planning page on this website.

To have your say:

Write to:
West Oxfordshire District Council
Elmfield, New Yatt Road
Witney OX28 1PB

Or email:
community.development@westoxon.gov.uk

The deadline for comments is 5pm on Thursday 20 December 2018.

Please send any comments to WODC not Hailey Parish Council.

8 November 2018 in Community Comments (0)

Please be considerate this Hallowe’en

As Hallowe’en and Bonfire season begins, we typically see large crowds gathering to celebrate. On Hallowe’en night, please consider the vulnerable, particularly the elderly, who may feel anxious and intimidated by strangers knocking at their door. The misuse of fireworks and uninvited trick or treaters can be intimidating and are considered anti-social behaviour by some.
We are asking people to be aware of those who are not celebrating in the same way and respect those who feel anxious or intimidated by strangers knocking on their doors. We have posters that residents can display as a clear indication of whether they would like trick or treaters to visit.”
If you are looking to take part in the Hallowe’en celebrations then you can print off the
 To deter unwanted trick or treaters on October 31, this year is to print off the
If you see someone displaying a no trick or treat poster, please do not call at those homes as people do not wish to be disturbed. Just be careful who you scare on Hallowe’en.
31 October 2018 in Community Comments (0)

Witney Rugby Club Fireworks Display

Witney Rugby Club

Annual Fireworks Display

 Sunday 4th November

Gates open from 5 pm

Bonfire and fireworks start at 7 pm

If you have pets/ animals please take the necessary steps to ensure their welfare

As customary its a free display but the Rugby Club does ask for a donation on exit so they can cover their costs to hold it again next year.

15 October 2018 in Community Comments (0)

Thames Valley Police Open Day

Thames Valley Police Open Day will be taking place on Saturday 18 August, celebrating 50 years since the formation of the force.

The event will be taking place at TVP’s Training Centre in Sulhamstead, Berkshire (post code RG7 4DX).

 From 10am – 4pm (last entry 3.30pm), stalls will be promoting the very best of what TVP has to offer and showcasing the work that the force has carried out for the past 50 years.

 Some of the highlights include:

  • Arena displays, including the public order team combined with the mounted section
  • Children’s fancy dress competition – come dressed in a police themed costume to be in with the chance of winning a fabulous prize
  • Pat and chat with the mounted section – A chance to meet officers and their horses
  • See the force helicopter and meet the pilots
  • Learn about different departments
  • Visit the police museum

 This year there will be two entrances for visitors at South Drive and White Lodge.

 Due to this, it is important that you follow the signs to the event. The roads will be busy and narrow country lanes can make it difficult to turn around if you go the wrong way.

 Car parking is available on a first come, first served basis. Assistance dogs are permitted, other visitors with dogs will be turned away and dogs must not be left in vehicles.

 On entry to the event bag searches will be taking place.

 This is a free event.

Click here for details

19 July 2018 in Community, Lifestyle Comments (0)

New service launches to support victims of crime in the Thames Valley

Victims First

A new service, Victims First has been launched across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, providing free emotional and therapeutic support to all victims and witnesses of crime, as well as family members of victims if they require it.

The service, managed by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner allows for one front door for all victims in the Thames Valley who require support and is available regardless of the crime, whether it has been reported to the police or not and when or where it took place

Victims First can provide support to any victim of crime including domestic abuse, sexual violence, stalking, harassment, cyber-crime, fraud, theft, burglary and exploitation.

Victims will have access to a range of services depending on their needs, including:

  • Telephone support
  • Face to face support
  • Advocacy, including, help to access other services such as sexual health clinics, drug and alcohol services and legal services
  • Support through the criminal justice system
  • Therapeutic counselling

For more information, visit the Victims First website at www.victims-first.org.uk

You can contact Victims First by calling 0300 1234 148 or make an online referral through the Victims First website.

There is also lots of information about crime, crime prevention and support on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/victimsfirstTV/ 

11 July 2018 in Lifestyle Comments (0)