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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 50m

Over 800 threatened and near-threatened species could benefit from the large-scale habitat improvements identified in the strategy.

Read more www.cherwell.gov.uk/LNRSexec
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flowers at Slade nature reserve in Bloxham

Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 52m

Yesterday, the council's executive committee approved the Oxfordshire Local Nature Recovery Strategy, which lays out a plan to reconnect natural habitats and create a more resilient and joined-up ecological network.
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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 52m

🦔 Hedgehogs, otters, and curlews could all become more frequent sights in north Oxfordshire as work progresses on ambitious nature recovery plans. #Biodiversity #Nature
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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 1h

Our executive committee has committed £0.9m accelerate infrastructure and housing delivery in the district and to support high-quality placemaking and regeneration.

www.cherwell.gov.uk/...

Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 1d

International E-Waste Day is on 14 October and with our kerbside small electrical recycling you can do your part by simply placing your old chargers, plugs and cables in a carrier bag and placing them on top of your bin on your collection day.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 1d

Did you know #ewaste is the fastest growing waste stream in the UK, and the world? And the copper inside cables could be recycled into anything from phones, to clean energy and even lifesaving hospital equipment?

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 1d

Are you someone who has a 'just in case' draw full of mystery leads and phone chargers? If you're looking to have a clear out and gain some more space join us in taking part in the Great Cable Challenge for #internationewasteday!

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 5d

To get help improving their energy efficiency rating, businesses in north Oxfordshire can access match funding grants of up to £10,000 under the Green Fund for SMEs.

To find out more and apply, visit www.energysolutionso...
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Get match funding with our Green Fund - Energy Solutions Oxfordshire

Get match funding up to £10,000 on your energy efficiency or renewable energy project with our new Green Fund.

www.energysolutionsoxfordshire.org

Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 5d

Attention commercial landlords and business owners!

As of April 2023, all non-domestic rented properties in England must meet a minimum energy efficiency standard of EPC band E (or have a valid exemption).

If your property is band F or G, you face risks, including fines up to £150,000!
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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

A joint statement from Oxfordshire's Council leaders on Manchester terrorist incident. www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article...

Statement on Manchester terrorist incident | Cherwell District Council

Statement on Manchester terrorist incident - Joint statement from Oxfordshire's Council leaders on Manchester terrorist incident

www.cherwell.gov.uk

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

Supported by Castle Quay and Tooley’s Boatyard, this is your chance to leave your mark on Banbury, so let’s paint the town!

Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

You can find him outside the former H&M unit, between Tooley's Boatyard and the bridge by The Mill Arts Centre.

Your contribution will become part of a temporary outdoor exhibition, celebrating community, creativity, and our canal side heritage.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

Local artist Mani will be leading a collaborative painting project throughout the two days and wants you to help create a large-scale artwork inspired by traditional canal motifs.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

Make your mark at the Banbury Canal Festival!

This weekend come along to the popular festival and take part in the unique Art-in-Action sessions along Banbury’s beautiful canal side.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

The lives remembered here reflect a far greater story: one of courage, loyalty, and service that strengthened Britain and earned a lasting place in its history.

#BlackHistoryMonth
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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

Their service, our history.

For generations, Black men and women have stood at Britain’s frontlines - on land, at sea, and in the air - serving with skill, discipline, and pride.

#BlackHistoryMonth
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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 7d

If you haven’t joined the pod squad yet it’s quick and easy, just visit www.cherwell.gov.uk/...
#WorldCoffeeDay #Podback #CherwellRecycles #SustainableSips #CoffeeWithAConscience

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 7d

It's #WorldCoffeeDay and if you love coffee and the planet we have the perfect initiative for you!
Since May 2023, we have been collecting used coffee pods through Podback and you have brewed up something amazing and recycled over 60 tonnes of pods.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 7d

Chair of the Council, Cllr Dorothy Walker, is raising money for Oxfordshire Homeless Movement.

Alongside fellow Cllrs Lesley McLean and Chris Brant, she'll be joining the CEO Sleepout Oxford on 9th October.

Find out more by visiting ceosleepout.enthuse.com/pf/dorothy-w...

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 8d

We will also have local service providers there to chat through any health, wellbeing and lifestyle questions you have and we'll have free blood pressure checks.

We'd love to see you there so please pop along. If you know anyone who may be interested share this info with them!

Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 8d

To celebrate International Older People's Day, we're holding a free event at Exeter Hall in Kidlington this Thursday (2nd October).

Join us from 9am to 1pm for a number of sessions including junk journalling, exercise class and ballroom dancing.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 9d

We’re contacting all affected voters to invite them to renew their postal vote as soon as possible.

If we don’t have an email address and you haven’t reapplied for a postal vote by 27 October, you will receive a letter after 6 November.

For further info visit

Renew your postal vote | Postal Vote Renewal | Cherwell District Council

postal vote renewal

www.cherwell.gov.uk

Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 9d

✉️ If you applied for a postal vote before 31 January 2024, please look out for an important email from us from tomorrow morning.

The email will come from elections@cherwell-d...

Changes brought in by the Elections Act 2022 mean that postal votes are now only valid for three years.

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Cherwell District Council @cherwellcouncil.bsky.social · 13d

As a result of engagement with key voices in the community, this PlayZone will have a specific focus on encouraging women and girls to take part in sport.

It’s on track to be opening to the public midway through October.

Read more www.cherwell.gov.uk/...

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