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Oxford Community Information Weekly Newsletter 9-2-25 This weekly newsletter was started during the pandemic to inform about crime, scams and general interest for the community.
Collated and edited by volunteer Maggie Lewis, Area Representative and Administrator for Oxford Neighbourhood Watch Committee Member Thames Valley Neighbourhood Watch Association Cyberhood Watch Ambassador (National Neighbourhood Watch) SCAMbassador for Oxford (National Trading Standards)
You can join or apply to set up a Neighbourhood Watch scheme at https://www.ourwatch.org.uk/joinNW
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CONTENTS
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH NETWORK 1) Our News 2) Romance Fraud 3) Safe Street NATIONAL POLICE CHIEF'S COUNCIL 1) Funding confirmed for National Centre for VAWG and Public Protection POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER 1) Crime prevention funding 2) Antisocial Behaviour 3) This Week THAMES VALLEY POLICE 1) Local crime figures TVP SOUTH OXON AND VALE OF WHITE HORSE 1) Image appeal TVP OXFORD 1) Headington (London Road/Headley Way junction) 2) Missing girl update 3) Marston Road NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICING TEAMS 1) Oxford North East SCAM AWARENESS 1) Paypal 2) Age UK 3) Is the email genuine or not? 4) Tinder 5) Older and vulnerable people 6) Weight loss injection scam 7) Valentine's Day 8) Just Eat 9) Transferring money CRIME PREVENTION 1) Locksmiths 2) Unwanted calls and visits 3) Two-factor authentication CRIME INFORMATION 1) Drug dealing 2) Action Fraud 3) Victims Code 4) What is cuckooing? 5) The Police Anti-Corruption and Abuse Reporting Service 6) Sexual assault 7) Better protection for victims from domestic abusers OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL 1) Blue badge misuse 2) Digital cafes 3) Trading Standards 4) Grants for Community Events 5) Traffic Filters OXFORD CITY COUNCIL 1) Consultations 2) Disabled Facilities Grant 3) Bleed Kits 4) SWEP GENERAL INFORMATION 1) Care Quality Commission 2) Age UK Oxfordshire 3) escooters 4) Lost mobile phones 5) Product Recalls 6) Food Recalls 7) Bus service updates 8) Network Rail 9) NHS Winter Health Hub 10) Healthwatch 11) Network Rail 12) Dates for the Diary
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH NETWORK 1) Our News https://www.ourwatch.org.uk/sites/default/files/documents/2025-02/Our%20News%20February%202025.pdf 2) Romance Fraud  3) Safe Street Welcome to Safe Street, our fictional street promoting home and community safety Crimestoppers wants to share top tips on how to keep your home and local community safe with fellow safety superheroes Neighbourhood Watch and Ring, because when we all work as a team, we can help make communities safer together. https://crimestoppers-uk.org/get-involved/campaigns/safe-street
NATIONAL POLICE CHIEF'S COUNCIL 1) Funding confirmed for National Centre for VAWG and Public Protection Government funding to establish a dedicated national hub that will centralise policing’s response to violence against women and girls (VAWG) and wider crimes associated with vulnerability has been confirmed.
POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER (THAMES VALLEY) 1) Crime prevention funding Community groups invited to apply for share of £200,000 of crime prevention funding https://www.thamesvalley-pcc.gov.uk/news/community-groups-invited-to-apply-for-share-of-200000/ 2) Antisocial Behaviour  ASB is not always categorised as a crime and often takes a multi-agency response. It can also occur during an incident which involves another crime type. It can fall into three different category areas: Personal ASB which targets a specific person or group, nuisance ASB which causes trouble or disturbance to a community and environmental ASB where a person’s actions affect the wider environment. A national report into antisocial behaviour in 2024, published by Resolve UK, found that there were likely more than five million incidents of ASB nationwide in 2023. Not only that, ASB has forced more than one in seven of us to consider moving home, with one in four left feeling unsafe in their area. Dishearteningly, YouGov data continually shows that more than half of victims or witnesses to all types of ASB do not report them. In the last three years, only 26 per cent of victims and witnesses reported an ASB incident to the police. This can be for several reasons; the main one sadly being people thinking their issue was not serious enough to report. If you experience or witness ASB, report it to Thames Valley Police https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/ro/report/asb/asb-v3/report-antisocial-behaviour/ More information on what ASB is and how to spot it can be found on the TVP website 3) This Week  THAMES VALLEY POLICE 1) Local crime figures Updated figures - https://www.police.uk/
TVP SOUTH OXON AND VALE OF WHITE HORSE 1) Image appeal Is this you, or do you recognise the person pictured? We want to speak to this person as we believe they may have vital information about an incident of vehicle nuisance and inappropriate use on the Ridgeway in Lewknor at around 3pm on Friday 27 December. If you have any information please call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting reference 43240625619 
TVP OXFORD 1) Headington (London Road/Headley Way junction) Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following a serious injury collision in Headington. At approximately 8.16pm on Tuesday 28 January, on the junction of London Road and Headley Way, a grey Honda motorcycle was involved in a collision with a grey Toyota Corolla. The rider of the motorcycle, a man aged in his thirties, suffered serious injuries and remains in hospital in a stable condition. Investigating officer PC David Dorrian of the Roads Policing Unit, said: “I am appealing to anybody who witnessed this collision or who may have dash-cam that has captured the collision, or the moments leading up to it, to please get in touch with Thames Valley Police. “Anyone with information or dash-cam footage is asked to get in touch by calling 101 or by contacting us through our online form quoting reference 43250046251.” 2) Missing person update Good news. Angelica has been found as previously reported missing. All images deleted. 3) Marston Road Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses following a sexual assault in Oxford. At approximately 8.15pm on Sunday (2/2) on Marston Road, the victim, a girl in her teens, has been approached by a group of four offenders and then touched inappropriately by one of the offenders. The offenders are described as 4 white males, in their 20’s and were all approximately 5ft 10ins tall. They were seen to be wearing tracksuit bottoms and hooded tracksuit jacket. One of the tracksuits are described as a light grey colour and the other is described as being a light blue colour. Investigating officer PC Jasmine Moore, said: “We are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident or the moments leading up to it to please get in touch. “If you have dash-cam footage or any information that could assist the investigation, please contact us. “You can call 101 or make an online report, quoting 43250040904.”
NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICING TEAMS 1) Oxford North East Have Your Say (local community) When and where? Wed 12th February 2025 6:00PM - 8:00PM Marston Neighbourhood Police Office, Westlands Drive, Marston, Oxford. Come along and meet your local Neighbourhood Policing Team! This is a fantastic opportunity to: Get to know the officers who serve and patrol your community Share your thoughts and concerns Build a safer, stronger neighbourhood together A chance to ask any questions you might have. We look forward to seeing you all there! Future Dates 08/03/25 - 12.00-2pm London Road, Headington 31/03/25 - 3-5pm - Oxford Brooks campus.
SCAM AWARENESS 1) Paypal
There are fake PayPal emails circulating which claim that a money transfer request has been made on your account. The email then offers a contact number to 'call us immediately' to block this transaction if it 'was not you'. This email is not genuine and is designed to panic the recipient into contacting the number provided on which attempts will be made by scammers to gather personal, financial and account details. Paypal provide useful information on common email scams and advice on how to avoid them. https://www.paypal.com/lc/webapps/mpp/security/common-scams You can report suspicious PayPal emails by forwarding them to PayPal at phishing@paypal.com or any suspicious email received to the National Cyber Security Centre by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk If you have received a suspicious email which could be a scam you can also report to the Citizens Advice consumer helpline on 0808 223 1133 Action Fraud is the UK’s national reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime, based out of the City of London police. 2) Age UK A Facebook scam post claims, "Amazon has partnered with Age UK to give away iPad Pros to people aged 50 and over in the UK." It includes an 'Apply Now' button that leads to a website with the Amazon logo where it then says you have a chance of winning "an iPad Pro for only £3" by answering some questions. This is a scam as no such partnership or initiative exists between Age UK and Amazon.  3) Is the email genuine or not? Phishing emails are attempts by criminals to manipulate you into giving out your personal details. This can include your passwords, credit card numbers and/or bank account numbers. 4) Tinder Human beings have a basic need for affection and companionship, and that makes them vulnerable to online scams everywhere, including Tinder. As having an active dating life becomes increasingly common, Tinder criminals proliferate. But romance scams aren't about one particular app. While Tinder has certainly added to the problem, it sits at the surface of a much deeper issue. After all, the criminals behind romance scams don't deal in dating apps. Their schemes rely on raw and powerful human emotions, like love. https://www.yourmove.ai/blog/tinder-scams 5) Older and vulnerable people There is an increase in older and vulnerable people withdrawing large amounts of cash in branches or at cash points and being asked to purchase gift cards to pass onto scammers. Retailers have the right to refuse sale if someone is making an unusual purchase. If the retailer thinks a person is being coerced they can ring 999. If you have elderly or vulnerable friends and relatives, please make them aware of scammers asking them to withdraw money and buy gift cards to pass on to them. Please be vigilant of any signs of coercion. 6) Weight loss injection scam The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is warning people not to buy weight-loss medicines from beauty salons or via social media without a healthcare professional’s prescription. The growth in popularity of these medicines has led to a rise in scam websites and social media posts which impersonate pharmacies and offer weight-loss medicines - so-called 'skinny jabs' - illegally without a prescription. Those who buy products from scam sites usually receive a prefilled syringe or a glass vial containing a powder. There is no way of knowing exactly what these liquids or powders contain and it is unlikely that they will have gone through any safety assessments.
7) Valentine's Day As Valentine's Day approaches, users of online dating platforms are being warned to be wary of scammers, who can now use AI to appear even more convincing and persuasive. Romance scammers typically use a fake persona to lure someone into a relationship or transaction under false pretenses, showering their target with compliments and declarations of affection to gain trust as quickly as possible. How to Avoid
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8) Just Eat If you use food delivery apps, beware of suspicious listings that could leave you out of pocket and empty-handed. Reviews complain of paying for orders and not receiving anything in return. Some affected customers claim they couldn’t get a refund as the order had been marked as 'delivered'. 9) Transferring money
CRIME PREVENTION 1) Locksmiths If you need a locksmith in an emergency, be wary of online adverts which appear near the top of search results, particularly if they are sponsored and/or offer unrealistically low prices. You can find locksmiths who are licensed and approved by the Master Locksmiths' Association (MLA) at www.locksmiths.co.uk/ If you are a registered Neighbourhood Watch member with a residence in Oxford there is a local MLA locksmith that offers a free home security check and 25% discount using the unique NW discount code. The MLA have some useful tips to avoid rogue locksmiths:
Where possible pay for services using a credit card rather than debit card or bank transfer. This will offer you more protection if something goes wrong. Find out more Advice from the MLA on avoiding rogue locksmiths: www.locksmiths.co.uk/faq/how-to-spot-rogue-locksmith/ BBC This Morning Live feature on rogue locksmiths: www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6lG2dx2XhE Unwanted calls and visits from strangers can be stressful and a nuisance, but too many of either and you can start to feel targeted in your own home or afraid of the phone ringing. It needn’t be this way. Follow the steps below to take control of who can contact you, and how they can do it. What you can do On most modern phones you can block certain numbers from calling or texting you. Check your phone’s instruction guide or call your service provider for help. To help prevent nuisance and malicious calls, you can register with the Telephone Preference Service. You could also contact your phone service provider and they should be able to suggest more ways to screen and block incoming calls. Most door-to-door callers are simply trying to sell you something. If you don’t like the way they speak to you or you feel they’re calling too often, simply ask them for their company’s details and make a complaint. It may also be worth leaving a sign or sticker near your doorbell or letterbox saying ‘no cold callers, thank you’. This will be enough to deter most sensible salespeople. Avoiding fraudsters Anyone who calls at your door should have some form of identification. You are well within your rights to ask for this and make a note of their details. Never give out banking or personal details to anyone you’re unsure about. If you can’t be certain if a visitor is genuinely who they say they are, ask them to come back at a later date. This gives you time to verify their identity and perhaps also arrange for a relative or friend to be there. Remember, it’s ok to tell visitors you’re not interested or ask them to leave if you aren’t comfortable. Legitimate visitors will understand. Finally, if you suspect fraud, please report it. 3) Two-factor authentication Two-factor authentication (2FA) can help protect your online accounts, even if your password is stolen! The increasing popularity of online apps and services means more and more of us have to remember an increasingly long list of passwords. Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a way of strengthening the login security of your online accounts. It's a bit like how an ATM works. You need both your debit card (first factor) and your PIN (second factor) to get access to your account. The main objective is better security. If your card is stolen, they still need your PIN. If your PIN is stolen, they still need your card. Find out more about how to keep your online accounts safe here
CRIME INFORMATION 1) Drug dealing Drug dealing causes misery within communities, but together we can put an end to drug-related activity and associated crime. Reporting suspicious activity can help make your neighbourhood a safer place to live.
If you have any information about drug dealing in your community Contact Thames Valley Police via https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/ or call 101 for non-emergency, 999 for emergencies. Crimestoppers anonymously 0800 555111 2) Action Fraud Action Fraud describes online shopping fraud as “shopping scams that rely on the anonymity of the internet”. Consumers reported 68,000 cases of online shopping fraud in the 2023-24 financial year, with losses totalling more than £56.3 million, according to data from Action Fraud. This is compared to £46.6 million of losses in the previous year to fraudulent online shopping scams and some 66,000 cases reported. 3) Victims Code Whoever you are whatever the crime, you have rights under the Victims Code. This includes the rights to be informed about the criminal justice process and the support available. For every victim, whatever the crime. Understand your rights at https://victimandwitnessinformation.org.uk/your-rights/as-a-victim 4) What is cuckooing? Cuckooing is a form of criminal exploitation where a person or group, often involved in drug dealing or other illegal activities, takes over someone else’s home to use it as a base for their activities. The term comes from the cuckoo bird, which lays its eggs in other birds’ nests, pushing the original offspring out. In cuckooing, vulnerable individuals—such as those with disabilities, mental health issues, addiction problems, or the elderly—are often targeted. The perpetrators might initially befriend or manipulate them, offering drugs, money, or other forms of support. Over time, however, the situation often escalates, and the resident may be threatened, intimidated, or forced out of their own home. Authorities are increasingly aware of cuckooing as part of broader criminal exploitation, especially within “county lines” drug trafficking, where drug dealers expand their operations from cities into smaller towns or rural areas. Law enforcement agencies work to identify and support vulnerable victims while tackling the networks involved in these practices. 5) The Police Anti-Corruption and Abuse Reporting Service 6) Sexual assault ‘It’s a compliment’, ‘It’s fine we’re mates’, ‘It’s just banter’… It’s not ok, it’s sexual assault. Sexual assault is when someone touches you sexually without your permission, with an object or body part. Sexual violence can happen within relationships as well as outside of them. Type of sexual violence include rape, child sexual abuse, and intimate partner sexual violence. It's a myth that most perpetrators are strangers. Most know their victims and they can be relatives, friends or colleagues. A Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) is a place you can go after a rape or sexual assault to get confidential medical, practical and emotional support from specialist doctors, nurses and support workers. More information about how you can be referred to a SARC can be found here If you are in Oxfordshire, the closest SARCs are in Bicester, Slough and Swindon. 7) Better protection for victims from domestic abusers Victims of domestic abuse will be better protected as part of a new law ensuring even more abusers face tougher management from police and probation Key Points
For the first time, it puts controlling or coercive behaviour on a par with other domestic abuse offences including threats to kill, attempted strangulation and stalking. Evidence shows offenders who are managed under multi-agency public protection arrangements have a reoffending rate less than half of the national average. The law change means even more domestic abusers will fall under this management, in which agencies are legally required to share any information which indicates increased risk to others, such as former partners or members of the public. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/better-protection-for-victims-from-domestic-abusers OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL 1) Blue badge misuse If you try to park using a blue badge you’re not entitled to, be warned. You could end up in court and have to pay hundreds of pounds like this man: 2) Digital cafes
A new digital café at the Oxford Westgate Library aims to help more people to access online health services, in particular the NHS App.
The digital café is hosted on the first Monday of every month (2pm-4pm), and allows people who are struggling with or unfamiliar with technology to find help and support with using their mobile, laptop or tablet. The initiative offers people free informal, one to one support around basic digital skills, with access to digital devices and the internet. It encourages and teaches people how to easily use digital technology as part of their everyday life. The launch of this digital café is a collaboration between Oxfordshire County Council, NHS Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West Integrated Care Board (BOB ICB) and Oxford City Council. 3) Trading Standards Almost 10,000 counterfeit and smuggled cigarettes and other tobacco and nicotine based products have been seized following a series of visits to retail premises by Oxfordshire County Council’s trading standards team. Officers were accompanied by specialist tobacco detection dogs, which can sniff out contraband in concealments within till points or hidden in storerooms. Premises involved included off-licences, convenience stores, food retailers and barbers in Banbury, Kidlington and Oxford. The operation resulted in the seizure of 9,340 illegal cigarettes, 700g of counterfeit hand rolling tobacco, 180 unit packs of non-compliant nicotine pouches and 42 disposable electronic cigarettes, or vapes, with a capacity of nicotine containing liquid nine times the maximum allowed. The total street value of the haul was approximately £5,000.  4) Grants for Community Events In partnership with Oxfordshire Community Action Groups, we're offering grants from £200 to £500 for community activities during Food Waste Action Week (March) and Great Big Green Week (June) https://www.cagoxfordshire.org.uk/post/two-grant-programmes-now-open 5) Traffic Filters Network Rail has announced that Botley Road will reopen in August 2026. The traffic filters trial will start as planned when Botley Road reopens. https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/transport-and-travel/connecting-oxfordshire/oxford-traffic-filters
OXFORD CITY COUNCIL 1) Consultations
The Heritage Asset Register identifies what is significant about local features in the historic environment and highlights their aesthetic, communal, architectural, archaeological, and historical contribution to Oxford. This is a means of identifying local value and significance within Oxford that have not otherwise been recognised in statutory national historic listings. Closes 16 Feb 2025 2) Disabled Facilities Grant If you’re disabled and living in Oxford, you might be eligible for a Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG). This means-tested grant helps with home adaptations to improve accessibility and independence. DFGs can assist with costs for necessary home modifications, allowing you to live more comfortably and independently in your own home. What it covers A DFG can cover various adaptations, including:
How to apply for a DFG To apply for a DFG, an occupational therapist from Oxfordshire County Council needs to assess your needs. The occupational therapist will advise if a DFG is suitable for you and recommend appropriate adaptations. We then assess if the proposed adaptations are both ‘necessary and appropriate’ and ‘reasonable and practicable’. For detailed information about the DFG process and to request an initial assessment, please see the Home Adaptations Booklet. You can also contact us to talk with our team. For specific details on adult grants, download the Disabled Facilities Grant leaflet for adults. For information on children’s grants, download the Disabled Facilities Grant leaflet for children. 3) Bleed kits Publicly accessible bleed kits have been installed in Oxford for the first time. The four kits, designed to help treat severe bleeding before emergency services arrive, have been placed at Barton Community Centre, Templars Square Shopping Centre, Blackbird Leys Leisure Centre and Blackbird Leys Top Shops. The initiative is a collaboration between Oxford City Council, Thames Valley Police (TVP) and local performer Claire Nelson, who last year wrote and performed the show Motherhood, about the impact of knife crime on parents. It is part of a wider effort to enhance community safety and ensure people have access to essential first aid tools.  The kits can be accessed by emergency call handlers that provide the key code to open the cabinets Ms Nelson said ""Bleed kits can help any member of the public save a life before professional medical help arrives and those minutes could just make the difference," she continued. "Even kids... can just call 999 and open the kit because they are 24-hour accessible." The installation follows similar initiatives in other UK cities. 4) Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) When we publicise SWEP on our social media, we often get asked “why don’t you do this all year round?” The simple answer is – we do! The outreach service we commission from St Mungo’s works tirelessly to help people off the streets throughout the year. SWEP is an extra lifeline for people at particular risk during freezing weather. SWEP allows us to make a bed available for anyone who wants to come inside. This includes people with no usual right to housing or benefits, as well as those who normally refuse all offers of support or who have returned to the streets even though they have accommodation available. 5) Tenant Roadshows - February 2025 Have Your Say - Help Shape the Future of Housing Services at Oxford City Council Have you ever wished you had more input into the housing services provided by Oxford City Council? Now’s your chance to make your voice heard and help influence the future of housing services in our city. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to share your experiences, offer ideas, and suggest improvements to shape housing services that better serve our communities. How to get involved Oxford City Council is holding a series of consultations and feedback sessions, both in-person and online, to make it as easy as possible for everyone to participate. To complete the consultation online visit the Survey Monkey website. Alternatively visit us at one of our following locations and speak to us face-to-face https://www.oxford.gov.uk/involving-tenants/join-tenant-involvement-help-make-change We will also be running two online forums on:
To register your interestCall us on 01865 249811 or email tenantinvolvement@oxford.gov.uk with your full name, address and which session you would like to attend. For more information, please contact the Tenant Involvement Team on tenantinvolvement@oxford.gov.uk More information and other roadshow venues https://www.oxford.gov.uk/involving-tenants/join-tenant-involvement-help-make-change 6) Statement calling for action to tackle congestion and speed up bus journeys in Oxford
GENERAL INFORMATION 1) Care Quality Commission Give feedback on care https://www.cqc.org.uk/give-feedback-on-care Use this form to tell us about: an experience of care - it can be good or bad Call 999 if there's an immediate risk of harm or abuse 2) Age UK Oxfordshire Our charity is embarking on an exciting journey to consider our direction and focus for the coming years. We believe that the best way to shape our future is by listening to the voices of local older people and unpaid carers, as well as those who support them – and that means you. Your experiences, insights and ideas are invaluable to us and will help us to prioritise our efforts, ensuring that we continue to provide the support and services that make a real difference in the lives of older people and unpaid carers locally. Your voice matters, and together we can create a brighter future for older people and unpaid carers in our community. To share your thoughts on our direction and focus, please complete our survey online by visiting https://buff.ly/4gmLso9 If you would like support to complete the survey, or to receive a print copy, please contact 0345 450 1276 / ceo@ageukoxfordshire.org.uk. The survey should take about 5 minutes to complete and will stay open for responses until Monday 17th February 2025. 3) escooters Why they can be dangerous?
Why are they illegal?
Further information 4) Lost mobile phones Every phone has an IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) number. If your phone is stolen, you can use this ID to block it. To find your phone IMEI number key in *#06# and press dial and make note of it. You can also download ‘find your phone’ apps to find your phone and, more importantly, wipe the data stored on it.  5) Product Recalls
Hazard: The product presents a risk of injuries as the accelerator pedal return spring may break due to incorrect moulding. Product Description Various models of golf utility vehicles produced between 2016 and 2022
Hazard: There is a risk of serious injury if corrosion occurs in the engine compartment or wiring harness as it may cause the engine to stall during use. Product Description Jetski in a black, green and silver design
Hazard: The product presents a risk of fire as a metal part inside the printers may dislodge. Product Description Laser printer intended for commercial use in dark grey and light grey
Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk due to the presence of excess concentrations of phthalates. Product Description Girls flip flops, available in various patterns  6) Food Recalls
Birds Eye Ltd. is recalling Goodfella’s Stonebaked Thin Garlic Bread because it contains milk which is not mentioned on the label. The garlic bread has been mispacked with a garlic bread that contains cheese. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy or intolerance to milk or milk constituents.
Pack size 218g Batch code 5020 Best before December 2025 
The following notice has been issued by the Food Standards Agency. Lidl is extending the recall of two Alpenfest Salted Mini Pretzel products because they may cause a burning sensation in the mouth when consumed, potentially causing discomfort and making them unsafe to the consumer. This notice is an update to include further dates and batch codes and replaces the earlier notice. Product details Alpenfest Style Salted Mini Pretzels - Milk and Dark Chocolate  7) Bus service updates From 23rd February The new 500, which stops only at five key locations along Cowley/Oxford Road, replaces the 11X which served only the BMW plant via Abingdon Road. Buses will run every 10–15 minutes. A frequency uplift on the 3A (Kassam Stadium/Science Park) will result in buses every 7-8 minutes along the Iffley Road. The 5A is being rerouted via the LTN bus gate on Crowell Road to speed up journeys between Minchery Farm and Templars Square, Oxford Bus Company
600 - Following a successful tender bid with Oxfordshire County Council we are creating a new service 600:
4th - 12th Feb 2025
Due to emergency roadworks, the Harefields stops will be temporarily suspended in both directions until 12/02. During this time, passengers are advised to use the Five Mile Drive stops as the closest alternative.
13th - 14th Feb 2025
Due to roadworks the St Cross Road Stops will be temporarily suspended in both directions between 13/02 and 14/02. During this time passengers are advised to use the Manor Road stops as the nearest alternative.
9) NHS Winter Health Hub https://staywell-bob.nhs.uk/winter-health-hub/ 10) Healthwatch
Thanks to all who joined our webinar this week focusing on the future of the NHS. Members of the public are currently being asked for their views and ideas to help inform work on a new 10 Year Health Plan for England. Our webinar gave people the chance to hear more about the plan, and to contribute their ideas for change. It particularly focused on how technology could be better used in health and care – which is one of the main themes of the plan. We will share what we heard at the webinar with the national consultation team. To find out more about this consultation, or to share your comments, please see the Change NHS website This is due to close for comments on 14th February. 
An analysis of Healthwatch feedback on complaintsKey Recommendations
https://healthwatchoxfordshire.co.uk/news/new-animation-explains-the-role-of-gp-receptionists/
Our next online open forum will take place on Wednesday 19th February from 7pm - 8pm. Please do come along to:
For full details and a Zoom joining link see our website here 11) Shaping the national cancer plan Cancer affects one in two people during their lifetime. The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is seeking the views of individuals, professionals and organisations to understand how we can reduce the number of lives lost to cancer. Your views will inform the plan to improve cancer care, from referral and diagnosis to treatment and aftercare, in order to better the experience and outcomes for people with cancer. This call for evidence closes at 11:59pm on 29 April 2025. https://consultations.dhsc.gov.uk/shaping-the-national-cancer-plan
12) Dates for the Diary
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