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Oxford Community Information Weekly Newsletter 9-3-25 This 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 or any comments/information/queries or unsubscribing onw.enquiries@gmail.com Social Media sites https://www.facebook.com/groups/1937740226361938 (Oxford NW) https://www.facebook.com/groups/605172170528080 (Oxford NW Coordinators) https://www.facebook.com/groups/851711156124037 (Thames Valley Appeals) https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120468772825909 (Missing people in England and Wales) https://www.facebook.com/groups/550195784274126 (WANTED - Police appeals across England and Wales)
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH NETWORK 1) Crime and Policing Bill 2) Our News (March edition) OXFORD NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH 1) Making a difference to your community 2) Ask for Angela Ambassador POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER 1) This Week THAMES VALLEY POLICE 1) Crime data TVP OXFORD 1) Florence Park, Cowley 2) Iffley Road area 3) Templars Square 4) Hythe Bridge Street 5) Stubbs Avenue 6) Donnington Bridge area 7) Missing person 8) Missing person update NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICING TEAMS 1) Oxford South East SCAM AWARENESS 1) Facebook group phishing scams 2) Remote Access Scams - Software Updates 3) Amazon Refund Scams 4) M&S 5) 159 bank security 6) Deepfake phone calls - how scammers can clone your voice 7) Hey Mum CRIME PREVENTION 1) Building work 2) Mobile phones 3) Registered goods 4) True or false? 5) Enable security features on personal devices CRIME INFORMATION 1) Adult abuse 2) National Fraud Intelligence Bureau 3) Stalking ordeals 4) It Does Matter OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL 1) Oxfordshire Advice Navigator 2) Oxfordshire Residents Support Scheme 3) Consultations 4) Register to vote 5) Community safety OXFORD CITY COUNCIL 1) Consultations 2) Recycling old textiles 3) Meetings OXFORD DIRECT SERVICES 1) Spring garden clean 2) Refuse and recycling sacks GENERAL INFORMATION 1) Driving safely 2) Road Closure 3) Bus service updates 4) No Smoking Day 5) Change NHS Survey 6) Important medicine recall 7) Product Recalls 8) Have Your Say about Online Access to General Practice 9) Royal Mail stamp price increase 10) Network Rail 11) NHS Charities Together remember the pandemic
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH NETWORK 1) Crime and Policing Bill The introduction of the Crime and Policing Bill is a welcome one, with our CEO John Hayward-Cripps praising the government's commitment to neighbourhood policing: "Neighbourhood Watch is delighted that the government is continuing to show its commitment to neighbourhood policing. The focus on addressing and reducing the epidemic of antisocial behaviour, theft, and shoplifting that we all witness in our town centres and communities will play an important role in increasing feelings of confidence in the police, and feeling safer in our local communities."
2) Our News (March edition) https://www.ourwatch.org.uk/sites/default/files/documents/2025-03/March%202025%20newsletter.pdf
OXFORD NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH
1) Making a difference to your community To help build Neighbourhood Watch where you live, follow these 3 simple steps:
2) Ask for Angela Ambassador https://askforangela.co.uk/ambassadors/
POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER 1) This Week  THAMES VALLEY POLICE 1) Crime data Figures released by Thames Valley Police show a 1.5 per cent increase in all crime across the county, with spikes in shoplifting, robbery and drug offences in particular. At the same time, data revealed by the British Transport Police showed a concerning increase in crime reports to come out of Oxford Station and its trains.
TVP OXFORD 1) Florence Park, Cowley We are appealing for your help.
Do you recognise this description? A white male, in his 40's, around 6ft, short blonde hair possibly with a short stubbly beard. He was pushing a buggy and had two dogs with him which looked like light furred Poodle types. We would like to speak to them as we believe he may have vital information about an assault in Florence Park, just off of Rymers Lane, Oxford. The victim a 12-year-old boy was shouted at and pulled off of his bike. While he was not injured, he was left shocked and shaken. Thankfully he was able to make his way home to safety. If you do recognise this description, or if you think you may be the person described please contact us on 101 or go online quoting ref: 43250101472.
2) Iffley Road area Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to a sexual assault in Oxford. At around 5.10am on Thursday (28/2), a man followed a woman who was walking alone on Iffley Road. He caught up with her between Magdalen Bridge and St Mary’s Passage and touched her inappropriately over her clothing. When the woman turned around, he made off in the direction of Iffley Road. The victim, who is in her thirties, did not sustain injuries. The offender is described coming from a mixed ethnic background, in his early twenties, under 6ft tall, and of slim build. He had dark, short and curly hair and was wearing dark clothing. Investigating officer Antony Johnson said: “I am appealing for witnesses to this sexual assault to please come forward. “I am also appealing to anyone with dash-cam or doorbell footage to please get in touch. “Anyone with information should call 101 or make an online report, via our website, quoting 43250099075. “Alternatively, for 100% anonymity, you can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
3) Templars Square Were you near or at Templars Square at around 4.45pm on Tuesday 25 February? We are looking for witnesses to an incident on Barns Road, Cowley where a man in his 30s was chased by another man with a pitchfork. The offender was wearing a red hoodie, black jacket, black shoes and a dark tracksuit at the time of the incident. If you have any information call 101 or report it online quoting reference 43250094580.
4) Hythe Bridge Street
Thames Valley Police is releasing a CCTV image of a man that officers would like to speak to in connection with an incident in Oxford. The incident occurred at around 1am on Sunday 26 January. A man has tried to enter a nightclub on Hythe Bridge Street and has been turned away after being found in possession of an extendable baton. The weapon was taken off the man by security. Investigating officer, PC Owain Soady-Jackson, said “We would like to appeal to anybody who recognises the individual in this image to please get in touch as they may have vital information about this incident. “You can get in touch by either making a report online or by calling 101, quoting reference number 43250041485. “Alternatively, for 100% anonymity, you can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”  5) Stubbs Avenue (unexplained death) Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to an unexplained death in Oxford. At around 5.22am on 5/3, a 90-year-old woman sadly died after a fire at an address on Stubbs Avenue, Headington. Her next of kin have been informed and are being supported by officers. The death is being treated as unexplained but not suspicious and a file is being prepared for a coroner. A police scene watch is currently in place, and will remain for the rest of the day. Investigating officer Detective Inspector George Atkinson, said: “We are appealing for witnesses after this very sad death this morning. “I understand this will be concerning for the community but there is nothing to suggest any wider threat to the public and we are investigating it as a priority. “We would like to speak to anyone who was in Stubbs Avenue this morning, as you may have vital information to help our enquiries. “Anyone with information should call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting reference number 43250107823. “Even though you may not have seen anything that was out of the ordinary, it may still assist in our investigation so please get in contact.” “People can also report information to us completely anonymously through the independent charity, Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.”
6) X2 bus on the A34 to Redbridge Park and Ride
Thames Valley Police is releasing an image of an individual officers would like to speak to following an exposure incident in Oxford. At approximately 8.40pm on Friday 21 February, the offender touched himself inappropriately in front of the victim, a woman in her twenties, on the X2 bus on the A34 to Redbridge Park and Ride. Investigating staff officer Susan Glass, said: “We are appealing for any witnesses to this incident to please come forward. “If you have any information, or mobile phone footage of this incident, please call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting 43250089158. “Alternatively, for anonymity, you can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. “All reports of exposure offences are dealt with seriously and robustly by police. If you witness an indecent exposure, you should call us immediately on 999.”  7) Missing person We are appealing for help to find a man who has been reported missing from Oxford.  8) Missing person update
Good news! A man has been found safe after being reported missing from Oxford. Thank you to everyone who shared our appeal and helped us find 66-year-old William
NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICING TEAMS
1) Oxford South East Yesterday evening the Oxford South East Neighbourhood Team were patrolling Donnington Recreation Ground in plain clothes following reports of drug dealing and anti social behaviour in the area. A male made off from officers on Freelands Road and officers caught up with the male on Donnington Bridge Road and was detained for a search. During the search, officers located a pointed/bladed article These patrols were based off intelligence reports from the public. Please continue reporting issues in your neighbourhood so we can target our patrols effectively The male was arrested and charged.
2) Oxford Central On 5/3 officers from Oxford Central NHPT conducted targeted patrols following reports from the local community. Utilising officers in plain clothes & uniform, on foot & on push bikes, the team carried out a number of stop searches. This resulted in drugs being seized, further intelligence being gathered, vulnerable people safeguarded & more opportunities for engagement with the local community. Please report any suspicious incidents or people to us online or on 101. You may not see an immediate Police response, however the information helps our NHPT target their patrols!
SCAM AWARENESS 1) Facebook group phishing scams Please be aware of Facebook group phishing scams. A Facebook group phishing scam occurs when a scammer joins a Facebook group, pretending to be a legitimate member, and then posts content with malicious links or requests for personal information. There has been an incident in a Didcot group recently whereby somebody’s home address has been disclosed after a scammer has pretended that a parcel needs delivering. Please remember, NEVER disclose your personal details over social media
2) Remote Access Scams - Software Updates Cold callers say they work for an IT company. They say there have been issues with automatic updates to Microsoft software and ask you to allow them to access your computer remotely so they can 'run a check'.
3) Amazon Refund Scams Text messages are sent saying that there has been a 'significant price reduction' on an item you recently ordered from Amazon. The message doesn't specify which item has been discounted, but asks you to click on a link to obtain a refund. .Never follow instructions from an unsolicited caller to download an app or software which would allow them to access your computer remotely. 4) M&S
I received a scam phone call this morning call saying my Marks and Spencers card had been debited fraudulently. I just hung up and called Marks number and the phone call was not from them. I noticed it was a local number.
5) 159 bank security It is over three years since the main banks introduced a single easy to remember phone number – 159 – for direct contact with your bank if you experience scams that could affect your bank account. However, in spite of previous Alert messages, this number still doesn’t seem to be widely recognised. If you think someone is trying to trick you into handing over money or personal details: …Stop, hang up and call 159 to speak directly to your bank. 159 is the memorable, secure number that connects you directly to your bank if you think you’re being scammed. 159 will never call you. When should I call 159? Call 159 if you think your account could have been compromised. Essentially, it is an easy to remember number that saves you the time of trying to find the normal number for your bank. Remember, 159 will never call you. But you can rely on 159 to get you through to your bank.
6) Deepfake phone calls - how scammers can clone your voice
A quarter of scam calls in the UK are powered by AI A deepfake call is where the caller's voice has been created with or manipulated using artificial intelligence (AI). This is sometimes done through voice cloning, which uses recordings of someone's voice to copy it. In scam calls, deepfake voices are typically used to impersonate family members or to sound more official and professional when impersonating a well-known company or government body. Scam calls impersonating HMRC were most prevalent in the last quarter of 2024, according to scam and spam call-blocking service Hiya. Hiya used its technology to observe and flag calls on its network and found that after fake HMRC calls, phone calls claiming to be from Amazon or ‘the immigration bureau’ warning of an expired visa were the most prevalent. Calls impersonating mobile phone providers offering a discount, scammers impersonating Visa or Mastercard, and energy scams were also among the most received calls. A January 2025 survey commissioned by Hiya of 12,000 consumers across six countries found that a quarter of UK consumers received a deepfake voice call in the past year. Of those who received a deepfake call, two in five had been scammed – a third losing money and another third giving away personal data. Hiya calculated the average loss to be £13,342.
7) Hey Mum Please be aware that the WhatsApp scam is circulating again. The person will claim to be a family member or friend who has lost or damaged their phone. There'll be a sense of urgency to the conversation and they will ask you to send money to help. They are actually a fraudster trying to steal your money. “Hey mum, it’s me...” is a very believable message to receive for many people, but if you’re contacted unexpectedly by a number you don’t recognise and they start requesting money - keep calm.
You can report fraud to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040
CRIME PREVENTION 1) Building work When your house is undergoing renovations or building work, it is more vulnerable to burglars. To reduce the risk there are a few steps you and your builders can take
2) Mobile phones Mobile phones are among the top three most commonly stolen items in the UK. Make it easier for good Samaritans and police to get your device back by registering it on Immobilise. Always include the IMEI—dial *#06# to reveal the 16-digit code (there may be more than one)—along with the device’s serial number. For extra reassurance, mark your postcode on the case with a UV pen or place a security label inside.
3) Registered goods If you've recently sold, given away or recycled any item that was previously registered to you, don't forget to log in to your account and remove it. Outdated or duplicate ownership records could cause problems for the new owner, particularly if they later sell the item on.
4) True or false?   5) Enable security features on personal devices Portable personal devices such as mobile phones and tablets can be easily lost or stolen. If they fall into the wrong hands, and they aren’t properly secured, a criminal can quickly unlock them and access valuable personal details, data and accounts. Take a moment now to check you have the following security features switched on:
CRIME INFORMATION 1) Adult abuse Any adult can suffer abuse or neglect from anyone in their lives. Abuse can include physical abuse, sexual abuse, psychological abuse, financial abuse and neglect. For older adults, abuse can include coercive control, neglect or acts of omission, discrimination, modern slavery, domestic abuse and cuckooing. Cuckooing is a term given to criminals who target the homes of vulnerable adults. They may use the property for any criminal purpose but in particular, drug dealing, sexual crimes and firearms. The vulnerable adult is often tasked to complete criminal acts, often under duress. Adults within a care setting may also experience organisational abuse. Adults requiring care and support may be at risk of self-neglect and potentially may lack capacity to make decisions for themselves. If you are worried that you or someone you know is suffering adult or elder abuse or neglect, please contact the police immediately. This can be done:
Remember to always call 999 if you or someone else is in immediate danger. Or contact Crimestoppers confidentially and anonymously: Phone: 0800 555 111
2) National Fraud Intelligence Bureau Data from the City of London Police's National Fraud Intelligence Bureau shows young people are disproportionately affected by rental fraud. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/young-people-urged-to-think-fraud-over-rent-offers 
3) Stalking ordeals Over the last few days, you may have heard tennis star Emma Raducanu speaking about her recent stalking ordeal, which came to a head during her match in Dubai. The incident is a stark reminder of the signs to look out for and the impact stalking can have. Stalking can happen to anyone. It can be gradual, and it can be extremely frightening, but it is never your fault if you are being stalked.
Stalking can be gradual and can be hard to spot - and but the below acronym, FOUR, can help you recognise when behaviour has gone too far.
Some actions may seem small on their own, but when you add them together, as has happened in Emma's case, this builds a picture of a concerning pattern of behaviour which should be reported. Is someone continuously showing up to your place of work, or seemingly following you to different places? Have you asked that person to leave you alone - but they continue this behaviour? If any of this resonates with you, please speak up' If you are concerned about stalking and harassment and want to make a report - we are here and you will be listened to. You can do this via 101 or https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/ro/report/stalking-harassment-beta/v1/report-stalking-harassment/ In an emergency or where there is immediate danger, call 999. There are also number of protective orders that can be put in place – including Stalking Protection Orders, restraining orders and criminal behaviour orders. As well as this, you can independently apply for a non-molestation order. If you want to find out more
4) It Does Matter
Did you know 71% of women in the UK have experienced sexual harassment in a public space? Thames Valley Police initially launched a campaign last year which was developed with campaigner Lisa Squire from Buckinghamshire, whose daughter Libby was murdered in 2019 when she was at university by a sexual predator with an extensive offending history. Find out more: https://www.itdoesmatter.org.uk/ 
OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL 1) Oxfordshire Advice Navigator The Oxfordshire Advice Navigator is an easy-to-use online tool for advice on debt, benefits and support, it brings together a number of advice services to make it easy to access tailored, local information. Users are taken through questions one at a time, and then advice and support is delivered straight into inboxes. https://oxfordshireadvicenavigator.org.uk/
2) Oxfordshire Residents Support Scheme Do you know someone who’s elderly or vulnerable that’s struggling with rising living costs? The Oxfordshire Residents Support Scheme can help. This scheme offers short-term financial support for essentials like food and credit for gas/electric prepayment meters. It can also assist with white goods, furniture, and clothing in certain situations. This support is designed for one-off crises or emergencies, ensuring those who receive it get what they need to stay comfortable and safe. Additionally, the scheme can connect recipients with other sources of support for long-term needs. Find out more: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/council/help-rising-living-costs/residents-support-scheme
3) Consultations
We are inviting residents, businesses and visitors to have their say on potential street improvements for the city centre and north Oxford. This call for ideas is part of the Central Oxfordshire Movement and Place Framework (COMPF), a project aimed at reimagining Oxford's public realm and to start conversations about the future of our streets and squares. Please fill in the survey below by 23 March 2025. https://letstalk.oxfordshire.gov.uk/compf/surveys/survey We are particularly interested in feedback on:
https://letstalk.oxfordshire.gov.uk/compf
4) Register to vote Local council elections give you the opportunity to have your say on local issues that matter to you. https://www.gov.uk/register-to-vote  5) Community Safety Could you react fast enough if the unexpected happens? Driving at a slower speed will give you those extra couple of moments that could lessen the impact or even avoid a collision. 
OXFORD CITY COUNCIL 1) Consultations
https://consultation.oxford.gov.uk/community-services/residential-communal-areas-public-spaces-pspo/ Closes 11 Mar 2025
2) Recycling old textiles Launched in January, the free collection service allows residents to recycle their old textiles conveniently from home. In just the first month of operation, the scheme collected 1,771kg of textiles through door-to-door collections, while the new textile bring bank at Rose Hill Community Centre added another 310kg. Additionally, 510kg of pillows and duvets were collected, ensuring that these materials were given a second life instead of ending up in landfill. These items are weighed separately as they are processed differently. The scheme provides all Oxford residents with an easy way to recycle unwanted textiles, supporting efforts to reduce household waste, deter fly-tipping, and protect the environment. The scheme is operated in partnership with ODS and Recycling Solutions, a family-run company that collaborates with charities and local authorities across the UK. To book a collection https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1647/kerbside-textiles-recycling-proves-a-hit-in-oxford
3) Meetings
Scrutiny Committee: Monday 3 March, 6pm. Watch the livestream recording. Licensing & Gambling Acts Casework Subcommittee: Tuesday 4 March, 6pm. Watch the livestream recording. Housing and Homelessness Panel (Panel of the Scrutiny Committee): Thursday 6 March, 6pm. Watch the livestream recording
Council meetings take place at Oxford Town Hall and are open to the public. General Purposes Licensing Casework Sub-Committee: Monday 10 March, 6pm. Standards Committee: Tuesday 11 March, 6pm. Cabinet Meeting: Wednesday 12 March, 6pm.
OXFORD DIRECT SERVICES 1) Spring garden clean Planning a spring garden clean? ODS can help. With spring around the corner and the weather showing signs of improvement, now is the time to start thinking about getting out into the garden. You can sign up to our Garden Waste Collection Scheme where we collect your garden waste from your home every two weeks for recycling. We collect grass cuttings, flowers, branches, hedge trimmings, leaves, plants and weeds. Your garden waste goes to a composting plant in Wallingford and turned into compost, which is used to grow crops on local farmland.
2) Refuse and recycling sacks Refuse and recycling sacks are out for delivery A six-month supply of refuse and recycling sacks are in the process of being delivered to residents. You will receive lilac sacks for your refuse and blue or clear sacks for your recycling. All sacks will be delivered by the end of March. This supply should last until the next delivery in September.
https://www.oxford.gov.uk/goes-bin
GENERAL INFORMATION 1) Driving safely  You wouldn't drive wearing a blindfold, but that is exactly what you're doing if you glance at your phone to read a message. In the seconds it takes for you to do this and regain your awareness of the road ahead, you will not have seen anything happening around or ahead of you - at 70mph that's nearly 200 feet of the road you've missed.  If you’re texting on your phone while driving, your reaction time is twice as slow than if you had been drinking. No call or text is more important than a life.
2) Road Closure
A city centre street will be closed to vehicles for nearly two months. Blue Boar Street in Oxford will be closed from March 3 due to the cleaning and repair work on the town hall façade. The work, which is expected to last until April 25, will be carried out between 7.30am and 5pm. During these times, all traffic will be prohibited from entering or waiting on Blue Boar Street. However, emergency services and those needing access to premises only reachable from the closed section will be exempt. The alternative route for traffic will be via King Edward Street, High Street, and St Aldates.
3) Bus service updates OXFORD BUS COMPANY
7th - 10th Mar 2025
The M25 will be closed between junctions 10 and 11 from 21:00 on Friday, 7th March, until 05:30 on Monday, 10th March 2025. During this time, our Airline services operating to/from Gatwick will use a diversionary route, adding extra time to the journey. We will follow the departure times listed on the current timetables, however, arrival times will vary depending on the traffic conditions.
10th Mar 2025
Due to roadworks, the Oxford-bound Frys Hill Roundabout stop will be temporarily suspended between 09:30 and 15:30 on 10/03. Passengers are advised to use the Nightingale Avenue stop as the nearest alternative.
11th Mar 2025
Due to roadworks, the Nightingale Avenue stops will be temporarily suspended between 09:30 and 15:30 on 11/03. Passengers are advised to use the Tarragon Drive and Frys Hill Roundabout stops as the nearest alternatives. Magdalen Street East closure28th Feb 2025 onwards
7th - 9th Mar 2025 Due to the emergency closure of Queen Street, services operating in the area will have to divert. The X1, X15, 35 and X2 services will terminate at the Police Station and will not serve up to the Rail Station/Westgate. Passengers are advised to connect with the 5 or 400 services to St Aldates, where the usual stops can be used. STAGECOACH SERVICES
Please be advised to due emergency road closures at Magdalen Street East several services will operate via diversion routes and alternative stops/ temporary stops. See details below: Oxford City Centre – 2, 2A, S4,S5 and S7 The closure will affect the 2, 2A, S4 & S7 services using Banbury Road towards the City Centre. These services will divert to Broad Street via Parks Road. Service 2,2A,S4 and S7will a temporary termination at Trinity College in Broad Street rather than Magdalen Street West. Oxford City Centre 14, S1, S2, S3, X4, X5 and SX2 The above services will operate via a diversion route: Beaumont Street, Hythe Bridge Street and George Street However, these services will continue to run to and from their regular bus stops for both arrival and departure. For further clarification, please refer to the details provided above. 
4) No Smoking Day No Smoking Day is Wednesday 12th March 2025   5) Change NHS Survey Since the launch of Change NHS to have the biggest conversation on the future of the NHS, more than 100,000 contributions have been made, with more than 1.5 million visits to change.nhs.uk To help finalise the 10 Year Health Plan, we need to get your views on the emerging ideas from the conversation so far. Please visit https://change.nhs.uk/en-GB/projects/your-priorities-for-change to have your say by Monday 14 April.  6) Important medicine recall The High Street pharmacy chain Boots is asking customers to return packs of 500-milligram paracetamol tablets because a labelling error incorrectly states they are a different painkiller, aspirin. More than 110,000 packs, with the batch number 241005 and expiry date "12/2029" on the bottom, are affected. Customers can receive a full refund without a receipt. Boots and the supplier, Aspar Pharmaceuticals Limited, have begun a full investigation. The outer cardboard packaging is correctly labelled: "Paracetamol 500mg Tablets" but the inner foil blister pack of pills instead reads: "Aspirin 300mg Dispersable Tablets". The affected packs should not be used or kept, even if the error is known, as this could lead to an incorrect dose. And anyone who has bought this product for someone else should tell them as soon as possible.  7) Product Recalls
Hazard: The product presents a risk of cuts as the wires inside bunny ears are not correctly inserted and therefore may unwind to reveal sharp points. Sales period: 6th January 2025 to 6th February 2025 
Hazard: The product presents a risk of injuries as in some cases the metal contact of the product’s switch mechanism may corrode.
Hazard: The product presents a risk of fire as it is insufficiently watertight, potentially resulting in water entering the battery casing.
Hazard: The product presents a risk of fire as the plug, fuse and cable are considered counterfeit. 
Hazard: The product presents a serious risk of injuries as the bike fork may crack or break during use.
Hazard: The product presents a serious chemical risk as the yellow paint on the handle of the hoe and rake contains excess concentrations of migratable lead.
Hazard: The Vision Harness has a design flaw which can lead to premature degradation and weakness of the waist belt.
8) Have Your Say about Online Access to General Practice Survey at https://yourvoicebob-icb.uk.engagementhq.com/patient-feedback-online-access-to-general-practice The survey will close on Sunday 16 March 2025
9) Royal Mail stamp price increase The price of a first-class stamp will go up by 5p, bringing the cost to £1.70 Similarly, the cost of a second-class stamp will rise by 2p, moving from 85p to 87p. Royal Mail said the price increase will come into force from April 7. Larger items will also face sharper price hikes, with the cost of a first class large letter up to 100g increasing from £2.60 to £3.15. And the cost of postage for small parcels weighing up to 2kg is set to increase, with first class rates rising from £4.79 to £4.99- and second-class rates climbing from £3.75 to £3.90.
10) Network Rail
This weekend, the walkway on the Frideswide Square side of the railway bridge is due to be diverted to make space for Thames Water to access the water main. Work to realign the walkway started yesterday (Thursday) and will continue until Sunday. From Sunday evening, the entrance/exit for the walkway on the Frideswide Square side of the bridge will be accessed near the station (see diagram above and image below). It is scheduled to be in place for three weeks before returning to its original location. Sorry for any disruption this causes.
Next week, Thames Water will start the work to connect up the new water main pipe that has been installed under the railway bridge. This was originally due to start on Tuesday but got postponed due to technical problems. As the water main serves around 60,000 houses, they need to take every precaution to ensure people’s water supply isn’t impacted. All businesses remain open as usual throughout.
The next phase of this work will see the installation of the drainage system underneath the new walkway. Currently we’ve got a team working in the area around the bridge to install a series of wells that will be used for managing ground water levels during the construction of the new railway bridge.
Great Western Railway has set up a new, staffed, passenger assistance meeting point at Oxford station to help customers with reduced mobility access the station. Step-free access is already available from the main station entrance on Park End Street, and an accessible gate on the west side of the station in Cripley Road was opened in October for those who need it. The new meeting point will offer a welcome to people approaching the station from the west who need additional help to access the station, and will be open between 07:30 – 21:00 Monday to Friday, and 08:00 – 21:00 on Saturday, and 10:30 – 20:00 on Sunday.
11) NHS Charities Together remember the pandemic You are invited to...(9/3/25) Join us tomorrow as we remember those who lost their lives during the Covid-19 pandemic and the ongoing impact on us all. You can watch the event virtually via livestream from 12pm via this link: Five years on: Reflecting on the Covid-19 Pandemic. Tune in from 11.55am to take part in a minute silence at midday. We hope you will be able to join along with the nation to remember those who tragically lost their lives and mark the ongoing impact on families and communities, as well as the sacrifices made by healthcare workers who looked after us all. NHS Charities. Join the livestream https://nhscharitiestogether.co.uk/five-year-anniversary-event-to-reflect-on-covid-impact/
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