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Home and garden giant fell into administration with 2,300 jobs lost owing £803m
A DIY home and garden improvement retail giant that collapsed into administration with the loss of thousands of jobs owed £803 million.
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James May told to change 'dangerous and life-threatening steps' at £1m cottage
Top Gear and The Grand Tour star James May has been told to rebuild "dangerous and life-threatening" steps at his £1m cottage.
Jeremy Clarkson signs exclusive three-year deal for Diddly Squat Farm Shop
Jeremy Clarkson and Lisa Hogan have signed an exclusive three-year deal for Diddly Squat Farm Shop with a UK garden centre group.
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Serial paedophile jailed for life dies in custody
An Oxfordshire paedophile formerly from Grove who was jailed for life after filming himself abusing children as young as three died from cancer in prison, according to the prison's ombudsman.
Oxford University misses out on top spot in new ranking for 2027
Oxford University has missed out on the top spot in a new 2027 ranking.
Miriam Margolyes to receive icon award despite calls to strip OBE
Harry Potter star Miriam Margolyes is set to receive an icon award despite previous calls to strip her of her OBE.
'Majority' of 21,000 tonnes of waste near A34 has gone
The "majority" of the 21,000 tonnes of waste illegally dumped near Kidlington off the A34 has been cleaned up, Cherwell District Council has said.
Family fun day to be held at Wallingford this Sunday
A family fun day will take place as part of a three-day celebration of traditional pub skittles.
Village's popular gastro pub listed for £800,000 sale
A pub and restaurant based in a village near Oxford and "popular with locals" has been listed for an £800,000 sale by its owner.
Demolished Oxfordshire hotel could become six semi-detached homes
The demolished Oxfordshire Inn hotel in Kidlington could become six semi-detached homes under freshly submitted plans
Rolling Stones rock legend Mick Jagger engaged at 82 years old
Rolling Stones rock legend Sir Mick Jagger is engaged to marry at 82 years old, with the singer recently performing a surprise Oxford pub gig.
UK cruise firm dissolved with all holiday trips cancelled
A UK cruise firm based in Bicester, Oxfordshire, is being dissolved less than two years after it was formed, with all planned sailings cancelled.
Oxford-educated barrister accused of £2m tax dodge worked for Diana
Princess Diana's former tax lawyer has been accused of evading more than £2m in tax payments, a court has been told.
Police warning after incident in Oxfordshire Cotswolds village
Thames Valley Police has issued a statement after the incident in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds village as well as a warning for householders.
Cotswolds schoolboy, 15, dead as family pays moving tribute
A 15-year-old Cotswolds schoolboy has died across the Oxfordshire border, with his family paying tribute.
Rising mortgage problem catching out UK homebuyers as banks slash house valuations
Thousands of prospective homebuyers are discovering a costly problem after agreeing a purchase price: their lender believes the property is worth less than they're paying.
Born after this date? You could wait longer for your DWP State Pension
The state pension age is gradually rising from 66 to 67. Find out which birth dates are affected and when you'll become eligible for payments.
Millions of Nationwide customers receive £100 windfall today - when to expect yours
Millions of Nationwide customers receive £100 windfall today. Here’s who qualifies and what to know about possible tax implications.
New Royal Mint 50p unveiled marking 100 years of iconic children's characters
The final release in a three-coin series from The Royal Mint celebrates friendship with Winnie-the-Pooh, Eeyore, Piglet, and Tigger.
EES delays to continue after reports of 6-hour airport queues - but how long for?
Industry experts have revealed how long Brits can expect EES delays to continue.