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Oxford to Mark Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day

City to honour sacrifices of armed forces with services on 8 and 11 November.

04 November 2026Local

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Oxford Health launches five-year strategy for improved quality of life

New plan focuses on patient-centred care, integrated services, and reducing health inequalities across Oxfordshire.

03 November 2026Society

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Oxford Study on Psilocybin for Depression Reaches Final Participant Milestone

The COMP006 trial at Oxford Health's Clinical Research Facility has completed its final participant visit, marking a significant step in evaluating psilocybin for treatment-resistant depression.

02 November 2026Society

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Blood Test Biomarker Shows Promise in Predicting Psychosis Onset

International study led by Oxford researchers identifies microRNAs that could help predict future development of the disorder.

29 October 2026Technology

Oxford City Council Approves 78 New Affordable Homes

Plans include temporary accommodation for the homeless and social rent flats on underused council land.

29 October 2026Local

Oxford Council Launches New Drop-In Sessions for Neighbourhood Concerns

Residents can now speak directly to the Community Response Team about anti-social behaviour and environmental issues.

29 October 2026Local

Oxford City Council Backs Roadmap for Greener Council Homes

New plan aims to improve energy efficiency and sustainability of 8,000 council homes over the next five years.

29 October 2026Local

Thames Valley Set for Mayoral Strategic Authority Following Government Announcement

Government confirms plans to progress with a new mayoral strategic authority for the Thames Valley region, unlocking investment and powers.

28 October 2026Politics

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Oxford Brookes Announces First Recipients of Public Interest Journalism Fellowship

Freelance journalists Jasmine Owens and Katie Dancey-Downs awarded funding for investigations into critical healthcare and censorship.

28 October 2026Local

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New NHS Clinic in Oxford Transforms Early Psychosis Care

The UK's first Baseline Biomarker Check clinic offers enhanced, standardised assessments to improve diagnosis and treatment for first-episode psychosis.

27 October 2026Society

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Paul Ringer Appointed Associate Non-Executive Director at Oxford Health NHS Trust

Experienced leader in health and social care sectors joins the Trust Board, bringing extensive strategic and partnership expertise.

26 October 2026Local

Oxford Reaches Milestone on 51 New Affordable Homes

Topping out ceremony held for new apartment blocks at former Northfield Hostel site, providing social rent and shared ownership homes.

23 October 2026Local

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