Fantastic to see Labour's budget amendment to secure long stay parking options at Thornhill Park & Ride going out to consultation! We should be making it as easy as possible for people to use Oxford's great public transport links to Heathrow and Gatwick. letstalk.oxfordshire.gov.uk/oxford_thorn...

Glad to hear that the abandoned bike frame I reported at the junction of Howard Street and Iffley Road has now been removed. Help keep our streets clean! Report any abandoned bikes to the City Council via FixMyStreet.com

Thanks @bradtbaines.bsky.social for stopping by our @local.gov.uk Conference stand to have a chat about how #Coop Values & Principles are changing lives in your area. Find out more at councils.coop #OurCoopDifference #LGA26

Great to see the footpath from Rivermead Road to the Sainsbury’s roundabout cut back and sided out following requests by Cllr Ed Turner and myself.

I recently asked @anneliesedoddsmp.bsky.social to write to the Department for Transport about why TVP are unable to retain fine revenues to invest in speeding enforcement. The response was disappointing. Police forces will never prioritise speed enforcement unless they can afford to cover costs.

Great to be back out on the #labourdoorstep in Donnington talking with residents about how to make our area an even better place to live. Always great to speak with people on their doorsteps about the things which matter to them.

It was fantastic to join Iffley residents for a local screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing at the Church Hall yesterday. Climate change is intensifying and requires an ongoing urgent response. Find out more👇 www.nebriefing.org/peb

Oxford's Labour-led City Council is currently consulting on its plans for £8 million of improvements to our historic Covered Market. Find out more below 👇️ This is your last chance to share your views as the consultation closes on 26 June. www.oxford.gov.uk/building-pro...

I am extremely happy to hear that the High Court has granted the County Council an injunction against Raise the Colours. It's right that those who undertake this illegal, unauthorised activity, aimed at intimidating and dividing our community, face the full force of the law.

Authorities across the wider Thames Valley had been working on a new devolution proposal which would have brought new powers and funding to Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Swindon - more jobs, more investment and better transport. 🧵 (1/3)

Another great weekend out talking with residents across the division. A few residents were surprised to see us just a few weeks after the locals. @oxfordlabour.bsky.social are out all year round listening to residents and taking action - not just at election time! 🌹🌹🌹 #onyourside

I am really glad to hear that Oxfordshire County Council has been granted a hearing date of 23rd June for its application for an injunction against Raise the Colours. Robust action needs to be taken against those who break the law to divide our communities. news.oxfordshire.gov.uk/injunction-t...

It was fantastic to attend yesterday's screening of the People's Emergency Briefing on climate change at Oxford Town Hall. Future screenings below 👇️ Bonn Sq Baptist Church - 12 June, 10:30 PM Iffley Church Hall - 20 June, 3 PM South Oxford Community Centre - 5 July, 7:30 PM www.nebriefing.org

I know a great deal of residents who walk or cycle to Sainsbury's via Rose Hill face disruption as a result of the sudden closure of the Cottesmore Rd bridge. This vital link needs to be reopened urgently. Please sign Ed Turner's petition calling for certainty about its future. buff.ly/s5pDUrl

Fantastic to be out yesterday talking with residents in East Oxford with @anneliesedoddsmp.bsky.social. Always great to hear from constituents about what matters most to them.

Fab to see the new perch bench by the Howard Street (southbound) bus stop finally installed. It may have only taken 18 months, but time well spent! A perfect spot to take the weight off whilst waiting for a bus to the Kassam, Wallingford or Reading.

Great to join Anna and Siobhan out in New Hinksey this morning talking with residents. Residents pleased about the swift action to provide additional bins in the Park during the holidays and warm weather. Also, got to check out the future gym on Abingdon Rd!

Reported several spouts of flytipping on my recent walk around of Townsend Sq and Donnington Bridge Rd. These has been reported for removal. Flytipping can be reported on www.fixmystreet.com New community wardens funded by the Labour City Council will clamp down on this.

Fantastic to see the first ‘cycle street’ being introduced in Cambridge. Disappointing that Oxfordshire County Council is only interested in rural routes for its new ‘Quiet Routes’. Barracks Lane and Meadow Lane would be prime candidates for safety improvements.

My thoughts go out to Baltazar's family at this difficult time. Oxford's rivers are a critical part of our City, but they can also be a source of danger. Please follow safety guidance at all times. Water may be deeper/colder than expected. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

From 5-6pm tonight, St Mary’s Church, Iffley will be holding a vigil for Baltazar L’Quy. Baltazar tragically drowned in the Thames on Wednesday. The service is open to everyone - to gather, to reflect and to seek support. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

It’s extremely disappointing but not unexpected that the County would close the Rose Hill / Littlemore footbridge without any notice to local residents or Councillors. OCC needs to do better! We urgently need a timeline for its repair and reopening. news.oxfordshire.gov.uk/diversion-in...

Chaos at County Hall today! An hour after the new Cabinet was presented to Council by the Leader, we find out that Liz Leffman has been dumped by her Lib Dem group and a Special Council meeting will be called to agree a successor. What is going on? news.oxfordshire.gov.uk/leadership-h...

Today is Polling Day! 🗳️🌹 Make sure to vote for your fantastic Labour candidates across South & East Oxford! Siobhan Lancaster - Hinksey Park Ed Turner - Rose Hill & Iffley Ralph Noble - Donnington Toby James - St Mary’s

Fantastic to see New Hinksey’s school street banner this evening when talking to voters in South Oxford. School streets are a critical part of the campaign for safe streets. Walking and cycling will only be the natural choice in Oxford if we make streets safe for kids.

Celebrating more local wins! This time, the new dog waste bin in Meadow Lane Nature Reserve funded using my Councillor Priority Fund. Help keep our area tidy by binning your dog’s waste. In Oxford you can also use any general litter bin!

Great to see the newly refurbished bench on Iffley Turn secured by Ed Turner and myself. I have always thought this is a beautiful space to sit, especially in the spring sun! ☀️ 🌸

Lovely weather this morning whilst out talking with residents across South Oxford ☀️ On May 7, residents in Hinksey Park to elect the fantastic Siobha Lancaster as their next City Councillor. As a longtime local resident, Siobhan will be a great addition to the local team.

Fantastic to join Lord Mayor Louise Upton and ward colleagues at the official opening of Kelpie Coffee on the Abingdon Road ☕️ Great to welcome a new independent business to South Oxford. Having tested the wonderful coffee, I can see this becoming a local favourite!

Pavement parking 🅿️ is a frequent complaint on the doorstep. Too often pedestrians, parents and disabled people are being forced out into the road🧑‍🦽‍➡️🚸 The new powers for local councils announced by the Labour Government cannot come soon enough.

I greatly welcome the County Council issuing a formal notice to ‘Raise the Colours’ to cease their illegal activity in Oxfordshire (albeit slowly). We are a proud, inclusive and diverse country. No one should abuse our national symbols to intimidate and stoke division.

A fantastic weekend talking to residents across the division. Come rain or shine your Labour Councillors are out talking with people about the things that matter to them and taking action to make South and East Oxford a better, fairer place to live.

Donnington Tenants' and Residents' Association and Donnington Doorstep have organised a planting day for the new community garden on 17 April. I know members of the community have worked really hard on this. Please join if you can!

Labour has just released the biggest single funding allocation to deliver more places for children with SEND. With more money for specialist places and more training for teachers, brick by brick, Labour is building a system where every child can achieve and thrive. www.gov.uk/government/n...

Another fanatic morning with Siobhan out talking to residents in Grandpont. Really enjoying the spring weather ☀️🕶️ The local Labour team will be taking up local issues around litter, bin collection and antisocial behaviour.

Oxfordshire County Council is hosting another Democracy Café in on Thursday 19 March, from 5:30pm - 7.00pm at The Old Fire Station. This is a fantastic opportunity for 18-30s from Oxford and the surrounding area to come together and discuss the issues that to them.

We didn’t manage to escape bad weather this time! ☔️ Nevertheless, lots of pleasant conversations on the doorstep in New Hinksey this afternoon. #labourdoorstep

Great to be out again with Siobhan, Naomi and colleagues in Hinksey Park. Some lovely conversations with residents. We also greatly enjoyed the spring sun ☀️ Lots of praise for our ambitious Labour-led City Council, which is focused on building a fairer, greener City! 🌹

I recently joined @anneliesedoddsmp.bsky.social in visiting Donnington Bridge. We need urgent certainty from the County Council about the future of the bridge and restoration of the No.46. Show your support by signing our petition ✍️ www.change.org/p/tell-oxfor...

Fantastic to join Friends of Iffley Village last night for a public meeting on the new Side Road Entry Treatment at Upper Iffley Turn. I’m glad that changes are planned to the junction with more expected following a Road Safety Audit. I will keep pushing for adjustments.

We are still yet to get an answer from Oxfordshire County Council on whether the necessary funding available to reinforce or reinforce or replace Donnington Bridge. Similarly, we have no news on restoring the No 46. Help the call for answers ✍️ www.change.org/p/tell-oxfor...

I regularly receive complaints about speeding on residential roads across my electoral division. Speeding is also a regular issue raised on the doorstep. Help remind drivers to slow down by getting your FREE 20 IS PLENTY stickers at: www.20splenty.org/oxon_wbs

The junction of Oswestry Road and Abingdon Road is set to be closed from 30 March - 1 April for essential pipe maintenance. This is a 24 hour road closure. For further information contact: Go Traffic Management on 01787 237509 or email: [email protected].

A positive afternoon out in Iffley talking with residents. Potholes and cycleways high on the agenda. I was glad to be able to say that the Labour Government is providing £167 million to help fix our roads. Looking forward to seeing residents at Thursday’s public meeting!

Great to join Siobhan and Labour colleagues out talking with residents in Grandpont this morning. A bit chilly 🥶 but lots of good chats about local issues and Labour’s proud record both in Hinksey Park and on the City Council 🌹

Earlier this week I spoke to BBC Radio Oxford about the urgent need for certainty on the future of Donnington Bridge and restoration of the No 46 bus across it. We need answers. Residents cannot afford years of further disruption.

Residents cannot wait another two years for restoration of a bus service across Donnington Bridge. Sign the petition ✍️ www.change.org/fixdonningto...

Good to meet this afternoon with concerned residents regarding pedestrian safety on the Thames Towpath. The limited proposed signage by the County Council does not go far enough. We need to be looking at path widths, tactile surfaces and clearer sight lines to improve safety.

The County Council has said that Donnington Bridge needs to be reinforced or replaced. I’m calling on the County Council to commit to doing everything necessary to keep the bridge open, including restoring the No 46 bus. Sign the petition ✍️ www.change.org/fixdonningto...

Fantastic to join colleagues out talking to residents in St Ebbe’s this morning. Lots of positive conversations about the work we’re doing to clean up the estate, including tackling litter, flytipping and antisocial behaviour.