Residents are being reminded by WODC that they can recycle their Christmas tree with their garden waste. Real trees, along with holly, ivy and mistletoe can be put out for recycling after garden waste collections resume from 10 January. There is no need to be signed up for garden waste collections as it can be […]
Christmas bin collections
West Oxfordshire District Council is reminding residents of changes to waste and recycling collections over the festive period. Waste and recycling calendars can be viewed at www.westoxon.gov.uk by simply entering a property postcode on the home page of the council website. In addition, residents can register online for weekly email reminders. Currently over 8,000 people […]
Good practice of clearing autumn leaves
West Oxfordshire District Council collects hundreds of tonnes of fallen leaves from footpaths and streets each autumn helping to prevent flooding during heavy downpours and maintaining a clean and safe environment during the winter months. This work is completed on behalf of the Council by its environmental services provider Ubico Ltd. The company uses mechanical […]
Does the thought of your next heating bill leave you cold?
Talk to the Affordable Warmth Helpline on 0800 107 0044 (free call) for free impartial, expert advice on reducing energy bills, heating your home affordably and efficiently, grants and financial assistance. The ideal, recommended comfortable temperature for most people is 18 – 21°C (65 – 70°F). Anything above 24°C (75°F) is too hot and there’s a risk of high fuel bills. 15°C (60°F) […]
Find out what happens to your food waste
West Oxfordshire residents are invited to a free tour of the Agrivert food waste plant to find out what happens to food leftovers, collected weekly by the Council. Booking is essential for the popular hour-long tour at midday on Tuesday 29 November at the anaerobic digestion plant near Cassington. All food waste in West Oxfordshire […]
Oxfordshire County Council Daytime Care support consultation – have your say
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