Oxford

A34 Oxford multi-vehicle collision statement from police

The crash, involving a lorry and two cars, occurred on the southbound route of the A34 shortly after 2pm today (Thursday, January 11) .
It took place between Peartree Interchange and the Botley Interchange, causing long and ongoing delays.
South Centra…

Oxford High Street bus gate restrictions are suspended

The closure of the Abingdon[1] Road due to flooding, combined with the continued closure of Botley Road at the rail bridge has prompted the county council to open the High Street to all traffic 24 hours a day.
Ordinary traffic is usually banned from us…

Botley Road works not delayed by flooding say train bosses

Water levels have risen across Oxford[1] following rainfall from Storm Henk with Botley Road among the routes which have had surface water.
It comes as the key road into the city is closed to traffic at the rail bridge as the rail authority works on a …

HMV blames ‘lack of investment in Boston’ for store closure

A major entertainment retailer blamed a “lack of investment” in a Lincolnshire town for its decision to close a store. HMV will be closing up shop in Pescod Square in Boston[1] for the second time, having reopened the store in 2018.
Staff have been not…

Botley Road works ‘not delayed by flooding’, say train bosses

Water levels have risen across Oxford[1] following rainfall from Storm Henk with Botley Road among the routes which have had surface water.
It comes as the key road into the city is closed to traffic at the rail bridge as the rail authority works on a …

A34 part blocked near Oxford after two-lorry crash

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Oxford Abingdon Road pumped out amid road closures

The county[1] council has been considering which roads should be shut and said Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is providing “high value pumping” to restrict the level of water.
There will be some high value pumping. (Image: Anna Railton)
Abingdon R…

Manchester trains hit by delays after tragedy on the tracks

Manchester rail commuters are likely to face delays or cancellations on train services today after a person sadly died after being found on train tracks.
Emergency services were called to Widnes railways station, at around 10.45am on Friday, January 5….

Oxford Botley Road folk warned of night-time work disruption

For the next two weeks, Network Rail will work extended hours as part of its long-running £161 million project to improve Oxford’s railway station.
It could mean more sleepless nights for residents who have endured months of disruption since Botley Roa…

Botley Road folk warned of night-time work over next 2 weeks …

For the next two weeks, Network Rail will work extended hours as part of its long-running £161 million project to improve Oxford’s railway station.
It could mean more sleepless nights for residents who have endured months of disruption since Botley Roa…