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There’s only one Oxfordshire – on council reorganisation
Comment, Local Government, Oxfordshire Matthew Barber Comment, Local Government, Oxfordshire Matthew Barber

There’s only one Oxfordshire – on council reorganisation

In what is set to be Oxfordshire’s greatest political upheaval in a generation, the organisational map of the country is set to be redrawn. The Oxford Clarion have allowed me to use their virtual pages to set out my perspective, of having previously supported three council but now being convinced of the need for a single Oxfordshire council.

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Share your experience in my local business survey
Oxfordshire, Business Matthew Barber Oxfordshire, Business Matthew Barber

Share your experience in my local business survey

The majority of people are employed by small to medium sized businesses, which are the lifeblood of the economy. As Police & Crime Commissioner I know that crime can affect businesses, but I also recognise that low crime and a thriving economy go hand in hand. So I am asking you to take just a couple of minutes to share your experiences.

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