Property Digest #2
Featuring Property news from FOCUS ORM, Oxford Innovation, Green Unit, Freeths, Oxfordshire LEP, Activate Learning and many more…
New high-spec, garden office launched by offsite company, Green Unit
Offsite construction company, Green Unit, launches its newest modular product range, the STUDIO, which is a high-spec, garden office and studio space. Using their expertise in modern methods of manufacturing and offsite construction, Green Unit has developed the STUDIO which sits alongside its ARC modular building offering as a compact, efficient garden room for all-year-round […]
FCA shines a spotlight on Price Walking
Pricing rules for home and motor insurance changed from 1 January – what does it mean for you?
Essential Estate Planning: Chase de Vere & Freeths event
Join this event on Thursday 20th January, 6.30pm to 7.45pm, covering perhaps the biggest misconception about estate planning: That it is the sole preserve of the wealthy.
OxLEP comment: Oxford United Football Club stadium statement
OxLEP have issued a statement following news that Oxford United Football Club have identified a site for a potential new stadium.
Biotech growth fuelled by Heyford Park Innovation Centre
A biotech start-up founded in the middle of the pandemic by three neuroscientists is expanding at Heyford Park Innovation Centre thanks to their world-leading expertise and access to shared laboratory space.
Work commences on new South Central Institute of Technology hub in...
Work officially started this week on the £3.2 million development of the new South Central Institute of Technology (SCIoT) hub in Oxford.
Trade counter firms targeted as new units set for launch
Work on a new trade counter development at Launton Road, Bicester is well underway.
Meyers Estate Agents Honoured at the Negotiator Awards
Meyers Estate Agents was honoured at the Negotiator Awards www.thenegotiator.co.uk/awards last Friday, from an entry list described as: “the biggest in the history of the Awards.”
Howbery newcomer strides over hurdles to profit
Despite the Covid-19 pandemic having complicated the setting up process for The Equipment Calibration Business, the company is now turning a profit and has settled into Howbery Business Park. The company was set up in October 2019 by Phil Carter, David Castle, Richard Harper and Peter Green, with Richard as the sole director working full-time […]
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East Oxford Community Centre ribbon cutting ceremony celebrates completion of the...
The full redevelopment of East Oxford Community Centre is now complete. This marks the return of a beloved local community venue, boasting additional and more functional community space, a contemporary new look, and lower running costs for the Oxford City Council.
Ad-hoc co-working space and meeting rooms now available at Witney Business...
Witney Business & Innovation Centre (WBIC) is pleased to be providing additional social workspaces to enhance its current business space offerings to meet the needs of the local start-ups and businesses, continuing the legacy of Windrush House being the ‘hub’ of the community.
Careys Construction Campus at Oxford North’s inaugural student cohort celebrates their...
The first students to take part in the pilot Careys Construction Campus at Oxford North, the free three-week training course for people aged 17 years and over, have graduated with flying colours.
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Building Better Businesses: How Values, Culture and Purpose Shape Positive Impact
Hosted by Better Business Ecosystem lead Grant Hayward, B4 Members gathered to explore what it truly means to run a “better business” — one that creates meaningful impact for employees, customers, communities and the wider world. The discussion examined how organisational values, mission-driven thinking and workplace culture shape the way businesses operate and grow. Please see link at the foot of the article to a report from new B4 Members, Designed by Oxygen, which was referenced by Suzie Mills during the session.
HENLEY FESTIVAL’S SPECTACULAR LINE-UP FOR 2026
Henley Festival Presented by Hemani is thrilled to reveal a dazzling line-up for five magical summer nights from 8-12 July 2026 with headliners on its iconic Floating Stage including Boy George & Culture Club, Sugababes, Lulu, and Alex James’ Britpop Classical.
B4 Business Development Ecosystem – Strategic Focus on Winning the Right...
Our recent Business Development Ecosystem, facilitated by the excellent Caroline O’Connor of Fourth Born, brought together business owners and senior business development professionals from sectors including construction, professional services, charities and technology.





