What is SmartWater?

SmartWater is a colourless liquid that fluoresces yellow under ultra-violet (UV) light and contains a unique forensic fingerprint.

SmartWater provides proof of ownership, linking property to the rightful owner and criminals to a crime scene.

Where is SmartWater used?

 Homes 

Electrical goods, jewellery and other valuables are being marked in domestic properties.

Utilities

Electrical and water companies protect sub stations, cable and other metals.

Insurance

Church roofs, vehicles and even musical instruments are all being marked.

Railways

Electricity cable and earthing bonds at trackside are being marked.

Haulage

SmartWater is protecting HGV drivers and their loads from hi-jack and theft.

Finance

Cash in transit companies and banks are protecting staff and money.

Equestrian  

Saddles, horse boxes and other equipment is SmartWater protected.

Retail

Shops and supermarkets protect stock, cigarette kiosks and alcohol displays.

Machinery

Farms, factories and plant hirers are marking vehicles and machinery.

Fly-Tipping

Councils are marking domestic and commercial waste to deter fly-tippers.

Marine

Individuals and clubs are protecting  boats, yachts and equipment.

Who is looking for SmartWater?

Police Forces worldwide are trained to look for SmartWater. Second hand dealers, scrap merchants and metal recyclers are working with the Police and are scanning goods and metals brought onto their premises with UV equipment to identify stolen property.

If you want to know more, join your local Neighbourhood Watch group to get SmartWater at a discounted rate

SmartWater is recommended by the police. For more details of the product click here

Every day a number of cycle bikes are stolen from in and around Oxford city. Thames Valley Police are tackling the problem but ask for your help by following our Bike Security Tips.

• Register your bike with bikeregister.com for free. Phone 0800 587 4739 or email support@bikeregister.com
• Keep your BikeRegister logbook in a safe place.
• Use two good quality Sold Secure (www.soldsecure.com) approved locks to secure your bike.
• Don’t leave your bike in isolated places.
• Park safely and considerately; never leave your bike in a place where it will be a danger or obstruction to others.
• Always lock your bike when leaving it, even if it’s only for a few minutes.
• Secure your bike to proper stands or robust street furniture.
• Lock your bike through the frame, not the wheels. Secure or remove wheels.
• Remove smaller parts and accessories that can’t be secured, especially lights, pumps and quick-release saddles.
• Take a photo of your bike and upload to BikeRegister.com

APP/G3110/A/12/2187530

Re  application 12/01926/FUL REFUSAL  for the erection of a 2 storey dwelling

7 Stephen Road

Decision by Inspector:  The appeal is dismissed.

Just two applications this week relating to properties in Lime Walk and Headley Way.

Please click the  Planning Applications tab on the top toolbar for more details and do feel free to ask your ward councillors for advice and information  on the planning process.

20′s plenty – but is it      enforced?

You may have heard County Cllr Roz Smith speaking about the Community Speedwatch campaign in Headington on BBC Radio Oxford this morning.

Want to know more?

Try this link to Thames Valley Police’s website

A meeting was held yesterday evening by the Headington Neighbourhood Forum to hear an update on the work the Interim Steering Group has been doing:

• Held 3 meetings
• Set up working groups on constitution, maps, website/social media  and on a public consultation exercise at the Headington Festival 2/6/13
• Held meetings with City officers, and established links with Rachel Williams (Headington’s Planning Policy link officer), and Luke Nipen who will set up and monitor the City’s contract with  OCVA and ORCC for advice and guidance on public consultation and funding sources
• Compiled a database of people who attended the first public meeting, wrote to the Neighbourhood Forum and expressed interest, and those who came to the last Forum meeting

A lively debate focused on a draft constitution, the proposed map and boundaries, and the relationship between the major institutions, employers, students, employees and residents on the proposed Neighbourhood Forum and Steering Committee. For progress with the Headington Plan, click here (links to the Headington Neighbourhood Plan website)

Eight delegated decisions on planning applications have been released by the City Council. 8 were approved, and 2 were refused (including one for a parking permit for a car-free flat).

For more details please click the Latest Planning Decisions tab at the top of the screen

Parking on double yellow lines and permit permitted areas is the responsibility of the civil enforcement team so if you have any complaints or concerns then contact them on 0845 3371198 or email: parking@oxfordshire.gov.uk 

Tories have lost overall control of Oxfordshire County Council after 8 years, at the elections held last Thursday 2nd May. Liberal Democrats have gained 1 seat overall taking the number of Lib Dems on the council from 10 up to 11. The County Council has reduced the number of seats from 74 to 63 after boundary changes, however, Liberal Democrats have held on to all of their Liberal Democrat councillors who were re-standing and gained 3 new ones.

All the County results can be found at this link 

Liberal Democrat Leader Zoé Patrick who retained her seat in the 2-member division of Grove and Wantage said:

We are delighted that we have fought a hard campaign which has resulted in more Liberal Democrats at County Hall. We have shown that hard-working councillors with a long track record have been re-elected and will continue to represent their communities. The Tories have now lost their grip and our voices will have to be heard. Things are going to be a lot different now and we look forward to making sure we do our best for the residents of Oxfordshire.