• HOME
  • The Village
    • The Village
    • History
      • Stratton Audley Local History Society
    • Parish Church
    • The Red Lion
    • Local Groups
  • Parish Council
    • The Council
      • Current Councillors
      • Clerk’s Report 2016/2017
      • Objectives for 2017/2018
      • Code of Conduct
      • Standing Orders
      • Powers & Duties
      • Terms & Conditions
    • Accounts & Financial Policies
      • Audited Accounts 2019-2020
      • Accounts 2018/2019
      • Accounts 2017/2018
      • Audited Accounts 2016 – 2017
      • Audited Accounts 2015 – 2016
      • Accounts 2014 / 15
    • Agenda & Minutes
      • 2020/2021 Agendas & Minutes
      • 2019/2020 Agenda & Minutes
      • 2018/2019 Agenda’s & Minutes
      • 2017/2018 Minutes & Agenda’s
      • 2016-17 Agendas and Minutes
      • 2015 / 16 Agenda and Minutes
      • 2014 / 15 Agenda and Minutes
      • 2013 / 14 Agenda and Minutes
      • 2012 / 13 Agenda and Minutes
      • 2011 / 12 Agenda and Minutes
      • Annual Parish Meeting – Agenda and Minutes
    • Procedures & Policies
    • Other Useful Documents
      • Contact Privacy Statement for Stratton Audley Parish Council
      • Freedom of Information
      • Parish Council Safeguarding Policy
      • Village Asset Register
      • Other Useful Links
    • CLP
      • Community Led Plan
      • CLP Events
      • Steering Group
      • ORCC Links
      • The Questionnaire 2015
      • The Plan
  • Services
    • Emergencies/police/electricity/flood
    • Local Churches
    • Council Services
      • Authorities
      • Pot Holes
      • Dog Warden
      • Refuse/ litter/ fly tipping
      • Planning
    • Doctors/Hospitals/Dentists
    • Other Helpful Services
    • Pre Schools
    • Self-catering/B&B
    • Bus/Train/Taxis
    • Vets
  • Calendar
  • Events
  • News
    • News
    • Gallery
    • 100 Club + Latest Winners
    • Past events 2010 to 2012
  • Contact
You are here: Home / News / News Update no 42, 30th December 2020

News Update no 42, 30th December 2020

December 30, 2020 by John

Dear all

Oxford’s AstraZeneca Vaccine Gets Green Light

This is the news we have all been expecting and approval means the vaccine is both safe and effective. The rollout will start on January 4 which coincides with the opening date for the new local vaccination centre at Bicester Heritage. Everyone is being asked to wait until they are contacted for an appointment.

Some key points of interest:

  • Two jabs are required for greatest efficacy. They say that the first jab does not provide protection within the first three weeks (22 days officially) but from this time onwards is thought to be about 70% effective at preventing you from catching the virus
  • The surprise is that thereafter, the longer you leave it before having the second jab (up to a maximum of 12 weeks from the first inoculation) the more effective the protection is likely to be, reaching a level of 80%, and may result in longer protection
  • Priority will be given to the first jab over people being as second jab, so more will get a first jab sooner
  • The JCVI approval committee rejected the use of a full dose followed by a half dose although it showed a 90% efficacy rate of protection, because they felt there was some evidence to suggest this was because of the length of time left between the first and second jabs and not because it was any more effective
  • This vaccine can be used by people with minor allergies but is not recommended for those with a history of severe allergic reactions to any food, drugs or medicine. Consulting your own clinician is advisable. Anyone due to receive their vaccine should continue with their appointment and discuss any questions or medical history of serious allergies with the healthcare professional prior to getting the jab
  • Like all medicines and vaccines, this vaccine can cause side effects. Most of these are mild and short-term, and not everyone gets them.
  • There is every reason to believe that this vaccine will be equally effective against the new more virulent strain of the virus which now accounts for the majority of cases in the UK
  • There is currently not enough data to know whether the vaccine prevents the transmission of the virus
  • The overall word of caution is that we all need to continue to protect ourselves and others (Hands. Face. Mask) even after having the vaccine!

COVID cases in Oxfordshire
Rates are still going up in our area, standing at 1134 active cases in Cherwell today, which is up by 457 from this time last week.

For those that are interested in more precise information on infections, area by area, the link below is useful:

https://coronavirus.data.gov.uk/details/interactive-map

For full details on the rules and regulations visit:

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/local-restriction-tiers-what-you-need-to-know#high-alert

Local Flooding and Ice on the Roads

Just a reminder that there is still flooding in the Bicester Road near to the end where it joins the A4421. It is going down slowly and you can drive through it if you are in a large vehicle, or alternatively perhaps use the Stoke Lyne Road until it drains away. It has been present for a week now and with icy weather now forecast it could become even more hazardous in the next few days.

 

Thames Water have been in attendance, including on Christmas Day, with tankers to take excess water away from the pumping station in the Launton Road. This has been largely successful in keeping the levels down and avoiding sewage seeping into the surrounding private properties. A longer term solution to this annual problem is still required and remains in the pipeline!

Grit Bins for village use

With temperatures falling to below zero it is perhaps worth pointing out, particularly for newer residents, that there are three yellow grit bins located in the village, as shown below. These are not locked and are there to be used by residents as required.

OCC does send a gritter lorry in severe weather conditions but it prioritises main roads so our roads can remain slippery for longer. Please feel free to take your shovel and spread grit on the pavement or road outside your premises. Every little bit helps and everyone will benefit.

Father Christmas

On Christmas Eve as planned, many residents rang bells and other instruments on their doorsteps to usher in the Christmas spirit and as promised, Father Christmas made a fleeting visit through the village collecting hay to feed his reindeer before their long nights work. Well done Father Christmas. It worked its magic!

 

 

Advent Window Trail 2020

Just a reminder to enter the competition to correctly identify all the Advent Windows in the village. Feedback is that they have brought a welcome bit of cheer to the festive season and a big thank you is due to all those who created the myriad of fabulous works of art. All shown on the Stratton Audley Village Facebook site.

The full list of windows is shown below.

Location
1st The Old Dairy, Launton Road
2nd The Red Lion
3rd 10 The Manor (inside the Manor grounds)
4th The Plough House
5th Manor Farm Cottage, Mill Road
7th Greystones, Mill Road
9th Manor Cottage, Mill Road
11th Bay Tree House, Mill Road
13th The Corner House, 1 Cavendish Place
15th Elm Farm
17th 2 Cavendish Place
19th 5 Cavendish Place
20th 14 Cavendish Place
21st Forge Cottage, Cherry Street
22nd 9 Glen Close
23rd Stratton House (opposite the end of Cherry St)
24th The Parish Church of St Mary and St Edburga

 

Baubles and Trees Decorated by Children in the Church Porch

A number of children filled in the blank decorations with some lovely designs.

 

 

Village Bus Service

The withdrawal of the once-a-day bus service for Stratton Audley into Bicester has now been confirmed. In its place, the County Council has agreed to operate the Comet Minibus Service.  The plan is to run a twice-weekly scheduled service through the village which would be free for an initial trial period. This would be between the hours of 10am -2pm with a turnaround time of a couple of hours in Bicester. Unfortunately, as the County is now in Tier 4, all Comet timetable services have been suspended.  The new service will commence once the Covid-19 restrictions are eased by the Government.

In the meantime the Comet dial-a-ride service is available for individual bookings for those that require transport for medical or essential shopping. There is a cost of 75p per mile which works out at under £5 for a round trip into Bicester, which is cheaper than a taxi both ways. The service operates Monday to Friday between the hours of 10am and 2pm.  Should anyone require further information or wish to make a booking please contact the Comet team on 01865 323201.

EWR Local Disruption

Just another reminder that the road that leads to Marsh Gibbon beyond the crossroads remains closed until 15th January. And Station Road from the same point is also subject to some works, so best to avoid if you can.

Collection Point for disposal of Ink Jet cartridges

Please continue to pop your ink jet cartridges into the basket in the Glen Close bus shelter.  Please don’t drop larger toner cartridges off as these are not recycled by the RSPB. If you are not sure if your cartridges are suitable for recycling, you can contact Rachel Dewhurst by email at reehouse0@sky.com

All the best and here’s to the year of recovery.

Filed Under: News, Parish News, Slider

Upcoming Meetings

There are no upcoming events.

Future Village Events

There are no upcoming events.

Recycling

Apr
13
Tue
7:30 am Brown & Blue Bin Collection
Brown & Blue Bin Collection
Apr 13 @ 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
  Read More
Apr
20
Tue
7:30 am Green General Bin Collection
Green General Bin Collection
Apr 20 @ 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
  Read More

Latest News from the Village

News Update no 57, April 10th

April 10, 2021 By John

The Death of the Duke of Edinburgh It is with great sadness that we all received the news today … [Read More...]

News Update no 56, April 2nd

April 4, 2021 By John

Church Services for Easter Sunday A message from Alice Goodall, Rector, Shelswell Benefice: … [Read More...]

News Update no 55, March 26th

March 28, 2021 By John

The latest news and some update items are as follows: Monday Night is Mitra Night Mitra … [Read More...]

Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Filter by Categories
CLP
Featured Stories
News
Parish News
Slider
Uncategorized

Frequently Asked Questions

Who do I report potholes to?
Who do I speak to about dog poo and full bins?
Do you need help with transport?– Volunteer Connect can help
What is the community led plan?
Who's on the Parish council?

Share this page

Facebooktwitterredditmail

Follow Us

Facebook

Join our newsletter

Find out what is happening in your village. Stay up to date with news and events as we share it


    Solve : *
    7 + 1 =

    Find Us!

    Copyright © 2021 · Terms Of Use · Privacy Policy · Web Design: Parish Council Websites

    Copyright © 2021 · Stratton Audley on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in