The Leys Labour Councillors

26/08/2026

21/08/2026

For all those picking up their GCSE and tech awards today - good luck!

I hope you get what you were hoping for.

If not, there’s help available at oxme.info through their Results Day Hub.

21/08/2026

Absolutely fantastic to be out on the Oxford & District Labour Party doorstep again, in Blackbird Leys doorknocking and checking in with residents to see how they’re doing and whether they need any support. ❤️

Always a pleasure to be out with The Leys Labour Councillors , listening to our community and making sure residents’ voices are heard.

Love what we do, serving our communities, listening, supporting and making a difference. 🌹

15/08/2026

11/08/2026

⚠️ Port Meadow should not look like this ❌

We're reminding residents and visitors to dispose of their rubbish responsibly and help keep Port Meadow and the city's other parks and green spaces clean.

With warm weather expected to continue and with increased visitor numbers over the forthcoming August Bank Holiday weekend, we're encouraging everyone enjoying Oxford's outdoor spaces to use the bins provided or take their litter home.

Port Meadow is one of Oxford's most treasured open spaces, attracting thousands of visitors throughout the year. However, litter left behind after picnics, celebrations and day trips can have a serious impact on both the environment and local wildlife.

Litter can have devastating consequences for animals that live in or graze on Port Meadow. In recent years, two cows, including a seven-month-old calf, died after eating plastic bags, balloons and other discarded rubbish.

Only last week a bag of litter was dumped, and serious harm was only averted by the vigilance of the public and quick action of staff. Other grazing cattle and horses have suffered injuries from broken glass, while Council and ODS staff have rescued swans that became entangled in litter left behind by visitors.

Barbeques and fires are strictly forbidden on the Meadow. A dedicated barbeque area is provided at Wolvercote Picnic Area, accessed of Godstow Road.

Spending time outdoors, whether exercising, socialising or simply enjoying nature, is known to benefit both physical and mental wellbeing. Keeping these spaces clean helps ensure the whole community can enjoy them throughout the year.

Visitors should also be aware that dropping litter is an offence. Anyone caught littering could receive a Fixed Penalty Notice of £150.

Help protect Port Meadow and the city's green spaces by thinking twice before dropping rubbish and taking pride in keeping Oxford clean and green.

10/08/2026