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District Councillor’s Newsletter – October 2025
SODC Councillor’s Monthly Report to Chalgrove Ward (October 2025)
Published: 9 October 2025

Our District Councillor David Turner presents his monthly report for October 2025. Items this time include:
- Joint Local Plan – The councils’ response to the Planning Inspectors’ findings;
- Illegal scrap metal dealer fined;
- Garden waste permit scheme a success;
- Free and low-cost outdoor activities, creativity and theatrical fun;
- Food and Warmth Grant Scheme launched to support residents this winter;
- Local young stars join the cast of Beauty and the Beast at Cornerstone Arts Centre;
- Council Chief stands down; and
- Community Grants for 2025/26.