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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝

@bradtbaines.bsky.social
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Labour & Co-op County Councillor for Isis 🌹🐝 School Governor. Trade unionist. Passionate cyclist. #BikeIsBest Thoughts my own.

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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
Another fantastic session talking with residents in East Oxford! Great to hear local peoples’ hopes for our area and how we can make Oxford and even better place to live. Will be taking up issues raised, including speeding, street cleaning and bike theft. #labourdoorstep #ForUs
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
Great to be out this morning delivering my follow-up letter to residents in Townsend Square. Help us stop flytipping on the Donnington estate and contamination of communal bin stores by emailing incidents and evidence to saferoxford@oxford.gov.uk. #Oxford #OnYourSide #ForUs
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Andy Burnham’s Labour Government has announced new powers for Oxford City Council to bring empty homes into use and help get local families into a safe and secure place to live. Labour is working hard to restore pride in our neighbourhoods and deliver fresh hope for our country.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
Two fantastic sessions out talking with residents in East Oxford with @anneliesedoddsmp.bsky.social about Labour’s plan for Hope Again under @andyburnham.bsky.social 🌹🌹🌹 VAT off energy bills, £2 bus fares and a new National Care Service. Real change people can feel. #LabourDoorstep #ForUs
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
PLEASE HELP IF YOU CAN! Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service are collecting children's bikes to support local school bike libraries, on 10 October from 10am-12pm at the Slade Park Fire Station Donated bikes will go to bike libraries at St Francis, St Ebbe's and St Frideswide Primary schools.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Our next step is getting spades in the ground with supporting funding from Government and local developers. Another key reason why we need a new Mayoral Authority - as they have in Cambridge! (3/3) Find out more 🔗 👇️ buff.ly/WYFXguX
oxfordshire.gov.uk
Oxford Greenways: connecting communities by active travel | Oxfordshire County Council
A network of walking, wheeling and cycling routes linking Oxford with nearby towns and villages.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
By providing high quality cycling routes from nearby towns and villages into Oxford we can ensure there are more options for people to get into Oxford, without putting extra pressure on local roads. It's good for public health, congestion and the environment! (2/3)
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Fantastic to see plans for new 'greenway' cycling routes across Oxfordshire. These new detailed plans would not be possible without the £200,000 secured by Labour County Councilors - building on funding from the Labour-led City Council and Oxford University. 🧵 (1/3)
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Fantastic to be out with @anneliesedoddsmp.bsky.social and the team talking with residents in Iffley this morning. Lots of positive discussions about how we build a fairer, greener future for our City - affordable homes, safer streets and a good start for every child. 🌹🌹🌹 #LabourDoorstep #ForUs
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Almost 300 people have signed my petition to Oxford Bus Company calling on them to rethink their decision to cut South Oxford’s stopping service to the station. X15 services will now terminate at Westgate. Will you join them? ✍️ www.change.org/p/tell-oxfor...
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Tell Oxfordshire County Council: Save Our Bus to the Rail Station
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
PETITION - REVERSE THE WITHDRAWL OF STOPPING SERVICES TO RAIL STATION Widespread timetable changes means that South Oxford will no longer have any stopping services through to the railway station. Please sign my petition asking Oxford Bus Company to think again. buff.ly/rQ4fsoi
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Tell Oxfordshire County Council: Save Our Bus to the Rail Station
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Great to be back in my old stomping grounds of MK with @mklabour.bsky.social, this time campaigning for the amazing Tracey Bailey in New Bradwell. Lots of support on the doors. The circumstances of this contest are so sad. Shanika will continue to be missed by the whole Labour family.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Fantastic to be out this morning talking with residents in East Oxford. Lots of constructive conversations about how we make our area a prettier, safer and fairer place to live. Will be taking up these suggestions with the City and County Councils as usual. #labourdoorstep
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
The newly installed signals at the Rose Hill / Littlemore Roundabout have resulted in significant disruption to traffic flows, with long tailbacks. This threatens slowing down 3A services. I have written alongside fellow local Councillors to press the County for action.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Don’t forget to join SOAP for their Summer Chill Out fundraiser TOMORROW! Drop by anytime 12 - 4pm
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
I don’t often comment on international affairs but today’s announcement by the Foreign Secretary is extremely welcome. The international community must act urgently to protect a two-state solution and the inalienable right of the Palestinian people to a safe, secure homeland 🇵🇸
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
A lovely morning out with the Hinksey Park team talking with residents in New Hinksey ☀️🕶️ Lots of positive conversations on Labour’s local plans to build more affordable homes, stand up for private renters as well as fix our roads and pavements🌹 #labourdoorstep #onyourside
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Great to be out talking with residents in Iffley Fields this morning about how we can make East Oxford an even better place to live. Lots of concern at the delay to the new proposed Iffley Road crossing at Jackdaw Lane. We urgently need this Labour-funded crossing delivered.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
I am pleased that the County Cabinet Member for Transport has approved an experimental scheme to tackle rat running down the Rose Hill sliproad at this morning's CMD. Urgent action is needed to stop this dangerous behaviour which has already led to several serious accidents.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
🍍 DONT MISS SOAP’s Annual Summer Chill Out on Sunday 13 September (12-4pm).* 🥳 Come along for a slice of cake and coffee, a cool beer or Pimms, and a burger. Everybody's welcome and all funds raised will help keep SOAP open and free.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Another fantastic weekend out talking with residents about how we can make South & East Oxford an even better place to live! We managed to miss the rain (mostly) ☔️ This week saw flytipping, speeding and ASB high on the agenda. Will be taking these up as usual!
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Two years on residents are still waiting for answers on when Donnington Bridge will be reinforced or replaced and when it will once again be served by buses. I will continue to bang the drum on this until we get answers. www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/2648685...
oxfordmail.co.uk
Birthday cake served with slice of frustration at lack of bus services for two years
A birthday cake was served with a side of frustration to mark two years without bus services.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Residents are still feeling the pain of the rerouting of the No.46 - cutting them off from schools, GPs and local shops. After fighting hard to secure the 46, I will continue standing up for residents and pushing for the restoration of this vital route.
oxfordmail.co.uk
Anniversary of disruption as all buses banned from bridge for two years
Donnington Bridge was closed to heavy vehicles and buses for an emergency investigation into structural problems two years ago today.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
This week marks two years since the emergency weight restriction was imposed on Donnington Bridge and the No.46 was rerouted away from Donnington and South Oxford. Residents are still waiting for answers on when the bus service will be restored and the bridge reinforced.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Fantastic to talk to the wonderful residents of Iffley Fields this evening - hearing local views about how we make Oxford an even better place to live. Affordable care, buses under public control and investment in high quality local services - all Labour priorities 🌹
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
🗑️More flytipping spotted in Townsend Square I have reported this latest dump of rubbish and flagged ongoing concerns about the frequency of flytipping in this area. Help keep our area tidy by reporting flytipping on FixMyStreet.com and offenders to saferoxford@oxford.gov.uk
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Pavement parking remains a common concern across South & East Oxford. That's why I asked @anneliesedoddsmp.bsky.social to write to Government about the new powers coming to local authorities. These new powers for councils to take action on problem parking cannot come soon enough.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Another lovely few hours out talking with residents in Grandpont this morning about how we can make South Oxford an even better place to live. Had to call in at the Slow and Steady afterwards for a refreshing drink. Take care folks it’s hot out there 🥵☀️
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
I will never stop banging the drum for urgent action to reinforce Donnington Bridge and re-opening it to bus services. Communication by the County Council needs to be better. We urgently need a clear timeline for the bridge’s repair.
oxfordmail.co.uk
Oxford bridges 'neglect' slammed amid emergency restriction with 'no clear' end
An emergency restriction on Donnington Bridge, Oxford, for two years, concerns "about the lack of any clear timeline" for…
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Lots of positive conversations out on the doorstep in Iffley Fields this morning. One of the things I enjoy most about being a councillor is talking with residents all year round about the issues which matters to them. #OnYourSide #labourdoorstep
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Great to see the overall statistics moving in the right direction, but this week's tragic death of a cyclist on Iffley Road shows there is far more to do. Safety concerns remain one of the key cited barriers to walking and cycling more in Oxfordshire. www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/2644051...
oxfordmail.co.uk
Road deaths and serious injuries at lowest level in Oxfordshire since rise of car
Fewer people are being killed or seriously injured on Oxfordshire roads, new figures from the Department for Transport show.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
I am delighted that the Oxford Mail is continuing to draw attention to the lack of clarity about the future of Donnington Bridge. Residents need certainty that the necessary funding will be put in place to restore this vital infrastructure!
oxfordmail.co.uk
Replacement for Oxford bridge could cost £30m
A replacement for Donnington Bridge could cost up to £30m, as Oxfordshire County Council asks the government for £8m to repair it.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
I am horrified to hear about last night’s collision, in which another cyclist has died after being hit by a driver. Speeding remains a frequent concern on doorsteps. The Police need to take the threat of urban speeding seriously. We need enforcement! www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
bbc.co.uk
Dangerous-driving arrest after cyclist dies in Oxford crash
A 65-year-old man dies in a collision on Iffley Road, Oxford, late on Tuesday evening.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
It was a pleasure to attend today’s dedication ceremony of Emily’s Playground. The St Ebbe’s playground has been upgraded following a generous donation by Emily’s family. What a fitting tribute. It will be opening shortly. The surface needs cooler weather to set properly.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Your friendly reminder that for the whole of August under 16s travel FREE on buses as part of the Labour Government's Summer Savings Scheme! 🚌 🚌 www.mirror.co.uk/news/politic...
mirror.co.uk
Free bus travel for children in England starts today for an entire month
Children aged five to 15 can travel free on most local buses across England throughout August as part of the Government's Great British Summer Savings scheme, aimed at easing cost-of-living pressures…
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Labour remains opposed to cuts by the Lib Dem County Council to the money that can be retained by vulnerable disabled people whilst receiving care. Those on the highest levels of support could lose over a quarter of their remaining disability benefits. www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/2641903...
oxfordmail.co.uk
'Nobody knows what's coming' warning as Oxfordshire makes 'first' of many cuts
"Nobody knows what's coming," an Oxfordshire representative warns, as leaders describe "awful" cuts as "the…
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Great to see TVP taking bolder action to tackle illegally modified e-bikes on our streets. These pose a clear risk to other road users.
oxfordmail.co.uk
Police have new weapon to stop e-bikes and e-scooters
Police forces across the UK are using new 'SmartTag' technology as part of a crackdown on e-bikes, e-scooters and motorcycles.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
I hope the application is successful. This vital lifeline for reinforcement of Donnington Bridge is only possible as a result of the £1 billion put in place by Labour to repair our aging infrastructure after 14 years of Tory and Lib Dem austerity. (3/3)
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
The effects of rerouting the Number 46 continue to be significant on those who relied on it to travel to school, GPs, Cowley Centre or Hinksey Pool. We urgently need this vital bus route restored. The 46A shuttle is welcome, but is far from a suitable replacement. (2/3)
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Oxfordshire County Council has submitted an application for £8 million to the UK Government's Structures Fund to reinforce Donnington Bridge. This is extremely welcome. Residents urgently need certainty about the future of Donnington Bridge. 🧵 (1/3)
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
You can find out more about the proposed traffic filters trial 👇️ 🔗 buff.ly/w7oL5Ar
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Oxford traffic filters | Oxfordshire County Council
Traffic filters trial will be a new way to reduce traffic congestion in and around Oxford.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
The County Council are hosting a drop-in event on the traffic filters on Friday 7 August, 12-3pm! You’ll be able to ask questions, find out how the scheme will work, plan your journeys, learn about travel choices and get advice on applying for a permit (bring your ID).
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Bajewa Superstore on the Abingdon Road has been stripped of its alcohol license following an investigation by Trading Standards which found illegal tobacco and dangerously stored fireworks.
oxfordmail.co.uk
Oxford convenience shop hit by another problem after investigation
An Oxford convenience shop has been hit by another problem as it is set to have its alcohol licence revoked.
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Thames Valley Police are asking for residents' views on policing priorities for South East Oxford, covering Cowley, Iffley, Rose Hill, Littlemore and the Leys. Please fill in their survey. forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/Respon...
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
It is disappointing that SGN have announced that gas works will see the opening of the Botley Road delayed by a further 4-6 weeks. The continued closure is extremely disruptive. Pleased that @anneliesedoddsmp.bsky.social is pressing for works to be completed urgently.
networkrail.co.uk
Oxfordshire Connect - Network Rail
We’re expanding Oxford station. The new station will be bigger and better for users and will allow for more train services
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Given this significant cost of living relief, I have written to the County Council asking them to reconsider their proposed hike to MyBus fares and what additional targeted fare discounts they can offer to children and low income families. (2/2)
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
I am really pleased that @andyburnham.bsky.social has taken immediate steps to put more money in people’s pockets by capping bus fares at £2 from January. This is especially importing given concerns about young people in Oxford skipping meals to afford their bus fare. (1/2)
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Fantastic to see Labour's budget amendment to secure long stay parking options at Thornhill Park & Ride going out to consultation! We should be making it as easy as possible for people to use Oxford's great public transport links to Heathrow and Gatwick. letstalk.oxfordshire.gov.uk/oxford_thorn...
letstalk.oxfordshire.gov.uk
Oxford: Thornhill & Oxford Parkway P&R - proposed 'Long-stay' parking amendments
We're asking for your views on the proposal to introduce two new tariffs at the Thornhill Park & Ride (P&R) facility to accommodate long stay parking, which is being put forward as a result of…
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Cllr Brad Baines 🌹🐝 @bradtbaines.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Glad to hear that the abandoned bike frame I reported at the junction of Howard Street and Iffley Road has now been removed. Help keep our streets clean! Report any abandoned bikes to the City Council via FixMyStreet.com
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Cooperative Councils’ Innovation Network @coopcouncils.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Thanks @bradtbaines.bsky.social for stopping by our @local.gov.uk Conference stand to have a chat about how #Coop Values & Principles are changing lives in your area. Find out more at councils.coop #OurCoopDifference #LGA26
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