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Today I was fortunate to be able to attend the Local Command Unit awards for Thames Valley Police in Oxfordshire. It was a privilege to hear of the selfless actions of officers and support staff. Here’s what I said to the gathered audience of colleagues and family members: Speech for the Awards Ceremony for Thames…
Walking for Justice: The Oxford Legal Walk 2025
Last night, under a beautifully warm Oxfordshire sky, around a hundred of us gathered for the Oxford Legal Walk – a fundraising event in support of free legal advice services across the county. It was a lovely reminder of how many people care deeply about access to justice, and the walk itself was a real…
YouShape
UK Scouting is celebrating YouShape month at the moment. Youth Shaped Scouting takes place all year round – indeed it’s at the very heart of what Scouting is about. Baden-Powell was fond of saying “Ask the boy”, to remind adults of the importance of what educationalists might call the “subsidiarity principle”. (If he…
Donald Trump and the Boy Scouts
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Dear Friends, As I come to the end of my third month in office, June has offered a powerful reminder of what civic life can look like when it’s rooted in visibility, listening, and meaningful collaboration. From Pride flags and pedal cars to peace walks and pizza-fuelled politics, the common thread throughout the month has…
Beats that Build Belief
This evening I joined the opening of Inspire Sounds’ new premises in the heart of Oxford. It was a joy to catch up with Kingsley, Sam and the team – and to see the space heaving with music-makers, youth workers, teachers, social prescribers and industry professionals. The buzz was real. A highlight of the night…
