Science Vale UK and Oxford are outperforming other parts of the Thames Valley in attracting new businessesn, according to an independent report.

The hotspots, which include Culham, Milton Park and Harwell Campus, proved popular for the life sciences and space technology.

Matt Barber, leader of Vale of White Horse District Council said: “Science Vale UK has the highest concentration of science research facilities and development activity in Western Europe and this report clearly demonstrates that organisations are excited to move here."