Oxford Mail | Editorial Comment

COMMENT: Life on the edge

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:30:00 +0000

EVERYONE is entitled to choose their own lifestyle, particularly if it does not place a burden on the taxpayer.

COMMENT: Web connection is vital

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:30:00 +0000

As one businessman in Wallingford rightly points out: “In the past, the internet was a luxury but nowadays it’s just as important as using the phone.”

COMMENT: A salute of thanks to our firefighters

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:30:00 +0000

Again and again, it all boils down to one thing – respect. And when you read today’s story on just how firefighters managed to save a 900-year-old church in Charlbury, you’ll agree.

COMMENT: Take a chance

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0000

Yes, it’s Valentine’s Day. And this year, of course, February is especially romantic as it boasts 29 days, meaning women can propose to men.

COMMENT: Dilemma is a real drag for the council

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0000

Oxfordshire councils find themselves on the horns of a moral dilemma.

COMMENT: A true inspiration

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0000

We hope ex-serviceman Phil Packer’s story serves as an inspiration.

COMMENT: Complacency that is truly breathtaking

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0000

THE stories on page two and page five today about the respective failings of the police and mental health services once again raise questions about complacency within our public services.

Complacency that is truly breathtaking

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:37:16 +0000

The stories on page two and page five today about the respective failings of the police and mental health services once again raise questions about complacency within our public services.

COMMENT: Plenty of drive

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:30:00 +0000

More cheerfully, a new version of a 50-year-old British classic is not being made abroad, but by a small firm in Steventon.

COMMENT: Case undoes a lot of hard work

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0000

When it comes to rogues, you can almost always be sure that landlords and letting agents will feature prominently in any top 10 list.