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Everyone needs to join in vision for the city’s future By George Welch ROBOTS, driverless cars and virtual reality could become part of our everyday life in 30 years – but until Oxford realises its technological Utopia, the public has the power to shape the vision for the city in 2050. Businesses, schools, technology fi rms and residents have been encouraged to take part in a fiveweek consultation to help formulate a framework for Oxford as the council prepares for its largest period of growth in history. The city is expected to grow from 161,000 people today to 190,000 in the next 33 years – its population was 115,000 33 years ago. Oxford City Council leader Bob Price said: “Experts are predicting huge changes to the way we live, work and travel: driverless cars, robots in the home and augmented high street are just some ideas.” Describing the vision as a ‘statement of intent’, the Labour leader added: “We are the guardians of Oxford today, and handing over ‘that sweet city with her dreaming spires’ is a weighty responsibility.” The consultation, which launched on Monday and will explore the impact of new technologies on the city’s development, asks people for their
thoughts based on five key themes. The fi rst theme this week has been on work and learning, with following weeks to focus on people and community; built and natural environment; transport and connectivity and culture and leisure. With the average age of Oxford being 29.9 years – the youngest median age in England and Wales – more than half the city’s population in 2050 will not yet have been born. Cllr Price said: “Oxford is important. It is the home of the world’s greatest thinkers, the world’s greatest writers and the world’s future leaders. Oxford has a seat at the world’s table. “But to keep us there tomorrow we need to work together today. We want you – residents, businesses, universities – to take part in the creation of this vision statement, so everyone can use it as a marker to drive towards.” Oxford University research will underpin many of the changes in the next 30 years. Dr Phil Clare said: “To maintain our position as a globally leading university we must be part of a successful and sustainable city and we will continue to work with the city council to play an active role in this process.” To comment on the consultation go to oxford2050.com
Pallets go from firewood to fireworks THIS impressive collection of pallets literally went up in smoke on Saturday as part of Oxford Round Table’s 50th annual fireworks extravaganza. The organisation celebrated with a spectacular fireworks display and a mega 50-foot tall bonfire at South Park, Headington Hill. The display was provided by Kimbolton Fireworks, which was responsible for the opening and closing ceremony at the London Olympic Games in 2012. There was also a line-up of live music and local acts and presenters, as well as a food village and a fun fair. Organiser Chris Langston said: “This annual fireworks event has grown bigger and better every year and we are extremely grateful to the community and businesses who have made it such a success over that time. Their support helps us to give more to local charities.” Oxford Round Table has raised more than £1million for charitable causes since 1967.
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