That's all for today from BBC Local Live in Oxfordshire.
We'll be back again from 08:00 tomorrow with the latest news, sport, weather and travel updates from across the county.
Tonight's TV
BBC South Today
Coming up on South Today this evening: People in Didcot speak of their shock and sorrow after a triple murder in the town.
And Olympic gold medallist Victoria Pendleton launches a new initiative to get girls into sport.
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New striker for U's
Oxford United have confirmed the signing of Portsmouth striker Ryan Taylor on a two-year deal.
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Taylor, who turned 27 earlier this month, has been a known target of Michael Appleton for several weeks and formally rejected a new contract at Pompey a week ago.
Chance of frost
Alexis Green
Weather presenter, BBC South Today
Tonight will remain dry with clear spells. The odd mist or fog patch is a possibility.
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The winds will be light so there is the chance of a frost in the countryside. Temperatures in urban areas will drop to around 4C (39F).
Toys, flowers and cards are continuing to be laid at Vicarage Road in Didcot, near the home of six-year-old girl Derrin Jordon, her mother Janet and her partner Philip Howard, 44, who were stabbed to death at the weekend.
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The murder suspect Jed Allen was later found dead in woodland in Oxford.
Ribbons have also been tied to lampposts in remembrance of the victims.
New college building named
The Oxford University building created by Zaha Hadid has been unveiled and named the Investcorp Building.
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The £11m structure was commissioned by St Antony's College to provide much-needed space for its Middle East Centre.
Latest headlines
Roz Tappenden
BBC South
The top stories on Local Live this afternoon include:
Police investigating a triple murder in Didcot are looking to obtain CCTV from local businesses close to where the incident took place
An adult social care service in Oxfordshire has been found to "require improvement" after a report by the Care Quality Commission
Val Smith's funeral has taken place this morning, the former Blackbird Leys councillor
Handy punter
Nick Piercey
Afternoon presenter, BBC Radio Oxford
Dom Jolly has been in the studio, reminiscing about his first year of living in Oxford in the late 1970s, describing it as an idyllic summer of picnics and watching cricket.
He said: "I've never taken my kids punting and I'm quite a handy punter, so to speak. If there's any sun this summer, I will taken them down the Cherwell Boathouse."
Earlier we asked whether certain items of clothing should be banned in the workplace? This is after the Australian civil service banned onesies.
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David Stimpson replied on our Facebook page: "It depends on where you work ...Have to design a onesie for us Butchers ...but i cannot see us wearing them .."
Kimberley Gann said: "Clothes are clothes... Shouldn't matter what you wear as long as your wearing something..."
Bank holiday blooms
Becca Collacott in Headington sent us this photo of some beautiful pink flowers she spotted over the bank holiday weekend.
Compensation of £68,000 from British Steel has been given to a Didcot man after he suffered extensive asbestos exposure at work and went on to be diagnosed with cancer.
John Rowlatt was an electrician working for Stewart and Lloyds - a company which later became British Steel in 1967.
He had been tasked with cutting large numbers of asbestos sheets during his work on boilers and pipes.
X-rays later showed a thickening of the lungs as a consequence of the exposure.
Ribbons of remembrance
Paul Jenner
BBC Radio Oxford
People have begun decorating the town of Didcot with coloured ribbons to remember the victims found dead in their home on Saturday.
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Severe delays on M40
BBC Travel
On the M40, there's a lane blocked on the exit slip road to the roundabout and slow traffic southbound at junction 9, for the A34 (Bicester), because of a broken down coach.
Congestion is stretching back to junction 10, for the A43 (Brackley).
A book publisher in Oxford has been forced to close after a car reversed into the building, leaving it unsafe.
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The incident, at Barefoot Books in Summertown, caused damage to the building's kitchen.
Councillor's funeral
BBC Radio Oxford
The funeral has been taking place of long-standing city and county councillor Val Smith, who died last week.
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Mrs Smith, the wife of Oxford East MP Andrew Smith, had been battling cancer. The pair met when Andrew was a student in the city and they have one son.
Mrs Smith, who was councillor for Blackbird Leys, was a long time campaigner for affordable housing and local sport.
Cuddesdon Way has been closed for the funeral.
Hedgehog champions
@firebird_pr tweeted: More #hedgehog champions on @BBCOxford radio this morning talking about Hedgehog Street and hog-friendly #gardens @PTES @hedgehogsociety
Foodies descended on the stately home of Blenheim Palace over the bank holiday weekend.
The Blenheim Palace Food Festival saw the Woodstock estate host a three-day celebration of the best regional food and drink.
Lunchtime TV
BBC South Today
Coming up on South Today this lunchtime: In Oxford last night, the massive hunt for the man suspected of murdering his young half-sister, his mother and her boyfriend finally came to an end.
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The body of 21-year-old Jed Allen was found in woodland.
Today, the people of Didcot have been paying tribute to the victims.
They said the cordons have been lifted from Vicarage Road, although the house is still taped off.
Coming up on air
Nick Piercey
Afternoon presenter, BBC Radio Oxford
Coming up on BBC Radio Oxford after 13:00, I'll be chatting to comedian Dom Jolly about his career and love for Oxfordshire's music festivals.
Plus, Charlotte Tomlinson talks about managing nerves and stage fright for performers.
And, Dr John Runions looks at the week's science stories.
Latest headlines
Roz Tappenden
BBC South
The top stories on Local Live today include:
Didcot is grieving for a murdered family - as police have found the body of the suspected killer in Oxford
The life of longstanding Oxford city and county councillor Val Smith, who died earlier this month, is being remembered in Blackbird Leys
Action will not be taken against the now-defunct Oxfordshire Formula One team Marussia, after a serious crash in which a test driver lost an eye in 2012
Onesies at work
BBC Radio Oxford
What clothing should be banned from the workplace? The Australian civil service has outlawed staff wearing Ugg Boots, onesies and flip-flops.
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Where would you would draw the line? What clothing, or haircut would you ban from the office? Get in touch.
Traffic delays
BBC Travel
Traffic is still queuing on the A420 Botley Road into Oxford at Royal Oxford Lights.
Cuddesdon Way in Cowley is closed in both directions between the Balfour Road junction and the Blackbird Leys Road junction, because of large funeral service.
While one lane is blocked and there's queuing traffic on the A34 Western By-Pass Road southbound in Botley at Botley Interchange, because of an accident involving three vehicles.
There's also slow traffic on the A40 London Road southbound in Wheatley at the B4027 junction, because of an obstruction on the road.
BBC Oxford's Sinead Carroll tweets: Small signs of scorching after fire @OUFCOfficial earlier. Police treating as arson @BBCSouthToday @BBCOxford
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Justice for abuse victim
Oxford Times
A victim of child abuse said justice had been achieved after a pensioner was sentenced to 10 years in prison for historical sex offences.
Joseph Armotrading, 78, was found guilty by a jury of four counts of indecent assault on a child under 13 years old after a five-day trial.
School staff praised
Didcot mayor Des Healy has praised the head teacher and staff of All Saints Primary School in Didcot, where murdered six-year-old Derrin Jordon was a pupil.
The community centre next to the school in Tamar Way opened to allow families to pay tribute to the little girl.
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Mr Healey said: "I'm glad to see what the head teacher of the school did yesterday. It was a focal point, but it was much needed.
"There was an area where you could light a candle and have your thoughts for a few minutes."
The works in the Oxford Station area at Frideswide Square are causing problems. Traffic is queuing eastbound on the A420 from the Botley Interchange to the Oxford Station traffic lights.
There's also a lane blocked on the A34 southbound in Abingdon, between Abingdon North and Marcham Interchange, because of a broken-down vehicle.
The top stories on Local Live this morning include:
There's a profound sense of shock in Didcot after the murder of a family and the discovery of the suspect's body in Oxford
The funeral of long-serving city councillor Val Smith takes place this morning. The wife of Oxford East MP Andrew Smith died after a long battle with cancer
A former Oxfordshire resident is hoping to reunite the family of a soldier who died in World War One with his memorial plaque
A boost to conservation
@Natures_Voice tweeted: Tuneinto @BBCOxford 10.45am to hear #RSPB's @J__me talking about impact of #Springwatch on interest in conservation: http://bbc.in/1dukKeF
He said: "Didcot is a little town with a big heart and that was proved yesterday with people turning up to support people.
"It's only been a week since I've been mayor, but yesterday made me very proud to see the support in the community."
Station works stepped up
Sara Dumbell
Travel presenter, BBC Radio Oxford
Major works in the Oxford station area at Frideswide Square are being stepped up from this morning - Hythe Bridge Street will be closed at its junction with Rewley Road.
Access to and from Rewley Road, Upper Fisher Row and Hythe Bridge Street will be via Park End Street and Worcester Street.
Botley Road is also heavily queued into the city station area, and Beaumont Street leading on to Worcester Street is queued, approaching Hythe Bridge Street.
Thames Valley Police tweeted: "Vicarage Road in Didcot is now open again following Saturday's incident. A cordon remains in place at the scene of the crime."
After a two-week pause, Oxford United are expected to start signing new players again this week with Portsmouth striker Ryan Taylor thought to have been in talks about a move to the club.
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Taylor, who turned 27 earlier this month, has been a known target of Michael Appleton for several weeks and he formally rejected the new contract he was offered at Pompey a week ago.
Oxford have already brought in midfielder Liam Sercombe from Exeter and West Brom forward Kemar Roofe but, at 6ft 2in, Taylor would provide something different.
Latest headlines
Roz Tappenden
BBC South
The top stories on Local Live this morning include:
Police had been searching for him since his six-year-old half-sister, his mother and her partner were found dead at their home in Didcot on Saturday.
'Pleasant sunny spells'
Holly Green
BBC Weather
It will be dry, although with cloud increasing at times. Some cloud breaks are likely with some pleasant sunny spells expected.
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Winds will be mainly light north-westerly. Highs of 16C (61F). For the full 10-day forecast, visit the BBC weather pages.
Busy on the A40
Sara Dumbell
Travel presenter, BBC Radio Oxford
It's busy on the A40 eastbound from Witney into Oxford and the M40 is getting busier southbound from junction 10 at Brackley to 9 at the Wendlebury Interchange.
The A34 is busy on approaches to the Milton Interchange in the roadworks area.
And, in Didcot, Vicarage Road remains closed between Broadway and Wessex Road for police investigation works.
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- An adult social care service in Oxfordshire has been found to "require improvement" after a report by the Care Quality Commission
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That's all for today from BBC Local Live in Oxfordshire.
We'll be back again from 08:00 tomorrow with the latest news, sport, weather and travel updates from across the county.
Tonight's TV
BBC South Today
Coming up on South Today this evening: People in Didcot speak of their shock and sorrow after a triple murder in the town.
And Olympic gold medallist Victoria Pendleton launches a new initiative to get girls into sport.
New striker for U's
Oxford United have confirmed the signing of Portsmouth striker Ryan Taylor on a two-year deal.
Taylor, who turned 27 earlier this month, has been a known target of Michael Appleton for several weeks and formally rejected a new contract at Pompey a week ago.
Chance of frost
Alexis Green
Weather presenter, BBC South Today
Tonight will remain dry with clear spells. The odd mist or fog patch is a possibility.
The winds will be light so there is the chance of a frost in the countryside. Temperatures in urban areas will drop to around 4C (39F).
For the full 10-day forecast, visit the BBC weather pages.
More tributes laid at murder scene
Paul Jenner
BBC Radio Oxford
Toys, flowers and cards are continuing to be laid at Vicarage Road in Didcot, near the home of six-year-old girl Derrin Jordon, her mother Janet and her partner Philip Howard, 44, who were stabbed to death at the weekend.
The murder suspect Jed Allen was later found dead in woodland in Oxford.
Ribbons have also been tied to lampposts in remembrance of the victims.
New college building named
The Oxford University building created by Zaha Hadid has been unveiled and named the Investcorp Building.
The £11m structure was commissioned by St Antony's College to provide much-needed space for its Middle East Centre.
Latest headlines
Roz Tappenden
BBC South
The top stories on Local Live this afternoon include:
Handy punter
Nick Piercey
Afternoon presenter, BBC Radio Oxford
Dom Jolly has been in the studio, reminiscing about his first year of living in Oxford in the late 1970s, describing it as an idyllic summer of picnics and watching cricket.
He said: "I've never taken my kids punting and I'm quite a handy punter, so to speak. If there's any sun this summer, I will taken them down the Cherwell Boathouse."
Did you miss the show? You can listen again.
What's wrong with a onesie?
BBC Radio Oxford
Earlier we asked whether certain items of clothing should be banned in the workplace? This is after the Australian civil service banned onesies.
David Stimpson replied on our Facebook page: "It depends on where you work ...Have to design a onesie for us Butchers ...but i cannot see us wearing them .."
Kimberley Gann said: "Clothes are clothes... Shouldn't matter what you wear as long as your wearing something..."
Bank holiday blooms
Becca Collacott in Headington sent us this photo of some beautiful pink flowers she spotted over the bank holiday weekend.
Were you out and about at the weekend? Send us your photos.
Payout for asbestos worker
BBC Radio Oxford
Compensation of £68,000 from British Steel has been given to a Didcot man after he suffered extensive asbestos exposure at work and went on to be diagnosed with cancer.
John Rowlatt was an electrician working for Stewart and Lloyds - a company which later became British Steel in 1967.
He had been tasked with cutting large numbers of asbestos sheets during his work on boilers and pipes.
X-rays later showed a thickening of the lungs as a consequence of the exposure.
Ribbons of remembrance
Paul Jenner
BBC Radio Oxford
People have begun decorating the town of Didcot with coloured ribbons to remember the victims found dead in their home on Saturday.
Severe delays on M40
BBC Travel
On the M40, there's a lane blocked on the exit slip road to the roundabout and slow traffic southbound at junction 9, for the A34 (Bicester), because of a broken down coach.
Congestion is stretching back to junction 10, for the A43 (Brackley).
For the latest, tune in or visit the BBC travel pages.
Messy kitchen
BBC Radio Oxford
Here's a shot of the damage caused in the kitchen at Barefoot Books in Summertown.
The cookers were pushed away from the wall when a car reversed into the building.
Crocodile rock
The Herald
A crocodile which was once lost in a polluted river in Lebanon is now among friends at a crocodile farm.
Latest headlines
Roz Tappenden
BBC South
The top stories on Local Live this afternoon include:
Quick draw
@OMaraBooks tweeted: And here's @GillianKJohnson on @BBCOxford talking all things drawing #HowToDrawEverything http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p02r72kv …
Car mishap closes building
BBC Radio Oxford
A book publisher in Oxford has been forced to close after a car reversed into the building, leaving it unsafe.
The incident, at Barefoot Books in Summertown, caused damage to the building's kitchen.
Councillor's funeral
BBC Radio Oxford
The funeral has been taking place of long-standing city and county councillor Val Smith, who died last week.
Mrs Smith, the wife of Oxford East MP Andrew Smith, had been battling cancer. The pair met when Andrew was a student in the city and they have one son.
Mrs Smith, who was councillor for Blackbird Leys, was a long time campaigner for affordable housing and local sport.
Cuddesdon Way has been closed for the funeral.
Hedgehog champions
@firebird_pr tweeted: More #hedgehog champions on @BBCOxford radio this morning talking about Hedgehog Street and hog-friendly #gardens @PTES @hedgehogsociety
Did you miss the show? Listen again.
Foodies descend on Woodstock
Oxford Times
Foodies descended on the stately home of Blenheim Palace over the bank holiday weekend.
The Blenheim Palace Food Festival saw the Woodstock estate host a three-day celebration of the best regional food and drink.
Lunchtime TV
BBC South Today
Coming up on South Today this lunchtime: In Oxford last night, the massive hunt for the man suspected of murdering his young half-sister, his mother and her boyfriend finally came to an end.
The body of 21-year-old Jed Allen was found in woodland.
Today, the people of Didcot have been paying tribute to the victims.
Post-mortem test results tomorrow
Thames Valley Police say the post-mortem test results of the Didcot murder victims are not expected until tomorrow at the earliest.
They said the cordons have been lifted from Vicarage Road, although the house is still taped off.
Coming up on air
Nick Piercey
Afternoon presenter, BBC Radio Oxford
Coming up on BBC Radio Oxford after 13:00, I'll be chatting to comedian Dom Jolly about his career and love for Oxfordshire's music festivals.
Plus, Charlotte Tomlinson talks about managing nerves and stage fright for performers.
And, Dr John Runions looks at the week's science stories.
Latest headlines
Roz Tappenden
BBC South
The top stories on Local Live today include:
Onesies at work
BBC Radio Oxford
What clothing should be banned from the workplace? The Australian civil service has outlawed staff wearing Ugg Boots, onesies and flip-flops.
Where would you would draw the line? What clothing, or haircut would you ban from the office? Get in touch.
Traffic delays
BBC Travel
Traffic is still queuing on the A420 Botley Road into Oxford at Royal Oxford Lights.
Cuddesdon Way in Cowley is closed in both directions between the Balfour Road junction and the Blackbird Leys Road junction, because of large funeral service.
While one lane is blocked and there's queuing traffic on the A34 Western By-Pass Road southbound in Botley at Botley Interchange, because of an accident involving three vehicles.
There's also slow traffic on the A40 London Road southbound in Wheatley at the B4027 junction, because of an obstruction on the road.
For the latest, tune in or visit the BBC travel pages.
Fire at Oxford United
BBC Oxford's Sinead Carroll tweets: Small signs of scorching after fire @OUFCOfficial earlier. Police treating as arson @BBCSouthToday @BBCOxford
Justice for abuse victim
Oxford Times
A victim of child abuse said justice had been achieved after a pensioner was sentenced to 10 years in prison for historical sex offences.
Joseph Armotrading, 78, was found guilty by a jury of four counts of indecent assault on a child under 13 years old after a five-day trial.
School staff praised
Didcot mayor Des Healy has praised the head teacher and staff of All Saints Primary School in Didcot, where murdered six-year-old Derrin Jordon was a pupil.
The community centre next to the school in Tamar Way opened to allow families to pay tribute to the little girl.
Mr Healey said: "I'm glad to see what the head teacher of the school did yesterday. It was a focal point, but it was much needed.
"There was an area where you could light a candle and have your thoughts for a few minutes."
Hedge row
Oxford Mail
The owner of a futuristic-looking house near Oxford has been accused of breaking a planning condition by cutting down a hedge.
Former Oxford Covered Market trader Richard Alden is building the four-bedroom property in Boars Hill, which will have a garage and gardens.
He said a hedge bordering the south side of the property was in poor condition and needed to be cut down.
Jed Allen post-mortem test results due
Adam Williams
BBC News
Police are expecting to find out later how a triple-murder suspect, whose body was found in woodland, died.
The body of Jed Allen, 21, was discovered in a wooded area of Oxford on Monday after his half-sister, mother and her partner had been killed.
Results from a post-mortem examination are expected later.
Station hold-ups
BBC Travel
The works in the Oxford Station area at Frideswide Square are causing problems. Traffic is queuing eastbound on the A420 from the Botley Interchange to the Oxford Station traffic lights.
There's also a lane blocked on the A34 southbound in Abingdon, between Abingdon North and Marcham Interchange, because of a broken-down vehicle.
For the latest, tune in or visit the BBC travel pages.
Police to stay in Didcot
Phil Mercer
Newsreader, BBC Radio Oxford
Police expect to stay at the Didcot triple murder crime scene for another two days to continue investigations.
For the latest, tune in.
Latest headlines
Roz Tappenden
BBC South
The top stories on Local Live this morning include:
A boost to conservation
@Natures_Voice tweeted: Tuneinto @BBCOxford 10.45am to hear #RSPB's @J__me talking about impact of #Springwatch on interest in conservation: http://bbc.in/1dukKeF
No action over F1 crash
David Keller
BBC News
No action is to be taken against a former Formula 1 team after test driver Maria de Villota suffered a severe crash in Cambridgeshire in 2012, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) said.
De Villota lost her right eye at Duxford Airfield while testing for the Oxfordshire-based team Marussia.
She died a year later, aged 33.
'Little town with a big heart'
BBC Radio Oxford
The Mayor of Didcot Des Healy has spoken of the community's bewilderment after the murder of a family and the discovery of suspect Jed Allen's body.
He said: "Didcot is a little town with a big heart and that was proved yesterday with people turning up to support people.
"It's only been a week since I've been mayor, but yesterday made me very proud to see the support in the community."
Station works stepped up
Sara Dumbell
Travel presenter, BBC Radio Oxford
Major works in the Oxford station area at Frideswide Square are being stepped up from this morning - Hythe Bridge Street will be closed at its junction with Rewley Road.
Access to and from Rewley Road, Upper Fisher Row and Hythe Bridge Street will be via Park End Street and Worcester Street.
Botley Road is also heavily queued into the city station area, and Beaumont Street leading on to Worcester Street is queued, approaching Hythe Bridge Street.
For the latest traffic and travel, tune in or visit the BBC travel pages.
Coming up on air
Kat Orman
Mid-morning presenter, BBC Radio Oxford
Coming up on BBC Radio Oxford after 10:00, I catch up with Richard Taylor from Cowley after his marathon in the Sahara.
And, we'll be discussing whether programmes like Springwatch have changed our view of wildlife in the UK.
Tune in.
Vicarage Road reopened
Thames Valley Police tweeted: "Vicarage Road in Didcot is now open again following Saturday's incident. A cordon remains in place at the scene of the crime."
The road had been closed while officers investigated the deaths of Janet Jordon, 48, her six-year-old daughter Derrin and Philip Howard, 44.
New Oxford signings?
Jerome Sale
Sports editor, BBC Radio Oxford
After a two-week pause, Oxford United are expected to start signing new players again this week with Portsmouth striker Ryan Taylor thought to have been in talks about a move to the club.
Taylor, who turned 27 earlier this month, has been a known target of Michael Appleton for several weeks and he formally rejected the new contract he was offered at Pompey a week ago.
Oxford have already brought in midfielder Liam Sercombe from Exeter and West Brom forward Kemar Roofe but, at 6ft 2in, Taylor would provide something different.
Latest headlines
Roz Tappenden
BBC South
The top stories on Local Live this morning include:
Ribbons tied for victims
Phil Mercer
Newsreader, BBC Radio Oxford
People in Didcot have been putting ribbons around the town, remembering the family stabbed to death on Saturday.
The three colours - purple, blue and pink - are said to represent the three victims.
Didcot deaths 'tragic'
BBC Radio Oxford
After the shocking deaths in Didcot over the weekend, lots of you have been getting in touch on our Facebook page.
Margaret Beesley said: "Very tragic. Must have been a very sad 'back story'."
Glenis Lester said: "Such a shame, it's sad when lives end like this."
Julian Calcutt said: "Very sad ending to this weekend now we will never know why."
Police search Didcot killings for clues
Detectives looking for triple murder suspect Jed Allen will shift their attention to the circumstances of the killings after the 21-year-old was found dead in a wooded area of Oxford.
Police had been searching for him since his six-year-old half-sister, his mother and her partner were found dead at their home in Didcot on Saturday.
'Pleasant sunny spells'
Holly Green
BBC Weather
It will be dry, although with cloud increasing at times. Some cloud breaks are likely with some pleasant sunny spells expected.
Winds will be mainly light north-westerly. Highs of 16C (61F). For the full 10-day forecast, visit the BBC weather pages.
Busy on the A40
Sara Dumbell
Travel presenter, BBC Radio Oxford
It's busy on the A40 eastbound from Witney into Oxford and the M40 is getting busier southbound from junction 10 at Brackley to 9 at the Wendlebury Interchange.
The A34 is busy on approaches to the Milton Interchange in the roadworks area.
And, in Didcot, Vicarage Road remains closed between Broadway and Wessex Road for police investigation works.
For the latest traffic and travel, tune in or visit the BBC travel pages.
Post update
Roz Tappenden
BBC South
Good morning and welcome to BBC Local Live for Oxfordshire.
It's Tuesday and we'll be bringing you all the latest news, sport, travel and weather across the county until 18:00.
Do let us know what's happening where you are. You can contact us by email, Facebook or Twitter.