Maybe it shows I’m actually somewhat superstitious. I notice when things happen in threes.

Today: we learn of three businesses who’ve decided they’re NOT for Botley. Or that Botley’s not for them.

1. Marks & Spencer’s Food Hall won’t be coming to Botley

2. Andy Brock is closing his Elm’s Parade butcher shop on Saturday

3. Homebase will be closing in the next year or so.

So there are some significant gaps in service provision in Botley, to be added to the already insufficient petrol station provision.

It takes a wide and long term perspective to believe that things are getting better in Botley.