Peter Green, the former Mayor of Abingdon from May 2006 to May 2007, passed away recently. He was born during World War II and served in the RAF. After retirement, he devoted his time to the community, serving as a Scout Leader for 22 years, a councillor on the Vale of White Horse District Council and Abingdon Town Council, and a Town Crier.

As Mayor, Green oversaw the celebrations for the 450th anniversary of the Abingdon Charter, which included two bun throws, the second of which was attended by Princess Anne. He was also passionate about the environment and oversaw the creation of the Ock Valley Walk and organised volunteer teams to eradicate the invasive Himalayan Balsam.

Peter was a well-respected and loved member of the Abingdon community, as is his wife Hilary, who was Mayor before Peter in 2003/04. Our sympathy to Hilary and family and friends. The town flag has been flying at half mast since his passing and his passing is a great loss.