Government
Browse news and stories about local government and politics in Oxfordshire, including the administration of Oxfordshire county and the city and district councils by the representatives elected by those who live there.
Vale of White Horse Council and Milton Park to review Local Development Order
Vale of White Horse District Council and MEPC Milton Park have agreed to review the Local Development Order (LDO) to help bring more sustainable investment to the Park.
Have your say on County Council budget proposals for 2021/22
The council is proposing to increase council tax by 1.99%, and would also like to know what you think of an additional increase, up to 3%, for adult social care.
Oxford set to welcome its 61st Lord Mayor of Oxford, Councillor Mark Lygo
The ceremony will take place at 4.00pm on Monday 30 November and will be the first time in Oxford’s history that the ‘Handing over of the Chains’ ceremony has taken place virtually.
Oxford Council invites residents to apply to join Oxford Residents’ Panel
Oxford City Council is inviting members of the public to apply to join the Oxford Residents’ Panel and have their say on local issues in Oxford.
Oxford City Council announces appointment of scientific advisor
Oxford City Council has announced the appointment of its first scientific advisor, Professor Nick Eyre, to support in tackling climate emergency.
Oxford MP Layla Moran appointed Lib Dem’s foreign affairs spokesperson
Layla Moran, Oxford West and Abingdon since 2017, has been appointed foreign affairs spokesperson for the Liberal Democrats.
Local government in Oxfordshire
Local government in Oxfordshire comprises Oxfordshire County Council as well as Oxford city and four district councils.
Work continues to deliver support grants to West Oxfordshire businesses
West Oxfordshire District Council is making significant progress in delivering business support grants to coronavirus affected West Oxfordshire businesses.
Anneliese Dodds Oxford East MP appointed Shadow Chancellor
Anneliese Dodds, Oxford East MP, has been appointed shadow chancellor in today’s reshuffle of the shadow cabinet under new Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer.
Oxford City Council facilitates coronavirus grants to local small businesses
Oxford City Council has facilitated the first £170,000 of Government grants to local small businesses, to support them through the coronavirus outbreak.
Oxfordshire County Council publishes draft 2020/21 budget
Oxfordshire County Council published 2020/21 budget proposals and this includes a Council Tax by 1.99% to pay for investment in social services, schools and roads.
Oxford West & Abingdon MP Layla Moran says she identifies as pansexual
Oxford West & Abingdon MP Layla Moran says she identifies as pansexual and that she is in a relationship with former Lib Dem press officer Rosy Cobb.