Government & Politics
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.
-
Public consultation opens on housing, homelessness & rough sleeping
This is the first step in developing a new five-year strategy to provide joined-up solutions to the housing and homelessness challenges facing Oxford.
-
District councils make their revised management structure permanent
The decision formalises the structure that has been operating successfully at the councils for many months, and it demonstrates a strong commitment to working in partnership with others.
-
Oxfordshire councils regulatory teams win award for pandemic business support
A combined nomination was made by Oxfordshire’s Regulatory Partners to the Office for Product and Safety Standard (OPSS) Regulatory Excellence Awards 2021.
-
Marjorie Glasgow appointed as Lord-Lieutenant of Oxfordshire
The Queen is said to have been pleased to appoint Marjorie as Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of the County of Oxfordshire in succession to Tim Stevenson OBE, who retires on 30 September.
-
Council urges better support for private tenants as eviction ban ends
The ban is set to lapse on Tuesday 01 June, and the council believes this could have a “catastrophic” effect in Oxford, where nearly half of homes are privately rented.
-
Oxford businesses impacted by lockdown urged to apply for discretionary grants
The Government has given the City Council £4.4m to provide discretionary grants to businesses in Oxford that have been severely impacted by the latest lockdown.
-
New administration formed at Oxfordshire County Council
A new administration has been formed at Oxfordshire County Council following the 06 May elections that left no one individual party with a majority.
-
Oxford City Council Leader announces 2021/22 Cabinet
Councillor Brown was re-elected as Leader of the Council, with Councillor Ed Turner elected as the Statutory Deputy Leader and Councillor Tom Hayes elected into the other Deputy Leader role.
-
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.
-
Housebuilders contribute £1.2m to new primary school in Witney
The contribution from the consortium of housebuilders will go towards furnishing and equipping the school, including start-up costs and supporting ICT requirements.
-
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.
-
What are your views on the development of land West of Mill Lane in Marston
Oxford City Council is asking for your views on proposals to build 79 new homes of land West of Mill Lane in Marston.
-
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 City Council and Aspire win £1m to help ensure no return to the streets
Oxford City Council and Aspire have been awarded £1 million in government funding to help ensure no return to the streets for vulnerable homeless people.