First controlled parking zones approved in Banbury
Residents on Beargarden Road, Crouch Street, Monument Street, New Road, West Bar Street, and Westbeech Court in the central-west area of Banbury will require parking permits following the introduction of the town’s first controlled parking zones (CPZs).
No timescales and slashed budget for Woodstock Road works
Delayed work on improving Woodstock Road, Oxford, will have to be done within less than a quarter of the original budget – and it is still unclear when it will happen.
More than half of council tax increase will be used to top up back-up funds
The councillor in charge of finances at Oxfordshire County Council has defended raising council tax by the maximum allowed and saving more than half of the extra cash for a rainy day.
Oxford City Council has announced a by-election in the Littlemore ward
Following the resignation of Oxford City Councillor Nadine Bely-Summers, there will be a by-election in the Littlemore ward to fill the vacancy on 02 March.
Popular Mamma Mia Pizzeria in North Oxford has moved to larger premises
The move has seen the award-winning restauran relocate next door to slightly larger premises with improved facilities for guests and staff alike and a few more tables and chairs.
Scottfraser recognised in Best Estate Agent Guide Awards 2023
Scottfraser has been recognised in Best Estate Agent Guide Awards 2023 following a rigorous assessment of every estate and letting agent in the country for property marketing, customer service and results.
“Plan B is critical” for Oxford United FC despite stadium talks progress
Oxford United FC has been told that “a plan B is critical” over its 2026 stadium deadline despite Oxfordshire County Council agreeing to progress talks.
Oxfordshire County Council approves extra funding to tackle fuel poverty
People in Oxfordshire struggling with fuel poverty in poor energy-efficient homes will soon benefit from a new £6.4 million county council programme.
M Feller and Daughter Butchers in Oxford Covered Market set to close
The family-run business has decided to exercise a break clause in its lease to give the owners a rest and to focus on a lifestyle change.
Next steps in Oxford’s Local Plan 2040 set for cabinet approval
Oxford City Council is preparing to launch a new round of public consultation as the next steps in developing the Oxford Local Plan 2040 looks set for approval by the council’s cabinet.
Proposals for a giant reservoir near Abingdon face continued opposition
Renewed efforts by water companies to move forward with proposals for a giant reservoir near Abingdon are again facing opposition in Oxfordshire.
County cabinet approves continued stadium discussions with Oxford United FC
Any final decision regarding leasing of the land will be taken in public by a future cabinet meeting based on whether the council’s objectives have been met.
