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Ex-planning chair in a call to arms over housing land supply in West Oxfordshire
The advice comes from council officers after an inspector ruled that the land set aside for new homes in the region had been overestimated by up to a quarter.
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West Oxfordshire Council to pay planning appeal costs over “vague” report
The council has been ordered to pay the planning appeal costs, after it was found to have made “vague” and “unsupported” assertions, despite it’s original decision being upheld.
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Inspector finds West Oxfordshire DC has overestimated housing land supply
The finding comes as part of an appeal that was dismissed by the Planning Inspectorate – a national body that has the final say when applicants are unhappy with outcomes from councils.
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Oxfordshire councils unable to agree on Oxfordshire Plan 2050
The plan to create a joint vision for where and how many houses will be built in the county was one of the commitments made by the six Oxfordshire authorities.
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Chiltern Edge School at risk of closure now rated ‘Good’ by OFSTED school inspectors
The school, located in Reades Lane, Sonning Common and serving pupils from South Oxfordshire and Caversham, received the ‘Good’ rating at its first inspection as an academy.
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Bicester “rubbish” location for rail freight hub according to county councillor
The blistering address from the county’s cabinet member for climate change delivery & environment, supported the County Council’s response, raising concern over the proposals.
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No more extra funds to see through Didcot’s HIF1 project
Measures will be taken to manage costs rather than find extra money if inflation further affects the major new roads project in Didcot.
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Summer holiday activities for young people in Oxford
Despite the current budget challenges, Oxford City Council is working with community groups to provide summer holiday activities for young people in Oxford this summer.
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Council needs extra £4.5m, with £20k per week to place one child in care
Oxfordshire County Council expects to need an extra £4.5m to pay for just nine children under its care – including one whose placement costs up to £20k per week.
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Cheaper combined park and ride tickets to be trialled in Oxford
Oxfordshire County Council and Oxford City Council have agreed to a £4.00 all-in ticket for single passengers for a six-month trial from the end of September.
