Cherwell District Council News
Read news and features about Cherwell District Council – one of five district councils in Oxfordshire. It covers an area that includes Banbury, Bicester and Kidlington.
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Cherwell council housing lead insists homeless not being forced to leave the area
The council issued an apology for the wording of a monthly performance report that detailed how the housing team “has been looking at areas outside Cherwell” for homeless households.
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County Council set to take charge of car parks in Cherwell district
It is anticipated that move will streamline enforcement, save the Cherwell County Council around £100k anually, and speed up card payments.
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Splitting shared services from Cherwell to cost County Council over £860k
Splitting the shared services delivered in partnership with Cherwell District Council is expected to cost Oxfordshire County Council more than £860,000 by March 2024.
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Cherwell District Council to consider cost-cutting efforts to cover £1m budget shortfall
The district’s most recent forecasts anticipate another £987,000 will have to be found in order to balance out lost income or larger costs.
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New business fund set to launch to support ambitious Cherwell-based businesses
The new scheme – the Cherwell Business Adaptation Fund – will be delivered by the Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP) Business team on behalf of the council.
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Council and NHS staff across Oxfordshire thanked for their efforts during the pandemic
Council and NHS leaders are taking the opportunity to thank staff across local authorities and the health and social care system for their tireless efforts throughout the pandemic.
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Have your say on spending plans for 2022/23 at Cherwell District Council
Residents and businesses in Cherwell District are invited to have their say on spending plans for 2022/23 at Cherwell District Council.
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Roll-out of electric vehicle (EV) charging points in county’s car parks
Following the installation of the first park and charge EV hub at Bicester’s Cattle Market car park in May, the locations of the remaining 19 sites have been announced.
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Changes to parking enforcement going live on 01 November
The way parking is controlled in parts of Oxfordshire will change as Oxfordshire County Council takes on the responsibility for civil parking enforcement from Thames Valley Police.
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Co-working space in Bicester expands to provide new base for businesses
Known as Perch Studios, the co-working space in Bicester’s Franklins House expands into the space previously occupied by Graven Hill, to provide a new base for ten businesses.
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Afghan Resettlement: Amazon wishlist set up for specific donations
An Afghan Resettlement Amazon wishlist for specific donations has been set up by Asylum Welcome, which supports refugees and asylum seekers in Oxford and Oxfordshire.
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Oxfordshire’s councils reiterate support for housing families fleeing Afghanistan
The support comes as the government provides extra £5m funding to help the new arrivals with accommodation as part of its Afghan Relocation and Assistance Policy (ARAP).
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Have your say on Cherwell Council’s new draft tenancy strategy
The new strategy aims to set out expectations of social housing providers in the district and promote the delivery of more affordable homes at social rent levels and with secure tenancies.
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The zero carbon battle bus coming to Oxford and Bicester on 07 September
Oxfordshire’s countdown to the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow continues this month with the arrival of a zero carbon tour battle bus to the county.
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Oxfordshire’s councils respond to Oxford-Cambridge Arc consultation
The councillors welcome the government’s commitment to engage with and consult local communities on its thinking around the future for the Oxford to Cambridge Arc.
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Volunteers recognised for outstanding contribution in Cherwell
A special awards ceremony was held in Cherwell to celebrate the hard work of volunteers and groups who make a real difference in the community.