Greater Oxford Council News
Browse news and stories about Greater Oxford Council – one of three new unitary councils being created through local government reorganisation in Oxfordshire. The council will serve communities across Oxford city its immediate surroundings
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Villagers fear ‘power grab’ as Greater Oxford council plan sparks green belt concerns
Residents in Wheatley have raised concerns over representation, housing growth and green belt protection following plans to create a new Greater Oxford unitary authority from 2028.
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Oxford City Council leader welcomes “historic” decision to create Greater Oxford authority
Oxford City Council leader Councillor Susan Brown has welcomed the Government’s decision to create three new unitary councils for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire, describing it as a “historic day” that will shape the future of the region for generations.
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Local government devolution proposals: What is it and what will it mean for Oxfordshire?
As the Government confirms a major overhaul of Oxfordshire’s local government, with the county, city and district councils set to be abolished and replaced by three new unitary authorities from April 2028. Explore what the decision means, the new council boundaries, and what happens next during the transition to Oxfordshire’s new governance structure.
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Oxfordshire councils to be abolished as Government approves three new authorities
The Government has confirmed a major overhaul of Oxfordshire’s local government structure, with existing county, city and district councils set to be abolished and replaced by three new unitary authorities from April 2028.