Oxford Matters
Oxford Matters takes a closer look at significant news stories and developments affecting Oxford. Through in-depth features and considered analysis, we explore the issues, decisions and changes shaping the city and its future.
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The biggest local government shake-up in a generation is taking shape: what could it mean for Oxford’s future?
Regional changes to local government will see seven existing councils become three, while plans progressing for a new regional mayor. We explore what this new structure of local and regional government could mean for Oxford and its surrounding communities.
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Building works, roadworks and traffic filters: is Oxford being pushed to breaking point?
From roadworks and construction sites to traffic queues and restricted pedestrian routes, Oxford is experiencing disruption across the city. Councillors have raised concerns about the cumulative impact. The county council says it is taking steps to manage roadworks while pursuing changes to how people travel.
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Oxford’s traffic measures: how can a historic city manage traffic and congestion?
From bus gates and low traffic neighbourhoods to the Zero Emission Zone and new traffic filters, Oxford has spent decades trying to manage congestion in a city whose historic street plan leaves little room for more roads. But whether restricting traffic in one place reduces it across the wider network is a more complicated question.
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Oxford Greenways: Here’s what the plan to connect Oxford with its surrounding towns and villages means
Oxford Greenways proposes 18 walking, wheeling and cycling routes linking Oxford with nearby towns and villages. We look at the ambition, challenges and what happens next.
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Oxford’s traffic filters: Your frequently asked questions answered
As Oxfordshire County Council confirms the date for introducing six new traffic filters in Oxford, here’s a quick look at what the scheme is, what it means for drivers, and answers to your frequently asked questions
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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.