Oxfordshire County Council News
Browse news and stories about Oxfordshire County Council – the local authority for the county of Oxfordshire responsible for delivering services like social care, education and transport to the county’s 600,000+ residents.
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Oxfordshire County Council brings forward Speedwell House headquarters redevelopment
Oxfordshire County Council is accelerating redevelopment work on Speedwell House, with offices due to open in April 2028, despite continuing uncertainty over plans to replace the county’s existing councils with new unitary authorities.
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County Council and City Council take websites offline over global security issue
The websites of Oxfordshire County Council and Oxford City Council have been taken offline as a precaution amid a global security issue affecting PHP, the programming language used to run websites.
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Oxfordshire bus operators shortlisted for three national awards
Oxfordshire’s bus operators have secured three nominations at the UK Bus Awards 2026, recognising work on electric buses, industry performance and community health initiatives. The results will be announced at a ceremony in London on 24 November.
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West Oxfordshire transport plan approved, with better links to Oxford a priority
Oxfordshire County Council has approved a 25-year transport strategy for Witney, Carterton and surrounding communities, prioritising sustainable travel and improved connections to Oxford, where many residents commute for work.
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Oxfordshire fire service proposals would bring full-time firefighters to five towns
Oxfordshire County Council will consider proposals to station full-time firefighters in Bicester, Chipping Norton, Faringdon, Witney and Henley during the day, as part of plans to improve emergency response and strengthen community safety.
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Bicester recycling centre plans outline £6 million replacement for Ardley site
Oxfordshire County Council is developing plans for a £6 million recycling centre near Bicester Park and Ride to replace the ageing Ardley site. The proposed facility would include modern recycling services and a reuse shop, with completion targeted for 2030.
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Thornhill Park and Ride to offer 8- and 15-day long-stay parking for airport travellers
Oxfordshire County Council is set to introduce new long-stay parking for airport travellers at Thornhill Park and Ride, with eight-day parking costing £15 and 15-day parking £30, allowing travellers to leave their cars while using buses to Heathrow and Gatwick.
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Oxfordshire’s SEND reform plan backed as county expands specialist school places
Oxfordshire’s SEND reform plan has been approved by government as the county prepares to expand specialist provision, including a new £24.2m community special school in Didcot. The programme aims to increase support, specialist expertise and local school places for children and young people.
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Shepherds Pit Lane quiet lane trial draws first reactions from councillors and residents
Shepherds Pit Lane’s new quiet lane trial has drawn mixed reactions from local councillors and residents, with debate focusing on road safety, consultation and the use of a physical traffic restriction.
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Shepherds Pit Lane becomes Oxfordshire’s first ‘rural LTN’ quiet lane
A locked gate now blocks through traffic on Shepherds Pit Lane near Stanton St John as Oxfordshire begins its first experimental ‘quiet lane’, part of a planned programme of 10 rural traffic restrictions across the county.
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Banbury regeneration masterplan aims to attract new investment
Plans to shape the future of Banbury have moved forward, with Oxfordshire County Council and Cherwell District Council beginning work on a new masterplan aimed at supporting regeneration, investment, jobs and long-term growth.
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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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Drivers warned of delays as two major roadworks commence in Abingdon next week
Drivers are being warned of likely delays in Abingdon as work at Peachcroft roundabout coincides with the A34 Lodge Hill junction scheme for around six weeks from 28 September.
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Oxfordshire Council objects to plans to expand Campsfield House near Kidlington
Oxfordshire County Council has formally objected to plans to expand Campsfield Immigration Removal Centre near Kidlington from 160 to 400 places, saying the proposal fails to address longstanding concerns about the site’s use as a detention centre.
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B4445 Chinnor road to trial low-carbon resurfacing as closures begin
A stretch of the B4445 between Thame and Chinnor will be resurfaced using a package of lower-carbon materials and technologies, with three phases of road closures planned from 21 September to 07 October.
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Oxfordshire transport plan sets out £245.5m investment through 2029
Oxfordshire County Council has approved a transport delivery plan setting out how £245.5 million of government funding will support road maintenance, buses, active travel, EV infrastructure and road safety across the county.