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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County council to consider update report on Oxford United’s stadium proposals on 18 April
The cabinet at Oxfordshire County Council cabinet will receive an update on proposals for Oxford United’s new stadium on council-owned land known as “the Triangle”.
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County council agrees MOU with Oxford United for timely talks on stadium proposals
Oxfordshire County Council’s Cabinet has approved an agreement with Oxford United to govern open and transparent relations between the two parties while exploring Oxford United’s stadium proposals.
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Cheaper park & ride travel fare offer extended for extra six months
A park & ride travel fare offer which makes parking and bus travel more cost-effective at Oxford’s park and rides has been extended by six months until 30 September.
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UK’s first electric autonomous bus service begins at Milton Park
The UK’s first ever fully electric autonomous bus service launched at 10.00am on Thursday, 02 March at Milton Park in Oxfordshire.
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Network rail announces revised Botley Road closure dates
Network rail has announced revised Botley Road closure dates to enable work to be carried out to upgrade the station and improve the road network nearby.
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More cost of living support available for Oxfordshire residents receiving housing benefits
Some Oxfordshire residents receiving only housing benefits can now claim £300 to help with living costs, thanks to the latest round of the Household Support Fund.
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Majority of Oxfordshire children offered first choice of secondary school for 2023/24
A large majority of parents and children across Oxfordshire have been offered their first choice of secondary school for 2023/24, according to Oxfordshire County Council.
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Have your say as Watlington Relief Road public consultation opens
Oxfordshire County Council has launched a consultation on a proposed scheme to provide an alternative route and direct access to the B4009 on either side of Watlington without the need to travel through the town centre.
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County councillors warn that reviews could lead to spiralling executive pay
Councillors in charge at Oxfordshire County Council have been urged to proceed with caution when conducting reviews of executive pay.
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Oxfordshire councillors adamant that spare seats scheme has not been axed
Councillors at Oxfordshire County Council have said that the council’s spare seats scheme has not changed and that work to improve provision is ongoing.
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Oxfordshire councillor rails against “callous” amendment as 2023/24 budget is set
The councillor in charge of finances at Oxfordshire County Council has launched a staunch defence of its spending plans.
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Oxfordshire Conservatives propose trimming council tax rise in alternative budget
The Conservative opposition wants to limit the rise in the county’s portion of council tax to 3.99 per cent, two per cent of which is ring-fenced for adult social care.
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Debate continues over future of Wantage Community Hospital
The future of Wantage Community Hospital remains at the heart of a fierce debate with campaigners concerned over provision for south west Oxfordshire.
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County Council health panel concerned voice will not be heard at COVID inquiry
Concern has been expressed that the work of Oxfordshire’s Joint Health Overview & Scrutiny Committee will not be considered by the UK COVID-19 Inquiry.
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Co-production guide for major highways projects under consideration
Oxfordshire County Council is considering whether to formalise how it engages with stakeholders and the public on major highways projects.
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Planning application submitted for A423 Kennington improvements
Planning application has been submitted for improvements to the A423 in Kennington, which includes replacing the existing rail bridge structure to allow allowing for a new eastbound bus lane.