Transport & Infrastructure
Stay up to date with the latest news and developments on roads, rail transport, buses, park and ride, public car parks, car parking, household waste, recycling facilities, electricity, broadband, and other essential infrastructure across Oxford and Oxfordshire.
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Oxfordshire to receive 13 new electric buses under £5.1m investment
Oxford Bus Company is adding 13 additional electric buses to its fleet and expanding the county’s zero-emission public transport network following a £5.1m investment.
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Oxfordshire launches recruitment campaign for full-time firefighters
Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is recruiting full-time firefighters, with online information sessions planned for applicants interested in joining county crews.
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Oxford Bus Company welcomes extension of free Park & Ride travel in Oxford
Free Park & Ride travel in Oxford has been extended again, with Oxford Bus Company saying the scheme is boosting passenger numbers and improving bus reliability across the county.
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UK travellers seek lower-cost Easter travel as fuel prices increase
National Express says Easter bookings have surged as travellers respond to rising fuel prices by choosing lower-cost coach journeys instead of driving.
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Bicester transport plan approved to support sustainable growth over 25 years
A new 25-year transport strategy for Bicester has been approved, prioritising walking, cycling and public transport as the town and nearby villages prepare for significant future population growth.
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Gloucester Green Bus and Coach Station in Oxford set for £150k refresh
A £150,000 project will refresh Gloucester Green Bus and Coach Station in Oxford with new signage, seating and passenger information displays.
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Free Park & Ride travel supports Oxford tourism during English Tourism Week
Free Park & Ride travel is helping support visitor numbers in Oxford, with bus passenger growth continuing during English Tourism Week and Easter events planned across the city.
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Research shows that electric buses cut air and noise pollution across Oxford
Oxford’s fleet of 159 electric buses has reduced roadside pollution and traffic noise, with provisional research showing lower nitrogen dioxide levels and quieter streets across the city following the major shift away from diesel-powered public transport.
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Oxfordshire residents offered free stickers to remind drivers that 20’s plenty
Oxfordshire residents can apply for free wheelie bin stickers promoting 20mph speed limits as the county celebrates the introduction of its 275th scheme.
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Oxford airline coach service marks 40 years with £4m investment in luxury fleet
Oxford’s airline coach service has invested £4 million in new luxury Mercedes Tourismo vehicles to mark its 40-year anniversary, upgrading its fleet while continuing to offer frequent and comfortable connections between Oxford, Heathrow and Gatwick airports.
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Oxfordshire Lane Rental Scheme to tackle roadwork disruption from May
A new Lane Rental Scheme launching in May will allow Oxfordshire County Council to charge up to £2,500 per day for peak-time roadworks, aiming to reduce congestion and encourage faster completion on the county’s busiest routes.
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First all female fire crew in Oxfordshire in 20 years responds to emergencies
For the first time in two decades, Abingdon Fire Station has deployed an all-female on-call fire crew. The team of five firefighters balances other careers while responding to emergencies, highlighting inclusivity, teamwork, and inspiring more women to join Oxfordshire’s fire and rescue service.
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Free Go Electric events let Oxfordshire residents experience electric vehicles
Residents across Oxfordshire can attend free Go Electric events to explore electric vehicles, test drive a range of models, and learn about EV charging options. The events aim to boost confidence in EV adoption and promote sustainable transport throughout the county.
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Pulhams launches Helping Hand accessibility card scheme across Oxfordshire
Pulhams has launched the Helping Hand accessibility card scheme across Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire. The free cards allow passengers to discreetly inform drivers of specific needs, supporting those with visible and hidden disabilities while improving inclusive public transport.
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Oxford United to invest £5.1m in infrastructure as stadium plans progress
Oxford United will invest £5.1 million in rail, road and public transport improvements linked to its new stadium, including major funding for Oxford Parkway Station and the Cowley Branch Line.
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Examining Authority submits Botley West Solar Farm recommendations to Secretary of State
The Secretary of State will decide within three months whether the proposed Botley West Solar Farm is approved, following submission of the Inspector’s recommendations to Government.