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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Pearces Coaches launches festive Christmas market trips from Oxfordshire
Pearces Coaches is launching festive day trips to Christmas markets in Bath, Birmingham, Cardiff and Winchester, offering residents a comfortable way to enjoy seasonal shopping. With multiple Oxfordshire pick-ups, the new service expands the company’s leisure travel offering.
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Drivers flouting parking rules warned of fines as Oxfordshire launches parking crackdown
Oxfordshire County Council is increasing parking enforcement across the county, targeting unsafe and inconsiderate driving, particularly around schools and in new controlled parking zones.
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Oxford Bus Company driver nominated for international award
Oxford Bus Company’s Oseas Moura Nunes has been nominated for an international award recognising his outstanding customer service on the Airline coach service between Oxford and major airports.
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Oxfordshire approves new scheme to cut disruption from roadworks
Oxfordshire County Council has been approved to introduce a lane rental scheme, charging utility firms for roadworks during peak times to reduce disruption. The initiative targets key routes and aims to shorten works and improve traffic flow.
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Oxfordshire launches agile highway response teams ‘HART’ to boost maintenance
Oxfordshire County Council and M Group have launched Highways Asset Response Teams (HARTs) to deliver rapid, visible improvements across the county.
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Oxford to benefit from major bus network improvements and free Park & Ride
Oxford’s bus network is set for major improvements from 09 November, , including free Park & Ride travel, more frequent services, and faster connections to hospitals and key areas, as part of the Oxfordshire Bus Enhanced Partnership.
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Pulhams invests £1.5m in five new executive coaches as part of growth strategy
Pulhams Coaches has announced a £1.5m investment in five new Irizar i6S executive coaches, expanding its fleet to 155 vehicles and launching a recruitment drive for new drivers across its growing Cotswold operations.
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Oxford Park & Ride launches free travel services this week
Oxford’s Park & Ride network is offering free bus travel from 29 October. Motorists can park for £2.50 and ride into the city centre for free as part of a trial aimed at cutting congestion and improving air quality.
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Oxfordshire invites residents to think up names for its new winter gritter fleet
Oxfordshire residents are invited to help name the county’s new gritters, adding a fun twist to winter road safety. Submit your creative ideas by 05 November for a chance to see your name on a gritter.
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Residents invited to help shape future of Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service
Oxfordshire County Council has launched a consultation inviting residents to shape the future of its Fire and Rescue Service, including plans to rebalance resources, improve response times, and enhance safety across the county.
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Oxfordshire accelerates £27.5m developer funding for community projects
Oxfordshire County Council has approved a £27.5 million plan to accelerate spending of developer contributions, unlocking 33 community projects including travel, road, and village improvements across the county.
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Oxfordshire to strengthen partnership with bus operators to improve services
Oxfordshire County Council has approved an Enhanced Partnership Plus model to strengthen collaboration with bus operators, aiming to improve services, reduce costs, and enhance passenger experiences while avoiding the lengthy and costly franchising process.
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Oxfordshire communities to decide on part-night streetlighting under new council policy
Oxfordshire communities can now request part-night streetlighting, with lights turned off overnight only if safety standards are met. The new policy supports carbon reduction and biodiversity, with decisions made locally and reviewed by Thames Valley Police.
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Oxfordshire County Council considers enhanced partnership to improve bus services
Oxfordshire County Council will consider strengthening its partnership with local bus operators through a proposed Enhanced Partnership Plus, designed to improve services, reduce costs, and address congestion while avoiding the risks of franchising or municipal ownership.
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Oxfordshire County Council approves new road safety projects under Vision Zero programme
Four new road safety schemes have been approved by Oxfordshire County Council as part of its Vision Zero programme, aiming to eliminate fatalities by 2050 through speed reductions, junction changes, and improved pedestrian crossings across key routes in the county.
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Oxford Bus Company to operate shuttle bus service for Oxford Half Marathon
Oxford Bus Company will operate a special shuttle bus service on Sunday, 12 October, to support runners and volunteers participating in the Oxford Half Marathon. Services will run from Pear Tree, Redbridge and a temporary Unipart Park & Ride to University Parks from 7.00am.