Change is coming to local government across England, and five councils are working together to propose two strong and locally accountable unitary authorities for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire.

West Oxfordshire District Council has published the proposed vision and direction of its new Local Plan, offering a clear and more ambitious strategy for how the district will grow and develop up to 2041, with the needs of communities at its heart. 

At a meeting on 2 June, the Council’s Development Control Committee will be considering the Council’s response to the Botley West Solar Farm proposal that has now been submitted to the Planning Inspectorate for examination. 

The West Oxfordshire Alliance has reaffirmed its commitment to leading West Oxfordshire District Council, with a renewed focus on shaping the future of the Carterton area.

Woodstock Open Air Pool will be reopening on Saturday 24 May until Sunday 31 August, with cool water swimming sessions available in the first 8 weeks, before the pool is heated for a jam-packed summer programme during the school summer holidays.