West Oxfordshire District Council is inviting residents to share their views on local infrastructure needs as part of the ongoing Preferred Spatial Options consultation on potential future locations for things like homes, jobs and nature recovery across the district. 

Marriotts Walk is set to transform into a magical festive destination this winter, as the shopping centre unveils its most ambitious Christmas programme to date including a four-day Christmas Market, family attractions, live entertainment and dazzling decorations designed to bring the community together and boost local trade.

West Oxfordshire District Council has written to the Government to raise key concerns about parts of the proposed Planning and Infrastructure Bill, calling for changes to protect nature, maintain local decision-making, and support fair and effective planning. 

A consensus has emerged for the shape of Local Government Reorganisation in the area after five councils in Oxfordshire and West Berkshire have formally supported a proposal for two new, innovative, and locally accountable unitary authorities, aimed at addressing current inefficiencies, enhancing services, and saving millions in response to the government's call for reform of council structures.

West Oxfordshire District Council leader, Councillor Andy Graham, last weekend spoke at the Oxford Civic Society event, presenting the two unitary proposal for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire on behalf of the five councils that have developed it.