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Council launches Climate Action Fund to support local businesses in becoming more sustainable and resilient

West Oxfordshire District Council has launched its new Climate Action Fund grant scheme, designed to help small and medium-sized businesses in the district reduce their carbon footprint and become more climate resilient. Supported by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF), the scheme offers financial backing for capital projects that promote sustainability. 

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West Oxfordshire District Council responds to government's consultation on planning reforms

West Oxfordshire District Council has submitted a detailed response to the Government's consultation on proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and other changes to the planning system. Whilst welcoming many aspects of the proposals, the Council has raised significant concerns over certain proposals, particularly those relating accelerated rate of delivery of new homes, without resolving outstanding issues relating to land assembly, developer build-out, and securing funding for essential infrastructure. 

Kilkenny Lane Country Park Drone

Improvements to cherished local park completed

Kilkenny Lane Country Park has undergone improvements to play equipment following West Oxfordshire District Council's investment of over £80,000