West Oxfordshire District Council has approved updates to its Discretionary Rate Relief Policy to help ensure business rates support remains fair, flexible and focused on local needs. The policy allows the Council to reduce business rates in cases where providing support benefits the local area, including small businesses, local hospitality, and voluntary/community groups. 

Councils across Oxfordshire and West Berkshire are working closely together to prepare for a key government announcement expected in July regarding the future shape of local government in the area.

West Oxfordshire District Council has approved plans for a new community crowdfunding programme to help local groups and residents bring community ideas to life and make a positive difference across West Oxfordshire.