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West Oxfordshire Alliance continues the partnership administration at West Oxfordshire District Council

Wed, 13 May 2026 14:17:00 Z

Following the local elections on 7 May, the governing alliance of West Oxfordshire District Council has re-signed their commitment to working together in leadership of the Council ahead of the Annual General Meeting on 20 May 2026.

Over £4,400 raised for Chair’s chosen charities

Tue, 12 May 2026 14:15:00 Z

More than £4,400 has been raised for two local charities thanks to the generosity of West Oxfordshire residents, councillors and local businesses over the past year.

Voters reminded to bring valid ID if voting in polling stations on 7 May

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:04:00 Z

Residents in West Oxfordshire District will need to show photographic ID to vote in person at the local elections which are being held on Thursday 7 May.

West Oxfordshire District Council funding boost helps save Chadlington’s Old Bakehouse

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 09:32:00 Z

West Oxfordshire District Council has helped secure the future of a much-loved supported living home for older people in Chadlington. The Council used £79,307 of Section 106 (S106) affordable housing funding to support the refurbishment of The Old Bakehouse, which had been under threat of closure.

Council calls for Thames Water to be brought into a special administration regime (SAR)

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:19:00 Z

At their meeting on 25 March, West Oxfordshire District Council voted to write to the government urging them to put Thames Water into a special administration regime (SAR) and then back into some form of non-profit, public ownership.

West Oxfordshire urges Government to rethink planning reforms to protect local decision-making

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:35:00 Z

West Oxfordshire District Council has responded to a Government consultation on proposed changes to national planning policy, backing some elements of the reforms but urging Ministers to rethink proposals that could weaken local planning powers.

A low-carbon future for Windrush Leisure Centre

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:15:00 Z

A major decarbonisation project at West Oxfordshire’s Windrush Leisure Centre is nearing completion, significantly reducing emissions and removing fossil fuels from one of the district’s busiest public buildings.

The Giant Easter Egg Hunt Comes to Marriotts Walk This Half Term

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:00:00 Z

Families are invited to take part in a fun-filled Easter adventure as the Giant Easter Egg Hunt arrives at Marriotts Walk from 27th March to 12th April.

Council progresses plans for 100% social rent homes in the heart of Witney

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:32:00 Z

West Oxfordshire District Council has provided an update on its plans to deliver a new development of 100% social rent homes at Woodford Way in Witney, as work continues to refine the proposals ahead of public engagement later this year.

First Walking Bus sets off in Witney to help children start the day active

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:14:00 Z

Children and families in Witney took their first steps on a new Walking Bus route this week, helping pupils walk to school safely while building healthier habits.