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Over £124,000 pledged to boost 10 local projects as Westhive crowdfunding powers community action

More community-led projects across West Oxfordshire are set to benefit from council support, as West Oxfordshire District Council pledges over £124,000 through its Westhive crowdfunding platform.

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More support for low-income households through Council Tax Support scheme updates

West Oxfordshire District Council has agreed changes to its Council Tax Support (CTS) scheme from 2026 to make sure people on low incomes continue to get the help they need.

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Residents encouraged to share views on infrastructure needs as part of consultation on future growth

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. 

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Marriotts Walk announces spectacular Christmas market and festive programme for 2025

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.

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Council takes action to protect nature and local voices following proposed changes to government planning bill

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. 

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New accessible bungalow transforms independence for local family

A West Oxfordshire family has moved into a specially adapted affordable bungalow, designed to support the independence of 17-year-old Jacob, who uses a wheelchair.

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Thames Valley leaders to pursue devolution deal

Leaders from across the Thames Valley are progressing plans to pursue a mayoral strategic authority (MSA) for the region, a new combined authority made up of a number of council areas, which would be led by a directly elected mayor.

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Five out of seven councils back the two-unitary proposal for council reorganisation

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.

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Residents invited to help shape West Oxfordshire’s 2026/27 budget and future funding priorities

West Oxfordshire District Council is inviting residents to share their views on how the council should manage its budget for the 2026/27 financial year. 

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Oxford Civic Society thanked for delivering engaging conversation about the future of local government

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.

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Residents invited to comment on potential future locations for housing and business growth in West Oxfordshire

West Oxfordshire District Council is inviting residents, businesses, community groups and stakeholders to help shape where future growth should happen across the district, as it launches the next major stage of public consultation for the West Oxfordshire Local Plan 2043.

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Five councils launch ambitious plan for local government reform

Change is coming to local government across England, and five councils have worked together to create a proposal for two new, innovative and locally accountable unitary authorities for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire that will tackle existing inefficiencies, improve services, and support local communities in response to the government's call for reform of council structures.