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Council and police to take action to address dangerous pony and trap racing on the A40
West Oxfordshire District Council in partnership with Thames Valley Police, is taking decisive action to prevent dangerous Pony and Trap racing on the A40 dual carriageway. This joint initiative aims to ensure the safety of all road users and to maintain unimpeded access for emergency services along this vital transport route.
Consultation opens on final amends to Salt Cross Garden Village plans
West Oxfordshire District Council has today opened what is hoped to be the final public consultation on the Area Action Plan for the Salt Cross Garden Village.
West Oxfordshire District Council launches new loan scheme to bring empty homes back into use
West Oxfordshire District Council has partnered with Lendology CIC, a not-for-profit social lender, to launch a new Empty Homes Loan Scheme. This initiative is designed to help homeowners bring long-term empty properties back into use, improving neighbourhoods and increasing the local housing supply.
Council approves Community Infrastructure Levy to support future infrastructure in West Oxfordshire
West Oxfordshire District Council has formally approved the introduction of a Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL), helping to ensure that new development in the district contributes to the services and facilities that communities need most.
Residents invited to explore the future of our rivers and streams
West Oxfordshire residents are invited to attend a Waterways Fair, hosted by West Oxfordshire District Council, on Saturday 25 October at the Corn Exchange, Witney, running from 10am to 2pm.
Residents encouraged to back proposed Carterton to Oxford railway in new consultation
Local leaders in West Oxfordshire are encouraging residents to take part in a major public consultation on the future of rail in Oxfordshire – and to show their support for a potential new railway line linking Carterton to Oxford.
Community groups transforming lives across West Oxfordshire in the first of a three-year funding programme
Families, older residents and local communities are seeing the benefits of more than half a million pounds of funding from West Oxfordshire District Council.
West Oxfordshire backs ambitious new nature recovery strategy for Oxfordshire
West Oxfordshire District Council has endorsed a new countywide strategy aimed to restore and enhance nature across Oxfordshire, a key step in addressing the climate and ecological emergency declared in 2019 by central government.
Community event kicks off next stage of ambitious future strategy for the Carterton area
Yesterday (10 September 2025) the Council’s Executive met with residents and groups from across the Carterton area to discuss ambitious plans for growth and regeneration in both Carterton and the surrounding towns and villages.
West Oxfordshire to develop districtwide energy plan to support net zero future
West Oxfordshire District Council will move forward with the next phase of work to help the district plan for a cleaner, greener energy future. This part of the Oxfordshire Local Area Energy Planning (OxLAEP) project, which is being led across the county by the Oxfordshire Leaders Joint Committee.
Council proposes £3.5 million investment to improve leisure centres across the district
West Oxfordshire District Council is considering a proposed five-year plan to invest £3.5 million in its leisure centres and sports facilities to improve their condition and make sure they are fit for the future. In light of proposed changes to local government the investment will ensure good quality facilities are protected for residents over the coming 5 years.
Council to engage local communities on how to best manage public toilets
West Oxfordshire District Council will be considering proposals to speak with local town and parish councils on how to best manage public toilets, with the aim of protecting key facilities into the future.