Towards the end of May, we are carrying out a major piece of planned essential maintenance work on the council’s IT systems. This work is unavoidable and has to take place in order to secure the future of our IT system and the services it enables.
Gavin Walton
February 1, 2024
Successful recycling districts urge residents to reduce and reuse before recycling
Residents in South Oxfordshire are officially the best recyclers in the country, with residents in the Vale a close third, according to a government league table
January 22, 2024
Enjoy massive magic, multi-sports and much more this February half-term
Multi-sports, yoga, boxercise and a massive magic show are just some of the free and low-cost activities available for children and their families to enjoy this February half-term.
January 8, 2024
Successful residential waste collection contract extended
One of the country’s most successful residential waste collection contracts has been extended this month. South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils announced an agreement today, to extend their joint contract with waste contractor, Biffa, for two more years. The contract will now run until June 2026. The shared contract has helped keep the […]
December 20, 2023
Drivers convicted for illegal taxi operations at Henley Regatta
Two private hire drivers illegally plying for trade have been fined following undercover checks at Henley Regatta.
December 4, 2023
Join the fight against festive food waste – put your knowledge to the test and you could win a £100 farm shop voucher!
Residents in South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse are being challenged to put their knowledge of food waste to the test and be in with the chance of winning a voucher worth £100 for a local farm shop and a hamper containing items to help reduce their waste! Nationally, too much of […]
November 9, 2023
Repeat fly-tipper prosecuted after failing to learn lesson
A woman caught fly-tipping for the second time has been ordered to pay more than £2,500 after dumping household rubbish in Garsingston. Taise Ronchi, 40, of Farm Close, Kidlington, attended Oxford Magistrates’ Court on Friday 3 November where she pleaded guilty to the unlawful deposit of waste. Magistrates heard how, in November 2020, Ms Ronchi […]
October 26, 2023
Affordable housing grant to help address urgent need
More affordable, energy efficient homes will be built in South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse thanks to a new improved grant process.
October 2, 2023
Fun for all the family this October half-term
A range of free and low-cost fun activities are available for children and their families during the October half-term across South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse. Provided by South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils, sessions include fun outdoor orienteering and events inside such as dance, sports, theatre and much more. Here’s a full run down of […]
September 28, 2023
Residents urged to ‘Check it before you chuck it’
We are urging residents to ‘Check it before you chuck it’ as part of a drive to increase the amount and quality of recycling in the district. South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils have launched a new campaign asking people to check before they chuck items in their recycling bins. An estimated […]
August 7, 2023
Statement regarding street trading outside licensed venues
You may have seen posts on social media this weekend claiming that South Oxfordshire District Council had banned street food trucks from operating at sites owned by Oak Taverns. This is NOT true; we have not banned street trading at their sites. Oak Taverns have not ensured that the permits required for street trading to […]
