The government has announced that Oxfordshire and West Berkshire’s seven existing councils will be replaced by three unitary councils from 1 April 2028 as part of its plans for local government reorganisation (LGR).
Our new Land Charges system and Land Charges Register are now live.
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February 6, 2024
Taxi driver fined for illegally operating in Henley on Thames
A taxi driver is counting the cost of unlawfully plying for trade during the Henley Regatta. Umar Ali, 36 of Manchester Road, Reading, must pay almost £1,000 and had six points added to his DVLA licence after not having the right licence and insurance and not wearing his private hire driver’s badge on July 1 […]
January 10, 2024
Building our tomorrow together – join the conversation to help shape the future of our districts
Take part in our Local Plan consultation today.
January 2, 2024
Local flood warnings and weather alerts
There are reports of properties flooding and road closures in some locations. We have a live website with useful information so you can monitor the situation near you.
December 15, 2023
A statement from Cllr David Rouane, Leader of South Oxfordshire District Council
With another new year nearly upon us, it’s always a good time to reflect on what has been achieved in the past 12 months. As well as reflecting on achievements, it’s also important to recognise the challenges we’ve all faced. Although the pandemic feels behind us now, it’s still having an impact on economics and […]
December 8, 2023
Council services over Christmas and New Year 2023/24
A guide to council services over the Christmas and New Year period when the council offices are closed to the public.
October 24, 2023
New grant to help people stay warm and fed this winter
A new food and warmth grant will help support people in our communities this winter who may otherwise struggle to afford essential things. Access to nutritious food and warm homes are basic necessities – but the ongoing impact of the pandemic on people’s finances, health and wellbeing has been further heightened by the cost-of-living […]
September 11, 2023
Grant to help improve quality of life for people and communities
Voluntary and community organisations in South Oxfordshire can now apply for up to £75,000 in funding for projects that help improve people’s quality of life. The funding comes from the latest round of the South Oxfordshire District Council Capital Grant Scheme. The council has a total budget of £320,000. Projects can receive a minimum of […]
August 18, 2023
Have your say on our landscapes and what’s changing them
A new study has launched to better understand, protect and enhance the unique landscapes across South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse and you’re invited to have your say. South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are preparing a new Landscape Character Assessment and are calling for residents, businesses and visitors to share […]
August 10, 2023
Help shape the future of tourism in our districts and be in with chance to win a £75 voucher
We want to hear from you to help us enhance our local tourism experiences and boost our economy – whether you’re a resident, tourism business or visitor, South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils, in collaboration with Tourism South East (TSE) Research, are calling for community feedback as part of their latest tourism […]
August 4, 2023
Your chance to comment on new council headquarters
Residents, business and organisations across South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse districts are invited to have their say on proposals for a new building in Didcot, which will include office space acting as the councils’ shared headquarters. South Oxfordshire District Council has submitted a planning application for the building, and the plans are now […]
