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South Oxfordshire District Council

South Oxfordshire Liberal Democrat and Green Party councillors standing togetther

May 19, 2023

Leader and cabinet members confirmed for South Oxfordshire District Council

Councillor David Rouane has been confirmed as leader of South Oxfordshire District Council. At yesterday’s (May 18) annual council meeting, Cllr Rouane – who took over as leader in October 2021 after Councillor Sue Cooper stepped down – was re-appointed leader while Councillors Maggie Filipova-Rivers and Robin Bennett were made deputy leaders. Cllr Filipova-Rivers will […]

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March 24, 2023

Activities over Easter will have children hopping for joy

This Easter the holidays are going to be jam-packed full of activities for children in South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse. There’s something for everyone whether your child loves being outdoors, is interested in theatre or likes to get stuck into a bit of craft. South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District […]

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March 17, 2023

Work to create healthier eco-friendly communities highlighted in report

Work to improve people’s lives by creating healthier communities has been highlighted in a council’s performance report.

February 22, 2023

Community well-being and climate action in South Oxfordshire’s 2023/24 budget

Action on climate change and key projects to enhance community wellbeing and support those most in need can progress thanks to South Oxfordshire District Council’s improved financial position. The council can focus on these priorities because its councillors have approved a budget for 2023/4 that shows a financial position in a healthier state than previously […]

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February 15, 2023

Have your say on conservation area updates

Two local conservation areas are being reviewed and we need your help to best understand, protect and enhance them. South Oxfordshire District Council is undertaking conservation area assessments in Cuxham and a combined area across Dorchester-on-Thames and Overy, and are inviting residents to provide feedback on proposed changes over the next two months. Conservation areas […]

February 10, 2023

“Living wall” will bring more sustainable council HQ to life

A green wall up to four storeys high made from living plants will be the eye-catching centrepiece of plans for South Oxfordshire District Council’s new headquarters in Didcot. The council has continued to develop plans for its new headquarters in Didcot as progress has been made with the detailed design, with the aim of ensuring […]

January 31, 2023

Fun, free and low-cost activities for families this February half term

There’s an array of free or low-cost activities this February half-term to keep the kids entertained across South Oxfordshire and the Vale. South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils arts centres and Active Communities team have planned a week of theatre, workshops and physical activities for children and their families to engage with. […]

Chiltern Hills

December 9, 2022

Leaders Statement – 8 December 2022

I have recently issued a new scheme of delegation showing changes to the cabinet. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Cllr Leigh Rawlins for his service over the last three and a half years, firstly as Cabinet Member for planning and then as member for finance. This portfolio will now be taken […]

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December 5, 2022

Council services over Christmas and New Year 2022/23

A guide to council services over the Christmas and New Year period when the council offices are closed to the public.

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November 4, 2022

A new approach for community health and wellbeing

“We want our residents to be active, healthy and happy.” Those were the words of Cllr Helen Pighills, Cabinet Member for Healthy Communities at Vale of White Horse District Council about a new Active Communities strategy her council has launched in partnership with South Oxfordshire District Council. “Our aim is to give our local residents […]