Delivering new council owned homes and increasing the amount of land protected for nature are just two of the ideas being discussed as a potential way ahead for South Oxfordshire. South Oxfordshire District Council is setting a new council plan for the next four years and is encouraging everyone within the district to join in […]
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February 21, 2023
EV charging has tripled in first six months of the council’s scheme
Our installation of Electric Vehicle chargers at its car parks has seen charging volumes triple in its first full six months.
February 15, 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 Cabinet has recommended councillors approve a budget for 2023/4 that shows a financial position in a healthier state […]
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 […]
February 8, 2023
Hundreds use new website to help shape districts’ future
A new interactive website helped ensure communities had their say on the future of South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse. The website was created by the two district councils to ask people their thoughts on their Joint Local Plan. The plan will help guide the councils when deciding on new housing and jobs […]
February 7, 2023
Celebrate women and their stories at Cornerstone Arts Centre as part of International Women’s Week
Comedy, music and theatre will celebrate women from all walks of life at Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot during International Women’s Week from 3 to 11 March. Opening the week will be Shazia Mirza’s, whose show Coconut was recently nominated ‘Best Stand-Up Tour Show’ in Channel 4’s National Comedy Awards. Shazia is an equally fearless […]
February 6, 2023
Third taxi driver convicted and fined for offering illegal rides at Henley Regatta
A third hackney carriage driver has been convicted of illegally plying for hire and at last summer’s Henley Regatta. On Friday 27 January, Oxford Magistrates’ Court heard how during the Regatta, officers from South Oxfordshire District Council had spotted yet another vehicle parked on double yellow lines in Henley. Officers identified Mr Abdul Haye Azad’s […]
February 1, 2023
Abbey Sports Centre changing rooms to get eco-friendly refurbishment
Changing facilities at a sports centre are getting an eco-friendly makeover with help from money secured from developers’ building houses in the area.
Environmentally friendly measures such as energy efficient LED lighting will be installed, as well as eco-friendly hand-dryers and new toilet flushes and showers that use less water.
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. […]
January 25, 2023
Council secures funding to install renewable energy at its arts centre
South Oxfordshire District Council has been successful in its bid for government funding of more than £370,000 towards the installation of solar panels and air source heat pumps at Cornerstone, the council’s arts centre in Didcot.
