A guide to council services over the Christmas and New Year period when the council offices are closed to the public.
Latest news
November 26, 2025
Bathing water quality at Wallingford improves
Good news for swimmers, kayakers and all those who enjoy the River Thames at Wallingford, the water quality at the bathing water site in the town has officially improved since last year.
November 24, 2025
Household rubbish can only be collected if bin lids are fully closed
Find out why and what to do if you have excess waste or recycling
November 20, 2025
A win-win for SO Lottery supporters and local organisations
The SO Charitable Lottery is giving residents an extra reason to take part this season. Anyone entering before Saturday 29 November will be in with a chance to win a Nintendo Switch 2 bundle (or cash alternative) along with £500 for their chosen cause – a win-win for residents and the community this Christmas.
November 17, 2025
Thames Valley leaders to pursue devolution deal
Leaders from across the Thames Valley are progressing plans to pursue a mayoral strategic authority (MSA) for the region, a new combined authority made up of a number of council areas, which would be led by a directly elected mayor.
November 17, 2025
Visit Southern Oxfordshire launches campaign to boost festive trade
Visit Southern Oxfordshire, the official tourism and events hub for South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse, has launched a new initiative to support small, independent businesses this Christmas.
November 14, 2025
Five out of seven councils back the two-unitary proposal for council reorganisation
A consensus has emerged for the shape of Local Government Reorganisation in the area after five councils in Oxfordshire and West Berkshire have formally supported a proposal for two new, innovative, and locally accountable unitary authorities, aimed at addressing current inefficiencies, enhancing services, and saving millions in response to the government’s call for reform of council structures.
November 14, 2025
South Oxfordshire Cabinet approves bold proposal for Local Government Reorganisation
A radical shake-up of local councils is on the cards after South Oxfordshire District Council’s Cabinet approved the submission of a proposal for two new unitary councils to the government.
November 11, 2025
Partnership’s positive action reduces anti-social behaviour and makes our communities safer
Published 11 November 2025 The South and Vale Community Safety Partnership (CSP) has released its 2024–25 performance update, showcasing how coordinated action between councils, Thames Valley Police, housing associations, health services and local organisations is keeping residents safe and reducing anti-social behaviour (ASB). In 2024–25 the CSP’s Community Safety team received and investigated 126 reports […]
November 10, 2025
Over £700,000 of funding approved for new community and youth centre in Thame
Published 10 November 2025 Exciting news for people of South Oxfordshire this month with £779,246 of funding approved as a contribution towards the building of a new Community and Youth Centre at Southern Road Recreation Ground in Thame. Thame Town Council is set to receive funding from South Oxfordshire District Council to create a modern, […]
November 4, 2025
Breaking the cycle of homelessness
Homelessness extends far beyond rough sleeping and can impact anyone, often without warning. It is frequently hidden, such as sofa surfing, encompassing individuals living in insecure, inadequate, or unsanitary housing, as well as those affected by domestic abuse. Proactive work to break the cycle of homelessness for vulnerable people and ensure support is accessible, effective, […]
