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September 28, 2026
Councils reluctantly approve constitution changes for new planning process
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse district councillors this week discussed significant changes coming to the world of planning from the end of October, including a new standard national system that will see more applications determined by council officers.
September 22, 2026
Councils work towards stronger community connections
An ambitious undertaking with the aim of strengthening community connections gets underway this month across southern Oxfordshire.
September 15, 2026
Leader’s statement on the Botley Road reopening
Following confirmation from Network Rail the Botley Road in Oxford will reopen on Sunday 20 September – over two years later than the original timetable deadline – Leader of Vale of White Horse District Council, Cllr Bethia Thomas, has expressed her relief that the long overdue project was finally complete.
September 9, 2026
Report details lessons learnt from Land Charges system delay
Following the delays in delivering South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils’ new Land Charges system this year, a report has been published setting out the causes of the project delays and identifying lessons learnt.
September 7, 2026
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Council statement on local government reorganisation (LGR) announcement
Published on Monday 7 September 2026 The government has announced it will review its local government reorganisation (LGR) decisions across England. This has implications about the future of councils in Oxfordshire and West Berkshire. In a joint statement, the leaders of the South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Council expressed their disbelief and disappointment […]
July 3, 2026
Joint Local Plan Examination Hearings
The second stage of public hearings for the South and Vale Joint Local Plan start next week.
June 29, 2026
Heard of local government reorganisation? How does it work?
Local government reorganisation (LGR) might sound complicated, but at its heart, it’s simply about redesigning how councils work so services are easier to access, more efficient and more financially sustainable.
June 23, 2026
What happens after the government approves a local government reorganisation proposal?
Once the government decides to approve a local government reorganisation (LGR) proposal, the real work begins. While the decision itself is a major milestone, it’s only the start of a long, carefully managed transition designed to make sure services continue smoothly and residents are supported every step of the way.
June 22, 2026
Beat the heat in the Vale
A guide to services and advice from the council, as well as local and national organisations, to help during the summer months.
June 18, 2026
Joint statement from South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils on local devolution
The leaders of South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils have reaffirmed their commitment to working constructively and collaboratively with all partners and the government on discussions around a new strategic authority that would cover the Thames Valley.
