The government has launched a consultation on options to reorganise local councils across Oxfordshire and West Berkshire.
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February 17, 2026
Leaders’ Report
Wednesday 11 February 2026 Thank you all for being here tonight. I am really glad that we are in a new home, and am looking forward to our next meeting being live-streamed – providing the openness and transparency that I know we as councillors welcome. Obviously the big news tonight is our budget and we […]
February 6, 2026
Fun, Theatre and Family Days Out This February Half-Term
Starting on 15 February, families across South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse can enjoy a fun-filled half-term with a range of free and low-cost activities, from sports and games to theatre and arts and crafts.
February 2, 2026
Vale of White Horse Leader urges Chancellor to go further in supporting hospitality businesses
Cllr Bethia Thomas, Leader of Vale of White Horse District Council, has written to Chancellor Rachel Reeves to raise concerns on behalf of local hospitality businesses following the Government’s recent announcement of a 15% per cent business rates discount for pubs and music venues.
January 14, 2026
New community repair hub opens in Abingdon
People in Abingdon and neighbouring villages will benefit from a new community repair hub, Shed Space, which offers a space to refurbish bikes and household items as well as opportunities to make new friends and share skills.
January 8, 2026
Meeting with Inspectors will discuss ways forward for Joint Local Plan
Council officers will meet with government planning Inspectors with the hope the districts’ Joint Local Plan will continue its examination.
December 4, 2025
Council services over Christmas and New Year 2025/26
A guide to council services over the Christmas and New Year period when the council offices are closed to the public.
November 20, 2025
A win-win for White Horse Lottery supporters and local organisations
The White Horse Community 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.
October 29, 2025
Winter in The Vale
A guide to services and advice from the council, as well as local and national organisations, to help during the winter months.
October 28, 2025
Council leader expresses deep concerns for proposed reservoir at busy October Council Meeting
Vale of White Horse District Council’s Leader, Bethia Thomas, reflected on the major topics dominating recent weeks at the October Council meeting, including the proposed Thames Water reservoir, the status of the Joint Local Plan and Local Government Reorganisation at the busy meeting on Wednesday 22 October. In her Leader’s statement, Cllr Bethia Thomas, expressed […]
October 23, 2025
Leader’s statement – Report to Council – 22 October 2025
Cllr Bethia Thomas, Leader of Vale of White Horse District Council, delivered her latest Report to Council at the meeting on 22 October 2025: This evening, we have seen more members of the public come to a Vale full council meeting than ever before. They have joined us, because we all share one thing in […]
