We are updating the software behind our Planning and Land Charges services, to ensure it remains reliable, supported, and able to meet future service needs.
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April 1, 2026
Culture and Heritage Network Event returns to Cornerstone
Published 1 April 2026 On 25 March, the Southern Oxfordshire Heritage, Culture, and Creative Industries Symposium returned to the Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot. The three-hour event, made possible through funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Arts Council England grants received earlier in the year, brought together 30 people from local museums, theatres, […]
March 27, 2026
Leaders reflect on the close of the government’s LGR consultation for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire
As the government consultation on local government reorganisation (LGR) for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire draws to a close, South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Council leaders have thanked everyone who has submitted their views on the three proposals for this area.
March 16, 2026
Important changes to planning, land charges and mapping services
We are updating the software behind our Planning and Land Charges services, to ensure it remains reliable, supported, and able to meet future service needs.
February 13, 2026
Vale Leader on the government’s strategic planning proposals
Cllr Bethia Thomas, Leader of the Vale of White Horse District Council, said: “We have been clear for some time that we do not believe Swindon is a good fit for any future Thames Valley Strategic Authority area and that has not changed.”
February 5, 2026
Residents urged to respond to government consultation on once-in-a-generation opportunity to change local councils
The government has launched a consultation on options to reorganise local councils across Oxfordshire and West Berkshire.
January 26, 2026
Councils lead the way in disability representation
Two Oxfordshire councils are leading the way in disability representation by achieving the highest level of national accreditation for inclusivity and accessibility.
January 14, 2026
Council supports £100,000 loan for Abingdon Abbey Buildings Enhancement project
There is great news for heritage in Abingdon this month. The Vale of White Horse District Council has agreed to lend £100,000 to the Friends of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust to support the Abingdon Abbey Buildings Enhancement Project.
December 15, 2025
Arts Centres in Southern Oxfordshire launch new websites
Cornerstone Arts Centre in Didcot and The Beacon Arts, Entertainment and Community Centre in Wantage have launched new websites to make it easier for visitors to explore what’s on offer. As part of their ongoing Action Plans to ensure long-term sustainability, these updates are key steps in enhancing the venues’ services and ensuring they continue […]
December 12, 2025
Council expresses disappointment at Great Western Park surgery delay
Vale of White Horse District Council has expressed its disappointment following an update issued this week by the Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West Integrated Care System Board (BOB ICB) regarding the delivery of the new GP surgery at Great Western Park in Didcot.
December 12, 2025
Joint Local Plan examination hearings could continue after Government announcement
The examination hearings for South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils Joint Local Plan could continue after the government announced it intends to remove the Duty to Co-operate from the plan making process. Following a ministerial statement from Matthew Pennycook MP, Minister of State for Housing and Planning, the government has indicated that […]
