A guide to council services over the Christmas and New Year period when the council offices are closed to the public.
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October 29, 2020
Oxford officially moved to ‘high’ COVID alert level as cases continue to rise
Oxford will be moved into the government’s ‘high’ or tier 2 alert level after a further rise in cases of COVID-19 – meaning that the city’s residents will need to abide by new rules from Saturday 31 October. The central government decision follows intensive discussions between central government, local councils, MPs and others in recent […]
October 27, 2020
Councils continue to work closely together with voluntary sector to help families through half-term and beyond
Help continues to be available, should it be required, during half term in Oxfordshire for families of children in receipt of free school meals. All six Oxfordshire councils have been working together very closely with community and voluntary partners to help families across the county access food and essential supplies. Support mechanisms are in place […]
October 22, 2020
Oxfordshire close to ‘high’ COVID-19 alert level
People in Oxfordshire are being advised to be extra vigilant, particularly over half-term, as cases of coronavirus continue to spread across the county. Evidence shows that, in the past two weeks, the virus has spread to a much wider age range across the county and is no longer confined to younger people in urban areas. […]
October 5, 2020
Oxford to Cambridge Arc: a global asset and national investment priority
Bold vision to create a global hub for innovation and green development that inspires communities worldwide. The Oxford to Cambridge Arc, which the Chancellor of the Exchequer described as a “key economic priority” for the country, has unveiled its bold vision in a prospectus that has been submitted to Government. The Arc’s ambition is to […]
October 5, 2020
Councillors to set priorities for the Vale after residents have their say
Record numbers of residents and people working in the Vale of White Horse recently responded to a survey about the district council’s forthcoming new Corporate Plan, and councillors are set to consider changes to plans based on the public feedback. In July the council asked those living and working in the Vale to comment on […]
September 28, 2020
Coronavirus community support
Find out what support is available to you if you’re struggling with anything, and what you can do to help out in your community.
September 9, 2020
Planners’ Fast Tracking of UK’s Vaccines Manufacturing and Innovation Centre Supercharges Delivery
Priority planning status enabled construction of the UK’s Vaccines Manufacturing and Innovation Centre (VMIC) to commence months before planning permission was granted. Close collaboration between Vale of White Horse District Council, VMIC, Harwell Campus and multiple stakeholders ensured that work on the VMIC facility met Council needs as construction moved swiftly to meet the demands […]
August 5, 2020
Exciting new amphitheatre being built for Chilton village community
Residents living in Chilton will soon have their own impressive amphitheatre for local shows and performances. Chilton Parish Council applied for funds collected by Vale of White Horse District Council from developer contributions for public art as part of an agreement to build new homes in the village. The parish council worked hard over a […]
July 31, 2020
Possible new future for Old Abbey House
Vale of White Horse District Council is looking to work with the Abingdon community to seek a viable future for Old Abbey House. The district council no longer needs the house in Abbey Close and is looking for a new owner. The council will test the property market to see if there are likely to […]
July 21, 2020
Vale of White Horse District Council provide £31,200 to Grove Parish Council to help buy a new tractor
Grove Parish Council was allocated £31,200 to buy a brand-new tractor to help with the upkeep of existing pitches and grass at their popular recreation ground. The funds were allocated by Vale of White Horse District Council, towards a new tractor for Grove Recreation Ground, by using money collected from housing developers as part of […]
