The government has launched a consultation on options to reorganise local councils across Oxfordshire and West Berkshire.
Vale of White Horse District Council
December 19, 2025
Thames Valley devolution expression of interest submitted to government
An expression of interest letter to create a mayoral strategic authority (MSA) within the Thames Valley has been submitted to government following discussions and agreement by 13 councils within the region.
December 15, 2025
Statement of sympathy from Cllr Bethia Thomas, Leader of Vale of White Horse District Council, for all affected by tragic act on Bondi Beach in Australia
Published 15 December 2025 “I want to express my deepest sympathy to everyone affected by the tragedy that unfolded this weekend at Bondi Beach in Australia. My thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends who have lost their loved ones because of this senseless act of violence. “I am proud […]
December 15, 2025
Statement by Vale of White Horse District Council on Sanctuary and Fair Treatment
Published 15 December 2025 Our unique and diverse communities are one of our most valuable assets – and we are proud of them. To protect our sense of belonging for all communities, we will challenge and address disinformation, suspicion, and intolerance wherever it occurs. We will do all we can to ensure everyone living in […]
December 15, 2025
Vale of White Horse District Council Leader Christmas Message 2025
Published 15 December 2025 A statement from Cllr Bethia Thomas, Leader of the Vale of White Horse District Council Looking back, I think it is fair to say that it has been another challenging year – but like many previous years, I feel we have all shown great resilience and responded with determination to everything […]
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.
December 4, 2025
A call for Oxfordshire and Berkshire to be in the next wave of Strategic Authorities
The Cabinets at South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils have supported the submission of an Expression of Interest (EOI) to government for a Mayoral Strategic Authority (MSA) in the Thames Valley region. Councillor David Rouane, Leader of South Oxfordshire District Council, said:“Oxfordshire and Berkshire together make sense for a strategic authority. These […]
November 26, 2025
Councils announce preferred candidate for new Chief Executive
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils have published details of the preferred candidate to be their new, shared Chief Executive. A recruitment process got underway after the previous Chief Executive’s departure, and members of the councils’ Joint Staff Committee have now recommended Adrianna Partridge to be the new shared Chief Executive and […]
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, […]
October 29, 2025
Five councils launch ambitious plan for local government reform
Change is coming to local government across England, and five councils have worked together to create a proposal for two new, innovative and locally accountable unitary authorities for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire that will tackle existing inefficiencies, improve services, and support local communities in response to the government’s call for reform of council structures.
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.
