The government has launched a consultation on options to reorganise local councils across Oxfordshire and West Berkshire.
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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 13, 2026
Why West Berkshire and Oxfordshire make sense in Local Government Reorganisation
As part of the government’s consultation on Local Government Reorganisation they are asking the question ‘To what extent do you agree or disagree that this proposal will put local government in the area as a whole on a firmer footing’ particularly in relation to West Berkshire Council, who feature as part of two of the three proposals for the area.
February 12, 2026
Vale Council sets balanced 2026/27 budget focused on communities, services and responsible spending
Vale of White Horse District Council has agreed its £21million budget for 2026/27, setting out how it will protect essential local services, invest in community facilities and manage public money responsibly during a period of continued financial pressure on councils and households.
February 11, 2026
Sound financial management means parking fees frozen
Vale of White Horse District Council Cabinet met on Friday 30 January and agreed to freeze car parking fees for the 2026/27 year. Good financial management has meant motorists in the Vale will not face a rise in fees this financial year.
February 10, 2026
Joint Local Plan procedural meeting 12 February 2026
A Procedural Meeting for the Joint Local Plan will be held on Thursday 12 February 2026 in Meeting Room 1 of Abbey House, Abbey Close, Abingdon, OX14 3JE, between 12- 2pm.
February 9, 2026
Food and Warmth Grant Scheme supports people this winter
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils’ Food and Warmth Grant Scheme is helping support people to cope with the rising cost of living this winter. Grants totaling over £150,000 have been awarded to 50 local not-for-profit organisations who are delivering projects that improve access to food and help people keep their homes warm. The funding is supporting a wide range of initiatives, including: Pamela Roscoe from Vale Community Impact said: “The Food […]
February 6, 2026
Draft Vale 2026/27 budget to be considered by Council
A draft budget for 2026/27, setting out how Vale of White Horse District Council plans to protect local services, support communities and manage public money carefully, will be presented to councillors for approval this month.
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 4, 2026
South and Vale residents to keep using just one recycling bin
Residents can continue using a single wheelie bin for almost all their recycling, following confirmation that we won’t need to change our services to meet a new national policy.
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.
