A guide to council services over the Christmas and New Year period when the council offices are closed to the public.
Latest news
July 1, 2025
Culture and Heritage Network Event brings local groups together
A brand new event has been launched to help local arts, culture and heritage to thrive, linking the groups and organisations who need support with those that have the ability to provide it. The inaugural Heritage Network event successfully took place on 25 June at the Abbey Buildings in Abingdon. Around 30 representatives from local […]
June 27, 2025
Works planned for Abbey Meadows bridge
Work is planned to improve the bridge connecting Abbey Meadows and Barton Fields in Abingdon.
June 26, 2025
We’re in the top ten district councils in the the UK for action on climate and nature
Vale of White Horse and South Oxfordshire district councils are in the top ten performing district councils in the country for taking action on climate and nature recovery, according to research by an environmental organisation. Both councils, which have just published their new joint nature and climate action plan, were rated in the top ten […]
June 23, 2025
Agenda: Joint Audit and Governance Committee, Tuesday 1 July 2025
The agenda reports pack for the Joint Audit and Governance Committee to be held on Tuesday 01 July 2025 at 6.30pm has been published: Agenda – Joint Audit and Governance Committee, 01 July 2025.
June 20, 2025
Updated Vale Cabinet work programme published today
The programme can be downloaded below
June 20, 2025
Vale Scrutiny Committee agenda 30 June 2025 published
The agenda is available below. The committee will be discussing the Annual Delivery Plan (linked to the Vale Council plan)
June 19, 2025
Planning application submitted for Haseley Trading Estate vehicle depot
South Oxfordshire District Council has submitted a planning application for the proposed vehicle depot site, and the plans are now available to view online and for people to leave their comments.
June 18, 2025
Community is our superpower this Refugee Week
As part of Refugee Week, we’re shining a light on those who support people seeking sanctuary and thanking communities for all they do. The work we do to help people access accommodation and provide community integration support for guests from Ukraine, Afghanistan and Hong Kong is part of a huge team effort across the county involving a wide […]
June 17, 2025
Early opening days announced for Abbey Meadow Pool ahead of June heatwave
Summer in the Vale is well underway and there is great news for families and swimmers with the Abbey Meadow outdoor pool in Abingdon set to open early this season!
June 16, 2025
Agenda Planning Committee – Wednesday 25 June 2025
The agenda reports pack for the Planning Committee to be held on Wednesday 25 June 2025 at 7pm has been published: Agenda and draft minutes – Planning Committee, 25 June 2025.
