The government has launched a consultation on options to reorganise local councils across Oxfordshire and West Berkshire.
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February 26, 2026
Five Councils outline how a two-unitary proposal would reimagine council service delivery across Oxfordshire and West Berkshire
Published Thursday 26 February 2026 Council leaders have set out how the proposal to replace seven councils across Oxfordshire and West Berkshire with two, streamlined, more cost-effective unitary councils is the only option on the table that puts service-improvement at its heart, while retaining a clear local focus in each area. Under the two-unitary proposal, services including highways maintenance, adult social care, children’s […]
February 26, 2026
New electric waste vehicle will save councils 13 tonnes of carbon emissions per year
South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse district councils have taken delivery of their second electric waste collection and street cleansing vehicle – which produces 70 per cent fewer carbon emissions than its diesel predecessor.
February 23, 2026
Residents reminded to buy their new garden waste permit
Residents who receive garden waste collections in South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse are being reminded to buy a new permit if they wish to continue receiving collections from 1 April through to 31 March 2027
February 19, 2026
Dig in for free! South and Vale residents invited to grab complimentary compost this March
Spring is coming – and so is your chance to give your garden a natural boost! South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are inviting residents to collect free, nutrient-rich compost at special giveaway events this March. It’s the perfect way to recycle, reduce waste and grow something great!
February 17, 2026
Leaders’ Report
Wednesday 11 February 2026 Thank you all for being here tonight. I am really glad that we are in a new home, and am looking forward to our next meeting being live-streamed – providing the openness and transparency that I know we as councillors welcome. Obviously the big news tonight is our budget and we […]
February 16, 2026
Find out more about future plans for Didcot at community event in March
A free event in March offers an exciting opportunity to find out more about future plans for Didcot.
Members of the public and community groups in Didcot are invited to attend a special Didcot Community meeting after the success of the first event last year.
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.
