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Environmental Health

We provide a comprehensive range of services aiming to protect and enhance the health and environment of the people of Oxford. Detailed information about specific services can be found by following the relevant links at the bottom of this page.

Fees and charges 2008/09

Some fees are set by Government legislation (such as Licensing or Gambling laws). Some are free (such as rat control) whilst may other charges are at a reduced rate for customers receiving certain benefits:  Environmental Health - Fees and charges 2008/09

Careers in Environmental Health

If you're interested in a career in Environmental Health, and how to become an Environmental Health Officer (EHO) or Practitioner (EHP) visit the careers and professional development pages of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) website and discover what a career as an Environmental Health Officer is like, what types of people become EHOs and if it's the career you're looking for.

Enforcement Policy

The Environmental Health Service enforces legislation in accordance with the Government's Enforcement Concordat. If you would like to comment on any aspect of our enforcement policies please send an email or contact us using the details on the right:

Environmental Development Enforcement Policy


Animal nuisance

Information about animal nuisance

Environmental Enforcement

Environment Enforcement Officers, who deal with city centre littering, flyers, posters.

Food Safety

The City Council's Food Safety Team ensures all food served in the City is safe to eat.

Health and Safety

Our health and safety service aims to provide a safe and healthy environment for people at work.

Infectious diseases

Infectious diseases

Pest Control

We provide technical advice and practical treatment for a range of nuisance pests.

Smokefree Oxford

Details about the smoking restriction legislation which into force on 1st July 2007



Page last reviewed 28 Aug 2008



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