Latest Business and Economy news
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Celebrating 175 Oxford Living Wage employers
Employees from 175 Oxford organisations are now being paid at least the Oxford Living Wage, the largest number since the scheme launched in 2019.
Date: 6 October 2025
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City centre vacancy rates data published
Oxford City Council’s summer vacancy survey, completed June 2025, found that fewer than 3% of units in the city centre are currently vacant and available to let.
Date: 26 September 2025
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ODS shortlisted for prestigious innovation award
ODS, Oxford City Council’s wholly owned company, was shortlisted for the Steve Berry Highways Authority Innovation Award at the Highways Awards 2025, held at the Park Plaza Westminster.
Date: 24 September 2025
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Chair announced to champion rail investment and help drive forward reopening of the Cowley Branch Line
Rob Brighouse has been announced as the independent Chair of the newly formed Oxford Strategic Rail Promoters’ Group.
Date: 19 September 2025
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Oxford welcomes new businesses in city centre
In the year to date, over 15 businesses have completed lettings across the city centre, including in the Covered Market and shopping centre.
Date: 17 September 2025
