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• City Council sets 19/20 budget

  Published: Thursday, 14th February 2019

  At its Budget Meeting last night (13 February) Oxford City Council passed its Budget for 2019/20 and its Medium Term Financial Strategy.

• Top overall score for customer service

  Published: Thursday, 7th February 2019

  For the first time all the main ways Oxford City Council communicates with its customers have been rated in the top four of councils surveyed across the UK.

• City Council and Direct Services scoop award

  Published: Friday, 1st February 2019

  Oxford City Council and its partner Oxford Direct Services have scooped the prize for the Most Sustainable Fleet Management Department at the Local Authority Plant and Vehicles (LAPV) Future Fleet Awards.

• Oxford to welcome new Lord Mayor of Oxford

  Published: Thursday, 31st January 2019

  Councillor Craig Simmons is set to be sworn in as the new Lord Mayor of Oxford at the annual mayor making at Oxford Town Hall this coming May.

• New Council Champion announced

  Published: Tuesday, 29th January 2019

  Oxford City Council has a new Champion following the appointment of Cllr Richard Howlett as Cooperatives Champion at last night's Council meeting (28 January). Cllr Howlett will focus on promoting the growth of the cooperative economy in the city.

• Budget consultation – not long left to comment

  Published: Friday, 25th January 2019

  To allow residents more time to engage in the City Council's draft budget consultation for 2019/20, the closing date has been extended until Monday 4 February.

• Oxford and Ramallah take step towards twinning

  Published: Friday, 21st December 2018

  Oxford and Ramallah in Palestine signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on 17 December in Oxford Town Hall, starting the journey towards twinning.

• Christmas and New Year Service Arrangements 2018-19

  Published: Friday, 21st December 2018

  There will be changes to the opening hours at our St Aldate's Chambers Customer Service Centre and telephone Contact Centre over the Christmas and New Year period.

• RSPCA recognition for Council's canine caring

  Published: Wednesday, 19th December 2018

  Oxford City Council has won a Platinum PawPrint for its dog warden service.

• Council scoops public service excellence award

  Published: Tuesday, 18th December 2018

  At this year's Association of Public Service Excellence awards, Oxford City Council, in partnership with Oxford Direct Services, won the "Best Performer, Transport Operations and Vehicle Maintenance Award", beating six other finalists to scoop the first place. 

• Oxford City Council Budget 2019/20

  Published: Tuesday, 11th December 2018

  At its meeting on 18 December, the City's Executive Board will consider the report on the Council's budget for 2019/20.

• AI project scoops £80,000 funding

  Published: Friday, 7th December 2018

  An Oxford City Council-led project to examine the use of chatbots and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is set to get £80,000 from the Local Digital Fund.

• Cheney votes on most significant woman

  Published: Monday, 3rd December 2018

  The Rumble Museum at Cheney School is holding a day of celebration on 14 December to commemorate the first time that women were able to vote.

• Successful prosecution for unlawful subletting

  Published: Tuesday, 27th November 2018

  Oxford City Council has brought a successful prosecution for unlawful letting of a social housing property.

• Council asks Government for Brexit clarification

  Published: Monday, 26th November 2018

  Oxford City Council has published letters from the Leader of the Council, Cllr Susan Brown, to the Government and to local MPs concerning Brexit and the People’s Vote.

• Three former Lord Mayors are to be given titles of Honorary Alderman and Honorary Alderwoman

  Published: Monday, 26th November 2018

  The Council will bestow one of the highest honours in its gift in conferring three former Lord Mayors as Honorary Aldermen and Honorary Alderwoman for their outstanding service and dedication.

• Time running out to get on the new register

  Published: Tuesday, 20th November 2018

  Every year the City Council draws up the new electoral register. We have already sent out the canvass form and reminder, for households to respond to. The cut-off date to get on the new register is 30 November and until then we'll have canvassers out and about visiting those that haven’t yet replied.

• Council marks Fraud Awareness Week

  Published: Thursday, 15th November 2018

  According to a recent report, most fraud in public sector organisations is detected through tip-offs.

• Sold out - Tickets on sale for the Lord Mayor of Oxford's annual Christmas Carol Concert

  Published: Monday, 12th November 2018

  Tickets now sold out.

• Council aims for more diverse workforce

  Published: Tuesday, 30th October 2018

  Oxford City Council is aiming to improve the quality and relevance of its services for the city’s entire population by better reflecting Oxford’s diversity in its workforce.

• And the winner is...

  Published: Wednesday, 17th October 2018

  The Oxford City Council Counter-Fraud Team has made history.

• Oxford City Council pays tribute to Councillor Angie Goff

  Published: Monday, 8th October 2018

  Oxford City Council pays tribute to Councillor Angie Goff, who has sadly passed away.

• Register to vote: the new electoral register

  Published: Monday, 1st October 2018

  Every year the City Council draws up the new electoral register. We have already sent out the canvass form and reminder, for households to respond to, and in October and November we have canvassers out and about visiting those households that haven’t yet replied.

• Council responds to Government statement on Oxford to Cambridge Expressway

  Published: Wednesday, 12th September 2018

  Councillor Susan Brown, Leader of Oxford City Council, said:

• Sheriff of Oxford’s traditional round-up of cattle on Port Meadow

  Published: Friday, 7th September 2018

  The Sheriff of Oxford’s traditional round-up of cattle on Port Meadow will take place at 6.30am on Monday 10 September 2018.

• Summer Bank Holiday Service Arrangements for Oxford City Council

  Published: Friday, 24th August 2018

  Council offices will close for the bank holiday at 4.30pm on Friday 24 August 2018 and will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 28 August 2018.

• Last chance to shape political map of Oxford

  Published: Monday, 6th August 2018

  Local people have just a few days left to help re-draw council ward boundaries across Oxford.

• Response to petition

  Published: Tuesday, 24th July 2018

  The City Council as part of our commitment to be an open and democratic council allows public addresses on any issue.

• Maternity cover announced for Councillor Marie Tidball

  Published: Monday, 23rd July 2018

  Councillor Marie Tidball, Board Member for Supporting Local Communities, who represents Hinksey Park, will be taking maternity leave from her City Executive Board role at the end of July.

• Oxford City Council Champions announced

  Published: Friday, 20th July 2018

  Council Leader, Councillor Susan Brown has announced the appointment of City Council Champions across four areas of priority.

• Combating fraud: team expands operations

  Published: Thursday, 19th July 2018

  With a proven track record of countering public sector fraud in both the city and further afield, Oxford City Council's Fraud Investigation Team is now additionally working with Cherwell District Council and South Northamptonshire Council to prevent and detect fraud and irregularity.

• Have your say on ward boundaries in Oxford

  Published: Monday, 16th July 2018

  The Local Government Boundary Commission for England is asking people and organisations to comment on their draft recommendations for new ward boundaries across Oxford.

• Celebrating democracy at the Leys Festival

  Published: Tuesday, 3rd July 2018

  Oxford City Council's electoral team will be out and about at the Leys Festival and Horticultural Show answering questions on how to register to vote and anything else you might want to know.

• Bag a bargain from the Depot

  Published: Wednesday, 27th June 2018

  Vehicles and equipment will be auctioned off by Oxford City Council on 14 July.

• Wroclaw council Chair pays a visit

  Published: Friday, 15th June 2018

  The Chair of Wroclaw City Council, Mr Jacek Ossowski, arrived in Oxford on yesterday (14 June) for a visit and talks about signing a twinning or friendship agreement between the two cities. 

• NFLA Forum meets at Town Hall

  Published: Thursday, 14th June 2018

  Nuclear Free Local Authorities (NFLA) are holding a summer seminar in the Long Room at Oxford Town Hall, OX1 1BX, on 15 June.

• Spring Bank Holiday Service Arrangements for Oxford City Council

  Published: Friday, 25th May 2018

  Council offices will close for the bank holiday at 4.30pm on Friday 25 May 2018 and will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 29 May 2018.

• Planning Committees' membership confirmed

  Published: Thursday, 24th May 2018

  The membership of the Council's two planning committees was announced at Annual Council and the Chairs and Vice-Chairs were elected at the committees' meetings this week.

• Oxford City Council Executive Board announced

  Published: Tuesday, 15th May 2018

  Following the election on 3 May, the Labour Group is the largest party and will again form Oxford City Council’s governing administration with Cllr Susan Brown continuing as Leader.

• Oxford to welcome new Lord Mayor of Oxford

  Published: Monday, 14th May 2018

  Councillor Colin Cook is set to be sworn in as the new Lord Mayor of Oxford at the annual mayor making ceremony at Oxford Town Hall on Tuesday 15 May 2018.

• Scrutiny Committee wants to hear from you

  Published: Thursday, 10th May 2018

  Last week, over 38,000 Oxford residents turned out to elect 24 councillors onto the City Council, which is responsible for delivering a variety of services for the area. Now, the Council’s Scrutiny Committee, which reviews and challenges many of the Council’s decisions and policies, wants to hear from you. 

• Nine volunteers receive Certificate of Honour for their services to others in the community

  Published: Tuesday, 8th May 2018

  The Lord Mayor of Oxford, Councillor Jean Fooks is recognising nine volunteers for their dedication and exceptional service to others in a local community in Oxford.

• Early May Bank Holiday Service Arrangements for Oxford City Council

  Published: Saturday, 5th May 2018

  Council offices will close for the bank holiday at 5pm on Friday 4 May 2018 and will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 8 May 2018.

• X marks the spot!

  Published: Thursday, 26th April 2018

  The local elections are now just a week away. We want as many people as possible, who are eligible, to vote on 3 May 2018. 

• Don't be a victim of electoral fraud

  Published: Monday, 23rd April 2018

  Electoral fraud takes away a voter's right to vote as they want – whether through intimidation, bribery or by impersonating someone and casting their vote.

• Can't get to the polling station?

  Published: Thursday, 19th April 2018

  So, you're registered to vote but you can't make it to your polling station on 3 May to vote in the local election. What can you do?

• Tickets on sale for the Lord Mayor’s charity dinner

  Published: Tuesday, 17th April 2018

  The Lord Mayor of Oxford, Councillor Jean Fooks is inviting people to attend her charity dinner; an evening of entertainment to help raise money for her local chosen charities:

• Moved house? Are you registered to vote?

  Published: Monday, 16th April 2018

  With the election for Oxford City Councilors happening on 3 May it's important to make sure you're on the electoral register.

• Fake news

  Published: Wednesday, 11th April 2018

  We were contacted by journalists from the local media this morning who told us that they had received what is clearly a fake news release claiming to be from us.

• Make sure you're registered to vote in time for the local elections this May

  Published: Tuesday, 10th April 2018

  On Thursday 3 May, residents in Oxford will go to the polls to vote on who represents them at a local level.

• The easy read guide to voting

  Published: Tuesday, 3rd April 2018

  With elections to the City Council happening on 3 May, it's important that everyone who is entitled to vote is registered and that they use their vote on polling day.

• No gender pay gap at City Council

  Published: Thursday, 29th March 2018

  In line with new legislation Oxford City Council has published the gender pay gap data for the year ending 31 March 2017.  It shows that, for basic pay, which is based on hourly rates, there is no gender pay gap at the City Council.

• Are you registered to vote?

  Published: Wednesday, 28th March 2018

  There is an election for half of the Oxford City Council seats on 3 May and if you’re not registered, you can’t vote. You have to register yourself; no one can do it for you.

• Easter holiday service arrangements for Oxford City Council

  Published: Wednesday, 28th March 2018

  The Council’s St Aldate's offices will close for Easter from 5pm on Thursday 29 March 2018 and will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 3 April 2018.

• Notice of Election

  Published: Tuesday, 27th March 2018

  The Notice of Election for the 2018 City Council elections has been published.

• Nominations now open for the annual Certificate of Honour Awards

  Published: Friday, 2nd March 2018

  Do you know someone whose voluntary work has transformed the lives of others?

• Oxford City Council Streetscene team pay tribute to friend and colleague

  Published: Tuesday, 20th February 2018

  Oxford City Council’s Streetscene team have paid tribute to their friend and colleague, Richard Hamilton, who has sadly passed away.

• Final City Council budget proposals published

  Published: Tuesday, 6th February 2018

  Following a consultation period that ended on 31 January, Oxford City Council has published its final budget proposals for 2018/19. The amended proposals will go before the City Executive Board on 13 February for consideration.

• A celebration of Councillor Olive Gibbs

  Published: Tuesday, 30th January 2018

  Born in Osney Lane in 1918, Olive Gibbs went on to become, twice, Lord Mayor of Oxford, as well achieving much else in local and national politics.

• Oxford City Council elects Councillor Susan Brown as new Leader

  Published: Tuesday, 30th January 2018

  Oxford City Council has elected Councillor Susan Brown as its new Leader.

• Holocaust Memorial Day service of reflection - Friday 26 January 2018

  Published: Friday, 26th January 2018

  The Lord Mayor of Oxford, Councillor Jean Fooks will be hosting a short reflection service to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day at noon on Friday 26 January 2018 at Oxford Town Hall.

• Commemorating 100 years of women's suffrage

  Published: Tuesday, 23rd January 2018

  This year sees the 100th anniversary of votes for women in the UK. Throughout 2018 there will be events in Oxford marking the anniversary and the City Council is proud to be supporting these.  

• Christmas and New Year office closures

  Published: Wednesday, 13th December 2017

  On 22 and 29 December, the Customer Service Centre at St. Aldate’s Chambers will close early at 4.45pm. 

• Severe weather operations update

  Published: Monday, 11th December 2017

  Following extensive work yesterday, in response to the continuing snow and ice we recommenced gritting operations at 3.00 am this morning and will continue throughout the day.

• Make sure you're registered to vote

  Published: Friday, 3rd November 2017

  The annual canvass to update the City Council's electoral register will continue until the end of November.

• Oxfordshire Growth Board agrees new joint initiatives

  Published: Tuesday, 31st October 2017

  Oxfordshire Growth Board has agreed a raft of new initiatives that further consolidate collaborative working across the county’s six local authorities and the local enterprise partnership.

• Council’s Customer Service Centre at Templars Square to close

  Published: Tuesday, 17th October 2017

  The Council’s Customer Service Centre at Templars Square will close permanently on 22 December 2017.

• City Council Chief Executive appointed

  Published: Monday, 16th October 2017

  Gordon Mitchell has been appointed as Chief Executive at Oxford City Council. He's been working as interim Chief Executive for five months and his contract has now been extended until December 2020.

• Counter fraud leads to prestigious award

  Published: Monday, 9th October 2017

  Oxford City Council’s Investigation Service, winners of the Excellence in Corporate Fraud Award at the Institute of Revenues, Ratings and Valuation's (IRRV) 2016 Performance Awards, have hit the top spot again in 2017.

• City Council hosts second Fraud Open Day

  Published: Friday, 15th September 2017

  Delegates from organisations aiming to eliminate corporate fraud in the public sector gathered at Oxford Town Hall on 14 September for the second Fraud Open Day conference.

• Statement regarding error in Household Enquiry Forms pack

  Published: Monday, 21st August 2017

  Tim Sadler, Oxford City Council’s electoral registration and returning officer, said:

• Lord Mayor recognises Oxford’s unsung heroes

  Published: Friday, 23rd June 2017

  The Lord Mayor of Oxford, Councillor Jean Fooks, has recognised thirteen volunteers for their dedication and exceptional service to others in the community at the annual Certificate of Honour awards ceremony.

• Interim Chief Executive announced for Oxford City Council

  Published: Monday, 8th May 2017

  Gordon Mitchell has been named as the new Interim Chief Executive at Oxford City Council. Peter Sloman will soon be leaving after ten years as the council’s top permanent official.

• Council holds vehicle and equipment auction

  Published: Tuesday, 2nd May 2017

  Vehicles and equipment will be auctioned off by Oxford City Council on Saturday 13 May.

• Peter Sloman's appointment

  Published: Monday, 27th March 2017

  Peter Sloman, the city council’s chief executive, has been selected as the preferred candidate for the role of chief executive at Reading Borough Council.

• By-election announced

  Published: Monday, 27th March 2017

  Following the sad death of Councillor Van Coulter, a by-election has been announced for the Oxford City Council ward of Barton and Sandhills.

• Councillor Van Coulter

  Published: Tuesday, 14th March 2017

  Oxford City Council has regrettably been informed of the extremely sad news that Councillor Van Coulter died on 13 March.

• Ipsos MORI poll finds residents want services provided at local level

  Published: Monday, 13th March 2017

  Independent polling by Ipsos MORI has found two thirds of Oxfordshire residents feel local services should continue to be decided at the district/city level, rather than at the county level.

• Oxford City Council response to “Better Oxfordshire” proposal

  Published: Friday, 3rd March 2017

  Councillor Bob Price, Leader of Oxford City Council, responds to the launch of Oxfordshire County Council’s “Better Oxfordshire” proposal.

• More than 5,000 people sign petition against unitary county council

  Published: Tuesday, 28th February 2017

  More than 5,000 people have signed a petition against Oxfordshire County Council’s unitary county council proposals.

• Oxford Marks ‘1 Day Without Us’, celebrating the contribution of immigrants to our city

  Published: Wednesday, 15th February 2017

  The general public is invited to join the Lord Mayor of Oxford, Cllr Mohammed Altaf-Khan at Oxford Town Hall on Monday 20 February, 1pm, to mark ‘1 Day Without Us’.

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  Oxford City Council launches petition against unitary county council

  Published: Monday, 13th February 2017

  Oxford City Council has today launched a Change.org petition against Oxfordshire County Council’s proposals to create a new unitary county council.

• Response to the recent announcement by South and Vale of White Horse District Councils

  Published: Monday, 6th February 2017

  Leader of Oxford City Council, Councillor Bob Price says:

• Response to One Oxfordshire launch today

  Published: Thursday, 19th January 2017

  Speaking about Oxfordshire County Council’s proposal to create a single council for the whole of Oxfordshire, Cllr Bob Price Leader of Oxford City Council said: “This is the wrong proposal at the wrong time.

• Fairtrade boss to visit Oxford

  Published: Wednesday, 11th January 2017

  The Chief Executive of the Fairtrade Foundation, Michael Gidney, will visit Oxford Town Hall on 16 January to deliver a talk on his vision for the future of Fairtrade and the challenges presented in.

• Watch out for the Christmas scammers

  Published: Thursday, 8th December 2016

  It may well be a season of goodwill, but sadly it’s also a season of scams, and Oxford City Council wants to make sure that the city’s residents don’t fall victim.

• City Council Deputy Leader is District Councillor of the Year

  Published: Wednesday, 2nd November 2016

  Dedication and commitment to the role of councillor were recognised last night (1 November) when Oxford City’s Deputy Leader, Cllr Ed Turner, won District Councillor of the Year at the prestigious Local Government Information Unit (LGiU) Councillor Achievement awards.

• Excellent customer service recognised

  Published: Wednesday, 31st August 2016

  The Cabinet Office has awarded Oxford City Council its prestigious Customer Service Excellence (CSE) standard.

• Oxford in Brief (26 April to 2 May 2016)

  Published: Monday, 25th April 2016

  News in brief from Oxford City Council including meetings, events and civic engagements.

• Oxford in Brief (19 to 25 April 2016)

  Published: Monday, 18th April 2016

  News in brief from Oxford City Council, including meetings, events and civic engagements.

• Oxford in brief (from 12 to 18 April)

  Published: Monday, 11th April 2016

  News in brief by Oxford City Council including meetings, events and civic engagements.

• Oxford in Brief (5 to 11 April 2016)

  Published: Monday, 4th April 2016

  News in brief from Oxford City Council including civic engagements, council meetings and events.

• Oxford in Brief (22 to 28 March 2016)

  Published: Monday, 21st March 2016

  News in brief from Oxford City Council, including civic engagements, events and meetings.

• Oxford City Council to Fly a Flag for Commonwealth Day

  Published: Monday, 7th March 2016

  Oxford City Council to Fly a Flag for Commonwealth Day, Monday 14 March 2016, followed by a short ceremony at 10.30am in the Main Hall, Oxford Town Hall.

• Oxford in Brief (8 to 14 March 2016)

  Published: Monday, 7th March 2016

  News in brief from Oxford City Council including civic engagements of the Lord Mayor of Oxford, meetings and events.

• D-Day veterans from Oxfordshire to be presented with the Chevalier Legion D’ Honneur Medal ceremony

  Published: Friday, 26th February 2016

  D-Day veterans from Oxfordshire will be presented with the “Chevalier Legion D’ Honneur Medal” at a ceremony to be held 2pm on Tuesday 1 March 2016, Oxford Town Hall.

• Oxford in Brief (22 to 29 February 2016)

  Published: Monday, 22nd February 2016

  News in brief from Oxford City Council, including civic engagements, meetings and events.

• Review finds that the City’s finances are in good shape

  Published: Wednesday, 10th February 2016

  - though government policies have led to scaled-back house-building programme.

• City protects services and investment from government cuts

  Published: Wednesday, 10th February 2016

  On 3 February we will publish our draft budget for the coming financial year as well as the Medium-Term Financial Plan (MTFP) for the next four years.

• Oxford in Brief (2 to 8 February 2016)

  Published: Monday, 1st February 2016

  News in brief and civic engagements

• Oxford to raise awareness on World Cancer Day

  Published: Monday, 1st February 2016

  To raise awareness on World Cancer Day 2016 on Thursday 4 February, Oxford will be playing host to a range of events across the city.

• Oxford in Brief - 25 January to 1 February 2016

  Published: Tuesday, 26th January 2016

  News and events from across the council between 25 January and 1 February 2016.

• Service of reflection to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day

  Published: Friday, 22nd January 2016

  A Holocaust Memorial Day service of reflection will be held at 12noon on Wednesday 27 January 2016 in the Oxford Town Hall.

• Oxford City Council launches new look website

  Published: Tuesday, 12th January 2016

  Oxford City Council has launched a completely redesigned website providing our residents with a new and convenient way to get things done online.

• Oxford in Brief - 15 to 21 December 2015

  Published: Monday, 14th December 2015

  Oxford news in brief

• The Lord Mayor of Oxford Annual Christmas Carol Concert

  Published: Monday, 7th December 2015

  From Monday 7 December tickets go on sale for The Lord Mayor’s Annual Christmas Carol Concert which will take place on Sunday 20 December 2015 in the Main Hall of Oxford Town Hall at 2.30pm.

• Oxford in Brief - 8 to 14 December 2015

  Published: Monday, 7th December 2015

  Oxford news in brief.

• Oxford in Brief - 1 to 7 December 2015

  Published: Monday, 30th November 2015

  Oxford news in brief.

• Oxford in Brief - from 24 to 30 November 2015

  Published: Tuesday, 24th November 2015

  News in brief.

• Oxford in Brief - 3 to 9 November 2015

  Published: Monday, 2nd November 2015

  News in brief.

• Oxford in Brief - 27 October to 2 November 2015

  Published: Monday, 26th October 2015

  News in brief.

• Celebrating Queen Elizabeth becoming Britain's longest serving monarch

  Published: Tuesday, 8th September 2015

  The Union flag will be flying over the Town Hall tomorrow to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II becoming the longest serving British monarch.

• Oxfordshire asks Government to consider £4bn investment deal

  Published: Friday, 4th September 2015

  Public bodies in Oxfordshire have jointly submitted an expression of interest to Government that asks for greater local control over £4bn of funding for transport, sills, training and health services.

• City Council scoops national awards

  Published: Friday, 4th September 2015

  Oxford City Council has been named Council of the Year by a national association for public sector organisations.

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