https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wed, 30 Sep 2026 02:44:54 +0000 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 02:44:54 +0000 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1912/12-new-affordable-homes-coming-to-underused-garage-sites-in-blackbird-leys Plans are being developed for up to 12 new affordable homes on two council-owned sites in Blackbird Leys. Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:17:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1911/museum-of-oxford-launches-sounds-of-the-city-live-programme-celebrating-oxford-music-scene Local artists will take centre stage at the Museum of Oxford (MOX) this autumn as part of the Sounds of the City: LIVE events programme, which is launching next month.  Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:35:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1910/work-underway-on-new-pedestrian-and-cycle-bridge-in-oxford Construction work has officially begun on the Oxpens River Bridge in Oxford. Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:48:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1909/oxford-city-council-highlights-progress-tackling-homelessness-and-rough-sleeping-with-new-report Oxford City Council has highlighted progress made in preventing homelessness and supporting people experiencing homelessness and rough sleeping during 2025/26 in a new report. Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:47:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1908/community-groups-invited-to-apply-for-funding-to-tackle-cost-of-living-in-oxford Community groups and organisations in Oxford can now apply for a share of £121,305 to help residents facing the cost of living crisis. Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:28:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1907/oxford-city-council-wins-at-the-uk-property-forums-oxprop-awards Oxford City Council picked up two awards at this year’s UK Property Forums OXProp Awards, held at Keble College last night (10 September 2026). Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:16:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1906/statement-on-the-visitor-levy-announcement Councillor Susan Brown, Leader of Oxford City Council said: Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:51:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1905/refurbished-friars-wharf-playground-reopens-as-emilys-playground Work to improve the play area at Friar's Wharf in South Oxford is now complete, with the official reopening of the site as 'Emily's Playground'. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:38:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1904/have-your-say-on-plans-for-240-new-homes-at-redbridge-paddock Oxford residents are being invited to view and comment on updated proposals for 240 new homes on council-owned land opposite Redbridge Park and Ride. Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:40:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1903/oxford-local-plan-2045-public-hearings-announced Planning Inspectors have confirmed dates for public hearings as part of their independent examination of the Oxford Local Plan 2045.  Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:34:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1902/statement-on-local-government-reorganisation The government has announced it will review its local government reorganisation decisions across England, following legal advice and to ensure LGR is robust and aligns with new government priorities. Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:33:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1901/oxford-city-council-strengthens-powers-to-reduce-wildfire-risk-across-the-city Oxford City Council has expanded the number of locations covered by its Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) to help reduce the risk of wildfires. Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:36:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1900/city-sightseeing-oxford-and-museum-of-oxford-partner-for-new-reduced-ticket-option Visitors can learn more about Oxford’s history thanks to a new partnership between two of the city’s leading tourist attractions. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:27:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1899/oxford-city-council-additional-meeting-to-approve-in-year-additions-to-budget Oxford City Council is holding an additional council meeting on 3 September to agree amendments to its 2026/27 budget.  Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:28:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1898/eight-new-partners-join-zero-carbon-oxfordshire-partnership Eight organisations have joined the Zero Carbon Oxfordshire Partnership (ZCOP), strengthening countywide efforts to cut emissions and adapt to climate change. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:56:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1897/oxford-ice-rink Oxford Ice Rink will need to make an unplanned closure from 7pm today, 27 August. Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:30:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1896/contractor-appointed-for-oxford-burial-meadow Blakedown Landscapes has been appointed as Principal Contractor to deliver the new Oxford Burial Meadow, following planning approval being gained in April of this year.    Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:48:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1895/20000-grassroots-music-fund-launches-to-support-oxford-musicians-and-venues A new £20,000 funding pot has opened up for musicians and venues in Oxford, to help support the grassroots music scene. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:32:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1894/planning-application-submitted-for-16-new-council-homes-at-maltfield-house Oxford City Council has reached an important milestone in its plans to deliver 16 new council homes at Maltfield House, with a full planning application now submitted. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:01:00 +0100 https://www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1893/two-new-lifesaving-bleed-kits-installed-to-help-in-an-emergency Two new bleed kits have been installed across Oxford, marking an important step in improving public access to potentially life-saving equipment. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:05:00 +0100