The Oxford Climate Awards are back, and we want to hear from you!🌍📢 Do you know someone in Oxfordshire who is making a difference in the fight against climate change? Let's celebrate their hard work! The deadline for nominations is Sunday 20 July. Enter at: www.oxfordmail.co.uk/climate-awar...

Please find our statement on the recent cyber security incident here: www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article/1704/statement-on-cyber-security-incident

Today, we're launching Greater Oxford – a new proposed council for Oxford and its immediate surroundings. Our proposal would bring local decisions under one roof and closer to the people they affect. youtu.be/XWukE4iDNPQ?...

Statement from Councillor Susan Brown, Leader of Oxford City Council on the fire at Bicester Motion. We have lowered the City Flag flying over the 1930’s extension of Oxford Town Hall to half-mast today to mourn the loss.

Statement on Kassam Stadium lease extension from Councillor Susan Brown, Leader of Oxford City Council.

With sunshine set to stick around, why not check out Hinksey Splash Park's fresh new look? Cllr Chewe Munkonge, Cabinet Member for A Healthy Oxford, explains why this free and accessible spot in the heart of Oxford is great for little ones and their adults year-round

The Oxford Climate Awards are back for 2025! 🌱 Councillor Anna Railton talks about her excitement at seeing the awards return for another year. Know a business, individual or community organisation whose efforts deserve to be celebrated? Nominations are now open! www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/2513595...

The Oxford Climate Awards are back! 🏆🌎 Working with @TheOxfordMail, we are looking for Oxford's climate heroes—individuals, community groups, or businesses making a difference. Encourage them to apply at www.oxfordmail.co.uk/climate-awards/ Closing date for nominations is 13 July 2025⏰

Today marks 80 years since VE Day – the end of the Second World War in Europe. We remember the courage and sacrifice of those who fought for our freedom. The Union Flag flies above Oxford Town Hall today in honour of all who served, then and now. #LestWeForget #VEDay

Did you know that Oxfordshire has an official flower?🌷 Cllr Anna Railton, shows us around Magdalen College, where they can be found. For ideas on how you can support biodiversity in Oxford, visit: www.climateactionoxfordshire.org.uk/articles/tak...

A by-election was held in the Headington Hill and Northway ward yesterday (1 May 2025). Results were announced in the early hours of this morning (Friday 2 May 2025). James William John Taylor (Labour Party) has been duly elected. Learn more: www.oxford.gov.uk/elections-vo...

The polls are now open for: 🐾 Oxfordshire County Council elections 🐾 Oxford City Council's by-election for the Headington and Northway Ward Polling stations will be open from 7am until 10pm. Don't have a ruff day and forget to vote. And don't forget to show us your #DogsAtPollingStations 🐾🐾

#MayMorning in Oxford is for dancing! Of all kinds! In the same street! At 7.30am!

Get active these school holidays (and beyond) at Tag Active! Part of the new Active Zone at The Leys Pools and Leisure Centre, Tag Active is suitable for ages 8+ and lets older kids challenge themselves through a series of games – or just burn off energy on the obstacles!

Lord Mayor of Oxford, Councillor Mike Rowley, opened the new Hinksey Splash Park by praising the space's accessible nature and ability to bring the community together. Open until the end of summer, it's completely free, with water activated by jumping on an easy-to-locate button on the ground.

Each month, around 3000 bins in Oxford can't be recycled because they are contaminated🗑️❌ Cllr Nigel Chapman, Cabinet Member for Citizen Focused Services and Council Companies, explains what happens when a bin is contaminated. Learn what goes in each bin at: www.oxford.gov.uk/goes-bin/goe...

Statement from Cllr Susan Brown, Leader of Oxford City Council.

To bin or not to bin?🗑️🤷🗑️ Sometimes it can be hard to remember which bin to use - green, blue, brown, or food waste? Cllr Nigel Chapman, Cabinet Member for Citizen Focused Services and Council Companies explains what items go in each bin. More info: www.oxford.gov.uk/goes-bin

An update on much-needed affordable homes for Oxford. Meet Block D in Blackbird Leys, a mixture of one, two and three-bedroom flats that are due for completion in spring 2026.

On 1 May, residents across Oxfordshire will vote on the 69 councillors they would like to represent them on Oxfordshire County Council. Although these are not Oxford City Council elections, we still have to comply with the pre-election period rules. 1/3

East Oxford Community Centre build progress! The scaffolding has come down, and big things are happening behind the hoardings at East Oxford, where we're building a brand new community centre. Join Councillor Linda Smith, Cabinet Member for Housing and Communities, for a behind-the-scenes tour 👀

Oxford is the only council in England where every private rented home needs a licence. Even if you’re not in shared housing. Why? Because it drives standards UP in private rented homes. Everybody deserves a decent home. Our licensing schemes deliver.

140 new bike parking spaces are coming to Oxford!🚲🚲 🙋You can request locations to be considered for new cycle racks using Fix My Street Find out more at www.oxford.gov.uk/news/article... Video description: Cllr Louise Upton and Cllr Anna Railton on bikes talking about new cycle racks in Oxford

Councillor Susan Brown, Leader of Oxford City Council, addressed Oxfordshire County Council’s Cabinet on Friday (10 January) to oppose the County Council’s devolution plans. Watch the full Oxfordshire County Council Cabinet meeting from Thursday 9 January 2025: oxon.cc/Cabinet09012...