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Oxford Local Plan 2045 Submission Draft (Regulation 19) Consultation
The City Council is carrying out a Proposed Submission Draft (Regulation 19) Consultation on the Oxford Local Plan 2045. The Local Plan is important because it will shape how Oxford develops. It will set out how we want our city to look and feel; it will guide new developments and people’s quality of life; it will deliver the new homes, businesses, jobs, shops and infrastructure needed to support the growth of Oxford over the next 20 years; and it will be used in determining planning...
Skills & Inequality in Oxford – Resident Survey
Help shape Oxford’s future Oxford is known for its world-class research and innovation, but not everyone shares in its success. We know that there are real barriers to opportunity, from access to training and childcare to difficulties getting a foot in the door of a local employer. At the same time, businesses cannot always find the skilled local staff they need. To tackle these challenges, Oxford City Council is carrying out a major study on skills and inequality. Our goal is to...
Skills & Inequality in Oxford – Business Survey
Oxford is known for its world-class research, innovation and economic potential. Yet many local businesses cannot always recruit skilled staff and invest effectively in their workforce to futureproof their organisation. At the same time, young people and residents often face barriers when accessing training and securing quality employment. To tackle these challenges, Oxford City Council is conducting a major study focused on skills and inequality. The study aims to identify barriers and...
Busking and Street Entertainment in Oxford City Centre
Oxford City Council supports busking and street entertainment as a way of adding life, creativity and vibrancy to the city centre. Street performers play an important role in Oxford’s cultural scene, enhancing the experience for residents, businesses and visitors alike. We want to ensure that this activity continues in a way that is positive and enjoyable for everyone. What is busking? Busking, or street entertainment, is the performance of music, dance or street theatre in...
Closed consultations and engagement
Renewal of Additional HMO Licensing Scheme
Oxford City Council is considering the renewal of the Additional HMO Licensing Scheme that requires certain Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in Oxford to be licensed. The current Additional HMO Licensing Scheme ends in 2026. Before a decision is made about renewing it for a further five years, the Council is asking for views from landlords, letting agents, tenants, residents and anyone with an interest in the private rented sector. Your feedback will help us understand how...
Budget Consultation 2026-27
The Council spends around £110 million providing public services that you, your family and friends use every day such as refuse collection, street cleaning, parks, and grounds maintenance and homelessness, to name but a few. These services are funded by retained business rates income, council tax and government grant. In addition, we spend another £70 million on council housing in relation to the management and maintenance of our 8,000 strong housing stock, and we are planning to...
The Allocation Scheme Review
Oxford City Council is reviewing its Allocations Scheme and would like to hear your views on the proposals. The Allocations Scheme is the housing policy the Council uses to prioritise existing Council tenants and other residents in housing need, for an offer of new or existing social housing becoming available to let in Oxford. This policy has an important role in helping to prevent homelessness and housing those in the greatest housing need in Oxford, including households who...
Your impact
Issues we asked you about in the past and their outcomes
Budget Consultation 2024-2025
The public engagement process provided us with insights and how we can work together to strike a balance between fiscal responsibility and addressing the needs and concerns of our residents..
Corporate Strategy 2024-2028
Results have shown our priorities are in line with our citizens, and highlighted ways in which we can work better with our neighbouring district and county councils to better support our citizens.
Parks and open spaces byelaws
Feedback provided the substantial basis for a revised proposal and will be reviewed and updated to take account of areas of concern and changes made in line with suggested clarifications and additions.
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