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Oxford Covered Market Pre-Planning Application Engagement
Oxford City Council is inviting residents, visitors and businesses to view and comment on the latest proposals for its £8 million programme of essential improvements to Oxford's Covered Market. The Covered Market has been at the heart of Oxford for more than 250 years. The programme of essential improvements is designed to ensure the historic building is fit for the 21st century and can continue serving traders, residents and visitors for generations to come. The masterplan...
Complaints Policy Consultation
Oxford City Council is developing its Complaints Policy 2026 and would like to hear your views on the draft policy. Complaints play an important role in helping us identify where we can improve our services and how we respond to residents' concerns. By reviewing and updating our Complaints Policy, we aim to ensure that it is fair, accessible, and effective for everyone who uses our services. We welcome your feedback on the draft policy. Your comments will help us shape the final...
Closed consultations and engagement
Oxfordshire Homelessness & Rough Sleeping Strategy 2026–2028
We are asking for your views on the updated Oxfordshire Countywide Homelessness & Rough Sleeping Strategy 2026–2028. Homelessness across Oxfordshire continues to rise, and this strategy sets out how councils, health partners, voluntary organisations, and housing providers will work together to prevent homelessness, reduce rough sleeping, improve access to suitable accommodation and strengthen partnership working across housing, health, and social care. This consultation...
Friars Wharf Play Area Improvements Proposal
We would like to get your opinion on our proposal to improve the play area next to the river at Friars Wharf (a location map is available at the bottom of this webpage). Previous feedback highlighted two main issues: the lack of equipment for younger children, and that the old concrete slide mound and worn-out multi-play climber make the play area look tired. The large concrete mound is also unsightly and blocks sightlines, which may increase the risk of antisocial behaviour. ...
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...
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