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Oxford to move to Tier 4 on Boxing Day
The UK Government has today confirmed that Oxford city, and the rest of Oxfordshire will be moving to Tier 4 level restrictions from 00:01 on Boxing Day (Saturday 26 December).
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23 December: emergency accommodation activated for people experiencing rough sleeping
Oxford City Council has activated its severe weather emergency protocol (SWEP) for people experiencing rough sleeping.
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Councillor Alex Donnelly to stand down from Hinksey Park Ward
Councillor Alex Donnelly who represents the ward of Hinksey Park on Oxford City Council has announced he will be stepping down as a councillor with immediate effect, for family reasons.
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City Council reminds residents to stay safe this Christmas
Following the updated COVID-19 guidance by Government, Oxford City Council is reminding residents to stay safe this Christmas and to continue to follow the rules to help protect the most vulnerable.
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‘Everyone in’ response to rough sleeping during pandemic means 44% increase in homeless prevention spend
Oxford City Council is increasing its investment in preventing homelessness and rough sleeping to £9.1m in 2021/22 – 44% higher than before the pandemic struck.
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Emergency help is available over Christmas
While much of the country stops for an extra-long Christmas weekend, essential support will still be on offer for those in hardship throughout the festive season.
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Covered Market hosts lanterns created by residents for Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival
Oxford Covered Market is hosting a display of lanterns that were created by residents from across the city for Oxford’s Christmas Light Festival.
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ODS launches commercial waste management portal
ODS, the Local Authority Trading Company owned by Oxford City Council, has launched a user-friendly trade portal to help business customers manage their recycling and waste.
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Oxford in Tier 2 but cases rising, says Council leader
The Government has today announced that Oxfordshire will remain in Tier 2 High Alert restrictions for coronavirus.
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New Chief Executive announced for Oxford City Council
Caroline Green has been named as the new Chief Executive at Oxford City Council to succeed Gordon Mitchell who is due to step down in the new year following a contract extension.