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Abingdon Reservoir: Thames Water under pressure on population estimates
Written by CPRE Oxfordshire
After questions from CPRE, Thames Water says it will reconsider the growth targets it is working to, undermining the case for the Abingdon Reservoir - but much more to be done. HAVE YOUR SAY! TW consultation closes 29 April.
Thames Water has finally published its draft Water Resources Management Plan 2019 - the Abingdon reservoir is included in the Plan, but is pushed back until 2043.
Cherwell Councillors urged to protect the Green Belt
Written by CPRE Oxfordshire
CPRE has urged Cherwell District Councillors to protect the Green Belt and reject proposals in its Local Plan Part 1 Review to put housing for Oxford in villages such as Kidlington, Begbroke and Yarnton.
Next month, District Councillors will be asked to sign off on a Deal that will change the future of Oxfordshire... will they stand up for our rural county or set us on the path to becoming a London commuter hub?
Inspector moves to protect Cotswolds AONB
Written by CPRE Oxfordshire
Inspector recommends removal of four proposed housing sites in the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty from the West Oxfordshire Local Plan.
