Current news
New population estimates from the Office of National Statistics have highlighted the inaccuracies in Oxfordshire’s housing figures.
Oxfordshire Growth Board 3 Year Housing Land Supply Consultation, deadline 12th July
The Oxfordshire Growth Board is hoping to negotiate a bespoke arrangement with Government on housing land supply rules.
Walking the Bryson Line
A group of Anglo-Americans, inspired by author and ex-CPRE President Bill Bryson, are walking the length of the country raising money for charity – and celebrating the landscapes of Oxfordshire.
Plans for large-scale housing development at Harwell, Dalton Barracks and Fyfield will be examined by a Planning Inspector, with hearing sessions now announced for July and September.
Oxfordshire's housing & population
If we are being asked to give up our precious and irreplaceable land, then evidencing the need is critical. This article takes a look at some of the statistics behind the headlines and asks 'Where will all the people come from?'
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?
