Neal Coleman announced to lead Oxford Growth Commission

Oxford dreaming spires seen through countryside

Regeneration expert Neale Coleman CBE has been appointed as Chair of the Oxford Growth Commission with plans to “to accelerate plans for new housing, jobs and infrastructure across the city”. We were disappointed to see that his appointment letter focuses on growth at all costs, referring to “Oxford’s ambitions for economic growth” without a single…

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CPRE Oxfordshire speaks up against Botley West

an image of hundreds of solar panels covering a field

This week, the Planning Inspectorate’s six-month examination of Botley West Solar Farm kicked off with 3 days of open floor hearings. Having registered as an Interested Party, yesterday CPRE Director, Lisa Warne, stood to deliver our statement, criticising the plans for their short-sightedness concerning land use, highlighting the impact the development would have on flooding,…

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CPRE Oxfordshire AGM 2025 – Sat 7th June

Hay Meadow at Long Mead wildlife site

2pm, Saturday 7th JuneEynsham Village Hall, 46 Back Lane, Eynsham, Oxfordshire OX29 4QW Please join us to hear all the latest news and views on CPRE Oxfordshire’s campaigns and activities over the last year and what we have planned for the future. After the AGM, we are delighted that our speaker will be Catriona Bass from…

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