https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news Cherwell District Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:10:11 +0000 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:10:11 +0000 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1345/awards-celebrate-the-achievements-of-cherwells-business-community The winners of the 14th annual Cherwell Business Awards were announced at the Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony at The Chesterton Hotel on Friday 18 September 2026, attended by more than 200 guests. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:01:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1344/jobseekers-invited-to-explore-opportunities-at-upcoming-jobs-fair Residents from across north Oxfordshire are being encouraged to take the next step in their careers at this autumn's Banbury Jobs Fair. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:55:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1343/residents-invited-to-join-bicesters-new-public-art-project Bicester residents are invited to get creative and be a part of an exciting new public art project in the heart of Bicester. Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:05:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1341/council-set-to-submit-objection-to-governments-site-a-application Cherwell District Council is formally objecting to proposals for asylum seeker accommodation at Site A of the former Bicester Garrison.  Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:08:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1342/extra-weekend-cleaning-to-help-keep-banbury-town-centre-looking-its-best Residents, visitors and businesses in Banbury are set to see a cleaner town centre thanks to additional weekend street cleaning funded through Cherwell District Council's Local Area Development Fund. Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:21:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1340/planning-committee-to-consider-councils-proposed-response-to-site-a-application The Home Office has made an Urgent Crown Development application to MHCLG for temporary asylum accommodation and associates facilities at Site A of the former Bicester Garrison. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:52:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1339/a-statement-from-cherwell-district-councils-leader-on-local-government-reorganisation-announcement The government has announced it will review its Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) decisions across England, following legal advice. Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:05:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1337/residents-encouraged-to-attend-flood-preparation-event Oxfordshire residents are invited to attend an upcoming flood preparation event to help them prepare for and protect their homes from future flooding. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:07:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1336/council-leader-writes-to-government-for-action-on-fridge-freezer-recycling Our council leader, Cllr Lesley McLean, has written to the government calling for urgent action to address the national fridge and freezer recycling crisis, which has forced us to suspend collections. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:48:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1335/leader-welcomes-completion-of-kidlington-waste-site-clearance The leader of the council, has welcomed the successful clearance of the illegal waste site near Kidlington, describing it as a significant milestone for local residents and the wider community. Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:10:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1334/local-plan-reaches-another-important-milestone Cherwell District Council has received confirmation from the Planning Inspector that the examination of the Cherwell Local Plan Review 2042 can continue. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:59:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1338/tickets-now-on-sale-for-cbas-2026-gala-dinner-and-awards-ceremony Tickets are now available for the Cherwell Business Awards (CBAs) 2026 Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony, taking place on Friday 18 September 2026 at The Chesterton Hotel, Bicester. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:36:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1333/section-106-funding-delivers-lasting-benefits-for-residents North Oxfordshire residents have benefited from over £700,000 of developer funding invested in community facilities and local projects. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:51:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1332/council-calls-for-meaningful-community-consultation-on-bicester-garrison-site-a-proposal Council urges government to ensure residents’ views are heard on proposed Bicester temporary accommodation site plans. Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:47:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1331/summer-activities-launched-for-cherwells-young-people Children and young people can take part in action-packed summer activities in north Oxfordshire, after a council-run programme gets underway. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:20:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1330/cherwell-business-awards-2026-finalists-announced The Cherwell Business Awards (CBAs), a prestigious annual event celebrating business excellence in the Cherwell District, is proud to announce the finalists for the 2026 edition. Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:55:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1328/temporary-water-use-ban-announced-for-our-region A temporary use ban (TUB), also known as a hosepipe ban, has been introduced for all customers across our region. Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1329/government-confirms-three-new-unitary-councils-for-oxfordshire-and-west-berkshire-in-2028 It's been announced that Oxfordshire and West Berkshire’s seven existing councils will be replaced by three unitary councils from 1 April 2028 as part of its plans for local government reorganisation. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1327/heard-of-local-government-reorganisation-how-does-it-work Local government reorganisation might sound complicated, but at its heart, it’s simply about redesigning how councils work so services are easier to access, more efficient and more financially stable. Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:13:00 +0100 https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/news/article/1326/home-office-announces-plans-for-new-asylum-housing-centre-near-bicester Cherwell District Council was informed by the Home Office yesterday afternoon of its intention to open a new temporary housing centre for asylum-seekers at a Ministry of Defence site near Bicester. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:32:00 +0100