bookmark_borderOCC – Part-Night Lighting Consultation


Oxfordshire County Council are seeking residents’ opinions on how to implement proposals to introduce ‘part-night lighting’ in parts of Oxfordshire where it is requested.

Oxfordshire County Council are holding a consultation to seek the public’s views on how the ‘part-night lighting’ plans should work. People can take part in the consultation on the Let’s Talk Oxfordshire website until 6 July.

This consultation is focussing on how, not where, part-night lighting might be implemented. Scheme locations would be a matter for communities to decide and would then be subject to a further local consultation.

Previous proposals were deferred in November 2024 after concerns were raised. As a result, the aim of the new implementation framework proposal is to give communities the choice to introduce part-night lighting in their area only if they want it.

Oxfordshire County Council want to hear people’s views and concerns, especially to help understand potential impacts on those who are perceived as being at risk from crime or harm.

The aim of the policy is to improve the natural environment from a carbon and biodiversity perspective, while keeping personal and community safety as a priority consideration.

Oxfordshire County Council recognise that one size does not fit all. Different operating hours and exemptions will form part of the proposals to meet different communities’ needs. And there is no intention of reducing streetlighting in areas where there are concerns about the impact.

Oxfordshire County Council want part-night lighting to be a community choice which is why the public’s feedback is crucial in helping to get this right.

The implementation process being proposed is similar to Oxfordshire’s 20mph programme. Applications would have to be requested by the local town or parish council/meeting, or local governance authorities.

The consultation feedback on the new implementation proposal is expected to be presented for a decision by the council’s cabinet in September.

Printed copies of the consultation are available. You can request a paper copy of the consultation documents by emailing: partnightlighting@oxfordshire.gov.uk or call the county council’s Customer Services Team on 01865 792422 or download it from this page. Paper copies can also be requested at local libraries. We will provide a Freepost address on the paper survey form for you to return your completed survey.

bookmark_borderThames Valley Police – Town Hall, Chipping Norton – 2nd Apr

On Wednesday the 2nd of April from 0900 at the Town Hall in Chipping Norton, Barclays Bank, Chipping Norton Neighbourhood Police Team and Trading Standards will be available for members of the public to call in and speak us about any concerns regarding scams, rogue traders, spam emails/texts/calls, internet fraud, investment fraud, what to look out for and how to protect yourself from scammers.

We will have;

“No cold calling” stickers for front doors.

Information on the best way to deal with scammers on the phone.

The little book of BIG scams. A very useful little book, packed with good advice on how to spot scams.

Information on call blockers if you are receiving a lot of scam calls.

A list of reputable trades people and advice on what the correct process is, if you are planning on any home improvements or general property maintenance.  

And lots of crime prevention advice.

bookmark_borderReport from Parish Council Annual Meeting

Some successes and some concerns were reported at Chadlington Parish Council’s AGM on 13th May. Councillors were pleased to report the increasing use of the village hall, the full take-up of the allotments and the continuation of Cafe de la Post with new business owners. The Chairman presented the Council’s new Parish Plan and planning policy. The Parish Plan has been delivered to every household in the village and residents have been invited to comment, either via the website www.chadlington.com or to Councillors themselves. All the Councillors reports from the meeting can be found on the Your Parish Council page

 

Members of the public aired a number of local concerns during the meeting. ‘Aggressive driving’ was one of these and there was some discussion about the need to revive the village’s speedwatch project, if sufficient volunteers can be found. Another issue raised was the silting up of the Brook which can lead to flooding. The District Councillor present, Neil Owen, said he would arrange a meeting between a local farmer and West Oxfordshire District Council officers to address this. Concerns about the style of house building and renovations in the village, which do not always seem to sit well within the village’s Cotswold landscape, were also discussed.
Finally, the Council welcomed Hilary Moore, of Mill End, as their new Councillor.
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