Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: September 10, 2025

Purpose: Consideration of temporary congestion charge scheme to reduce traffic around Oxford during Network Rail’s extended closure of Botley Road.

Content: Amended recommendations approved as follows:-   RESOLVED to:-     a)    approve the implementation of six temporary congestion charging points in Oxford as described in Annex 1, for a maximum of two years from the date of implementation   b)    authorise the Director of Environment and Highways (in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Transport Management) to make any necessary changes to the scheme to ensure its successful delivery; provided that these do not substantially alter the scheme’s impact   c)    authorise the Director of Environment and Highways (in consultation with the Director for Law and Governance and Monitoring Officer) to make and implement the necessary Charging Order under the Transport Act 2000   d)    approve the development and implementation of the necessary infrastructure and supporting systems at an estimated cost of £190,000   e)    instruct officers to develop and implement the investment plan outlined in paragraph 96 along with any additional measures in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Transport Management   e)    delegate approval for future surplus investment to the Director for Environment and Highways, in consultation with the Executive Director of Resources and Section 151 Officer, Cabinet Member for Transport Management and Cabinet Member for Finance, Property and Transformation.    f)     delegate responsibility for implementation of the scheme to the Director for Environment and Highways in consultation with Cabinet Member for Transport Management, with the intent to be operational no later than 10th November 2025.