Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: October 21, 2025

Purpose: The Biodiversity Action Framework sets out Oxfordshire County Council’s guiding principles, policies and objectives for tackling the ecological emergency and fulfilling our statutory obligations to further the conservation and enhancement of biodiversity under the Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act. The Biodiversity Action Plan sets out, in table form, 43 actions for 2025-26 to implement the policies in the Biodiversity Action Framework.The actions have been identified for delivery across county council services.

Content: Recommendations approved.