Councillor Laura Gordon

The Cabinet Member for Transport Management approved the introduction of 20mph speed limits in Woodstock as advertised on 25 January 2024. This decision included the approval of raised table traffic calming features on Burr Street/Blenheim Hill, High Street, and Wantage Road/Tyrells Close in Harwell, along with vehicle activated speed signs, cycle lane symbols, and 20mph speed roundels. The Cabinet Member for SEND Improvement delegated authority to the Corporate Director of Children's Services to award framework agreements and call-off contracts for Alternative Provision, with an aggregated spend of approximately £16.8m. The Cabinet approved recommendations for uses of income generated by the temporary congestion charge on 19 May 2026, including continuing free or discounted park and ride bus travel, free parking for NHS and school employees, and funding feasibility assessments for active travel and additional public transport schemes.

The Cabinet of Oxfordshire Council approved the Quiet Lanes Policy and Pilot Programme on 19/05/2026. The decision included approving the Quiet Lanes Policy statement, assessment criteria, and implementation toolkit. Authority was delegated to the Director of Environment & Highways, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Transport Management, to implement Traffic Regulation Orders for pilot schemes.

The Cabinet of Oxfordshire approved the Best Start in Life Plan on 19/05/2026. The plan sets out how partners will support babies and young children from pre-birth to school entry. It includes priorities for healthy beginnings, strong foundations, high-quality early years learning, and strengthening the overall offer.