Category: Village News
Preparing for a changing climate – New climate resilience guidance for West Oxfordshire communities
The District Council has recently produced two new practical guides to help residents and communities prepare for more frequent extreme weather, as rising greenhouse gas emissions drive climate change and global warming.
The first, Preparing for a Changing Climate, covers a range of practical actions people can take to improve resilience to issues such as flooding, heavy rainfall, hotter summers, drought and pressure on local nature and infrastructure.
The second, Keeping Cool During Hotter Weather, provides more specific advice on preparing homes for heatwaves, avoiding overheating, supporting people who may be particularly vulnerable and recognising heat-related illness.
The guides are currently available electronically attached and linked below:
For any other queries relating to climate action (including low-carbon and energy-efficiency improvements, community energy projects or wider local sustainability initiatives) please contact the West Oxfordshire – Climate Action Team
Road works
Temporary Traffic Regulation Order – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Temporary Road Closure – at North Leigh, East End, East End Road
A request has been received from Mott MacDonald for a temporary road closure to apply to a section of East End Road, whilst essential rising main works are carried out.
A Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) is being made to implement the temporary closure and will operate from 28 September 2026
The estimated completion of the works is 23 October 2026, 24 hours per day.
(The maximum duration of a TTRO on a road is 18 months and on a footpath is 6 months, or until completion of the works, whichever is the earlier.)
Notice of intention to make the Order will be published in the local press.
North Witney – Have your say!
Have your say on planning application below! Comments are due by Thursday the 16th July. Please pass this onto all of your neighbours. It will be on our Facebook page, noticeboards, website and distributed to those on our mailing list.
Comments can be made on the District Council’s website: View and comment on planning applications – West Oxfordshire District Council
The planning reference is 24/00482/OUT.
The Parish Council has submitted its response which can be found here: 24/00482/OUT
2026 Tree Lighting – 5th December!
Save the date for this year’s tree lighting which will held on Cuckamus Green on Saturday the 5th December.
More details to follow!
Road works
Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Temporary Road Closure at New Yatt, road through New Yatt and New Yatt Road
A request has been received from Sunbelt Rentals Ltd for a temporary road closure to apply to a length of the road through New Yatt and New Yatt Road whilst essential overhead cabling works are carried out.
A temporary Notice is being made by Oxfordshire County Council to implement the temporary restriction and will operate from 1 September 2026 up to and including 4 September 2026, 09:30 to 15:30 daily.
Please note that Notices for urgent works can last up to 5 consecutive days only.
Road works
Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Temporary Road Closure and 20 mph speed restriction at North Leigh, Park Road & A4095
A request has been received from SSEN for a temporary road closure to apply to a length of Park Road whilst essential power supply works are carried out. A 20 mph temporary speed restriction will be in force on the diversion route covering the A4095.
A temporary Notice is being made by Oxfordshire County Council to implement the temporary restriction and will operate from 20 July 2026 up to and including 23 July 2026, 24 hours per day.
Please note that Notices for urgent works can last up to 5 consecutive days only.
Road works
Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Temporary Road Closure at Hailey, Middletown
A temporary Notice is being made by Oxfordshire County Council to implement the temporary restriction and will operate from 17 August 2026 up to and including 18 August 2026, 09:30 to 15:30 hours.
Please note that Notices for urgent works can last up to 5 consecutive days only.
Parish Councillor Vacancy
North Leigh Parish Council currently has a vacancy for a Parish Councillor, and we are especially keen to welcome someone interested in youth‑related projects within the village.
Vandalism in the Village
There has been an increase in vandalism of property in the village (largely in the area of Cuckamus Green and across from the Masons Arms) this past week with graffiti being seen on bus shelters and bins. This affects all who live in the village and, as you can imagine, it costs residents in the time it takes for reporting and any repairs needed.
The Parish Council has been in touch with the police about this and they ask if anyone has ring doorbell footage and/or CCTV, to please contact them. Details of how to contact them are on our website: https://northleighparishcouncil.gov.uk/amenities/police/
Thank you in advance for your vigilance and information.
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Neighbourhood Plan – Consultation Closed
The Neighbourhood Plan Consultation is now closed – many thanks to all who responded.
The Neighbourhood Plan Committee will now begin the process of analysing the responses in preparation for the next phase of the Plan and will keep residents apprised.