Decision details

Decision details

Oppose a Work Place Parking Levy and planned Bus Gates in Oxford (proposed by Cllr Henwood, seconded Cllr Yeatman)

Decision Maker: Council

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

Council resolved to:

Reject the following motion:

Oxford City Council notes that Oxfordshire County Council has approved and expressed support for:

  1. The proposed Bus gate (filter) scheme;
  2. The proposed Workplace Parking Levy (WPL);

Oxford City Council further notes significant public concern regarding the potential economic, social, and accessibility impacts of these measures on residents, businesses, and visitors.

Council therefore resolves to:

  1. Oppose for the proposed Bus Gate (filter) Scheme, and the proposed Workplace Parking Levy.
  2. Request the Leader of the Council to write to the Leader of Oxfordshire County Council and other relevant authorities as the local highways authority to communicate this resolution.
  3. Continue to support sustainable, balanced approaches to improving air quality, public transport, and cycling/walking infrastructure that do not unduly penalise residents, workers, or businesses.

Publication date: 25/11/2025

Date of decision: 24/11/2025

Decided at meeting: 24/11/2025 - Council