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There were several requests to address the meeting, with some speakers addressing more than one item. A list of speakers can be seen below:

Item 5: Wallingford Area LCWIP

-       Trevor Bedeman

-       Robin Tucker

Item 6: A4130, Steventon Lights – Proposed Traffic Management Measures

-       Adam Roush

-       Robin Tucker

Item 7: Copenhagen Drive, Abingdon – Proposed Toucan Crossing and Shared Use Path

-       Danny Yee

-       Robin Tucker

Item 9: Proposed Puffin Crossing – A329 Reading Road, Cholsey

-       Danny Yee

Item 11: Forest Hill, Shotover, Old Road: Proposed 20mph Speed Limit Extension

-       Danny Yee

-       Robin Tucker (on all 20mph schemes)

To confirm the minutes of the meeting held on 26 March 2026 to be signed by the Chair as a correct record.

The minutes of the previous meeting held on 26 March were approved and signed by the Chair as a correct record.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management 

Forward Plan Ref: 2026/017 

Non-Key Decision 

Contact: Aaron Morton, Road Agreements Engineer (Aaron.Morton@oxfordshire.gov.uk)  

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTM). 

As part of a section 278 agreement for a nearby development, there is a requirement to introduce a toucan crossing and cycle facilities.

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

Approve the following measures on Copenhagen Drive in Abingdon, as advertised:

(a)           New Toucan Crossing, to be located west of the roundabout junction of Wootton Road.

(b)           Conversion of existing section of segregated foot & cycleway south of the proposed Toucan Crossing to shared-use.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting, invited speakers to make their contributions and responded to their points in turn.

Officers noted that the crossing was located as closely as possible to the roundabout to improve connectivity without impacting safety.

The Chair noted that it was for individuals to cross the road sensibly and that the Council’s job was to provide the crossing to do so.

The Chair noted that this proposal was part of a Section 278 agreement agreed through the planning process.

The Chair noted the support for the proposal from the local County Councillor.

Officers noted that did not expect an increase in traffic issues as a result of this scheme.

The Chair thanked officers for their work, speakers for their contributions and agreed to the recommendations in the report.

RESOLVED to:

Approve the following measures on Copenhagen Drive in Abingdon, as advertised:

a)    New Toucan Crossing, to be located west of the roundabout junction of Wootton Road.

b)    Conversion of existing section of segregated foot & cycleway south of the proposed Toucan Crossing to shared-use.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management 

Forward Plan Ref: 2026/018 

Non-Key Decision 

Contact: Ryan Moore, Technical Lead Engineer – Highway Agreements South (Ryan.Moore@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTM). 

Bus stop provision was agreed as part of outline planning application. Final locations agreed as part of S278 technical approval process.

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of two new bus stop clearways (with ‘No stopping except local buses’ restriction) on either side of Lady Grove in Didcot, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

Officers noted that the proposals for additional bus stops were part of a Section 278 agreement agreed through the planning process relating to a housing development in Didcot, which was in-line with standard practices across Oxfordshire.

The Chair noted the request from the local County Councillor to move the southbound bus stop, but officers confirmed that land constraints prevented relocation as highways land was only available at the proposed location.

The Chair noted that bus stop clearways were intended to support public transport use and improve safety.

The Chair thanked officers and agreed to the recommendations in the report.

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of two new bus stop clearways (with ‘No stopping except local buses’ restriction) on either side of Lady Grove in Didcot, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management 

Forward Plan Ref: 2026/012 

Key Decision

Contact: Rosie Lawrence, Senior Transport Planner (Rosie.Lawrence@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTM). 

The Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) for the Wallingford area, including the town of Wallingford and the surrounding villages of Crowmarsh Gifford, Benson, Ewelme, Shillingford, Warborough, Cholsey and Brightwell-cum-Sotwell.

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve Wallingford Area Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP).

The Chair introduced the item, invited speakers to make their contributions and responded to their points in turn.

The Chair noted the co‑production approach taken with local walking and cycling groups and stated that the Plan represented a valuable strategic document to guide future investment and funding bids for walking and cycling infrastructure.

Officers confirmed that the LCWIP was an iterative document, subject to review and amendment as further opportunities arose.

The Chair thanked officers for their work, speakers for their contributions and agreed to the recommendations in the report.

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve Wallingford Area Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP).

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2026/011

Non-Key Decision: 

Contact: Mohamed Gulamhussein, Project Manager – Infrastructure Delivery (Mohamed.Gulamhussein@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTM). 

Proposals include changes to speed limits, bus lanes and banned turns, which are being promoted to increase road safety and improve public transport.

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

Approve the following measures, as advertised:

(a)           30mph speed limits on the A4130 west of A34 Milton Interchange & the B4017 Steventon Hill north of its junction with the A4130.

(b)           Bus Lanes on the A4130 eastbound carriageway between its junctions with the B4017 Steventon Hill and the A34 Milton Interchange.

(c)           ‘No U-Turn’ restrictions for westbound traffic on the A4130 west of the A34 Milton Interchange, at its signalised junctions with Trenchard Avenue, and the B4017 Steventon Hill.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting, invited speakers to make their contributions and responded to their points in turn.

Officers confirmed that the proposed traffic regulation orders formed a wider package of measures associated with the Steventon Lights project including bus lanes, junction improvements and active travel facilities.

Officers noted that the speed limit reduction had been assessed against established criteria for this specific project but noted that as part of the wider Vision Zero review into ‘A’ & ‘B’ roads, the section of road to the Packhorse pub would be looked into this year.

The Chair noted that the proposals were to mitigate further housing growth and supporting bus usage to bypass traffic at the junction, similarly to other areas across Oxfordshire.

The Chair thanked officers for their work, speakers for their contributions and agreed to the recommendations in the report.

RESOLVED to:

Approve the following measures as advertised:

a)    30mph speed limits on the A4130 west of A34 Milton Interchange & the B4017 Steventon Hill north of its junction with the A4130.

b)    Bus Lanes on the A4130 eastbound carriageway between its junctions with the B4017 Steventon Hill and the A34 Milton Interchange.

c)    ‘No U-Turn’ restrictions for westbound traffic on the A4130 west of the A34 Milton Interchange, at its signalised junctions with Trenchard Avenue, and the B4017 Steventon Hill.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2026/023

Non-Key Decision

Contact:  Jankin Arsalan, Senior Officer – Traffic and Road Safety (Jankin.Arsalan@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTM). 

The proposal is to introduce a new signalised crossing on A329 Reading Road, Cholsey Junction Ferry Lane. The proposal will improve road safety by providing a safer crossing point for pedestrian crossing the road at this location.

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of a new Puffin crossing on the A329 Reading Road in Cholsey, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting, invited speakers to make their addresses and responded to their points in turn.

Officers explained that the currently proposed location sought to balance pedestrian convenience with highway safety requirements, including visibility and proximity to the junction. It was confirmed that the final position of the crossing would be reviewed during the detailed design stage, allowing scope for adjustment where feasible.

Officers also noted that the proposal responded to long-standing requests from Cholsey Parish Council and reflected increased movements from residential developments into the village.

The Chair noted the very high level of support shown in consultation responses and welcomed the delivery of a scheme addressing a well‑established local need.

The Chair thanked officers for their work, speakers for their contributions and agreed to the recommendations in the report.

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of a new Puffin crossing on the A329 Reading Road in Cholsey, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management 

Forward Plan Ref: 2025/158 

Key Decision 

Contact: James Whiting, Team Leader – TRO’s and Schemes (James.Whiting@oxfordshire.gov.uk)  

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTM). 

Proposed disabled parking places in response to requests from residents requiring a dedicated disabled bay.

RECOMMENDATION

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

(a)           Approve the introduction of new Disabled Persons Parking Places on: Abbey Road (No.8), Banbury; Abbey Road (No. 19), Banbury; Abbey Road (No.20), Banbury; Angus Close, Banbury; Arundel Place, Banbury; Bretch Hill (No. 327), Banbury; Guernsey Way, Banbury; High Furlong, Banbury; Penrhyn Close, Banbury; Union Street, Banbury; Hertford Close, Bicester; Langford Gardens,  Bicester; Leach Road, Bicester; Lord Close, Carterton; Walterbush Road, Chipping Norton; Cup and Saucer, Cropredy; Queen Street, Eynsham; Wytham View, Eynsham; Park Close, Hanwell; Fettiplace, Milton under Wychwood; Blackberry Way, Woodstock, as advertised.

(b)           Approve the removal of Disabled Persons Parking Places on: Devon Way, Banbury; Withycombe Drive, Banbury; The Paddocks, Deddington; Gloucester Place, Witney, as advertised.

(c)           Approve the formalisation of Disabled Persons Parking Place on: Acre End Street, Eynsham, as advertised.

(d)           Defer the Disabled Persons Parking Places on: Portway, Banbury to allow for further investigations to be undertaken.

(e)           Not approve the removal of the Disabled Persons Parking Place on Edmunds Road, Banbury.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

Officers outlined the Council’s established process for assessing requests for Disabled Persons’ Parking Places (DPPPs), noting that each proposal related to an individual resident’s circumstances and had been subject to assessment and consultation. It was explained that the report included a combination of new approvals, removals where need had ceased, formalisation of existing advisory bays, and deferrals where further investigation was required.

It was clarified that “formalisation” related to where advisory markings had previously been installed to meet urgent needs, with the Traffic Regulation Order process completed subsequently.

The Chair emphasised the importance of ensuring accessibility for residents with additional needs.

The Chair thanked officers and agreed to the recommendations in the report.

RESOLVED to:  

a)    Approve the introduction of new Disabled Persons Parking Places on: Abbey Road (No.8), Banbury; Abbey Road (No. 19), Banbury; Abbey Road (No.20), Banbury; Angus Close, Banbury; Arundel Place, Banbury; Bretch Hill (No. 327), Banbury; Guernsey Way, Banbury; High Furlong, Banbury; Penrhyn Close, Banbury; Union Street, Banbury; Hertford Close, Bicester; Langford Gardens,  Bicester; Leach Road, Bicester; Lord Close, Carterton; Walterbush Road, Chipping Norton; Cup and Saucer, Cropredy; Queen Street, Eynsham; Wytham View, Eynsham; Park Close, Hanwell; Fettiplace, Milton under Wychwood; Blackberry Way, Woodstock, as advertised.

b)    Approve the removal of Disabled Persons Parking Places on: Devon Way, Banbury; Withycombe Drive, Banbury; The Paddocks, Deddington; Gloucester Place, Witney, as advertised.

c)    Approve the formalisation of Disabled Persons Parking Place on: Acre End Street, Eynsham, as advertised.

d)    Defer the Disabled Persons Parking Places on: Portway, Banbury to allow for further investigations to be undertaken.

e)    Not approve the removal of the Disabled Persons Parking Place on Edmunds Road, Banbury.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/194

Non-Key Decision

Contact: Anthony Kirkwood, Vision Zero Team Leader (Anthony.Kirkwood@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTM).

Part of Phase 3 of Countywide 20mph Speed Limit project.

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the extension of the existing 20mph speed limit on Old Road in Forest Hill, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting, invited speakers to make their contributions and responded to their points in turn.

Officers explained that the proposal corrected an omission from earlier implementation phases, resulting in a short section of road remaining subject to the national speed limit despite its character and use.

The Chair noted that the proposed extension would provide consistency, improve safety for all users and be compliant with the County Council’s 20mph speed limits policy.

The Chair thanked officers for their work, speakers for their contributions and agreed to the recommendations in the report.

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the extension of the existing 20mph speed limit on Old Road in Forest Hill, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management  

Forward Plan Ref: 2026/003 

Non-Key Decision 

Contact: Anthony Kirkwood, Vision Zero Team Leader (Anthony.Kirkwood@oxfordshire.gov.uk)  

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTM). 

Proposed 20mph speed limit as part of the Vision Zero project.

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of a 20mph speed limit within Brightwell Baldwin & Brightwell Upperton, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

Officers confirmed that the proposal arose from an omission during the earlier implementation phase of the 20mph speed limits programme and had been developed in consultation with the Parish Council.

The Chair noted that this seemed a sensible proposal which aligned with the County Council’s policy.

The Chair thanked officers and agreed to the recommendations in the report.

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of a 20mph speed limit within Brightwell Baldwin & Brightwell Upperton, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2025/269

Non-Key Decision

Contact: Angelo Antenucci, Engineer – Highway Agreements North (Angelo.Antenucci@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTM).

Extension of existing 20mph speed limit, required as part of a development.

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the extension of the existing 20mph speed limit on Green Lane westwards to a point 20 metres east of its crossroad junction with Akeman Street & The Hale, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

Officers noted that the proposed extension of the 20mph speed limit on Green Lane was required as part of development mitigation secured through the planning permission process and would be funded by the developer.

The Chair noted that the extension of 20mph speed limits would improve safety, support walking and cycling as well as enabling active travel connections.

The Chair thanked officers and agreed to the recommendations in the report.

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the extension of the existing 20mph speed limit on Green Lane westwards to a point 20 metres east of its crossroad junction with Akeman Street & The Hale, as advertised.