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Cllr Andrew Gant, Cabinet Member for Transport Management, declared an interest in item 13 as the decision would involve his division, Summertown and Wolvercote. As per the Council’s constitution, the Leader of the Council, Cllr Liz Leffman, appointed Cllr Judy Roberts, Cabinet Member for Infrastructure and Development Strategy, to chair item 13 and make the decision.

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There were 16 public addresses to the meeting with several speaking on multiple items.

Item 5:

Cllr Brad Baines

Cllr Ian Snowdon

Danny Yee

Zaki Moosa

Robin Tucker (CoHSAT)

Item 6:

Danny Yee

Item 7:

Parish Cllr Dennis Price

Item 8:

Valetin Heinrichs

Item 9:

Bashir Ahmed (COLTA)

Item 10:

Danny Yee

Item 12:

Parish Cllr Simon Howell

Ralph Melhuish

Item 14:

Cllr Kieron Mallon

Paul Bonsor (Banbury Active Travel Supporters)

Robin Tucker (CoHSAT)

Anna Plassart

Item 40:

Cllr Tim Bearder

To confirm the minutes of the meeting held on 18 July 2024 to be signed by the Chair as a correct record.

Having consulted with the Chair (Cllr Judy Roberts) of the previous meeting, the minutes of the meeting held on 18 July 2024 were approved by the Chair as a correct record.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/232

Contact: Caroline Coyne, Project Manager (Caroline.Coyne@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT5).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposal for 'Automatic Number Plate Recognition' (ANPR) cameras to enforce the current five experimental phase 2 school streets in Oxford and Didcot at the following schools:

i)      St Mary and St John Church of England Primary School, Oxford,

ii)    Sandhills Community Primary School, Oxford,

iii)  Tyndale Community (Primary) School, Oxford,

iv)  New Hinksey Church of England Primary School, Oxford, and

v)    Manor Primary School, Didcot.

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

The Chair noted the involvement in the development of these schemes by local County Councillors in their own local areas.

The Chair asked officers about reasons for not considering ‘volunteer-led trials’ as pointed out by public speakers. Officers stated that they would take that away and look into it.

Officers pointed out that they were in the midst of commissioning a review of all schools in Oxfordshire to assess them for suitability for School Streets or other schemes. The Chair asked if this would include private schools and officers confirmed this point.

The Chair reflected that travel choices were not only about safety, but also about health and educational attainment.

Officers confirmed that additional streets being added to the schemes was under consideration.

The Chair noted that one of the advantages of active travel methods was to more accurately predict travel times.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposal for 'Automatic Number Plate Recognition' (ANPR) cameras to enforce the current five experimental phase 2 school streets in Oxford and Didcot at the following schools:

i)               St Mary and St John Church of England Primary School, Oxford,

ii)             Sandhills Community Primary School, Oxford,

iii)           Tyndale Community (Primary) School, Oxford,

iv)            New Hinksey Church of England Primary School, Oxford, and

v)              Manor Primary School, Didcot.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/252

Contact: Robert Freshwater, Infrastructure Development Lead (Robert.Freshwater@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT6).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the removal of the mandatory cycle lane on the southern side of the A420 Botley Road and its replacement with a new wider ‘advisory’ cycle lane, as advertised.

The Chair invited speakers to address the meeting and responded to their points in turn.

The Chair noted that Oxford was within the County Council’s 20mph policy but had been affected by Network Rail’s changing timetable with regards to the Botley Road.

The Chair stated that he shared the ambition of wanting to do more but noted that individual schemes were restricted by time and funding.

Officers pointed out that the existing mandatory cycle lane was not of desirable width as per guidance of minimum standards, and thus an advisory lane was the option put forward.

The Chair noted that this scheme was an interim step and that improvements would come forward in the context of the traffic filters and Network Rail’s work finishing

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the removal of the mandatory cycle lane on the southern side of the A420 Botley Road and its replacement with a new wider ‘advisory’ cycle lane, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/233

Contact: Andrew Madigan, Principal Engineer – Structural Maintenance (Andrew.Madigan@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT7).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the construction of a full-width road hump on the B4027 Station Road in Islip, as advertised.

The Chair invited speakers to address the meeting and responded to their points in turn.

Officers stated that they reflected on a number of considerations on the optimum measures to introduce, noting that in the previous scheme, speed humps had been introduced but were not in compliance with regulations.

Following a question from the Chair, officers confirmed that vegetation works were planned as part of the scheme.

The Chair thanked officers and approved the recommendations in the report.

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the construction of a full-width road hump on the B4027 Station Road in Islip, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/160

Contact: Roger Plater, Senior Officer – Vision Zero (Roger.Plater@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT8).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:    

a)    Approve the introduction of a prohibition of motor vehicles restriction at the southern end of the connecting lane (known as Henley Road) between the A4074 and B4015 within Clifton Hampden parish, as advertised.

The Chair invited speakers to address the meeting and responded to their points in turn.

The Chair reflected upon fatalities that have occurred during past incidents involving this road and noted how dangerous the road being open was.

The Chair thanked the speaker for their powerful contribution, thanked officers for their work and agreed to the recommendations in the report.

RESOLVED to:

a)     Approve the introduction of a prohibition of motor vehicles restriction at the southern end of the connecting lane (known as Henley Road) between the A4074 and B4015 within Clifton Hampden parish, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/101

Contact: Craig Rossington, Technical Lead – Transport Planning – Central (Craig.Rossington@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT9).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the removal of the existing ‘Prohibition of Motor Vehicles’ restriction on Hackney Carriage Vehicles (HCVs) & Licensed Private Hire Vehicles (PHVs) in & around the Westgate shopping centre in Oxford, as advertised.

The Chair invited speakers to address the meeting and responded to their points in turn.

Officers confirmed that this proposal was an extension of the experiment from 7am to 7pm which then became permanent, which allowed Taxi’s and Private Hire Vehicles to use the Westgate Bus Link as a through road.

Officers confirmed that the proposal, if approved, would be monitored to ensure any issues were addressed.

The Chair confirmed with officers that dropping off and picking up was not permitted.

The Chair noted that he felt Taxi’s were part of the solution to car traffic in Oxford and as part of the public transport offer.

The Chair referenced the objections from bus companies surrounding enforcement.

The Chair noted the support from the local Oxford City Councillor for Hinksey Park.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)     Approve the removal of the existing ‘Prohibition of Motor Vehicles’ restriction on Hackney Carriage Vehicles (HCVs) & Licensed Private Hire Vehicles (PHVs) in & around the Westgate shopping centre in Oxford, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/253

Contact: Roger Plater, Senior Officer – Vision Zero (Roger.Plater@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the construction on Sandy Lane West, Oxford the following measures, as advertised:

b)    A Humped Zebra crossing west of its junction with Broadfields

c)    Raised Side Road Entry Treatments (SRETs) across its junctions with Broadfields, Costar Close and Spring Lane.

d)    Round top road humps at the following locations –

1. 19m* southwest of the western kerb-line of Blackbird Leys   Road,

2..15m* northeast of the centre of its junction with Costar Close,

3. 55m* east of the centre of its junction with Spring Lane,

4.20m* west of the centre of its junction with Spring Lane, and

5.25m* west of its junction with Bampton Close.

*Approximate dimensions

The Chair invited speakers to address the meeting and responded to their points in turn.

Officers commented on the balance between loss of vegetation versus safety and visibility.

The Chair noted support from the consultation responses, acknowledging that the scheme intended to improve the safety of children.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)     Approve the construction on Sandy Lane West, Oxford the following measures, as advertised:

b)     A Humped Zebra crossing west of its junction with Broadfields

c)     Raised Side Road Entry Treatments (SRETs) across its junctions with Broadfields, Costar Close and Spring Lane.

d)    Round top road humps at the following locations –

1. 19m* southwest of the western kerb-line of Blackbird Leys Road,

2..15m* northeast of the centre of its junction with Costar Close,

3. 55m* east of the centre of its junction with Spring Lane,

4.20m* west of the centre of its junction with Spring Lane, and

5.25m* west of its junction with Bampton Close.

*Approximate dimensions

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/228

Contact: Daniel Mowlem, Senior Engineer (Daniel.Mowlem@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT11).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

Approve the following parking restrictions on Elms Road in Thame, as advertised:

a)    Formalise & extend the existing double yellow lines on the north side of the carriageway, from a point 25 metres northwest of the centre of the access junction to the Rectory residential development, south-eastwards for a distance of approx. 58 metres, and

b)    Formalise the existing double yellow lines on the south side of the carriageway, from a point 24 metres northwest of the centre of the access junction to the Rectory residential development, south-eastwards for a distance of approx. 45 metres.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

Officers noted the safety concerns relating to the visibility and stated that the developer was asked to complete a Road Safety Audit, which shared similar concerns over safety.

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

RESOLVED to:

Approve the following parking restrictions on Elms Road in Thame, as advertised:

a)    Formalise & extend the existing double yellow lines on the north side of the carriageway, from a point 25 metres northwest of the centre of the access junction to the Rectory residential development, south eastwards for a distance of approx. 58 metres, and

b)    Formalise the existing double yellow lines on the south side of the carriageway, from a point 24 metres northwest of the centre of the access junction to the Rectory residential development, south eastwards for a distance of approx. 45 metres.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/243

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT13).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

Approve the introduction of parking controls in Shrivenham as follows:

a)    The introduction of no waiting at any time restrictions on sections of High Street, Manor Lane, Church Walk and Hazell’s Lane.

b)    The introduction of parking places on High Street for permit holders or 3-hour maximum stay for non-permit holders during the hours of 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

c)    To retain disabled persons parking places on High Street adjacent to No.50 and in front of Elm Tree Surgery.

d)    To remove existing in-carriageway cycle parking east of Elm Tree House, to be replaced with a Disabled persons parking place.

e)    The introduction of a new Disabled persons parking places adjacent to No. 50b and No.33.

The Chair invited speakers to address the meeting and responded to their points in turn.

Officers noted a slight change in respect of recommendation (b) in the report, which would be slightly amended to include ‘Church Walk’ if the recommendations were approved.

Officers pointed out that enforcement of obstruction was a Police matter.

The Chair noted that consultation responses reflected local debate and that it was good to see local engagement.

Officers confirmed that reviews could be undertaken post-implementation to ensure mitigation could be put in place if required.

Officers noted that there were some responses that came in after the period of consultation had ended and raised similar issues to those outlined in the report. The Chair thanked officers and accepted their judgement.

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

RESOLVED to:

Approve the introduction of parking controls in Shrivenham as follows:

a)    The introduction of no waiting at any time restrictions on sections of High Street, Manor Lane, Church Walk and Hazell’s Lane.

b)    The introduction of parking places on High Street and Church Walk, for permit holders or 3-hour maximum stay for non-permit holders during the hours of 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

c)    To retain disabled persons parking places on High Street adjacent to No.50 and in front of Elm Tree Surgery.

d)    To remove existing in[1]carriageway cycle parking east of Elm Tree House, to be replaced with a Disabled persons parking place.

e)    The introduction of a new Disabled persons parking places adjacent to No. 50b and No.33.

Cllr Andrew Gant left the meeting for the duration of Item 13. Cllr Judy Roberts assumed the Chair for Item 13.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/267

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT13).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

Approve the following proposals in respect of eligibility for parking permits within the Upper Wolvercote Controlled Parking Zones (CPZ) within Oxford, as advertised:

a)    Allow all boats at the ‘Agenda 21’ residential moorings to be eligible to apply for resident's parking permits and residents' visitors' parking permits.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted the support in the consultation for the proposals.

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

RESOLVED to:

Approve the following proposals in respect of eligibility for parking permits within the Upper Wolvercote Controlled Parking Zones (CPZ) within Oxford, as advertised:

a)     Allow all boats at the ‘Agenda 21’ residential moorings to be eligible to apply for resident's parking permits and residents' visitors' parking permits.

Cllr Andrew Gant returned to the meeting and assumed the Chair for the remainder of the meeting.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/080

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT15)

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

Approve the introduction of 20mph speed limits in Banbury as advertised with the exception of the lengths of roads set out below:

a)    The A361 North Bar Street, Horsefair and South Bar Street between their junctions with the B4100 Warwick Road and A361 Bloxham Road,

b)    The A4260 Upper Windsor Street, Windsor Street and Cherwell Street between their junctions with Swan Close Road and Bridge Street,

c)    Castle Street and Cherwell Drive between their junctions with the A361 North Bar Street and the A4260 Concorde Avenue,

d)    Hightown Road and Swan Close Road between their junctions with Bankside and the A4260 Upper Windsor Street,

e)    A361 Bloxham Road – the 40m length immediately southwest of its junction with the A361 South Bar Street,

f)     A361 Southam Road – the 260m length immediately north of its junction with the B4100 Warwick Road,

g)     A4260 Concorde Avenue – the 65m length immediately north of its junction with Bridge Street,

h)    B4100 Oxford Road – the 190m length immediately south of its junction with A361 South Bar Street,

i)      Bankside – the 30m length immediately east of its junction with Hightown Road,

j)      Bridge Street – the 125m length immediately east of its junction with the A4260 Upper Windsor Street.

The Chair invited speakers to address the meeting and responded to their points in turn.

Officers noted points surrounding the coherence of having a small stretch of 20mph speed limits outside of the school mentioned in addresses by speakers.

The Chair clarified with officers that recommendations a) to d) were designed to address concerns on the ‘through-routes’ raised when the scheme was deferred at the Delegated Decisions by Cabinet Member for Transport Management meeting in January 2024.

Officers noted that the recommended length of speed limits was 300 metres, but that there were some exceptions and that if 20mph speed limits were to be introduced on an ‘A’ road, signage would have to be illuminated.

There were discussions between officers about the implications of cost in delivering the set policies of the County Council and it was felt that local expertise from the local County Councillor would be useful in making judgments on this specific point.

The Chair noted that the proposal had to be introduced in a holistic way to link in with other policies put forward by the County Council.

The Chair referenced the change in Welsh government guidance on 20mph schemes to involve local authorities as vindication of the scheme working well in Oxfordshire with the involvement of local County Councillors and parish/town councils.

The Chair asked for officers to keep recommendation f) closely under review and to liaise with the school.

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

RESOLVED to:

Approve the introduction of 20mph speed limits in Banbury as advertised with the exception of the lengths of roads set out below:

a)     The A361 North Bar Street, Horsefair and South Bar Street between their junctions with the B4100 Warwick Road and A361 Bloxham Road,

b)    The A4260 Upper Windsor Street, Windsor Street and Cherwell Street between their junctions with Swan Close Road and Bridge Street,

c)     Castle Street and Cherwell Drive between their junctions with the A361 North Bar Street and the A4260 Concorde Avenue,

d)     Hightown Road and Swan Close Road between their junctions with Bankside and the A4260 Upper Windsor Street,

e)     A361 Bloxham Road – the 40m length immediately southwest of its junction with the A361 South Bar Street,

f)      A361 Southam Road – the 260m length immediately north of its junction with the B4100 Warwick Road,

g)     A4260 Concorde Avenue – the 65m length immediately north of its junction with Bridge Street,

h)     B4100 Oxford Road – the 190m length immediately south of its junction with A361 South Bar Street,

i)       Bankside – the 30m length immediately east of its junction with Hightown Road,

j)       Bridge Street – the 125m length immediately east of its junction with the A4260 Upper Windsor Street.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/027

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT16).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

Approve the introduction of the amended 20mph speed limits in Thame as advertised excepting for the following roads:

a)    B4445 Aylesbury Road – terminal point to be 60 metres north of its roundabout junction with Bell Lane & the B4445 North Street,

b)    B4445 Chinnor Road – terminal point to be   25 metres southeast of its junction with Cotmore Gardens,

c)    Kingsey Road - terminal point to be 40 metres east of its junction with Kings Road,

d)    Oxford Road - terminal point to be 15 metres southwest of its junction with Fish Ponds Lane.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted that the principal objection was from the Oxford Bus Company, which officers confirmed, in part, was the reason for the 4 exceptions in the recommendations, alongside considering road environments.

Officers emphasised the need to balance objectives, through the delivery of the County Council’s 20mph schemes and to encourage the use of bus travel.

The Chair stated that evidence was required from the bus companies to prove the cumulative effect on their services.

Officers noted that Lord Williams School was well connected to active travel routes.

The Chair referred to consultation responses in the report, including from the bus companies, active travel groups, local residents and students at local schools. The Chair particularly praised youth engagement in the consultation responses.

The Chair noted the support of Thame Town Council.

The Chair asked officers to take away the point surrounding reducing the areas cars can go and increasing pedestrian activity as part of wider thinking in relation to Oxfordshire’s market towns.

The Chair made it clear that he felt there was not sufficient evidence to not introduce 20mph speed limits at recommendation c) and d), and thus, he did not approve those two recommendations.

The Chair thanked officers and approved recommendations a) and b) but did not approve recommendations c) and d) in the report.

RESOLVED to:

Approve the introduction of the amended 20mph speed limits in Thame as advertised excepting for the following roads:

a)    B4445 Aylesbury Road – terminal point to be 60 metres north of its roundabout junction with Bell Lane & the B4445 North Street,

b)    B4445 Chinnor Road – terminal point to be 25 metres southeast of its junction with Cotmore Gardens.

The Chair did not approve recommendation c) or recommendation d).

c)    Kingsey Road - terminal point to be 40 metres east of its junction with Kings Road,

d)    Oxford Road - terminal point to be 15 metres southwest of its junction with Fish Ponds Lane.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/018

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

Report by Director for Environment and Highways (CMDTMT17).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

Approve the introduction of the amended 20mph speed limits in Wallingford, as advertised excepting:

a)    Castle Street – terminal point to be 120 metres south of its junction with the access to Wallingford Cemetery

b)    Hithercroft Road – terminal point to be 35 metres west of its junction with Borough Avenue.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted that this was deferred initially as the local County Councillor asked for additional 20mph speed limit zones, and that officers had brought this back with a recommendation amending the 20mph zones, with the exception of the two outlined in recommendation a) and b).

The Chair noted the response at Annex 3 from the bus companies and objections relating to the overall policy.

The Chair felt this was a suitable compromise in assessing the needs of the bus companies and complying with County Council policy.

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

RESOLVED to:

Approve the introduction of the amended 20mph speed limits in Wallingford, as advertised excepting:

a)  Castle Street – terminal point to be 120 metres south of its junction with the access to Wallingford Cemetery

a)    Hithercroft Road – terminal point to be 35 metres west of its junction with Borough Avenue.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/236

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT18).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of a 40mph speed limit on the A4260 Banbury Road between Adderbury and Bodicote, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted that this was part of a government initiative to improve safety outside RAF bases, following tragic incidents in previous years.

The Chair noted concerns from Oxford Bus Company in the consultation responses.

Officers confirmed there was a well-used footpath alongside the road in question and further stated that there was a brief to look at roads that could be used by American drivers into towns, such as Banbury.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of a 40mph speed limit on the A4260 Banbury Road between Adderbury and Bodicote, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/237

Contact: David Catlin, Senior Officer (David.Catlin@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT19).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of a 40mph speed limit in place of the existing 50mph limit on the A422 Hennef Way in Banbury, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted that this was part of a government initiative to improve safety outside RAF bases, following tragic incidents in previous years.

Officers noted safety concerns surrounding the Concorde Avenue roundabout, which has had significant collisions history.

The Chair noted the response which had no objection from Stagecoach Bus Company.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of a 40mph speed limit in place of the existing 50mph limit on the A422 Hennef Way in Banbury, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/235

Contact: Angelo Antenucci, Engineer – Cherwell and West – Highway Agreements Team (Angelo.Antenucci@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT19).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the extension of the existing 30mph speed limit on the A44 Manor Road in Woodstock, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

Officers confirmed that the road conditions meant that a 30mph speed limit would be suitable, rather than a 20mph speed limit.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)     Approve the extension of the existing 30mph speed limit on the A44 Manor Road in Woodstock, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/125

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT21).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Appleford-on-Thames, as advertised.

The Chair invited speakers to address the meeting and responded to their points in turn.

The Chair made a series of general comments about the County Council’s 20mph scheme as a whole, including:

·       Welcoming comments from the Secretary of State about the new government’s intention to leave decisions such as these to local authorities.

·       Addressing concerns around cost and confirming this process was about implementation given that the Council had already agreed to the costs.

·       Noting that schemes are brought forward with the support of the parish/town councils and the local County Councillor.

·       Noting the response from Thames Valley Police about enforcement.

·       Referencing the responses from the bus companies about the ‘cumulative effect’ on their services.

·       Noting that consultation responses were the decision of people who wished to respond or not.

The Chair noted the good level of consultation response, which was welcomed.

The Chair invited local residents to stay in touch with the County Council with particular issues in their local area.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Appleford-on Thames, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/020

Contact: Roger Plater, Senior Officer – Vision Zero (Roger.Plater@oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Report by: Director for Environment and Highways (CMDTMT11)

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Appleton & Eaton, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair invited local residents to stay in touch with the County Council with particular issues in their local area.

The Chair noted the response from the bus companies highlighting that a lower speed limit would make it easier to walk to bus stops.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Appleton & Eaton, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/071

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT23).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of 20mph speed limits in Berinsfield as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair specifically noted the objection from the Oxford Bus Company and referenced the written responses.

Officers explained their findings in Annex 4, which timed bus services in Berinsfield to try and quantify the impact of reductions in speed limits. Officers concluded that if the bus was limited to a 20mph speed limit, there would be a negligible impact on the duration of bus services.

The Chair noted that the opinion of bus officers within the County Council is that the reduction in time on the bus services could be accommodated by ‘dwell time’ that is built into services.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of 20mph speed limits in Berinsfield as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/234

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT24).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in the Brize Meadow Development, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted that this was proposal was due to a new development of housing.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in the Brize Meadow Development, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/173

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT25).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Buscot and 30mph speed limits in Buscot Wick, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted the standard response from Thames Valley Police.

The Chair referenced a written statement of support from the local County Councillor.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Buscot and 30mph speed limits in Buscot Wick, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/118

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT26).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Chadlington, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted the good level of consultation response.

The Chair referenced several consultation responses, which emphasised support for the proposal.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Chadlington, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/073

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT27).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of 20mph speed limits in Culham as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted that the scheme was for two non-contiguous roads within Culham.

The Chair referenced the good level of support for the scheme in the consultation responses and noted a point from a local parish councillor about speed limits on the High Street.

The Chair thanked the parish council for their engagement and asked them to keep in touch with the County Council about issues in their area.

The Chair noted that Culham was an area with potential for new developments and that road speed limits would be kept under review.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of 20mph speed limits in Culham as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/119

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT27).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Ducklington, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted the support from the support from the local parish council and the fact that they wanted more to happen on Standlake Road. The Chair asked officers to note this point.

The Chair made the point that the A415 was outside the scope of this scheme.

Officers confirmed that as part of the Vision Zero Review, speed limits on A and B roads would be reviewed.

The Chair noted the concerns of the bus companies.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Ducklington, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/115

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT29).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in East Hagbourne, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted that this proposal was a logical extension of County Council policy.

The Chair referenced a consultation response about road markings being ignored and asked officers to pick this up via the ‘School Streets’ policy.

The Chair thanked residents for their engagement and asked them to keep in touch with the County Council about issues in their area.

The Chair picked up a point regarding signage in heritage areas.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in East Hagbourne, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/126

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT30).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Fernham, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted how the map demonstrated how the policy was being logically applied.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Fernham, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/085

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT30).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

Approve the proposed speed limits in Freeland as advertised, excepting:

a)    The proposed 30mph speed limit on the A4095.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted that the scheme addressed residential roads within the village.

Following recommendations from the local parish council and the local County Councillor, officers included their requests in the consultation, but felt, having reviewed the character of the road, to not put forward that recommendation.

The Chair noted the cross-party support for this scheme and the high level of responses.

The Chair referenced several consultation responses.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed speed limits in Freeland as advertised, excepting: a) The proposed 30mph speed limit on the A4095.

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Fernham, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/172

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT32).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph and 50mph speed limits in Fyfield as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

Following a question from the Chair, officers confirmed that Digging Lane was a stretch of road being reduced to 50mph from national speed limit, subject to the recommendations being approved.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph and 50mph speed limits in Fyfield as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/121

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT33).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Horley, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted that this proposal was a clear application of County Council policy.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Horley, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/156

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT33).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Kelmscott, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair raised the point about the visual impact of signage in historic villages, such as Kelmscott. Officers confirmed that discretion was exercised to allow flexibility in this case.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Kelmscott, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/150

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT34).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Little Wittenham, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted the consultation response from the local County Councillor.

Following a question from the Chair on buffer zones, officers confirmed that it could be done but at further expense and further consultation.

The Chair noted that the local parish council referenced successful schemes from 2021, which proved the success of the scheme.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Little Wittenham, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/043

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT35).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of 20mph & 30mph speed limits in Middleton Stoney, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

Officers noted the strong concerns raised by Thames Valley Police, particularly in respect of the B430.

Officers referenced the engagement with the local County Councillor and local parish council.

The Chair references several of the consultation responses.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the introduction of 20mph & 30mph speed limits in Middleton Stoney, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/153

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT36).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph and 30mph speed limits in Northmoor, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted the high level of response to the consultation, which was welcomed.

The Chair stated that the scheme was designed to improve safety and to shift the balance of modal use.

The Chair referenced several consultation responses.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph and 30mph speed limits in Northmoor, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/155

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT37).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Shipton-on-Cherwell, as advertised:

a)    On the village road at Shipton-on-Cherwell,

b)    On the A4095 at Bunkers Hill.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted the high level of response to the consultation, which was welcomed.

The Chair noted the scheme was two separate schemes.

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

RESOLVED to:

Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Shipton-on-Cherwell, as advertised:

a) On the village road at Shipton-on-Cherwell,

b) On the A4095 at Bunkers Hill.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/083

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT38).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Souldern, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted that it was a small scheme and noted the consultation responses.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Souldern, as advertised.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/117

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT39).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

Approve, as advertised:

a)    The proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Sibford Ferris,

b)    The proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Sibford Gower.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted the response to the consultation from Cherwell District Council, who raised no objection.

Officers noted the points about the visibility splay of the new development and the Chair asked the parish council to keep in touch with any issues.

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

RESOLVED to:

Approve, as advertised:

a) The proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Sibford Ferris,

b) The proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Sibford Gower.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/258

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT40).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Tiddington excepting the current proposal for the A418 which is recommended to remain at 30mph.

b)    To approve the 20mph speed limits at Milton Common.

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

Officers confirmed that they believed that the A418 was not suitable for 20mph speed limits.

Officers confirmed that they would brief the local County Councillor about all aspects of the scheme.

Officers questioned whether a deferral may be in order to allow for further briefings and to avoid any ambiguity.

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

RESOLVED to:

a) Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in Tiddington excepting the current proposal for the A418 which is recommended to remain at 30mph.

b) To approve the 20mph speed limits at Milton Common.

Cabinet Member: Transport Management

Forward Plan Ref: 2024/152

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

Report by Director of Environment and Highways (CMDTMT41).

The Cabinet Member is RECOMMENDED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in West Hendred, as advertised.

The Chair introduced the item to the meeting.

The Chair noted the high level of consultation responses, with a majority supporting the scheme.

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

RESOLVED to:

a)    Approve the proposed introduction of 20mph speed limits in West Hendred, as advertised.