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Cabinet - Tuesday, 15 September 2026 - 2.00 pm
September 15, 2026 at 2:00 pm Cabinet View on council websiteSummary
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The Cabinet of Oxfordshire Council met on Tuesday 15 September 2026, approving the Local Transport Delivery Plan and noting the council's treasury management activity for the first quarter of the financial year. The meeting also included a response to a motion regarding Disabled Facilities Grants for individuals with Motor Neurone Disease and noted future business items.
Response to Motion on Motor Neurone Disease and Disabled Facilities Grants
The Cabinet approved a response to a motion raised by Councillor Lee Evans concerning Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs), with a particular focus on individuals living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) and other progressive, life-limiting conditions. The report outlined the council's role in assessing needs and making referrals to district councils, who are responsible for administering the grants and overseeing the completion of works. Cabinet noted that urgent cases and those with the greatest needs are prioritised, and that the mean average waiting time for individuals with MND had significantly reduced. Councillor Neil Fawcett, presenting the report in the absence of the Cabinet Member for Adults, emphasised the ongoing need for monitoring and collaboration with district councils to improve the DFG process. He also highlighted that a future unitary authority structure could potentially streamline the process.
Local Transport Delivery Plan Approved
The Cabinet approved the Local Transport Delivery Plan (LTDP) for submission to the Department for Transport (DfT). This plan allocates a four-year local transport settlement and supports the council's priorities in transport, climate action, accessibility, and safety. Councillor Gareth Epps, Cabinet Member for Transport, welcomed the consolidation of various transport funding streams, noting both increases and decreases in specific allocations. The plan includes an implementation strategy for the DfT's Local Transport Quantifiable Carbon Guidance, introducing requirements for whole-life carbon assessments on transport projects. Members acknowledged ongoing pressures on highways maintenance and footpaths but welcomed the investment in active travel and the principle of providing infrastructure ahead of housing growth. The approval also delegates authority to the Director of Environment & Highways to make amendments to the LTDP.
Treasury Management Quarter 1 Report Noted
Councillor Dan Levy, Cabinet Member for Finance, Property and Transformation, presented the Treasury Management Quarter 1 Report for 2026/27. The report detailed the council's borrowing and investment activities, confirming that the council operated within its prudential indicators. Key points highlighted included a reduction in debt following the maturity of Public Works Loan Board loans, with no new borrowing undertaken in the quarter. In-house investments yielded returns above budget, attributed to higher-than-expected interest rates and improved forecasting, despite lower overall cash balances. External funds remained above their purchase value, and investment levels are being monitored in light of potential local government reorganisation. The negative Dedicated Schools Grant balance was noted as continuing to impact potential investment income. Cabinet resolved to note the council's treasury management activity for the first quarter.
Forward Plan and Future Business Noted
The Cabinet reviewed and noted the items identified for forthcoming meetings, as detailed in the Forward Plan and schedule of addenda.
Cabinet Responses to Scrutiny Items Noted
Cabinet noted the council's responses to recent scrutiny reports concerning the CAT Policy, Bus Services and Rural Transport (including Mobility Hubs), and School Streets.
The meeting was chaired by Councillor Neil Fawcett, Deputy Leader of the Council, in the absence of Councillor Tim Bearder, Leader of the Council. Apologies were received from Councillors Tim Bearder, Judith Edwards, and Rebekah Fletcher. There were no declarations of interest.
The minutes of the previous meetings held on 14 and 28 July 2026 were approved. There were no questions from County Councillors or petitions and public address received. Cabinet noted the appointment of Councillor Matt Webb as Small Business Champion. Cabinet also received reports from the Performance and Corporate Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee on the Fire and Rescue Service and from the Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee on OxBus 2040, with responses to be provided in due course.
Delegated decisions linked to this meeting
Decision summaries below are AI-generated from the council’s published record. Check the council source or the full decision page before relying on them.
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Questions from County Councillors
Recommendations ApprovedOxfordshire Cabinet approved recommendations on 15/09/2026. No formal decisions were submitted to this meeting.
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Minutes
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Oxfordshire Council decided on 15 September 2026 to approve the minutes of meetings held on 14 and 28 July 2026.
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Apologies for Absence
Recommendations ApprovedOxfordshire Cabinet received apologies for absence from Councillors Tim Bearder, Judith Edwards and Rebecca Fletcher. Recommendations were approved on 15/09/2026.
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Forward Plan and Future Business
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Oxfordshire Council on 15 September 2026 noted changes to the Forward Plan. Items deferred to 20 October 2026 included the Henley Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Study, the HR & Cultural Change - Quarterly Employee Data Report, the Proposed Resource Base transfer from SENSS to schools, the Economic Development Strategy, and Movement and Place Plans. The Community Benefit and Shared Ownership Policy was deferred to 15 December 2026.
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Treasury Management Quarter 1 Report 2026/27
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Oxfordshire Council approved recommendations on 15/09/2026. The council noted its treasury management activity for the first quarter of 2026/27.
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For information only: Cabinet responses to Scrutiny items
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Oxfordshire Council decided on 15/09/2026 to note responses to scrutiny items. The Cabinet partially accepted recommendations regarding the Community Asset Transfer Policy, agreeing to add further explanation of terms online and consider building condition as part of transfer terms. They also accepted recommendations to add Public Health to the Community Asset Transfer and Community Leasing Working Group and to contribute to developing a common definition of 'social value'.
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Declarations of Interest
Recommendations ApprovedCabinet approved recommendations on 15/09/2026.
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Petitions and Public Address
Recommendations ApprovedOxfordshire Cabinet approved recommendations on 15/09/2026. No formal decisions were recorded.
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Reports from Scrutiny Committees
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Oxfordshire Council received reports from Scrutiny Committees on 15 September 2026 and will respond in due course. The Cabinet agreed that relevant officers will provide updates on progress against committed actions for 12 months or until completion.
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Appointments
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Oxfordshire Council decided to approve recommendations on 15/09/2026. Cabinet noted that Councillor Matt Webb had been appointed as Small Business Champion.
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Response to Motion by Councillor Evans on Motor Neurone Disease
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Oxfordshire Council decided to approve recommendations regarding the Disabled Facilities Grant process and the response to a motion on Motor Neurone Disease on 15 September 2026. The Cabinet noted the County Council's role in delivering Disabled Facilities Grants, including assessment and referral to District Councils. They also approved the response to the motion concerning the timeliness of these grants for individuals with Motor Neurone Disease and other progressive conditions.
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DfT Local Transport Delivery Plan
Recommendations ApprovedThe Cabinet of Oxfordshire Council decided to approve the Local Transport Delivery Plan and its submission to the Department for Transport, along with the implementation plan for the Department for Transport's Local Transport Quantifiable Carbon Guidance. This decision was made on 15/09/2026. Authority was delegated to the Director of Environment & Highways, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Transport, to amend the Local Transport Delivery Plan.
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