Councillor Ron Batstone

County Council - Tuesday, 9 December 2025 10.30 am

The Oxfordshire County Council meeting on 9 December 2025 included discussion of a proposal to submit an Expression of Interest for a Mayoral Strategic Authority, a review of member allowances, and reports on gender and ethnicity pay gaps. Also on the agenda was a mid-term review of treasury management and a review of member champions. Several motions were put forward for consideration, covering topics such as emergency planning for reservoir discharges, community cohesion, mental health services, men's health awareness, and pavement weed clearance.

Audit & Governance Committee - Wednesday, 26 November 2025 1.00 pm

The Audit & Governance Committee of Oxfordshire Council is scheduled to meet on 26 November 2025 to discuss a range of topics, including the council's statement of accounts, treasury management, and counter-fraud measures. The committee will also consider the Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service's statement of assurance and updates to the risk management policy. Additionally, the meeting will cover whistleblowing, the constitution member working group, and the role of member champions.

Planning & Regulation Committee - Monday, 24 November 2025 2.00 pm

The Planning & Regulation Committee of Oxfordshire Council met to discuss planning and regulation matters in Oxfordshire. The main item for consideration was a planning application relating to Wroxton Fields Quarry, with a recommendation for approval subject to a Section 106 legal agreement[^2].

Oxfordshire Joint Health Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 20 November 2025 10.00 am

The Oxfordshire Joint Health Overview & Scrutiny Committee (HOSC) convened to discuss several key healthcare issues affecting the region. The agenda included updates on children's emotional wellbeing and mental health services, the establishment of a primary care working group, and the development of a neighbourhood health plan for Oxfordshire. Councillors were also scheduled to note responses to previous HOSC recommendations and to review the committee's forward work plan.

County Council - Tuesday, 4 November 2025 11.00 am

The Oxfordshire County Council meeting scheduled for 4 November 2025 included an address by the Lord Lieutenant of Oxfordshire, Mrs Marjorie Glasgow BEM, and consideration of the new strategic plan, changes to financial regulations and the youth justice annual plan. Councillors were also expected to discuss a number of motions, including one to end the Oxford Congestion Charge scheme.