Councillor Roz Smith

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.

Performance & Corporate Services Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Friday, 5 December 2025 10.00 am

The Performance and Corporate Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss a range of topics, including public health, devolution, parking permits and the FixMyStreet platform. The committee was scheduled to review performance, consider recommendations, and monitor progress against strategic priorities.

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].

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.