Tom Gubbins

...that Cherwell's Executive endorsed the "Made in Banbury" cultural strategy, acknowledged the economic impact of arts and culture investment, agreed to support the Banbury Quays Consortium with a £3000 annual grant for two years, committed to monitoring the strategy's implementation, and requested area oversight groups to consider culture in their placemaking plans.

...that the Executive's response to the motion regarding the Government Review of Local Authority Funding was noted.

...to support the change from standard diesel to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) diesel for Environmental Services vehicles, commencing in Autumn 2025, to achieve a substantial reduction in emissions.

...that the Executive of Cherwell approved the new Domestic Abuse Policy to support residents experiencing domestic abuse.

...to approve the concept design for the Bicester Market Square project, allocate additional funding, and delegate authority for various project-related decisions, including budget tranches, consultant and contractor appointments, and contract options.