15th January 2025

Exciting January Events for B4 Members: A Great Start to 2025

January 2025 promises an exhilarating line-up of events for B4 Members, offering opportunities to connect, celebrate, and be inspired. With three unique gatherings, B4...
Conference & EventsLocal GovernmentNetworkingPeopleProfessional ServicesResponsible BusinessSales & MarketingStrategy
27th October 2022

OxLEP Skills: Opportunities for Oxfordshire Employers 2022-2023

If you were ever wondering what opportunities there were for Oxfordshire employers to engage with future generations, look no further.
Local GovernmentPeopleRecruitment
25th October 2022

Oxfordshire’s green champions unite to host inaugural OX to ZERO conference

OxLEP joined forces with the leading Oxfordshire voices of the University of Oxford, Harwell Campus and the Culham Science Centre-based UKAEA to host the...
Conference & EventsLocal GovernmentSustainability
18th October 2022

‘Meanwhile in Oxfordshire..’ Case Study: Ducky Zebra, the sustainable kidswear brand challenging gender stereotypes, championing change and inspiring happy children

‘Often girls' clothes are pink, cute and impractical. They promote kindness, but not always confidence. And boys' clothes are often blue, aggressive and adventure...
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal Government
17th October 2022

Innovative drone delivery trials take place at Milton Park

A pilot demonstration for a set of innovative drone and electric van freight trials was successfully completed at Milton Park.
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal GovernmentTechTechnology
17th October 2022

Businesses encouraged to have their say: Central Oxfordshire Travel Plan

Oxfordshire County Council has launched its first draft area travel plan for public feedback following the adoption of its county-wide transport and connectivity plan,...
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal Government
16th October 2022

OxLEP-backed project major update: Green light for Oxford station and railway transformation following £78.6m funding announcement

The Department for Transport today (17 August) confirmed it has awarded £78.6m to Network Rail to support the redevelopment of Oxford station and railway,...
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal GovernmentPrivate TransportPublic Transport
16th October 2022

Local Growth Fund Case Study: Oxford Centre for Applied Superconductivity

The property of zero electrical resistance in some substances at very low absolute temperatures, ‘superconductivity’ sees the conductivity of materials become such that when...
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal Government
15th October 2022

OxLEP grant scheme supporting apprenticeships in Oxfordshire officially launched

OxLEP has revealed its latest grant scheme set to benefit businesses with a drive to harness apprenticeship opportunities for Oxfordshire residents.
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal Government
15th October 2022

SURVEY: Calling Oxfordshire-based creative industries companies!

Following-on from this summer’s Oxfordshire Creative Industries Showcase, which brought together many Oxfordshire-based businesses, educators and entrepreneurs operating within the sector, OxLEP is continuing...
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal Government
11th October 2022

New OxLEP mentoring platform launch webinar – 27th October, 12:00-12:45

OxLEP Skills is delighted to launch a virtual mentoring scheme for Oxfordshire on National Mentoring Day (27th October 2022).
Business StrategyConference & EventsLocal GovernmentPeople
10th October 2022

OX to ZERO summit: Oxfordshire’s world-leading solutions to reaching net zero

A new one-day summit at The Blavatnik School of Government will showcase how Oxfordshire leads the global charge in addressing the climate emergency. OX...
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal Government
10th October 2022

Local Growth Fund Case Study: Upstream Flood Storage at Northway and Marston

Climate change has brought about the ever-increasing risk of flooding, with the Environment Agency’s ‘best estimated cost’ of the 2015/16 floods that took place...
LeadershipLocal GovernmentStrategy
9th October 2022

Local Growth Fund Case Study: The Advanced Skills Centre

The Advanced Skills Centre is part of Abingdon and Witney College, with a core focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) learning -...
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal GovernmentStrategy
8th October 2022

Local Growth Fund Case Study: Didcot Station Multi-Storey Car Park

A key gateway to the Science Vale science and technology cluster and the Enterprise Zone including Milton Park, Harwell Campus, and Culham Science Park,...
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal Government
7th October 2022

‘Meanwhile in Oxfordshire..’ Case Study: The family of foodies cooking up one of the top-3 restaurants in Oxford from a ‘Meanwhile’ co-working space

In February 2021, OxLEP announced the launch of the ‘Meanwhile in Oxfordshire..’ programme, a high street revitalisation scheme led by Oxford City Council and...
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal Government
7th October 2022

Green light for ‘Nebula R&D scheme at Milton Park

Plans have been approved for a new state-of-the-art R&D scheme at Milton Park.
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal GovernmentStrategy
7th October 2022

US research organisation creates new campus to build collaborations across the Oxfordshire’s life science ecosystem

Leading US-based research organisation, the Lawrence J. Ellison Institute for Transformative Medicine, is significantly expanding its commitment to Oxfordshire by establishing a major presence...
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal Government
27th September 2022

World Tourism Day 2022: Destination Oxfordshire

The visitor economy is a key contributor to economies worldwide, with one in ten individuals globally employed within the sector. It is also one...
Local Government
22nd September 2022

Co-operative Futures launch new peer-mentoring programme in Oxford

Co-operative Futures and OxLEP’s eScalate programme collaborate to celebrate community businesses and co-ops at Co-op event What: Community Businesses & Co-ops: Panel Conversation & Social...
Conference & EventsLeadershipLocal Government
1st September 2022

Oxfordshire’s green champions unite to host inaugural OX to ZERO conference

OxLEP joined forces with the leading Oxfordshire voices of the University of Oxford, Harwell Campus and the Culham Science Centre-based UKAEA to host the...
Business StrategyFinanceLocal Government
29th July 2022

Oxfordshire’s ‘global economic strengths’ continues to draw top international investment, despite pandemic challenges

OxLEP have today (29 July) highlighted new Department for International Trade (DIT) figures that has shown the county maintained a strong position attracting worldwide business investment,...
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal Government
7th July 2022

How could Boris Johnson’s resignation impact business?

More than 55 MPs have resigned within the past 48 hours, leaving Boris Johnson no choice today but to leave a role which he...
Local Government
1st April 2022

IoD welcomes Chief Economist Kitty Ussher for special briefing

IoD Chief Economist Kitty Ussher will outline prospects for the UK economy and business at a special event for local directors.
Business StrategyConference & EventsLocal Government
3rd March 2022

New funding to help businesses cut energy bills and carbon emissions

New funding has been announced to help businesses improve energy efficiency and fight energy waste in commercial buildings in Oxfordshire.
Local GovernmentSustainability
11th February 2022

OxLEP response to the Levelling-Up White Paper

The much-anticipated Levelling-Up White Paper was announced last week by the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, Michael Gove MP.
Local Government
21st January 2022

‘Don’t miss out’ – Successful Peer Networks initiative makes its final call

The OxLEP Business-run programme Peer Networks has called on businesses to grab the last few places available before time runs out.
Community BuildingLocal GovernmentNetworking
20th January 2022

Latest Figures show Severe Impact of Covid-19 on Oxfordshire’s Visitor Economy

The Economic Impact Report for Tourism in Oxfordshire, a report commissioned by Experience Oxfordshire, shows a staggering 59% decline in the value of tourism...
FinanceLeisureLocal Government
24th November 2021

Small business confidence loses steam

The Federation of Small Businesses' (FSB) measurement of business confidence has slipped by 2.2 points between Q2 and Q3 2021, falling to 16.4, the...
Accountants - Professional ServicesBusiness StrategyLocal Government
18th November 2021

EV charging hubs for Oxfordshire receive £1.2m funding from the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles

Bicester based Charge Point Operator; EZ Charge have announced that a funding agreement for a £1.2m investment into the Park and Charge Oxfordshire project...
Local GovernmentPrivate TransportSustainability
18th November 2021

Works to improve access to Banbury Station

Commuters, residents, and businesses in Banbury can have their say from today (16 November) on proposed improvement works at Tramway Road, near Banbury Station,...
Local GovernmentPublic Transport
11th November 2021

COP26: OxLEP hosts official event in Oxford on ‘science and innovation’ UK presidency day

As key officials from across the globe continue critical discussions in Glasgow at COP26, the Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP) has played its role...
LeadershipLocal GovernmentSustainability
28th October 2021

Bamboozled by the Budget: what does it mean for Property?

Look, I'm perplexed and I'm conflicted. I happily admit - and often do - that I'm a natural born Tory-skeptic. Nevertheless, I can't help...
Local GovernmentPeopleResidential Property
28th October 2021

Blake Morgan Chair comments on 2021 autumn budget

Blake Morgan Chair, Kath Shimmin, comments on this afternoon's Budget announcement.
Business StrategyLocal GovernmentSolicitors
28th October 2021

Question over extension of RLS to June 2022

In the Autumn Budget, the Chancellor confirmed the Recovery Loan Scheme will be extended until 30 June 2022 to ensure that lenders continue to...
Business StrategyFinanceLocal Government
28th October 2021

Ongoing new car supply challenges in 2021 could cost aftersales sector another £300 million in lost revenue

Latest SMMT new car registration figures have shown a significant decline in new car sales so far in 2021, leaving franchised dealers to face...
Local GovernmentPrivate Transport
28th October 2021

Investment in research and innovation can unlock new opportunities, says NCUB

The Chancellor should be commended for investing in both research and innovation says the National Centre for Universities and Business, the collective voice of...
Business StrategyFinanceLocal Government
28th October 2021

BHO Recap: Key Budget points affecting families

BHO Recap: Key Budget points affecting families noted in The Times review today of the budget include:
FinanceLocal GovernmentPeople
26th October 2021

Long COVID: could it amount to a disability?

On 7 October 2021, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported that an estimated 1.1 million people in the UK were experiencing self-reported long...
EducationHealthLocal Government
25th October 2021

St. Modwen invites Kingsgrove community to a day of celebration of new public square and artwork

On October 9th, St. Modwen, the master developer for the new Kingsgrove community in Wantage, held a family-friendly community day to mark the reveal...
AttractionsCommunity BuildingEducationLocal GovernmentPublic Transport
19th October 2021

Albion Land signs DHL as first occupier for new 3 million sq ft logistics park at M40 J10 – Axis J10

Albion Land has contracted with DHL Supply Chain for approximately 1 million sq ft of space across two units at its proposed Axis J10...
Business ParksBusiness StrategyLocal GovernmentRecruitment
15th October 2021

Economy Minister, Vaughan Gething, on the latest Labour Market Statistics

Commenting on today’s Labour Market Statistics, Economy Minister Vaughan Gething said: “Today’s figures are encouraging, showing the unemployment rate in Wales remains below that...
Community BuildingLocal GovernmentRecruitment
12th October 2021

Experience Oxfordshire MP roundtable reflects on the impact of Covid and the challenges faced for tourism recovery across the region

Last Friday, Hayley Beer-Gamage, CEO of Experience Oxfordshire hosted an MP roundtable with Robert Courts, Conservative MP for Witney and West Oxfordshire and Anneliese...
Conference & EventsHospitalityLeisureLocal GovernmentPeople
12th October 2021

Experts welcome Government delay to digital tax reforms

A delay to tax reforms which would have seen sole traders and small businesses obliged to keep digital records and report income quarterly to...
Accountants - Professional ServicesLocal Government
10th October 2021

New jobs programme to create life changing opportunities for 16-18 year olds in Wales

A new flexible programme focused on helping young people aged 16-18 reach their full potential and take their first steps into the world of...
Local Government
6th October 2021

Transport for the North responds to the Prime Minister’s speech: ‘We’re ready to deliver NPR’

Responding to the Prime Minister's speech at the Conservative Party Conference today (6 October 2021), Tim Wood, Transport for the North’s Director of Northern...
Local GovernmentPublic Transport
4th October 2021

B4 Sustainability Special

In our 2nd Special Feature highlighting great content on the B4 website, we're highlighting ten great sustainable articles, interviews and webinars which have featured...
Business StrategyCommunity BuildingEducationLocal GovernmentPublic TransportSustainability
22nd September 2021

GMB southern region’s NHS members overwhelmingly vote NO on government’s pay offer – strike ballot will now happen

The Health Secretary must now meet with GMB Union to avoid a winter of chaos
Community BuildingEDIHealthLocal Government
21st September 2021

UK Biomass Potential for BECCS Land Occupier Survey

Carter Jonas have been commissioned to provide research and information on the future of Biomass and the potential supply of feedstock for power generation...
LeadershipLocal GovernmentResponsible BusinessSustainability
20th September 2021

Bus operators back world car free day

Oxfordshire residents are being encouraged to take the bus on World Car Free Day on Wednesday.
Community BuildingLocal GovernmentPublic TransportResponsible BusinessSustainability
9th August 2021

MP Impressed With Blenheim’s Environmental Initiatives

MP Robert Courts has praised Blenheim Estate’s commitment to the environment during a visit to the Oxfordshire UNESCO World Heritage Site this week.
AttractionsCommunity BuildingEDIHealthLocal Government
23rd July 2021

Blenheim Estate Homes Welcomes Government’s New National Planning Code

Blenheim Estate Homes has welcomed the government’s new national model design code, which was published this week.
Local GovernmentResidential PropertyVenues
15th July 2021

Our Climate Change Strategy – and comment on the Government’s Decarbonising Transport plan

Today marks both the launch of our Group Climate Change Strategy, and the publication of the Government's Decarbonising Transport Strategy - an exciting day...
HealthLeadershipLocal GovernmentPublic Transport
12th July 2021

Upcoming OxLEP event: ‘The Oxfordshire Plan 2050 – why the business voice needs to be heard

Businesses from across the county are being encouraged to sign-up to an upcoming online panel event, critical as the Oxfordshire Plan 2050 moves closer...
Business StrategyCommunity BuildingLeadershipLocal Government
2nd July 2021

OxLEP-backed project – set to be a key player in championing cleaner energy production – is announced

Confirmation of a new pilot project for an innovative energy systems accelerator – one of several schemes to have benefitted from government funding secured...
EducationLeadershipLocal GovernmentRecruitmentTechTechnology
2nd July 2021

Pathways to Zero-Carbon Oxfordshire report welcomed

A key climate action report – Pathways to a Zero-Carbon Oxfordshire – by the University of Oxford’s Environmental Change Institute and Bioregional has been...
Business StrategyLeadershipLocal Government
18th June 2021

General Fusion to build its fusion demonstration plant at UKAEA’s Culham Campus

The UKAEA and General Fusion have this week announced an agreement under which General Fusion will build and operate its Fusion Demonstration Plant (FDP)...
EducationLocal GovernmentSustainabilityTechTechnology
14th June 2021

Business support for lockdown easing delay

With the rumoured extension of the 21st June lockdown lifting on the horizon, and businesses calling for extra support, Sridhar Iyengar, MD for Zoho...
EducationHealthLocal Government
11th June 2021

Witney MP Support Business

Witney MP Robert Courts visited leading local manufacturer the Rooflight Company to tour the company’s factory in Shipton-under-Wychwood and meet its senior leadership team...
Local GovernmentManufacturing
28th May 2021

Oxfordshire Council partners with Alchera Technologies on £500k project to drive smart transport revolution

Oxfordshire County Council has partnered with Alchera Technologies to develop a system fit for the introduction of connected and autonomous vehicles as well as...
Community BuildingLocal GovernmentPublic Transport
21st May 2021

Europe’s most powerful electric vehicle charging hub heading to Oxford as Oxford City Council, Pivot Power, Fastned, Tesla Superchargers & Wenea team up

UK-based Pivot Power, part of EDF Renewables, and Oxford City Council have joined up with Fastned, the European electric vehicle (EV) fast charging company,...
EducationLocal GovernmentPrivate TransportPublic Transport
17th May 2021

Peer Networks – “Do it! Don’t give it a second thought!”

That was a recent quote from one of our 153 Business leaders and Managing Directors who have been part of the OxLEP Peer Networks...
Community BuildingEducationLocal GovernmentTraining
12th May 2021

Funding for OxLEP-backed construction centre – set to play a leading role in creating skills for a greener future – is secured

Confirmation of a new, innovative green skills centre – one of several schemes to have benefited from funding secured by the Oxfordshire Local Enterprise...
Community BuildingEDIEducationLocal GovernmentTraining
12th May 2021

OxLEP-backed Local Growth Fund supported project set to further enhance ‘cleaner’ connectivity in Oxford

The Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP) have today (27 April) revealed that works on phase one of a new project – set to boost...
Community BuildingEDIEducationLeadershipLocal Government
30th April 2021

£100 million project starts at Catalyst Bicester with David Lloyd sale and phase one construction

The first phase of new buildings at Catalyst Bicester, the £100 million new advanced manufacturing and technology business community and include a David Lloyd...
Commercial PropertyCommunity BuildingEDILeisureLocal GovernmentRecruitment
17th March 2021

Funding commitment takes Opens forward

Work can now progress on preparation of proposals, consultation and future planning application.
ConstructionEducationLocal Government
9th March 2021

£0.5 million Headington life science laboratory development at The Oxford Trust’s Innovation Centre supported by funding secured by OxLEP

The Oxford Trust, the local charity encouraging the pursuit of science and enterprise, is to undertake a half million-pound project to install life science...
Commercial PropertyFinanceLeadershipLocal GovernmentTechTechnology
2nd March 2021

Expert Comments – Ahead of budget announcement

Ahead of Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s budget announcement tomorrow, please see below expert commentary from tech industry leaders including: Rod Flavell, CEO, FDM Group, Sridhar...
EducationFinanceLocal Government
11th February 2021

ODS and Oxfordshire County Council awarded joint innovation grant to develop beautifully simple solution for off-street Electric Vehicle charging

ODS, Oxford’s Local Authority Trading Company (LATCO), has won a grant to collaborate with Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) to develop an innovative and cost-effective...
Local GovernmentPrivate TransportPublic Transport
4th February 2021

Anneliese Dodds among MPs testing for HIV in support of UK HIV Testing Week

Using Simplitude ByMe HIV self-tests by Oxfordshire-based Owen Mumford.
HealthLocal GovernmentManufacturing
6th November 2020

The Oxford Bus Group: 2020 Corporate and Social Responsibility Report

We are pleased to be able to circulate The Oxford Bus Group’s 2020 Sustainability Report entitled ‘Taking Care of Every Journey’.
Local GovernmentPublic Transport
22nd October 2020

Attend Oxford Living Wage Week Event (Online)

It is #LivingWageWeek, from 9 – 15 November 2020, and we are celebrating the hundreds of thousands of low paid workers who have received...
Local Government
10th August 2020

Oxford City Business Update

Our communities are under severe pressure during the crisis but there have been a few positives, less pollution, less waste and increased awareness and...
Local Government
3rd August 2020

Park and Ride free parking offer

Oxford City Council and Oxfordshire County Council are providing free parking at all Oxford’s five Park and Ride sites throughout August.
Local GovernmentPublic Transport
9th June 2020

Latest business support update from Oxford City Council

I am writing with the latest coronavirus business support update from Oxford City Council. It covers the following: 1. Discretionary Grants Fund. 2. New...
Local Government
27th May 2020

COVID-19 Business Resilience Fund

Grant Process and Panel Requirements: Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP) have created a business resilience fund to help support businesses impacted by the COVID-19...
FinanceLocal Government
5th May 2020

National and Local Support for Businesses Affected by Coronavirus (COVID-19)

1. Grants Update from our Business Rates team: “We have paid out more than £19.5m in grants to businesses since the start of April,...
Local Government
9th April 2020

Business Support update for Oxford businesses from OCC

Are you eligible and have you applied for the coronavirus business support grants made available via your local Council?
Local Government
3rd April 2020

Oxford City Council facilitates first £170,000 of coronavirus grants to Oxford’s small businesses

Oxford City Council has facilitated the first £170,000 of Government grants to small businesses in the city to support them through the coronavirus outbreak.
Local Government
30th March 2020

Oxford City Activities Hub

Oxford City Council has launched an online Activities Hub with links to advice on exercise, mental health, learning and cultural activities to help residents...
HealthLocal Government
30th March 2020

National and local support for businesses impacted by Coronavirus (COVID-19)

I’m writing with the latest business support email from Oxford City Council. This update includes:
Local Government
20th March 2020

Oxford City Council COVID-19 Support

We are writing to all businesses in Oxford today with information and guidance about how to access national and local support for everyone impacted...
Local Government
19th March 2020

Blenheim Estate Homes Warns Council’s U-Turn Will Put Radical Affordable Homes Model at Risk

A radical new way to provide more than 200 truly affordable homes in Woodstock is at risk after Cherwell District Council opted to remove...
Local GovernmentResidential Property
2nd March 2020

Housing Commission Recognises Blenheim’s Radical Approach to Affordable Homes

A radical affordable housing scheme, which is being championed by Blenheim Estate Homes, is featured in a major new government-backed report.
Local GovernmentResidential Property
10th February 2020

Support ‘Hubs’ will boost Oxfordshire’s growing social enterprise sector

eScalate, the newest programme from OxLEP Business, is creating 6 ‘hubs’ to nurture social entrepreneurship across the county.
Business StrategyLocal Government
12th June 2019

Intellectual Property Office invests in new support role for Oxfordshire businesses

The Intellectual Property Office has partnered with Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership to create new business support job role – application window now open
Local GovernmentRecruitment
15th February 2019

2019 Oxfordshire Business Awards launch celebrates 25 years of the county’s best businesses

Dozens of Oxfordshire businesses attended the event on 10 January at Oxford Science Park.
Business as a Force for GoodLocal Government
2nd October 2018

£5.2 Million Programme Launched to Boost Innovation in Oxfordshire

A £5.2 million programme to encourage innovative business ideas within small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) was launched today by the Oxfordshire Local Enterprise...
Local Government
8th January 2018

OxLEP Chief Executive Says Recent Growth ‘reaffirms’ Oxfordshire’s World-leading Economic Position, Ahead of Special Q&A Event

Multiple studies say Oxfordshire is benefiting from a strong economy – optimism backed by a recent OxLEP survey of business leaders
Local Government
3rd January 2018

New Year Presents New Opportunities for Oxfordshire’s Business Leaders – OxLEP Aims to Recruit New ‘Influential’ Board Members

The Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership searches for three senior business leaders to join its ambitious Board
Local GovernmentRecruitment
23rd November 2017

Budget Response from Nigel Tipple – Chief Executive of the Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership

As is the case each year, the Budget announcement sets the tone as to how our economy could perform – from an Oxfordshire perspective,...
FinanceLocal Government
26th October 2017

OxLEP Chief Executive Says Westgate Oxford is a ‘welcome Boost’ to the City

As Westgate Oxford yesterday opened its doors to the public, the chief executive of the Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership has welcomed its arrival and...
Local GovernmentShops
19th October 2017

Oxfordshire Business Support announces first winners of Elevate grant awards for small businesses

37,000 in grants have been awarded to local SMEs from the ELEVATE programme to boost start-up and growing enterprises. Businesses can now apply for...
FinanceLocal Government

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