Oxfordshire County Council are seeking residents’ opinions on how to implement
proposals to introduce ‘part-night lighting’ in parts of Oxfordshire where it is requested.
Oxfordshire County Council are holding a consultation to seek the public’s views on
how the ‘part-night lighting’ plans should work.
People can take part in the consultation on the Let’s Talk Oxfordshire website until 6
July.
This consultation is focussing on how, not where, part-night lighting might be
implemented. Scheme locations would be a matter for communities to decide and
would then be subject to a further local consultation.
Previous proposals were deferred in November 2024 after concerns were raised. As
a result, the aim of the new implementation framework proposal is to give communities
the choice to introduce part-night lighting in their area only if they want it.
Oxfordshire County Council want to hear people’s views and concerns, especially to
help understand potential impacts on those who are perceived as being at risk from
crime or harm.
The aim of the policy is to improve the natural environment from a carbon and
biodiversity perspective, while keeping personal and community safety as a priority
consideration.
Oxfordshire County Council recognise that one size does not fit all. Different operating
hours and exemptions will form part of the proposals to meet different communities’
needs. And there is no intention of reducing streetlighting in areas where there are
concerns about the impact.
Oxfordshire County Council want part-night lighting to be a community choice which
is why the public’s feedback is crucial in helping to get this right.
The implementation process being proposed is similar to Oxfordshire’s 20mph
programme. Applications would have to be requested by the local town or parish
council/meeting, or local governance authorities.
The consultation feedback on the new implementation proposal is expected to be
presented for a decision by the council’s cabinet in September.
Printed copies of the consultation are available. You can request a paper copy of the
consultation documents by emailing: partnightlighting@oxfordshire.gov.uk(External
link) or call the county council’s Customer Services Team on 01865 792422 or
download it from this page. Paper copies can also be requested at local libraries. We
will provide a Freepost address on the paper survey form for you to return your
completed survey.