by peter | Jul 9, 2025 | Opinion
As a long-term resident of Oxford, I’ve always admired the city’s charm—its historic streets, picturesque lanes, and, above all, the fact that it’s already one of the most walkable cities in the UK. So, imagine my bewilderment when I stumbled upon the latest Cabinet...
by peter | Apr 29, 2025 | News
The Independent Oxford Alliance (IOA) has issued an open letter to Labour Party activists and volunteers across Oxfordshire. Co-signed by Dr Anne Gwinnett, IOA Party Chair, and Nasreen Majeed, County Candidate for Marston & Northway, the letter calls on Labour...
by peter | Apr 25, 2025 | News
We care deeply about the suffering caused by conflict, injustice, and human rights abuses around the world—including in Palestine. But as a local party, our role is to serve the people of Oxford and Oxfordshire. That means focusing on the issues we can directly...
by peter | Apr 23, 2025 | News
The Independent Oxford Alliance (IOA) has unveiled its “Alternative Approach to Transport Planning in Oxfordshire,” This was done ahead of the County Council elections on 1st May . The IOA has consistently opposed Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs), which were...
by peter | Apr 7, 2025 | News
By Mark Beer, County Candidate for Summertown and Walton Manor As much as I love Oxford, you’ll forgive me for saying that my ideal morning is not spent gazing down Cowley Road – particularly not in agonising traffic for 40 minutes. We all live busy lives, with...