Proposal for temporary Oxford congestion charge

Our cabinet will consider options for mitigating congestion in Oxford at its meeting on 17 June. One option is a temporary congestion charge for the city.

We have committed to addressing congestion in the short term after our plan to implement six trial traffic filters was postponed due to Botley Road's ongoing closure. Botley Road is expected to reopen in August 2026. 

Public consultation

Our cabinet will be asked to approve the start of a public consultation on a temporary congestion charge. The scheme would improve bus services and make it easier for those with permits, including carers, traders and blue badge holders, to travel by car into and around the city. 

If approved, a public consultation will start on 23 June to implement the temporary scheme in autumn this year.

More details

You can find further information in our news release.

Contact details

If you have any questions about this project, contact ccharge@oxfordshire.gov.uk.