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14a OUFC – Planning Application response – update


OUFC correspondence – to consider


The Development and Strategy Committee Councillors expressed their thanks to Cllr


Ward for the hard work she put into compiling all the information from the whole


Council to complete the response for the OUFC planning application.


Cllr McLean asked all members of the committee whether they were satisfied with


the response and if they were happy to approve it. Councillors then held an in-depth


discussion regarding several concerns, including dynamic signage, emergency vehicle14b access, the uncertainty surrounding road closures, and the lack of engagement from


OUFC.


It was felt that Kidlington Parish Council should arrange another meeting with OUFC


to discuss the outstanding questions that have yet to be addressed, given the


significant impact this planning application could have on the Kidlington community


and residents. Councillors also expressed concerns about the upcoming Parish


Council meeting. They noted that if the public becomes aware that OUFC will be


attending, the meeting could become confrontational or be dominated by non-


residents. The Chair stated that Councillors and Parish Council staff will need to


monitor the situation on the day and that questions from non-residents of Kidlington


will not be considered.


Actions:


• Cllr Betts to compile a list of questions that still need to be answered by


OUFC.


• The Clerk to arrange a meeting with OUFC.


• Cllr Robey and Cllr Ward to complete the last changes to the Planning


Application response.


The Committee unanimously RESOLVED and agreed with the Planning Applicatio

Where does ot say she's objecting?
 
I didn't read it like that, it looked like they wanted more answers to their questions, before a decision can be made. And was this just a Committee, not the full Council?
 
I didn't read it like that, it looked like they wanted more answers to their questions, before a decision can be made. And was this just a Committee, not the full Council?
This is from Kidlington Parish Council , not Cherwell County Council and are the minutes of the meeting from the 13th March that formed their response of the 17 April all as previously stated
 
Shocking news
ive just got this foi



Subject: A Very Confidential Invitation – The Enemy of Football Fans

Dear Ian,

I trust this email finds you well, and blissfully free from the chaos of football fandom.

I’ve been thinking — we need someone with your expertise (and your impeccable ability to keep a low profile) to join the Friends of Stratfield Brake. We’ve got a real opportunity here to stop those horrible football fans from turning Kidlington into their personal stomping ground. And you, my friend, are just the kind of person we need.

However, there’s one small request: your membership must be entirely secret. We cannot afford for anyone to know you’re involved. If the football fans catch wind of this, they’ll be coming for us with their chants, noise, and “enthusiastic support” for the stadium. The last thing we need is for them to identify you as an ally — we’ll be marked, and it will get ugly.

Also, just to be clear, we don’t know each other. This is strictly a professional arrangement. If anyone asks, we’re simply two caring citizens who happen to be on the same side — nothing more, nothing less. Keep it casual, if you know what I mean.

If you join us, think of it like behind-the-scenes action: you’re part of a covert operation to protect Kidlington from being overrun by the endless hordes of football fans. We must keep the appearances of neutrality to avoid getting dragged into their endless arguments about stadium lights and parking issues.

Let me know if you’re up for this highly classified mission. We need people like you who are both strategic and invisible to stop those football fans from taking over. You can think of it as saving Kidlington — but in stealth mode.

Best regards,
Suzanne McIvor
Mastermind of Stealthy Football Fan Prevention
Saving Kidlington, one secretive move at a time.


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Subject: Re: A Very Confidential Invitation – The Enemy of Football Fans

Dear Suzanne,

Thank you for your intriguing invitation. I must admit, the prospect of fighting back against football fans with their chants, rallies, and their excessive love for overpriced pies does pique my interest.

As much as I prefer to stay out of the spotlight, the idea of secretly working to stop the relentless tidal wave of football fanatics does have a certain appeal. The cloak-and-dagger element, combined with our shared hatred of stadium expansion, is enough to get anyone on board.

That said, I must carefully consider the ramifications of joining this group. My neutrality has been the foundation of my work for years. If I join your anti-football fan crusade, my cautious approach to everything could be compromised. We simply cannot afford to have those fans find out I’ve aligned with the cause. You know how they can get: loud, rowdy, and insufferable — and that’s just at half-time. If they get wind of my involvement, they’ll be after me like I’m some kind of enemy target.

Also, just to make sure we’re on the same page — we don’t know each other, Suzanne. This is purely a professional arrangement. If anyone asks, we’re just two concerned individuals who happen to be concerned about the same thing. No connections, no funny business.

But I’ll admit, the chance to quietly undermine their plans from the inside is tempting. Perhaps we could continue our discussion in the most secretive manner possible. Maybe over coffee at a place that’s not even on the map? I’m certainly intrigued, but let’s make sure it’s under complete cover, with absolutely no traces for those fans to follow.

Looking forward to hearing from you, Suzanne. And remember, we can’t let them find out. They’d tear us apart.

Best regards,
Ian Middleton
Neutral Observer, Professional Conspirator
Still cautiously considering the football fan threat.


Must be fake, would require Ian to know that football has a half time
 
All I can say is that they must have taken leave of their senses. The Lib Dems are a wasted vote. They have done nothing for Oxfordshire and are incapable of doing anything for the nation as a whole. Led by a man who thinks that riding a hobby horse and talking gibberish is going to win over the electorate.
You forgot challenging Starmer to a game of FIFA on that list.

A complete buffoon, he’s like the Lib Dem’s version of Boris Johnson.
 
Oxford Parkway is going to be perfect for matchdays.

As it is, we have to drive to the Kassam but once at the new ground a £2.90 return from Bicester Village to Oxford is as cheap as chips.

Decided to do this on Saturday and it was fantastic.

Absolutely can't wait for this opportunity to enjoy a few extra pre match beers, pop into Oxford more often before a game for a spot of lunch.

What is not to like.
Same. You are spot on pal.
 
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Yet won't back the stadium
Yes, as a constituent, I asked her twice via email to confirm if she would support the stadium, two responses received, both of which were non-committal, ‘need to look at all the factors, ya di ya di ya’.

Still, when it’s popular, she’s straight on the bandwagon.

Compare that to Annelise Dodds recent positive work.
 

And the Lib Dem's still try and convince us they're neutral on this.

No Lib Dems or Greens should be on the planning committee for the stadium application as they all clearly have a predetermined anti-stadium position.

Let's hope they take a kicking in the polls on Thursday.
 
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