Isabella Harris

Planning officers have recommended approval of a redevelopment proposal for Oxford’s Ozone Leisure Park, which includes demolishing existing facilities to build science labs, a new cinema, leisure spaces and a restored Grade II*-listed pub. Developers argue the current site is unsustainable, while the city council report highlights economic benefits and job creation. Approval is recommended pending responses to concerns from the Environment Agency and a holding objection from Thames Valley Police regarding habitat destruction and crime mitigation.