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Help shape new rules for charity collections in South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse

Published Wednesday 26 February 2025

Residents, charities and businesses in South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse are encouraged to comment on a new policy for charity collections across the two districts. 

Aimed at safeguarding donors and beneficiaries, ensuring fair access to collection opportunities and preventing unlicensed fundraising, the proposed policy introduces key measures, including:  

  • A requirement for applicants to provide detailed supporting material about their charity. 
  • Restrictions on where collections can take place to prevent blanket district-wide collections. 
  • A minimum of 80 per cent of money donated during house-to-house collections to go to the charitable cause. 
  • A fairer allocation of street collection opportunities. 
  • Clear grounds for refusing applications and licence revocations. 

South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are keen to hear from local people and organisations to help shape the final version of the policy before it is implemented. 

The consultation is open until 11.59pm on Wednesday 26 March 2025.  For more information and to take part, visit southandvale.gov.uk/CharityCollectionsConsultation 

Cllr Georgina Heritage, Cabinet Member for Communities at South Oxfordshire District Council, said:  “Charity collections play a vital role in supporting good causes, but it’s essential to ensure they are well-regulated and fair for everyone. This policy will help protect donors, ensure transparency and create a level playing field for all charities.” 

Cllr Helen Pighills, Cabinet Member for Community Health and Wellbeing at Vale of White Horse District Council, said: “We want to hear from the people who matter most—our residents and local organisations. Your feedback will help us shape a policy that benefits both charities and our communities. Please take a few minutes to have your say.”