The latest articles written by Sheila Oxtoby

CULTURE

Great Yarmouth's UK Town of Culture bid comes at a crucial time

By Sheila Oxtoby | 27 August 2026

The timing of Great Yarmouth's place on the shortlist for UK Town of Culture couldn't be better t...

REORGANISATION

How we manage LGR without losing focus on vital regeneration work is paramount

By Sheila Oxtoby | 25 March 2026

LGR is clearly a huge challenge, says Sheila Oxtoby, 'but we are determined not to lose sight of ...

REORGANISATION

Our residents want us to get the basics right

By Sheila Oxtoby | 09 October 2025

Reorganisation proposals have gone in to the MHCLG, but residents want a focus on basic service d...

HOUSING

The council won't be cowed by scaremongering

By Sheila Oxtoby | 27 June 2025

Great Yarmouth BC is focused on proposals for a new selective licensing scheme to tackle sub stan...

DEVOLUTION

A huge amount to resolve on reform

By Sheila Oxtoby | 04 February 2025

There is a feeling among some members of Great Yarmouth BC that a lack of engagement and discussi...

COMMUNITIES

Effective partnership working on temporary housing is crucial

By Sheila Oxtoby | 03 December 2024

Sheila Oxtoby says: 'If vulnerable homeless people or others who require temporary housing are to...

WORKFORCE

We work hard to make sure we're the best employer we can be

By By Sheila Oxtoby | 17 October 2024

Focusing on staff is critical when financial challenges can often mean investment in them is depr...

HOUSING

Facing an uncertain future

By Sheila Oxtoby | 04 September 2024

Sheila Oxtoby explains how Great Yarmouth is planning ahead for more housing despite uncertainty ...

GENERAL ELECTION

Keeping the focus on delivery in a new political landscape

By By Sheila Oxtoby | 16 July 2024

Sheila Oxtoby says: 'The Government appears to be determined to hit the ground running and keen t...

SKILLS

Gaining skills: Overcoming the barriers in Great Yarmouth

By Sheila Oxtoby | 22 April 2024

Great Yarmouth's skills and employability strategy will provide a positive, collaborative framewo...

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