The University is concerned by the delay and understands the impact the extended closure will have on staff and students. Senior officers will be making representations to Network Rail and other local stakeholders to get clarity on next steps and commitments to reopening the road as soon as possible.
Oxfordshire County Council has said it will not introduce the planned traffic filters until Botley Road has re-opened, so the delay will also mean this major change to Oxford's roads will also need to be postponed. More detail will be provided as soon as possible.
The planned staff briefing for University by Council officials on 23 July will continue to take place, and all colleagues are welcome to sign up.
