A statement from Councillor David Hingley, Leader of the Council.
Published: Friday, 16th May 2025
Councillor David Hingley, Leader of the Council, said: “We are devastated to learn that lives have been lost in the fire at Bicester Motion. On behalf of everyone at Cherwell District Council, I want to express our deepest condolences to the families, friends and colleagues of those who have tragically died.
“This is a deeply upsetting event for our district, and we share in the sadness and shock that many are feeling.
“We are also thinking of those who have been injured or affected, and we are deeply grateful to Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue and our other emergency services for everything they have done in responding to this tragic incident.
“We will do all we can to support in the difficult days ahead.”
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