Bicester asylum site ‘not ideal’ as Government submits plans

The Oxford Mail has reported on the Government’s submission of plans to accommodate up to 1,256 asylum seekers at MOD Bicester Site A.

The article highlights concerns around the suitability of the location, including the Government’s own acknowledgement that the rural site is “not ideal”, particularly in relation to transport and accessibility.

The report follows the formal submission of the Urgent Crown Development application and adds further local media scrutiny to the proposals.

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