We have been advised by RAF Brize Norton that the repatriation of Senior Aircraftman Ryan Tomlin of the Royal Airforce Regiment, will take place on Thursday 23rd February 2012.
The plane will land at approx 2:00pm and the cortege will pass by the Memorial Garden at approx 4:00pm, reaching the John Radcliffe at around 4:45pm.
Norton Way will be closed from approx 1.00pm, whilst Station Road, Brize Norton, will be closed for approximately 10 minutes once the cortege leaves Britannia Gate at RAF Brize Norton.
There will be road closures in place at the Marston Ferry Road / Cherwell Drive Junction, Marston Road / Cherwell Drive Junction, and by mini roundabout by the entrance to the John Radcliffe Hospital. Please expect severe delays in this area whilst the road closures are in operation.
The weather forecast for Thursday is that it is expected to be warm with sunny spells. Please note that times are subject to change at short notice and we advise that you check again by visiting www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/repatriations or call 01865 816345.