We have been advised by RAF Brize Norton that the repatriation of Pte John King, from 1st Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment, will take place on Thursday 5th Janurary 2012.

The plane will land at approximately 13:00 and the cortege will pass by the Memorial Garden at around 15:00 arriving at the John Radcliffe Hospital around 16.00.

Norton Way will be closed from approx 10.45am, whilst Station Road, Brize Norton, will be closed for approximately 10 minutes once the cortege leaves Britannia Gate at RAF Brize Norton.

The weather forecast for Thursday is sunny intervals please ensure you are prepared. 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.