Oxfordshire County Council Fire & Rescue Service statement on fire safety measures in high rise towers in Oxford

Simon Furlong, Director of Community Safety and Chief Fire Officer of Oxfordshire County Council Fire & Rescue Service said:

“I would like to reassure residents of Oxford’s five high-rise towers that Oxford City Council has taken all the necessary fire safety measures to ensure they are safe in their home. Oxford City Council followed our advice to introduce a number of fire safety improvements as part of the recent refurbishment work. This includes the installation of a new sprinkler system in flats and communal areas and a fire and smoke detection system connected directly to the fire service.

“As the owner of the buildings, Oxford City Council carries out regular fire risk assessments, which are audited by Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service. These audits are up-to-date. In the event of a fire at any high-rise tower in Oxford, we have the resources in place to ensure a rapid response within our target response times.”

Full statement from Oxford City Council

Guidance from Oxfordshire County Council Fire and Rescue Service - Fire safety in high rise