Piddington residents demand urgent action from Labour after voting to leave UK in symbolic referendum

TL;DR

Piddington residents voted 285-26 in a symbolic referendum to leave the UK.
The vote is a protest against the government's plan to house 1,256 asylum seekers at the MoD Bicester site.
Residents expressed concerns about the safety of vulnerable populations, including the elderly, children, women, and widows.
Long-term residents noted the decline of local amenities and the strong community spirit in the village.
Concerns were raised about the environmental impact on a biodiverse ecosystem at the MoD site, with calls for an environmental impact survey.
Residents feel their voices have been ignored by the government, which they accuse of pushing through plans using urgent Crown development powers without proper consideration.

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