I was very concerned to hear of the awful blaze in Ashill yesterday afternoon, which is thought to have started in a nearby wheat field before spreading rapidly into the village and setting a number of homes alight.

Thankfully, it is thought no one was hurt.

Thank you to Norfolk Fire Service, Norfolk Police and Breckland Council for such a professional response controlling the blaze and then moving quickly to help rehouse those who have lost their homes.

Thank you too to those volunteers that are doing fantastic work to support their fellow residents at this tragic moment.

Rest assured, I will continue to liaise with local partners to offer what support they need.