FORMER Oxfordshire County Council leader Keith Mitchell died last week.
In these photos from the Oxford Mail archive, we look back at some of the 'towering figure' and his highlights in the job.
The leader was respected by his allies, but drew the ire and criticism of many political rivals.
READ MORE about the former leader in our full report here
In a tribute, a close friend and fellow Conservative councillor Kieron Mallon praised his work ethic, and said 'his like will not be seen again'.
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