Tributes paid to father and daughter who died in fire at Distington

The father and daughter died following a fatal fire that occurred at Toll Bar Houses, Distington yesterday Sunday, May 22.

Police have named the father and daughter as Paul “Archie” Scott ,58 and Mia Carole Scott, 14.

Formal ID has yet to take place.

The incident is not being treated as suspicious. An investigation is ongoing on behalf of the coroner.

The family of Archie and Mia have released two pictures in loving memory of them.

Mia’s school have released the following tribute.

Workington Academy’s Executive Headteacher Des Bird said: “The whole school community is shocked at this incredibly sad news and we offer our deepest sympathies and condolences to all Mia’s family and friends.

“Mia was such a kind and caring girl, who was always smiling and helping others. She had the most infectious sense of humour and would always see the good in every situation. She was an amazing and loyal friend who will be sadly missed by all of the teachers and students in our school.”

“Workington Academy is part of a close-knit community and the loss of Mia and her father will be felt keenly by very many people”

“We will be holding assemblies to remember them and to ensure that everyone knows there is specialist support available for both our young people and our staff.”

MUCH LOVED: Archie and Mia

Tributes were also paid by Archie's employer who released a statement earlier this evening.

In a statemet on social media, Thompsons Plant Hire Ltd. said: " Archie was a true gentleman and was well liked by all and will be greatly missed.

"Our deepest sympathy and condolence goes to his family and friends at this very sad time."

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