Devon pays tribute to Captain Sir Tom Moore
He died in hospital at the age of 100 having recently tested positive for COVID-19
Last updated 3rd Feb 2021
Tributes have been pouring in for Sir Captain Tom Moore, who has died at the age of 100.
The NHS fundraising hero died yesterday after recently testing positive for coronavirus.
Landmarks have been lit up in red, white and blue and the flags at Downing Street have flown at half-mast.
Devon County Council were one of many who paid tribute to the former veteran.
Plymouth City Council will also be flying the city's Union Flags at half-mast in Sir Tom's honour.
"He inspired and helped us all understand that we each have our own part to play in this pandemic. Heroism does not have to be front line and Captain Tom showed how much power one person has to do good in the world, even from their own back garden. I send my deepest condolences to his family and friends, the nation has lost a hero."
Councillor Tudor Evans - Leader of Plymouth City Council
Tributes for Captain Tom have been pouring in from the people of Devon following his death - including from some the county's MPs.
Devon and Cornwall Police also say they are "very sad the hear" the news of his passing.
Royalty, celebrities and even the White House have also payed tribute to the 100-year-old veteran - the Queen will be sending a private message of condolence to his family.
Her Majesty said she "very much enjoyed meeting Captain Sir Tom and his family at Windsor last year".
The Royal Family say "her thoughts and those of the Royal Family are with them".
Captain Sir Tom Moore raised more than £32 million for the NHS by walking 100 laps of his garden before his 100th birthday last year.