Tributes paid to soldier who died in North Yorkshire

Tributes have been paid to a soldier who died at Catterick Garrison in North Yorkshire at the end of November.

The Ministry of Defence says Private Josh Kennington died in a "non-operational" incident on the 24th.

Private Kennington's family have described him as "kind and compassionate" and said he was "always having time for others and putting them first constantly striving to push himself to be better."

In a further tribute, Major Tony Morgan – Officer Commanding 35 Squadron, 5 Medical Regiment said "Private Josh Kennington was a young and popular member of 35 Medical Squadron.

"He had only been with the Squadron for a short time, but his good humoured and likeable nature made him an instant hit."

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