Colonel Tom Moore is to be given the Freedom of the City of London in the first virtual ceremony in the history of the tradition, which dates back to 1237.
The 100-year-old who raised nearly £33 million for the NHS, is to be honoured on Tuesday 12th May with the ceremony livestreamed on the City of London Corporation’s YouTube channel.
The Lord Mayor, William Russel, who nominate Colonel Moore for the accolade said: “My colleagues and I were touched greatly by Captain Moore’s inspirational efforts to support the NHS and impressed by his remarkable achievement, his commitment to this cause, and the sheer generosity of his supporters.”
Dr Peter Kane, the Chamberlain of London who will lead the ceremony, said: “It will be my privilege to conduct Captain Tom Moore’s ceremony, mindful that this extraordinary gentleman will now be making headlines in the City of London for taking part in our first ‘virtual’ ceremony.”
