Council shows respect for Bradley Lowery

Published Monday, 10th July 2017

HARTLEPOOL Council has lowered the flag outside the Civic Centre as a mark of respect following the recent sad death of Bradley Lowery.

The six-year-old from neighbouring Blackhall passed away last Friday (7 July) following a long battle with neuroblastoma.

Civic Centre flag

The Civic Centre flag at half-mast.

Councillor Christopher Akers-Belcher, the Leader of Hartlepool Borough Council, said: “Bradley Lowery touched so many hearts in his short life and was an incredibly brave little boy.

“His battle against the odds and his determination to pack so much into his short life should be an inspiration to us all.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with Bradley’s family and friends at this sad time, and as a mark of respect the flag has been lowered outside the Civic Centre.”

The flag will remain lowered until after Bradley’s funeral on Friday 14 July.