The Keighley-run Captain Sir Tom Moore Memorial Commission survey is now live and the commission, headed by local MP Robbie Moore, is asking residents to give their views. The aim of the Captain Sir Tom Moore Memorial Commission is to give Keighley residents a voice on how best to commemorate the life and achievements of Keighley-born Captain Sir Tom Moore.
Captain Sir Tom Moore, who sadly died at the start of last month, raised over ÂŁ38.9million (including gift aid) for NHS charities during the initial part of the Coronavirus pandemic. National tributes have been paid to Captain Sir Tom since his death.
The survey is designed to gather what type of memorial residents would like in the town, as well as garnering thoughts on a legacy project to help local young people. The commission’s first meeting was held last month and includes leading figures from around the town including Town Mayor Cllr Peter Corkindale, Airedale NHS Foundation Trust Head of Communications Katie Lister, University Academy Keighley Principal Jon Skur and Paul Moore, Chair of local business support group Keighley Made.
Commenting Keighley and Ilkley MP Robbie Moore said: “Captain Sir Tom Moore is truly a local hero and it is right that his legacy is honoured in his birth town. Captain Sir Tom brought as sense of hope and joy to so many people in what was a very dark time in our nation’s history. It is important therefore that a fitting tribute is made in honour of Captain Sir Tom Moore.
“It is equally important that Keighley residents have their say on this and that a memorial is not imposed on the town. That is why I have set up this commission to give Keighley residents ownership over a potential memorial. I hope that as many people as possible take part in the survey.”
Katie Lister, Head of Communications at Airedale NHS Foundation Trust said: “Here at Airedale we were deeply saddened by the death of Captain Sir Tom Moore. He was a legend, an inspiration to so many, and a true champion of the NHS. For all of us, during this extraordinarily difficult year, he stood for hope, perseverance and optimism. His legacy will live on in the support we’re able to give our teams, who work so hard to care for our patients and communities.
“We would encourage people to complete the survey to have their say about how we can all, together, honour our much-loved son of Keighley.”
Town Mayor Cllr Peter Corkindale said: “The whole of Keighley is incredibly proud of Sir Tom and it is important we recognise his achievements and continue his legacy. It is equally important the recognition has the support of Keighley residents, I would urge everyone to complete the survey and to ensure the commission hears your views and we find a legacy for Sir Tom that everyone can be pleased about.”
The survey is now closed.
