A service to remember 56 football fans who died in Bradford in 1985 will take place in the city.
The memorial service was moved online during the pandemic but flowers were laid at the sculpture in Centenary Square
A memorial service to remember 56 football fans who died in the Bradford City fire is due to be held in person for the first time in three years. The Bantams were playing Lincoln City at Valley Parade when the blaze killed 54 Bradford fans and two Lincoln supporters on 11 May 1985.The service at the memorial sculpture in Centenary Square is due to start at 11:00 BST, the council said.
Among those expected to attend include representatives from both clubs as well as family and friends of the victims. Lord mayor of Bradford Shabir Hussain said: "It is important to the city and district that we take time to remember those who were affected and those who continue to be affected by the tragic events on 11 May 1985.
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