Statement from the Council Leader on the death of Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Kent

Cllr Anthony Okereke, Leader of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, said:  

“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Kent. On behalf of the Royal Borough of Greenwich, we extend our deepest sympathies to the Royal Family at this difficult time.  

“As a sign of respect, we would usually lower our Union Flag flown outside the Town Hall to half-mast however due to building works no flags can currently be flown."