York House will join national landmarks in turning blue for the 72nd anniversary of the NHS and to remember those who have died during the coronavirus pandemic.

The building on Richmond Road will be lit up blue, the colour of the National Health Service, across both days of this weekend (July 4 and 5).

Saturday will bring a moment for remembrance and reflection for those we have lost during the Covid-19 crisis.

Residents can place an LED light or torch in their window or on their doorstep in a chance for the nation to come together and pay respects. The intiative has been organised by the Together coalition.

On Sunday, July 5, the day the NHS was founded, the whole country is invited to come together at 5pm to applaud all those who have been helping us through the pandemic and recognise the vital community connections that continue to support us all.

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York House, a 17th century building, is the home of Richmond Council.

Council leader Cllr Gareth Roberts said: "We stand together with the NHS and are proud to pay tribute to everything our NHS colleagues and all those care workers and volunteers who have done over the last few months.

"It's particularly important to remember those who have lost their lives helping others during this crisis that has hit our way of life hard."