Kieron Hill's parents say they are proud their son is being honoured by the new development
A block of flats in Nottingham has been named after a local soldier who was killed in an explosion in Afghanistan.The 20-year-old died while on patrol near Garmsir in Helmand province in May 2009.The one-bedroom apartments have been built on the site of the former Southchurch garages, off Hamilton Court.Ms Holmes said: "For any bereaved parents, it is important to keep their children’s memory alive."That’s important to me. I don’t ever want him to be forgotten.
“We’re very proud that a brave soldier that gave his life is being honoured and his name will live on forever," he said. Nottingham City Council said Kieron Hill Court would help to ease the "very significant pressures" on housing in the city.“This building is for a particular need and it is affordable housing.More on this story
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