Not a man to be discounted: Sir Ken Morrison honoured (click image for video)
The Life President of Morrisons supermarkets has been awarded Bradford's highest honour. Sir Ken Morrison will become an Honorary Freeman of the City.
Previous recipients of the title have included the artist David Hockney, the Black Dyke Band and the novelist and playwright J.B . Priestley.
Leader of Bradford Council Ian Greenwood told BCB Sir Ken has made a significant contribution to the city over many years.
"He's a man who's one of the most prominent Bradfordians alive. He's always shown a loyalty to the city, and been an advocate for the city" he said.
"He's always located his headquarters here, and kept it here when he was under pressure a number of years ago to move, and he has been highly successful within the city and across the country"
Report & Video: Cat Marr
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