Tribute paid to ‘dedicated’ former Gedling borough councillor who has died

Tribute has been paid to a former council leader who served his community with ‘dedication and integrity’.

Alderman Gary Gregory sadly died on Tuesday (12).

Alderman Gregory had represented the Cavendish ward on Gedling Borough Council from May 2011 until November 2021.

During his time as a Councillor, Gary Gregory was a Cabinet Member, sitting as the Portfolio Holder for Community Development from January 2017 until November 2021. He was made an Honorary Aldermen of Gedling borough in September 2024.

As a sign of respect, and in accordance with the protocol following the death of an Alderman, the flags outside the Council’s Civic Centre will be flown at half mast and Councillors will hold a one minute silence at the next Full Council meeting.

Leader of Gedling Borough Council, Councillor John Clarke MBE said: “I am very sad to announce the death of Gary Gregory, former Councillor and Alderman of Gedling Borough Council.

Gary served our community with dedication and integrity, he will be missed by so many in the community where he worked for many years. On a personal note, I was proud to call him a friend. He was a fantastic Cabinet member and made an incredible contribution to the Council. My thoughts are with his family and especially his wife, Karen at this very difficult time.”