Bradford will commemorate the first anniversary of the death of Diana, Princess of Wales, on Bank Holiday Monday by unveiling a plaque in Centenary Square dedicated to her life and work.

At exactly 11am, following a short memorial service, the bells of the City Hall will chime Elton John's ballad Candle in the Wind, which became a multi-million charity fundraiser after being played at her funeral.

The Union Flag will fly at half-mast from City Hall and other council offices as a gesture of respect.

The Lord Mayor, Coun Tony Miller, will dedicate a memorial tree.

"We felt it was important to mark the first anniversary of Diana's death because of the enormous public grief expressed at the time of last year's tragedy.," he said.

"Diana touched so many people's hearts that it is only fitting to provide a focal point in the heart of the city where flowers can be laid and a tree will grow as a lasting memory of her life."

The event is expected to be well supported, despite a sponsored charity walk in London at the weekend which saw only 300 people turn up out of an anticipated crowd of thousands.

At least 50 invited guests are expected to show up in Centenary Square, said Civic Affairs Manager, Loraine Shaw.

"I would be very surprised if not many people turned up, especially with it being a Bank Holiday," she said.

"Bradford is a very warm, caring place and if the interest in signing the Books of Condolences when Princess Diana died is anything to go by, this should be very popular."

The tree to be dedicated in Centenary Square will join 36 - one for each year of the Princess's life - which have already been planted across the district.

It is hoped that the area around the memorial tree will become a focal point for people who want to pay their respects and leave tributes.

The service will be led by the Lord Mayor's Chaplain, Father Michael Sullivan.

It will be open to the public and attended by a multi-faith congregation of community leaders and council members.

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