Tributes are being paid to a former head of the British Army who was educated at Stamford School.
General Sir Mike Jackson was 80 and led the force through the Iraq War as part of a long career after beginning with the Parachute Regiment in the late 60s.

201 bus route affected by road closure in Stamford
Road safety improvements on the A43
Feasibility study to establish a museum at Stamford Town Hall
Seven week consultation now under way for Local Government Reorganisation
Police officers save man's life in Uppingham
Concerns about several buildings and sites around Stamford
Benedict's Law takes a step forward
Kilnside Energy Park no longer being developed
Police warn of doorstep scam
Benedict's Law to be debated in the House of Lords
Oakham Library now open
Weekend sports round up