Leicester MP says Richard III will remain in the city

MP for Leicester South, Jon Ashworth, has confidently stated that the remains of King Richard III will be buried in Leicester Cathedral, instead of York, where its MPs are campaigning to have him buried.

Jon Ashworth MP says he's pleased with today's outcome and welcomes York to 'come and visit' when the medieval king in reinterred.

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Richard III's head goes on tour

A facial reconstruction of King Richard III is on display in Leicester's Guildhall on the first stop of a nationwide tour.