FORMER Greenwich Mayor Tony Moon has died, aged 71.

The former Labour councillor represented the Vanbrugh ward from 1990-1998, and was mayor between 1995/6.

Present mayor Councillor Jagir Sekhon stated her shock at her predecessor's passing.

She said: β€œIt is with great sadness that I learned of Tony's death. He was not only an invaluable asset to the council but also a very good friend. He will be a great loss.”

Mr Moon's family have asked for donations to be made to the British Heart Foundation, 14 Fitz Hardinge Street, London, W1 6DH.