Scots are being urged to 'Clap for Tom' tonight following the death of Captain Sir Tom Moore.
The World War Two veteran was dubbed a 'national inspiration' when when he raised over £33 million for NHS Charities during lockdown by walking 100 laps of his garden.
He died aged 100 on Tuesday in Bedford Hospital after being admitted for Covid-19.
Leading figures paid tribute to Captain Sir Tom's efforts, with The Queen sending a private message of condolence to his family last night.
Now, members of the public are suggesting a round of applause on Wednesday to mark the veteran's passing.
The hashtag #ClapForTom began trending yesterday evening on Twitter, as people sought to give their own tribute to veteran.
An organiser said: "Let’s all unite, as a nation and remember all he did for us many moons ago and more recently. "
The tribute would join those made by public representatives and celebrities.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon tweeted: "Such sad news. RIP Captain."
Buckingham Palace released a tribute to Captain Tom, "recognising the inspiration he provided for the whole nation and others across the world".
Number 10 Downing Street flew the Union flag at half-mast to mark the fundraising veteran's passing.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson also released a statement, hailing the veteran "a hero in the truest sense of the word."
On Tuesday evening, the White House also paid tribute to Captain Tom, tweeting: "We join the United Kingdom and the world in honoring the memory of Captain Sir Tom Moore, who inspired millions through his life and his actions.”
His daughters said they "shared laughter and tears" with their father in their final few hours together.
