Sir Patrick Moore dies aged 89
Astronomer Sir Patrick Moore died today aged 89, a group of his friends and staff said. The broadcaster "passed away peacefully at 12.25pm this afternoon", at his home in Selsey, West Sussex.
UKIP leader's tribute to 'friend and inspiration' Sir Patrick Moore
The UKIP leader Nigel Farage has said:
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