Tributes are today being paid to Bradford soldier Chris Kershaw who has been described by his commanding officer as “A true Yorkshire Warrior”.

Private Kershaw, 19, was a former pupil of Hanson School and was one of six soldiers who died in an explosion in southern Afghanistan yesterday.

The Telegraph & Argus has opened this Book of Condolence. We invite you to leave your messages and tributes to Private Kershaw below.