TRIBUTES have been paid to council stalwart Zoya Faddy (pictured) who has died.

A long-standing town and district Liberal Democrat councillor, she was a well-known and respected.

District Liberal Democrat chairman Michael Croucher said the recently retired council “stalwart” had “a determination and dedication to help people from all walks of life”. “She will be sadly missed,” he said. “Her funeral will be at Basingstoke Crematorium on May 23 at 2pm.

“An event will be held in July to celebrate her life. Email [email protected].”