A campaign launched to give Exeter lad and Coldplay frontman Freedom of the city is gaining support – including from the man himself.
The award-winning supergroup frontman Chris Martin said the bid was great on an aAmerican radio interview earlier this month.
The campaign is gathering support for Chris' home city of Exeter to recognise his achievements and has now reached 500 supporters.
The bid that was launched on facebook under the banner 'Chris Martin for Freedom of Exeter Award'.
Those behind the campaign have attempted to enlist the support of Exeter MP Ben Bradshaw, the Lord Mayor Percy Prowse and other members of Exeter City Council.
Ben Bradshaw MP will be making representations on behalf of the campaign and the Lord Mayor Of Exeter has said he will be putting it to the leaders of Exeter City Council at the next meeting.
The page states: "Chris Martin, lead singer of Coldplay, is yet to be recognised by his hometown. Please like this page so we can bring it to the attention of Exeter City Council."
Chris Martin was brought up in Whitestone near Exeter and returned in 2009 for a special home-coming concert at Exeter Castle.
The award dates back to the 13th century and recent recipients include civic dignitaries such as David Morrish, who stood down after 50 years in 2011, historic figures such as Lord Nelson and military regiments with links to the city.
