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Alfie Evans' father appeals for privacy in order to build a bridge with hospital


The parents of Alfie Evans have issued the following statement which was read by his father Tom Evans last night.

I wish to make a statement on behalf of myself and Kate.

Our lives have been turned upside down by the intense focus on Alfie and his situation.

Our little family, along with Alder Hey, has become the centre of attention for many people around the world and it has meant we have not been able to live our lives as we would like.

We are very grateful and we appreciate all the support we have received from around the world, including form our Italian and Polish supporters, who have dedicated their time and support to our incredible fight.

We would now ask you to return back to your everyday lives and allow myself, Kate and Alder Hey to form a relationship, build a bridge and walk across it.

We also wish to thank Alder Hey staff at every level for their dignity and professionalism during what must be an incredibly difficult time for them too.

Together we recognise the strains recent events have put upon us all, and we now wish for privacy for everyone concerned.

In Alfie's interests we will work with his treating team on a plan that provides our boy with the dignity and comfort he needs.

From this point onwards there will be no more statements issued, or interviews given.

We hope you respect this.

Tom's comments followed an emotional night as he and Kate stayed with their son, while crowds were gathered outside Alder Hey Hospital, and prayers were said around the world including a candle-lit vigil in St Peter's Square at the Vatican.


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