Eventually it was concluded that a statue would fit the bill and Francis Williamson was given the commission which was wrought in marble and unveiled in front of the Council House by John Bright MP on 15 June 1883.
Eventually it was decided that a statue would be erected, and Francis Williamson was given the commission. Wrought in marble and sited in front of the Council House, in Council House Square, it was unveiled by John Bright MP on 15 June 1883.