A national day of reflection marks two years since the first national lockdown on March 23, 2020.
The UK will take a break at midday on Wednesday to remember those who have died of Covid during the pandemic as part of events organized by end-of-life charity Marie Curie.
A minute of silence will be observed nationwide at noon on March 23, 2022.
People are also encouraged to shine a light or display flowers in their windows at 8 p.m.
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There is an online map with virtual reflection walls where people can pay their respects to their loved ones.
Landmarks across the UK will be illuminated in yellow, including the Gherkin in the City of London, the Senedd in Cardiff, Glasgow Central Station and Belfast City Hall.
More than 350 organizations participate in the event.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said: “Those lost to Covid will never be out of our hearts and minds, and today we reflect as a nation.
“The toll of this pandemic across the world is immeasurable. The National Day of Reflection is an opportunity to come together, mourn and offer our collective support and condolences to all who are grieving.
“It’s also an opportunity to thank everyone who took care of us throughout the race.
“I have seen with my own eyes the heroic efforts of NHS staff and I salute them, the bereavement counsellors, charity workers, friends and families, as we stop to remember those we have lost.”
The Very Reverend John Dobson Dean of Ripon lights a candle to mark the second anniversary of the first nationwide coronavirus lockdown at Ripon Cathedral in North Yorkshire ahead of the National Day of Reflection on Wednesday (PA)
Labor leader Sir Keir Starmer said the spirit and generosity shown by charities, community and faith groups “are exemplary examples of British values”.
He said his thoughts are with those who have lost loved ones, adding: “As we emerge from the pandemic, we must not forget the long tail of grief it leaves and the profound impact it has had. had on all of us.
“For so many, life is now permanently altered, and we will not forget that.”
According to data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on Tuesday, a total of 188,078 deaths have occurred in the UK where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate.
Ruth May, NHS England’s chief nursing officer, said she was ‘eternally grateful and proud’ of all that health and care staff have achieved.
She said: ‘I have seen NHS staff across the country tackle the task at hand, provide the best possible care for their patients and support each other through very difficult times.
“That’s why it’s so important that we come together and reflect as a nation on the impact Covid-19 has had on all of us, especially those who are no longer with us.”
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Source: www.times-series.co.uk
This notice was published: 2022-03-23 00:01:00
