Day of reflection (Marie Curie)

It seems incredible that next week marks 12 months since the announcement of the very first “lockdown”. I don’t think any of us appreciated the scale and enormity of the impact it would have on our lives. This is the time to reflect on the sadness that so many have experienced and continue to experience having lost loved ones or have had their physical or mental health affected by the pandemic. We need each other more than ever.

It is important that we commemorate this tragic loss of life by coming together to remember them. To reflect on the past 12 months, we are asking you to participate in Marie Curie's national day of reflection with a minute's silence at 12 noon on 23 March. The day of reflection<https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/about-the-council/coronavirus-information/a-day-of-reflection> allows us to reflect on our own experiences, remember those who have lost their lives and look ahead to a brighter tomorrow.

We also encourage you to light a candle at 8pm on 23 March in memory of those who have passed away due to COVID-19 and to show support and heartfelt sympathy to those who are grieving.

You can find out about other ways of marking the day by visiting Marie Curie's website<http://www.mariecurie.org.uk/get-involved/day-of-reflection>.