Highland Council supports tomorrow's National Day of Reflection organised by Marie Curie to remember those in Ross-shire and the rest of the region who have died during the coronavirus pandemic
Register for free to read more of the latest local news. It's easy and will only take a moment.
Highland Council is supporting a national day to remember those who have died during the Covid-19 pandemic and to show support for everyone who has been bereaved.
Spearheaded by end of life charity Marie Curie, and set to take place tomorrow – the anniversary of the UK going into the first national lockdown – the council is committed to supporting the National Day of Reflection alongside a host of other organisations who are backing the day.
The National Day of Reflection will give the nation and communities a moment to remember, grieve and celebrate everyone who has died during this time and show support for families, friends and colleagues who are grieving.
Locally, Highland Council will participate in a minute’s silence at noon on Tuesday, March 23, and the Ness Bridge, in Inverness will be lit up in yellow in the evening in support of Marie Curie National Day of Reflection.
Matthew Reed, Marie Curie's chief executive, said: “The National Day of Reflection on March 23 gives us a moment to reflect, remember and celebrate the lives of everyone that has died, as well as show our support to family, friends and colleagues who are bereaved during these challenging times – from Covid and other causes.”
Councillor Bill Lobban, the convener of Highland Council, said: “Highland Council is inviting colleagues, the public, staff, and local communities to take a minute to reflect at 12 noon on the National Day of Reflection on March 23 for those who have died during the pandemic; and take a moment to connect with someone who has been bereaved.”
To find out more about the National Day of Reflection and how to get involved visit here.
