Covid-19 Day of Reflection marked in Buckinghamshire

Buckinghamshire Council will join communities across the UK in marking the Covid-19 Day of Reflection on Sunday 8 March - a national moment to remember those who died, reflect on the pandemic’s impact and honour the efforts of health and care staff, key workers, researchers and volunteers.

Residents were invited to a quiet morning of reflection at Stoke Poges Memorial Gardens on Thursday 5 March. The event included short readings and reflections shared by Jenny Ricketts (Buckinghamshire NHS Chief Nurse), Cllr Steven Broadbent (Leader of Buckinghamshire Council) and Arif Hussain (Chair of Buckinghamshire Faiths Forum).

As part of the commemoration, Buckinghamshire Archives is inviting residents and key workers to contribute to Covid‑19 Reflections, a countywide collection of personal experiences to preserve for future generations. Submissions can be made online, and printed forms are also available via the Archives and in libraries.

Steven Broadbent, Leader of Buckinghamshire Council, said:

“The Day of Reflection is a time for our county to pause and remember the people we lost, and to recognise those still living with the lasting effects of the pandemic.

“The pandemic affected people and communities in different ways, and I hope residents will join us whether at a community event or in a quiet moment at home. And, if they feel able, share their experiences with our Archives so future generations understand what we lived through.”

Residents can browse or add activities and spaces for reflection via the national listings.