Covid-19 - Ceremony
of Remembrance and Reflection
25.05.22
ON Sunday, May 22nd, the
Donegal Community Forum held a ceremony of Remembrance
and Reflection in the Diamond, Lifford to remember those
who lost their lives during the Covid-19 pandemic. The
ceremony was hosted by the Cathaoirleach of Donegal
County Council, Cllr Jack Murray and paid tribute to the
community and state agencies who together faced the
challenges of Covid.
Following addresses by the Cathaoirleach Jack Murray and
Donegal County Council Chief Executive John G.
McLaughlin, a wreath was laid and a moment of reflection
took place with participation by representatives of
Civil Defence, Youth, Traveller and Black and Ethnic
Minority Communities. |
 |
|
A photographic exhibition
of images submitted by the public, community groups and
state agencies was also opened. This exhibition will
visit each of the Donegal County Council public services
centres in the coming weeks and will then be submitted
to the County Museum for retention as part of their
History in the Making – Donegal’s Covid-19 Story. |
|
Cathaoirleach, Cllr Jack
Murray, said: “This event is a time to reflect on the
last two years and the impact it has had on all our
lives. It gives us an opportunity to remember those who
have lost their lives during the pandemic and the
families they have left behind. We also pay tribute to
all the frontline workers across all sectors of society
for their commitment and outstanding efforts throughout
the pandemic”. |
|
John G. McLaughlin, Chief
Executive, Donegal County Council, said: “I am grateful
for the opportunity to express our gratitude to all of
the agencies who made up the Donegal Community Forum for
their work to ensure that all actions and supports
necessary were delivered to the people of the county
throughout the pandemic. As we emerge from the pandemic,
I know that the people of the county truly recognise the
value of our essential workers and have an increased
confidence in the strong bonds that exists throughout
our communities”. |
|
