By UK marks second anniversary of first national lockdown
Events are being held across the UK today to mark the second anniversary of the first national Covid-19 lockdown.
People are being encouraged to shine a light or display flowers in their windows to mark the anniversary at 20:00 GMT.
Boris Johnson said those who died during the pandemic would “never be out of our hearts and minds”.
The prime minister said the toll the pandemic had taken around the world was “immeasurable”.
A minute’s silence was held at midday.
According to reports, there will also be an online map where people can pay tribute to their loved ones.
The day will be marked by more than 350 organizations.
The last remaining Covid restrictions in England were dropped at the end of February.
Latest government figures show there have been 163,929 deaths in the UK within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test.
According to reports, 92% of people aged 12 and over in the UK have had their first Covid vaccine dose, 86% have had their second, and 67% have had a booster.
An extra booster vaccination is now being offered to people aged 75 and over and certain other vulnerable groups.
