Mayor of London opens coronavirus memorial in east London

The speaker expresses gratitude to the audience and reflects on the challenging period of the COVID-19 pandemic in London. They discuss the impact on the city and its people, sharing personal experiences and emphasizing the importance of remembering the over 19,000 Londoners lost to the virus. A memorial garden with 33 trees, representing each borough and the City of London, serves as a tribute to those who have passed. The speaker concludes with a call to cherish the memories of the lost.

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