London Mayor Says ‘Lessons Must Be Learned’ After ‘Devastating’ Deaths Of Healthcare Workers

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has said it was “devastating” to hear more than 200 healthcare workers have been named following their deaths after contracting COVID-19.

PA news agency confirmed the names of the 200 NHS workers who died after contracting COVID-19 since 11 March.

“My heart goes out to all of their family, friends and colleagues,” Mr Khan said.

“I fear that the number who have lost their lives is much higher than this, and that those from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds have been disproportionately affected.

“We owe them all a great deal of gratitude for their selfless dedication, but lessons must be learned so that our health and care staff are given all the support they need so that they can safely do their vital work to protect Londoners.”