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The latest official government figures show that more than 100,000 people have now died with coronavirus in the UK.
This morning, we pay tribute to all those who have died and to those who have been left behind. With their families’ permission, here are just some of their stories.
Maria Rico
Maria Rico from Leicestershire died at the age of 76 on the 1st of November. Maria s family say she was an amazing person and an incredible grandmother who was never too busy to play with her grandchildren. Her daughter Anabel remembers her mum as a great light in the family.
Tributes to NHS staff and care workers who have died during the Covid-19 pandemic. (PA) At least 220 NHS staff and care workers have been identified after dying with coronavirus. The figure is likely to be higher than those identified in the list as the country endures a third national lockdown amid a rapid increase in coronavirus cases across the UK. Through tributes from loved ones and confirmation through sources such as local NHS trusts and other authorities, the PA news agency has confirmed the names of health and social care workers who have died after contracting Covid-19 since March 11 2020. This chronological list contains people who were working in roles shortly before their deaths where they were likely to come into contact with patients.