00:00At one point or another, each and every one of us will benefit from the care and protection
00:05provided by our emergency services. Their courage and selfless dedication to their work
00:11is something that this country is rightly very proud of. This year, more than ever,
00:17we have been repeatedly reminded of the sacrifices made by all those in the emergency responder
00:22community as they worked tirelessly to protect us against COVID-19 and keep the country going
00:28in the most challenging circumstances. Having had the privilege of working alongside emergency
00:34responders, I have always been struck by their remarkable can-do attitude in the face of even
00:40the gravest of emergencies. They showcase the very best that our country has to offer,
00:46and this is never more apparent than at times like these. Tragically, some will pay the ultimate price
00:53as a result of their efforts in the line of duty, while others will experience lasting effects on
00:59their physical health or mental wellbeing. We all have a responsibility to do what we can to support
01:05this community and to remember their efforts to keep us safe, as well as the many sacrifices made
01:11by both them and their families, which is why today's service is so important. On behalf of my family,
01:17I want to thank you all. Your hard work, your determination and your courage are a tremendous
01:24source of pride for our country, and we will be forever grateful for all that you do.
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