Reflections of an Apology

Title: Reflections of an Apology

In the hallowed halls of inquiry’s embrace,
A statesman steps forward, remorse on his face.
Boris Johnson, once Prime Minister esteemed,
Begins his repentance, a soul unredeemed.

A pandemic unforgiving, hearts filled with despair,
As COVID-19 ravaged, leaving nations impaired.
Mistakes were made, decisions ill-informed,
Now he stands humbled, repenting all he’d performed.

Words trickle forth, burdened with weight,
An apology extended, an attempt to mitigate.
With candor and contrition, he bears his regret,
Hoping for forgiveness, seeking answers yet.

An admission of errors, a leader’s stark refrain,
Lessons learned in anguish, from arrogance and disdain.
The panel’s gaze piercing, questioning his deeds,
As his promises of betterment sprout like noble seeds.

But an apology alone cannot heal the scars,
For lives that were lost, and shattered hopes which mar,
Yet in this moment, humility’s found,
Seeking redemption, on common ground.

For accountability remains the true test,
To mend broken trust and restore impeded zest.
As future governments rise, let these words impart,
Learn from these solemn lessons, etched upon our hearts.

Keywords: apology, inquiry panel, pandemic, mistakes, accountability, redemption