The NHS was 72 years-old yesterday. It had been suggested that after clapping for key workers, neighbours should raise a glass or mug to toast them and each other. Not in any street anyway, with a torrential downpour at the appropriate moment! We want to express our thanks and support for NHS staff, social care staff and all other key workers, both during the pandemic and at other times, when they have tended to be ignored in favour of ‘celebrities’. Let’s hope (and lobby?) that they receive appropriate recompense and treatment in the future
Lord, you love and value everyone, but have a special concern for those who are weak, vulnerable, ignored. During this pandemic we have seen the importance of those whose contribution is usually ignored. Help us to keep that recognition as things hopefully improve