FabSwingers.com forum: Today there is clapping for the carers.

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

It is every thursday and it starts 8pm tonight, as the nation come together once again as part of the clap for our carers campaign, it is about about recognising the efforts of the nhs workers fighting the coronavirus pandemic every day, are you also going to be clapping? I will

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By *ouple in LancashireCouple
over a year ago

in Lancashire

No..

My hands were sore after last week so looking for my whistle..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I will be clapping, I feel showing some appreciation is the least I can to

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod
over a year ago

East Sussex

I will but I won't let it distract me from the scandalous lack of ppe for them.

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By *oneyjule65Couple
over a year ago

Halifax

Absolutely going to clap again

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Banging a pan with a wooden spoon!! Easier on the overwashed hands!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

To be honest I think this clapping for this and clapping for that in quite ridiculous.

If you want to show your appreciation there's far better ways of doing so than being like a bloody seal on your doorstep.

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By *ools and the brainCouple
over a year ago

couple, us we him her.

"To be honest I think this clapping for this and clapping for that in quite ridiculous.

If you want to show your appreciation there's far better ways of doing so than being like a bloody seal on your doorstep. "

Such as?

Look my Mrs is a nurse and she's terrified she goes to work every day wondering if this will be the day she's exposed to the virus.

So when the clapping idea started we reluctantly stood outside waiting to clap, suddenly the whole area came alive with a cacophony of noise which actually made her cry .

So you see whilst you may think it's pointless it's very much appreciated by some who would didn't realise how much people appreciate what they are doing.

Also it's very important for everyone's mental well-being knowing that everyone is still out there we are not alone and all in this together.

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By *atelotmanMan
over a year ago

Chatham

I will be on my doorstep tonight an every Thursday evening,clapping like a bloody seal as it was put.

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By *ittleAcornMan
over a year ago

visiting the beach

I will, it's been good to see/hear the clapping growing every week.

I'll also be "Wanking for Workers" later, to show my support.

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By *aastyKnixWoman
over a year ago

Liverpool

"To be honest I think this clapping for this and clapping for that in quite ridiculous.

If you want to show your appreciation there's far better ways of doing so than being like a bloody seal on your doorstep.

Such as?

Look my Mrs is a nurse and she's terrified she goes to work every day wondering if this will be the day she's exposed to the virus.

So when the clapping idea started we reluctantly stood outside waiting to clap, suddenly the whole area came alive with a cacophony of noise which actually made her cry .

So you see whilst you may think it's pointless it's very much appreciated by some who would didn't realise how much people appreciate what they are doing.

Also it's very important for everyone's mental well-being knowing that everyone is still out there we are not alone and all in this together."

I was starting to think that the thursday night clapping was a gesture that became a little more watered down, a little more meaningless with each repetition.

Having read the above post, I realise I was wrong. I hope we never stop showing our appreciation in whatever way we can.

I will certainly be on the doorstep this evening, clapping enthusiastically.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Clap. And when that's over pay these heroes what they deserve! Clapping is nice but you can't buy groceries with it. We can't clap them today and exploit them tomorrow.

Danger pay for frontline NHS workers!

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By *itonmyfacebookMan
over a year ago

Burton on Trent

The marvelous NHS in a class of their own very much getting the vibe on these forums that anyone else who's still working is doing so because they're lowlife scumbags regardless.

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By *wisted999Man
over a year ago

North Bucks

Deffo.

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By *itonmyfacebookMan
over a year ago

Burton on Trent

"I will, it's been good to see/hear the clapping growing every week.

I'll also be "Wanking for Workers" later, to show my support."

That's a long shot but sure it's appreciated by some.

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod
over a year ago

East Sussex

"Clap. And when that's over pay these heroes what they deserve! Clapping is nice but you can't buy groceries with it. We can't clap them today and exploit them tomorrow.

Danger pay for frontline NHS workers!"

Yes!

My family member who's a critical care professional described themselves as "nothing special" today. I beg to differ.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"To be honest I think this clapping for this and clapping for that in quite ridiculous.

If you want to show your appreciation there's far better ways of doing so than being like a bloody seal on your doorstep.

Such as?

Look my Mrs is a nurse and she's terrified she goes to work every day wondering if this will be the day she's exposed to the virus.

So when the clapping idea started we reluctantly stood outside waiting to clap, suddenly the whole area came alive with a cacophony of noise which actually made her cry .

So you see whilst you may think it's pointless it's very much appreciated by some who would didn't realise how much people appreciate what they are doing.

Also it's very important for everyone's mental well-being knowing that everyone is still out there we are not alone and all in this together."

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Frying pan and wooden spoon at the ready.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I think it was great the first week, I think really though people should show them a bit more appreciation generally and hopefully will long after this is over, as someone who spends a lot of time attending hospital appointments over the past few years with my son I’ve sadly seen the terrible way some people behave towards healthcare workers far too often

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My son and me will be clapping again tonight,and my daughter and her partner will be clapping also outside their's.

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By *rotic-TouchTV/TS
over a year ago

doncaster

I will be clapping again tonight for all the essential keyworkers who are going out to work to keep the country going X

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Can I have a clap too please. I work from home and it's a right old struggle to concentrate. Hopefully generating a bit of income tax and VAT to help pay for all those ventilators and staff etc.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If you are still paying you VAT then you are a better man than I sir. I salute you as a true patriot!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Well you're right there mate. It's not my business so guess you have me there. I was just trying to say there are probably quite a few people battling away, unsung heroes that are doing their best to keep their shit together. It is hard trying to work normally and not feel real stress because you are working in such a strange new world that sometimes I just think. What's the fucking point. it's all going to go pear shaped. This new paradym is unsustainable for any great length of time. Sorry going off thread but it is hard to concentrate as I said.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'll clap for sure, it's the very least I could do

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By *itonmyfacebookMan
over a year ago

Burton on Trent

"Well you're right there mate. It's not my business so guess you have me there. I was just trying to say there are probably quite a few people battling away, unsung heroes that are doing their best to keep their shit together. It is hard trying to work normally and not feel real stress because you are working in such a strange new world that sometimes I just think. What's the fucking point. it's all going to go pear shaped. This new paradym is unsustainable for any great length of time. Sorry going off thread but it is hard to concentrate as I said."

Still working f/t. It's like the company are expecting workers to carry on like nothing's any different. Also 2 teenage sons who aren't coping with no school and lockdown very well to support when not at work.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

It starts soon. I will be standing on the balcony and clap for them

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

no.

because around here people seem to be using any sort of clapping to party and stand next to each other completely breaking the rules in place to stop the fucking spread.

hypocritics

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By *unloversCouple
over a year ago

rotherham

It’s for us keyworkers as well as the carers

Xxxx

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By *unloversCouple
over a year ago

rotherham

"I will be clapping again tonight for all the essential keyworkers who are going out to work to keep the country going X "

Thank you

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"It’s for us keyworkers as well as the carers

Xxxx"

A big clap for you my lovely

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"It’s for us keyworkers as well as the carers

Xxxx"
That is also good it is for the key workers too x.

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By *ornyhappyCouple
over a year ago

perth

The kids & I will be out clapping and cheering to show our appreciation for all of the key workers but especially for all the NHS staff, ambulance staff & carers who are on the frontline, potentially exposed to the virus due to inadequate PPE, helping care for covid19 patients. We will be out every Thursday at 8 until this is over.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"To be honest I think this clapping for this and clapping for that in quite ridiculous.

If you want to show your appreciation there's far better ways of doing so than being like a bloody seal on your doorstep. "

With you there. I'm showing my appreciation by sticking to the lockdown and social distancing rules. I might pop out for a run just before 8 though, let everyone clap me

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By *itonmyfacebookMan
over a year ago

Burton on Trent

"It’s for us keyworkers as well as the carers

Xxxx

A big clap for you my lovely

xx"

I don't think it is.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"To be honest I think this clapping for this and clapping for that in quite ridiculous.

If you want to show your appreciation there's far better ways of doing so than being like a bloody seal on your doorstep. "

I agree. I wont be doing it this time

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By *exyCouple999Couple
over a year ago

South Bucks

We'll be clapping and not only for the NHS - also for the fact that Boris has just been moved out of ICU. Great news that we can all applaud together folks !

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"We'll be clapping and not only for the NHS - also for the fact that Boris has just been moved out of ICU. Great news that we can all applaud together folks !"

I'll applaud that too

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"We'll be clapping and not only for the NHS - also for the fact that Boris has just been moved out of ICU. Great news that we can all applaud together folks !"

I will be clapping for the NHS and carers tonight , I hope Boris gets well soon but he certainly doesn’t deserve a round of applause, you can’t compare the two .

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"The marvelous NHS in a class of their own very much getting the vibe on these forums that anyone else who's still working is doing so because they're lowlife scumbags regardless."

Anyone doing an essential job should be applauded

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Frying pan and wooden spoon at the ready. "

Are you making an omelette

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Get ready everyone, it is almost time to do it

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

It is 8pm. I have started to clap and I am standing on the balcony

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool

Clapping and fireworks here.

Bit more popular than the boris one for some reason.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

I have now finished clapping. I did it for about 5min, until next week

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By *hrista BellendWoman
over a year ago

surrounded by twinkly lights

All the cruise ships docked here sounded the horns as well

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By *ittleAcornMan
over a year ago

visiting the beach

The container ships and others in the port joined in tonight...

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"All the cruise ships docked here sounded the horns as well

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That is good and here the ambulance sounded their alarms

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

All the neighbours out! We only see each other at 8pm on a Thursday now

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Something I'll hopefully do for next time, was clapping on my day off for my colleagues, but if I'm on shift, think I might just fire up the siren for them :P

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Something I'll hopefully do for next time, was clapping on my day off for my colleagues, but if I'm on shift, think I might just fire up the siren for them :P"

Go for it!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I would be quite offended if some of the people I’ve seen comments from on here clapped.

Double standards seem rife

Save your energy it’s wasted on me because there is no humanity behind it.

I’ve had many thanks the past week doing the job I do, much as it’s nice it doesn’t change the fact I’m petrified leaving the house. It’s not going to change my anxiety levels nor will it change my pay packed because I’m classed as an unskilled worker.

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By *iss_tressWoman
over a year ago

London

Personally don't see the point. They're doing a sterling job in the face of adversity, but clapping achieves what?

Give them a proper wage and the protection they need, lobby for that and leave the clapping to a crowd to seals.

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By *iss_tressWoman
over a year ago

London

"I would be quite offended if some of the people I’ve seen comments from on here clapped.

Double standards seem rife

Save your energy it’s wasted on me because there is no humanity behind it.

Looks like we have similar thoughts!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"To be honest I think this clapping for this and clapping for that in quite ridiculous.

If you want to show your appreciation there's far better ways of doing so than being like a bloody seal on your doorstep.

Such as?

Look my Mrs is a nurse and she's terrified she goes to work every day wondering if this will be the day she's exposed to the virus.

So when the clapping idea started we reluctantly stood outside waiting to clap, suddenly the whole area came alive with a cacophony of noise which actually made her cry .

So you see whilst you may think it's pointless it's very much appreciated by some who would didn't realise how much people appreciate what they are doing.

Also it's very important for everyone's mental well-being knowing that everyone is still out there we are not alone and all in this together."

Well said!! I'm a nurse and it makes me very emotional when I see and hear my neighbours clapping after I've had a busy day, wearing a bloody apron, gown, gloves and sometimes a visor and worked nearly 3 hours over my shift. It is very much appreciated at this very scary time.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I would be quite offended if some of the people I’ve seen comments from on here clapped.

Double standards seem rife

Save your energy it’s wasted on me because there is no humanity behind it.

Looks like we have similar thoughts!"

I think so possibly

The majority of my friends are nhs staff I feel for them all and would if asked go back to help without a second thought.

however I do find it patronising when ‘some’ have made comments about other job roles especially in the forum.

The nhs have one thing for the patients they are treating that is testing, they know when a specific covid patient is around or being brought in as a carer we don’t have that information so could walk blindly into a death trap.

I’m at just as much exposure to the infection too, we have even had to buy our own ppe equipment from the internet. Because we don’t need it as much as the nhs?!?!?

It saddens me that I’m so worthless in society and my job is so undervalued. When I’m reality

not many could do my job it would break them.

The clap thing is bollox why clap just for the nhs? What about the shop workers? Carers who are actually more at risk than nhs staff, lorry drivers.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"To be honest I think this clapping for this and clapping for that in quite ridiculous.

If you want to show your appreciation there's far better ways of doing so than being like a bloody seal on your doorstep.

Such as?

Look my Mrs is a nurse and she's terrified she goes to work every day wondering if this will be the day she's exposed to the virus.

So when the clapping idea started we reluctantly stood outside waiting to clap, suddenly the whole area came alive with a cacophony of noise which actually made her cry .

So you see whilst you may think it's pointless it's very much appreciated by some who would didn't realise how much people appreciate what they are doing.

Also it's very important for everyone's mental well-being knowing that everyone is still out there we are not alone and all in this together.

Well I'm glad you appreciate it, it is well deserved and a small way we can show our appreciation to you, thank you and take care x

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By *unscot44Man
over a year ago

Stepps (Glasgow)

I can only speak for myself but when i go out at 8pm i am clapping for all "key" workers. Yes the NHS staff are amazing but thanks to all those people who are working in stores & supermarkets, bin men, carers etc,

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"I would be quite offended if some of the people I’ve seen comments from on here clapped.

Double standards seem rife

Save your energy it’s wasted on me because there is no humanity behind it.

Looks like we have similar thoughts!

I think so possibly

The majority of my friends are nhs staff I feel for them all and would if asked go back to help without a second thought.

however I do find it patronising when ‘some’ have made comments about other job roles especially in the forum.

I’m at just as much exposure to the infection too, we have even had to buy our own ppe equipment from the internet. Because we don’t need it as much as the nhs?!?!?

It saddens me that I’m so worthless in society and my job is so undervalued. When I’m reality

not many could do my job it would break them.

The clap thing is bollox why clap just for the nhs? What about the shop workers? Carers who are actually more at risk than nhs staff, lorry drivers.

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I clap for them all..im a carer

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"I can only speak for myself but when i go out at 8pm i am clapping for all "key" workers. Yes the NHS staff are amazing but thanks to all those people who are working in stores & supermarkets, bin men, carers etc,"

Well said

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool

"I would be quite offended if some of the people I’ve seen comments from on here clapped.

Double standards seem rife

Save your energy it’s wasted on me because there is no humanity behind it.

I agree completely.

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By *rFunBoyMan
over a year ago

Longridge

Is buying a wooden spoon am essential item?

I hit the pan so hard last week the spoon shattered. Ended up with sore hands using them instead so in need of a new one before next Thursday.

THANK-YOU NHS, CARERS AND ALL THOSE KEEPING US GOING WITH FOOD, ESSENTIALS, TRANSPORT AND SO MANY OTHERS...

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

"I will but I won't let it distract me from the scandalous lack of ppe for them. "

I agree, I think clapping is a distraction from the live issues ie an under resources service where workers are being exposed to risks which are potentially life threatening, in any other world the employer would be facing corporate manslaughter charges.

How many of us can recite the names of those workers already dead? Clapping didn't save any of them.

Personally I feel if we want to show our support the government should be shamed into protecting NHS and other front line services who are doing a grand job, clapping only makes people feel good which obviously isn't a bad thing, but it lets the government off the hook, they must be laughing up their sleeves.

By the way I'm a devout advocate of the NHS-two of my adult children work at the coalface now, they go to work because they have to and they care about their patients, but are extremely anxious about their own wellbeing and safety.

They want less clapping, more action and I don't really want to be burying them or be seen to be supporting a system which places them or their colleagues at risk.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The clapping is for all key workers now, it's been recognised there are lots of people other than NHS working hard and putting their lives and families at risk.

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE."

The clapping lets the government off the hook-countless media opportunities for cabinet members to stand on government building door steps in a 'show' of solidarity, we could even believe they're part of us.

I had a chat with one of my children's friends who was saying Boris should be knighted after this, Corona being what the Falklands was to Thatcher..when I asked why, her reply was that Boris had got out of his sick bed last week to clap on his doorstep. The power of the media can bamboozle commonsense!

As I said, I'm a massive supporter of the people putting themselves at risk (in whatever job they do), but I'm not a supporter of a social movement that encourages people to stand on their doorsteps once a week to clap for five minutes, it doesn't reduce the real risks these workers are being exposed to daily..hand sanitisers running out, improperly fitting equipment, lack of protective equipment etc etc. The social movement could be directed at this in my opinion.

PS my view isn't a political rant about the Tories btw, in other areas I think they're getting some things right.

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE."

Ps...and does the clapping encourage frontline workers to be cavalier about the risks they're exposed to because they fear they might be letting down the great British public if they complain too much?

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By *ude bhoy 300Man
over a year ago

east kilbride

As an NHS worker id like to thank you all for making some noise ,makes me cry every week, THANK YOU ALL, STAY HOME, STAY SAFE X

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

PS my view isn't a political rant about the Tories btw, in other areas I think they're getting some things right."

If as well as clapping we contacted our mp asking why ppe was still not available to front line workers change might occur. Let's show our appreciation but not be fooled by a distraction.

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

I understand that they are "encouraged" not to voice their fears and complaints 're ppe on social media. There is also an element of "cheerful letters home from soldiers at the front" about it. If you could see some of the texts I've had from my family member it tells a different story.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"The clapping is for all key workers now, it's been recognised there are lots of people other than NHS working hard and putting their lives and families at risk. "

Yes definitely

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

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By *ove Bunnies2019Couple
over a year ago

basingstoke

"To be honest I think this clapping for this and clapping for that in quite ridiculous.

If you want to show your appreciation there's far better ways of doing so than being like a bloody seal on your doorstep.

Such as?

Look my Mrs is a nurse and she's terrified she goes to work every day wondering if this will be the day she's exposed to the virus.

So when the clapping idea started we reluctantly stood outside waiting to clap, suddenly the whole area came alive with a cacophony of noise which actually made her cry .

So you see whilst you may think it's pointless it's very much appreciated by some who would didn't realise how much people appreciate what they are doing.

Also it's very important for everyone's mental well-being knowing that everyone is still out there we are not alone and all in this together."

Well said, makes me cry every week. Hope you and your family stay safe and well. X

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"As an NHS worker id like to thank you all for making some noise ,makes me cry every week, THANK YOU ALL, STAY HOME, STAY SAFE X"

You stay safe and thank you all for what you are doing for us. Bless you.x

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod
over a year ago

East Sussex

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too.."

Personally I'm not saying NHS workers don't appreciate and welcome being applauded, it's a huge morale boost and many are moved to tears by it. I liken it to cheering the army as it marches off to war while not all of them have the equipment they need to protect themselves from gun fire. We need to continue the applause but we also must acknowledge and take positive action on the lack of ppe.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

Of course

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too.."

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

They believe hand clapping creates a smokescreen and blocker to dealing with the issues that will keep them and their colleagues safe! By the way many of their colleagues feel the same, they're grateful for the public support but feel it's misdirected.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe.

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By *ude bhoy 300Man
over a year ago

east kilbride

"As an NHS worker id like to thank you all for making some noise ,makes me cry every week, THANK YOU ALL, STAY HOME, STAY SAFE X

You stay safe and thank you all for what you are doing for us. Bless you.x"
thanks so much for your support

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"As an NHS worker id like to thank you all for making some noise ,makes me cry every week, THANK YOU ALL, STAY HOME, STAY SAFE X

You stay safe and thank you all for what you are doing for us. Bless you.xthanks so much for your support "

You are very welcome xxx

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe."

How about next time we all stand on our doorsteps applauding NHS/frontline workers whilst holding placards demanding they're provided with the right equipment that protects them and their patients/customers so they can do their jobs effectively?

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe.

Would that work?

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By *nkforthekinkMan
over a year ago

london/fareham/brighton

"It is every thursday and it starts 8pm tonight, as the nation come together once again as part of the clap for our carers campaign, it is about about recognising the efforts of the nhs workers fighting the coronavirus pandemic every day, are you also going to be clapping? I will

No I haven’t and won’t. Personally I don’t see the point! While I’m grateful for the free health care in this country! All nhs staff choose there career paths knowing exactly what there role entails! Everyones had a bad day at the office but doesn’t get clapped!

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By *iss_tressWoman
over a year ago

London

"I will but I won't let it distract me from the scandalous lack of ppe for them.

How many of us can recite the names of those workers already dead? Clapping didn't save any of them.

They want less clapping, more action and I don't really want to be burying them or be seen to be supporting a system which places them or their colleagues at risk."

You've pretty much summed up my views.

My sister is a nurse and a single parent. We had a falling out but since this crisis I've been in touch as I was concerned for her.

Her children are 18 and 12, the 18 year old now "loco parentis" while she works 12 hour shifts.

Clapping won't get her the protective gear she needs or allay the fear each time she leaves home she is putting herself at risk.

If it makes some key workers happy I'm glad but we mustn't let the government off the hook for running down the nhs over the years.

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By *iss_tressWoman
over a year ago

London

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

PS my view isn't a political rant about the Tories btw, in other areas I think they're getting some things right."

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We didnt sign up to be exposed to a deadly virus that's killing healthy young individuals. While I respect everyone's opinions on here I actually wouldnt even want to receive your clapping.

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By *iss_tressWoman
over a year ago

London

I've had a "bad day at the office". My bad day didn't put my or my families life at risk, compounded by my employer's inability to provide me with appropriate protective equipment.

I don't clap for reasons previously stated but it has nothing whatsoever to do with lack of respect and acknowledgement to those who are endangering their lives.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"As an NHS worker id like to thank you all for making some noise ,makes me cry every week, THANK YOU ALL, STAY HOME, STAY SAFE X"
Yw pal and yes stay safe everyone

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By *nkforthekinkMan
over a year ago

london/fareham/brighton

We didnt sign up to be exposed to a deadly virus that's killing healthy young individuals. While I respect everyone's opinions on here I actually wouldnt even want to receive your clapping."

Why did you sign up? To help people suffering from said viruses, infections, disease and injuries.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We didnt sign up to be exposed to a deadly virus that's killing healthy young individuals. While I respect everyone's opinions on here I actually wouldnt even want to receive your clapping.

Why did you sign up? To help people suffering from said viruses, infections, disease and injuries.

Most dont kill or spread like this one is and most only require basic PPE (that's Personal Protective equipment to you)...do you not watch or listen to the news????

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By *nkforthekinkMan
over a year ago

london/fareham/brighton

We didnt sign up to be exposed to a deadly virus that's killing healthy young individuals. While I respect everyone's opinions on here I actually wouldnt even want to receive your clapping.

Why did you sign up? To help people suffering from said viruses, infections, disease and injuries.

Most dont kill or spread like this one is and most only require basic PPE (that's Personal Protective equipment to you)...do you not watch or listen to the news????

appreciate the PPE explanation, and the avoidance of my actual question.

If you didn’t know you shouldn’t believe everything on the news! It’s been proven not to be good for your mental state.

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

We didnt sign up to be exposed to a deadly virus that's killing healthy young individuals. While I respect everyone's opinions on here I actually wouldnt even want to receive your clapping.

Why did you sign up? To help people suffering from said viruses, infections, disease and injuries.

There's a caveat to that though, their employer has a duty of care to all their workers, by knowingly exposing them to potentially fatal risks it looks to me like one party to the bargain isn't fulfilling their obligations.

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe.

Would that work?"

It might not, but at least in the media coverage the nation would be reminded about the conditions frontline workers are enduring.

Supporting them isn't just about clapping on doorsteps whilst the adverts are on.

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe.

Would that work?

It might not, but at least in the media coverage the nation would be reminded about the conditions frontline workers are enduring.

Supporting them isn't just about clapping on doorsteps whilst the adverts are on."

Suppose it depends if the media report it?

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe.

Would that work?

It might not, but at least in the media coverage the nation would be reminded about the conditions frontline workers are enduring.

Supporting them isn't just about clapping on doorsteps whilst the adverts are on.

Suppose it depends if the media report it?"

I suppose if everyone did it it'd be a story in itself creating universal coverage.

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe.

Would that work?

It might not, but at least in the media coverage the nation would be reminded about the conditions frontline workers are enduring.

Supporting them isn't just about clapping on doorsteps whilst the adverts are on.

Suppose it depends if the media report it?

I suppose if everyone did it it'd be a story in itself creating universal coverage.

I cant see the likes of the mail and the sun highlighting that tbh.

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe.

Would that work?

It might not, but at least in the media coverage the nation would be reminded about the conditions frontline workers are enduring.

Supporting them isn't just about clapping on doorsteps whilst the adverts are on.

Suppose it depends if the media report it?

I suppose if everyone did it it'd be a story in itself creating universal coverage.

I cant see the likes of the mail and the sun highlighting that tbh."

Sorry, not sure of your point, I'm suggesting a social campaign to highlight an issue that hasn't been done in this way so far.

The fact the Sun or Mail might not be interested doesn't affect the fact that frontline workers are dying because they're not adequately protected.

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe.

Would that work?

It might not, but at least in the media coverage the nation would be reminded about the conditions frontline workers are enduring.

Supporting them isn't just about clapping on doorsteps whilst the adverts are on.

Suppose it depends if the media report it?

I suppose if everyone did it it'd be a story in itself creating universal coverage.

I cant see the likes of the mail and the sun highlighting that tbh.

Sorry, not sure of your point, I'm suggesting a social campaign to highlight an issue that hasn't been done in this way so far.

The fact the Sun or Mail might not be interested doesn't affect the fact that frontline workers are dying because they're not adequately protected."

I think a social media campaign to highlight such a concern would be a great idea.

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe.

Would that work?

It might not, but at least in the media coverage the nation would be reminded about the conditions frontline workers are enduring.

Supporting them isn't just about clapping on doorsteps whilst the adverts are on.

Suppose it depends if the media report it?

I suppose if everyone did it it'd be a story in itself creating universal coverage.

I cant see the likes of the mail and the sun highlighting that tbh.

Sorry, not sure of your point, I'm suggesting a social campaign to highlight an issue that hasn't been done in this way so far.

The fact the Sun or Mail might not be interested doesn't affect the fact that frontline workers are dying because they're not adequately protected.

I think a social media campaign to highlight such a concern would be a great idea."

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe.

Would that work?

It might not, but at least in the media coverage the nation would be reminded about the conditions frontline workers are enduring.

Supporting them isn't just about clapping on doorsteps whilst the adverts are on."

I think we're all well aware of those conditions, I'm asking what I can do to help that...

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By *itonmyfacebookMan
over a year ago

Burton on Trent

Not against the clap but what can be done as a counter clap too?

Something sending a clear message that the NSA must always be protected and looked after, for ever.

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe.

Would that work?

It might not, but at least in the media coverage the nation would be reminded about the conditions frontline workers are enduring.

Supporting them isn't just about clapping on doorsteps whilst the adverts are on.

I think we're all well aware of those conditions, I'm asking what I can do to help that..."

Create a placard-"Protect our Amazing NHS Workers and Other Frontliners".

Encourage your friends and neighbours to do the same via social media.

Take it with you when you're next outside doing the community clap.

It just might catch on and get wider coverage!

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe.

Would that work?

It might not, but at least in the media coverage the nation would be reminded about the conditions frontline workers are enduring.

Supporting them isn't just about clapping on doorsteps whilst the adverts are on.

I think we're all well aware of those conditions, I'm asking what I can do to help that...

Create a placard-"Protect our Amazing NHS Workers and Other Frontliners".

Encourage your friends and neighbours to do the same via social media.

Take it with you when you're next outside doing the community clap.

It just might catch on and get wider coverage!

I'm not sure who would see that though, down my lane of few houses. Is that something you are doing instead of clapping?

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe.

Would that work?

It might not, but at least in the media coverage the nation would be reminded about the conditions frontline workers are enduring.

Supporting them isn't just about clapping on doorsteps whilst the adverts are on.

I think we're all well aware of those conditions, I'm asking what I can do to help that...

Create a placard-"Protect our Amazing NHS Workers and Other Frontliners".

Encourage your friends and neighbours to do the same via social media.

Take it with you when you're next outside doing the community clap.

It just might catch on and get wider coverage!

I'm not sure who would see that though, down my lane of few houses. Is that something you are doing instead of clapping?"

I've only thought of it whilst chatting to you!

So why do you clap if no-one hears/sees?

What about your neighbours?

How might you highlighting the risk workers are exposed to affect them and everyone they know?

The doorstep clapping started in the first place with one person having an idea-that caught on.

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

"Is that something you are doing instead of clapping?"

PS I'll be doing it now as well as clapping

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"We the public, want to show our appreciation and thanks to these people, how else can we do it, we can't change things, unfortunately, we are not the government and I agree with you about PPE.

Well the poster below you appreciates it and there were many nhs workers, at hospitals, out clapping last night too..

I don't deny it, I was simply explaining why I don't do it.

As I said two of my children are right on the frontline in hospital ED services, and my view has been shaped by their daily anger and anxiety about going to work.

Well they are all individuals who have different opinions. I hope your children and their colleagues stay safe.

Would that work?

It might not, but at least in the media coverage the nation would be reminded about the conditions frontline workers are enduring.

Supporting them isn't just about clapping on doorsteps whilst the adverts are on.

I think we're all well aware of those conditions, I'm asking what I can do to help that...

Create a placard-"Protect our Amazing NHS Workers and Other Frontliners".

Encourage your friends and neighbours to do the same via social media.

Take it with you when you're next outside doing the community clap.

It just might catch on and get wider coverage!

I'm not sure who would see that though, down my lane of few houses. Is that something you are doing instead of clapping?

I've only thought of it whilst chatting to you!

So why do you clap if no-one hears/sees?

What about your neighbours?

How might you highlighting the risk workers are exposed to affect them and everyone they know?

The doorstep clapping started in the first place with one person having an idea-that caught on."

I would clap if I lived in the middle of a field. How are you intending to highlight the risk, I am genuinely interested.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Is that something you are doing instead of clapping?

PS I'll be doing it now as well as clapping

Good!

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

" How are you intending to highlight the risk, I am genuinely interested."

I thought I'd already covered that in a community sense.

But even so every conversation I have where the doorstep clapping is raised I always ask if that person can name an NHS/ frontline worker who's died due to contracting the virus, the answer is invariably no.

So I certainly think it's something that should be highlighted and if it could be included in the doorstep clapping, which lets face it only serves to give people a nice, warm feeling, then that's a good thing, surely?

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

You can donate to people who are making scrubs and masks. A quick Google search will show those in your area.

Your mp will have an email address, twitter account , Facebook page and Instagram.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

" How are you intending to highlight the risk, I am genuinely interested.

I thought I'd already covered that in a community sense.

I was wondering more what you personally were doing to highlight the problem. No I can't name a person who has died of the virus, I'm not sure many can and I'm not sure how that would help the problem. So what do your children want we, the public, to do that can give them what they so desperately need?

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"You can donate to people who are making scrubs and masks. A quick Google search will show those in your area.

Your mp will have an email address, twitter account , Facebook page and Instagram. "

Thank you, I will look

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By *igblackdomTV/TS
over a year ago

West Midlands

" How are you intending to highlight the risk, I am genuinely interested.

I thought I'd already covered that in a community sense.

Thanks but I've said all I want to take care.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

" How are you intending to highlight the risk, I am genuinely interested.

I thought I'd already covered that in a community sense.

Thanks but I've said all I want to take care."

You too and your children

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By *oggoneMan
over a year ago

Derry

The now co-opted evening clapping is equivalent of the daily two minutes of hate.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"The now co-opted evening clapping is equivalent of the daily two minutes of hate. "

What's that?

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By *oggoneMan
over a year ago

Derry

"The now co-opted evening clapping is equivalent of the daily two minutes of hate.

What's that?"

It's from Orwell's 1984. It was a mass participation propaganda event

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"The now co-opted evening clapping is equivalent of the daily two minutes of hate.

What's that?

It's from Orwell's 1984. It was a mass participation propaganda event"

Oh thank you

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By *oddess ZCouple
over a year ago

Wrexham

As a nursing home carer it brought tears to my eyes but I still clapped myself

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"As a nursing home carer it brought tears to my eyes but I still clapped myself

Bless you. Keep up the good work you are doing

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Get ready for some clapping tonight at 8pm

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

As a carer I say fuck off no one clapped before why does it take a tragedy like this to get recognition

I'm a live in carer for an sick parent who is dependent on me for day to day life and all I've known is snide comments about how I live at home so shove it up your arse.

Also pay rise please in poor but having to work to make my carers allowence liveable

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I work in a residential home and whilst the sentiment of it is nice it would be nicer to see the care assistants, domestics and kitchen staff no longer being treated like second class citizens by the employers, government and wider society and be paid more than minimum wage. Anyone is now classed as an essential frontline worker should have a decent pay increase but it shouldn' have taken a global pandemic for the public to appreciate the sterling work of the NHS, social care staff and all other frontline job roles who are keeping people alive and the country going.

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By *elshsunsWoman
over a year ago

Flintshire

I shall be finishing my shift at that time ... supported mental health services in community

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

Well I shall be clapping to show my thanks and appreciation for these fantastic people.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We will be clapping later

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over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Its appreciated by most but I cant help thinking that a very short time ago nurses,doctors,ambulance crew, carers ALL suffered constant abuse whether from the general public throwing verbal and physical abuse at them to the media berating them at every opportunity to the government constantly cutting funding while putting more and more unrealistic targets to be met on top of everything else and now....suddenly it's all changed.

As I said, the recognition of what's being provided is encouraging but if you want to make a REAL difference then treat all with the respect youd expect and appreciate the services available to us. People do a job, one they choose to do yes, and they deserve better treatment all the time not just when the nation is sick

Thanks in advance.

A wee nurse

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By *wisted999Man
over a year ago

North Bucks

Biggest clap I’ve heard since it’s started round here tonight.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

As much as l appreciate this gestured it was very sad to see the lack of social distancing tonight especially front line staff who were standing shoulder to shoulder.

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool

"Its appreciated by most but I cant help thinking that a very short time ago nurses,doctors,ambulance crew, carers ALL suffered constant abuse whether from the general public throwing verbal and physical abuse at them to the media berating them at every opportunity to the government constantly cutting funding while putting more and more unrealistic targets to be met on top of everything else and now....suddenly it's all changed.

Thanks in advance.

A wee nurse

Well said

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By *oney and ReggieCouple
over a year ago

braintree

Mrs is fingering for the firemen too

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By *ittleMissCaliWoman
over a year ago

all loved up

My whole street was out ( we had been out having a social distancing street party for a little girls birthday anyways)

This weeks song to clap to was "we will rock you" xx

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

Thanks in advance.

A wee nurse

I do treat them with respect, which is why I'm clapping for them.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Thanks in advance.

A wee nurse

I do treat them with respect, which is why I'm clapping for them."

I did not say you specifically I was speaking in general terms...

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By *nkforthekinkMan
over a year ago

london/fareham/brighton

Anyone see the scenes on Westminster bridge during yesterday’s clapping?

Wonder how many of the people and public servants in attendance will get fined for not following covid government guidelines???

Anyone still think this isn’t a health risk???

Stay in doors stay safe!

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Anyone see the scenes on Westminster bridge during yesterday’s clapping?

Wonder how many of the people and public servants in attendance will get fined for not following covid government guidelines???

Anyone still think this isn’t a health risk???

Stay in doors stay safe!

No I didn't see that. We all clap from our windows, so no risk

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By *nkforthekinkMan
over a year ago

london/fareham/brighton

https://twitter.com/d_rafi1/status/1250864574984867856?s=21

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By *arkus1812Man
over a year ago

Lifes departure lounge NN9 Northamptonshire East not West MidlandsMidlands

Can we please spare a thought for what I call the Army of hidden carers, those who care for children and adults with both learning difficulties and mobility issues in their own homes 24/7.They have no uniform or badge to identify themselves as carers.

I have a friend, a 64 yr old lady who is a 24/7 carer for her sister who is 66 years old and who has severe learning difficulties and also mobility issues.

As all the day care centres and respite centres are now closed it really is a 24/7 situation, they have a nice garden but the disabled person suffers from hay fever so cannot take advantage because of the very high pollen count.Both are classed as at risk and on a 12 week lockdown, they receive no help from any agency.

I do all their food shopping and get their medication as and when required and I am classed as high risk.I keep in contact with them twice daily by telephone.

I imagine there must be thousands of carers in the same situation throughout the country.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Can we please spare a thought for what I call the Army of hidden carers, those who care for children and adults with both learning difficulties and mobility issues in their own homes 24/7.They have no uniform or badge to identify themselves as carers.

I have a friend, a 64 yr old lady who is a 24/7 carer for her sister who is 66 years old and who has severe learning difficulties and also mobility issues.

I do all their food shopping and get their medication as and when required and I am classed as high risk.I keep in contact with them twice daily by telephone.

I imagine there must be thousands of carers in the same situation throughout the country. "

There are and local councils have a team of volunteers to help with these things, you just have to ring them and ask, or contact her GP if they are struggling.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Get ready for some clapping tonight. I am

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By *ouble_The_DelightCouple
over a year ago

Wakefield

I have a friend, a 64 yr old lady who is a 24/7 carer for her sister who is 66 years old and who has severe learning difficulties and also mobility issues.

I do all their food shopping and get their medication as and when required and I am classed as high risk.I keep in contact with them twice daily by telephone.

I imagine there must be thousands of carers in the same situation throughout the country.

There are and local councils have a team of volunteers to help with these things, you just have to ring them and ask, or contact her GP if they are struggling."

Age UK are helping out with getting shopping to the elderly so just give them a call and they will put you in touch with the relevant people.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Get ready for some clapping tonight. I am

I'm ready Shag

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Get ready for some clapping tonight. I am

I'm ready Shag

"
That is good you are that too

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Best thing to do, to show you care about the NHS and carer amd all the emergency workers.

NEVER VOTE TORY AGAIN.

Onky my opinion but i have yet to find any reason why the mad old witch or BloJo ever were allowed to become PM.

Job cuts for vital services.

Funding cuts for the nhs etc

Tax cuts for their rich freiends and companies they hace shares in.

Usterity for all

While.

Pay rises pay rises pay rises.. for MPs.

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By *ob198XaMan
over a year ago

teleford

"Best thing to do, to show you care about the NHS and carer amd all the emergency workers.

NEVER VOTE TORY AGAIN.

Onky my opinion but i have yet to find any reason why the mad old witch or BloJo ever were allowed to become PM.

Job cuts for vital services.

Funding cuts for the nhs etc

Tax cuts for their rich freiends and companies they hace shares in.

Usterity for all

While.

Pay rises pay rises pay rises.. for MPs. "
. Meanwhile grown ups understand that that voting Labour means a economy incapable of funding the NHS

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Get ready for some clapping tonight. I am

I'm ready Shag

That is good you are that too

I know some have said we shouldn't be doing it, but I will. Our niece is an A&E doctor and she appreciates it, so I will continue

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By *ob198XaMan
over a year ago

teleford

"Best thing to do, to show you care about the NHS and carer amd all the emergency workers.

NEVER VOTE TORY AGAIN.

Onky my opinion but i have yet to find any reason why the mad old witch or BloJo ever were allowed to become PM.

Job cuts for vital services.

Funding cuts for the nhs etc

Tax cuts for their rich freiends and companies they hace shares in.

Usterity for all

While.

Pay rises pay rises pay rises.. for MPs. "
. Meanwhile grown ups understand that that voting Labour means a economy incapable of funding the NHS

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool

"Best thing to do, to show you care about the NHS and carer amd all the emergency workers.

NEVER VOTE TORY AGAIN.

Onky my opinion but i have yet to find any reason why the mad old witch or BloJo ever were allowed to become PM.

Job cuts for vital services.

Funding cuts for the nhs etc

Tax cuts for their rich freiends and companies they hace shares in.

Usterity for all

While.

Pay rises pay rises pay rises.. for MPs. . Meanwhile grown ups understand that that voting Labour means a economy incapable of funding the NHS "

The 'grown ups'have left us in a position we are today..so thanks for that.

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By *bsolutebeginnersCouple
over a year ago

Planet Ork

"Best thing to do, to show you care about the NHS and carer amd all the emergency workers.

NEVER VOTE TORY AGAIN.

Onky my opinion but i have yet to find any reason why the mad old witch or BloJo ever were allowed to become PM.

Job cuts for vital services.

Funding cuts for the nhs etc

Tax cuts for their rich freiends and companies they hace shares in.

Usterity for all

While.

Pay rises pay rises pay rises.. for MPs. "

Pay rises for the mps, including all mps not just the Tory ones are set independently by the IPSA. The cuts for funding we recently endured were because of ridiculous overspending by the previous labour government who instead of investing in the front line of the nhs left us with an nhs full of middle management who earn a lot for doing a little. Hopefully after this pandemic is over, this government can move forward and strategically invest into the nhs in the areas that are required.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Best thing to do, to show you care about the NHS and carer amd all the emergency workers.

NEVER VOTE TORY AGAIN.

Onky my opinion but i have yet to find any reason why the mad old witch or BloJo ever were allowed to become PM.

Job cuts for vital services.

Funding cuts for the nhs etc

Tax cuts for their rich freiends and companies they hace shares in.

Usterity for all

While.

Pay rises pay rises pay rises.. for MPs. . Meanwhile grown ups understand that that voting Labour means a economy incapable of funding the NHS "

No one said vote the red tories.

Down south, you need the SNP.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Get ready for some clapping tonight. I am

I'm ready Shag

That is good you are that too

I know some have said we shouldn't be doing it, but I will. Our niece is an A&E doctor and she appreciates it, so I will continue

"
Yes they have, it is good that she appriciates it too, it is up to each one if they want to show support and same here. I will also continue to do it

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Best thing to do, to show you care about the NHS and carer amd all the emergency workers.

NEVER VOTE TORY AGAIN.

Onky my opinion but i have yet to find any reason why the mad old witch or BloJo ever were allowed to become PM.

Job cuts for vital services.

Funding cuts for the nhs etc

Tax cuts for their rich freiends and companies they hace shares in.

Usterity for all

While.

Pay rises pay rises pay rises.. for MPs.

When the pandemic is over, Boris' Baby brexit is back and we will be Royally fucked

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By *ionelhutzMan
over a year ago

liverpool

"Best thing to do, to show you care about the NHS and carer amd all the emergency workers.

NEVER VOTE TORY AGAIN.

Onky my opinion but i have yet to find any reason why the mad old witch or BloJo ever were allowed to become PM.

Job cuts for vital services.

Funding cuts for the nhs etc

Tax cuts for their rich freiends and companies they hace shares in.

Usterity for all

While.

Pay rises pay rises pay rises.. for MPs.

Which area of the NHS do you work in?

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By *ugby 123Couple
Forum Mod
over a year ago

O o O oo

Take your political posts to the right forum please, this thread and section isn't for that

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Get ready for some clapping tonight. I am

I'm ready Shag

That is good you are that too

I know some have said we shouldn't be doing it, but I will. Our niece is an A&E doctor and she appreciates it, so I will continue

Yes they have, it is good that she appriciates it too, it is up to each one if they want to show support and same here. I will also continue to do it

We just want to acknowledge what they are doing for us all, a simple gesture, without making it political

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Take your political posts to the right forum please, this thread and section isn't for that"

Thank you, you read my mind!

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By *os19Man
over a year ago

Edmonton

I will be out clapping our NHS and care workers tonight at 8.00 pm as I have done every Thursday previously

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

We will clapping tonight

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"I will be out clapping our NHS and care workers tonight at 8.00 pm as I have done every Thursday previously "

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"We will clapping tonight

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By *rank speakerMan
over a year ago

Worcester

"To be honest I think this clapping for this and clapping for that in quite ridiculous.

If you want to show your appreciation there's far better ways of doing so than being like a bloody seal on your doorstep.

Such as?

Look my Mrs is a nurse and she's terrified she goes to work every day wondering if this will be the day she's exposed to the virus.

So when the clapping idea started we reluctantly stood outside waiting to clap, suddenly the whole area came alive with a cacophony of noise which actually made her cry .

So you see whilst you may think it's pointless it's very much appreciated by some who would didn't realise how much people appreciate what they are doing.

Also it's very important for everyone's mental well-being knowing that everyone is still out there we are not alone and all in this together."

Good to hear it does mean something to those it's meant for! I can't clap due to a paralysed arm but will certainly be with you all in spirit and thought Morpork's idea was perfectly reasonable?

Best wishes to your OH!

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"To be honest I think this clapping for this and clapping for that in quite ridiculous.

If you want to show your appreciation there's far better ways of doing so than being like a bloody seal on your doorstep.

Such as?

Look my Mrs is a nurse and she's terrified she goes to work every day wondering if this will be the day she's exposed to the virus.

So when the clapping idea started we reluctantly stood outside waiting to clap, suddenly the whole area came alive with a cacophony of noise which actually made her cry .

So you see whilst you may think it's pointless it's very much appreciated by some who would didn't realise how much people appreciate what they are doing.

Also it's very important for everyone's mental well-being knowing that everyone is still out there we are not alone and all in this together.

Good to hear it does mean something to those it's meant for! I can't clap due to a paralysed arm but will certainly be with you all in spirit and thought Morpork's idea was perfectly reasonable?

Best wishes to your OH!

We have people clapping, banging saucepans and blowing whistles. We chat to our neighbours, whilst social distancing

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By *bsolutebeginnersCouple
over a year ago

Planet Ork

I finish my shift at 8:00. It always feels like everyone is cheering because I’m leaving work!

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By *sGivesWoodWoman
over a year ago

ST. AUSTELL, CORNWALL

About time too.

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"I finish my shift at 8:00. It always feels like everyone is cheering because I’m leaving work!

Aah

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By *aramedic999Man
over a year ago

Cambridge

It’s a really great thing to do and I know it’s appreciated more than you know

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By *eah BabyCouple
over a year ago

Cheshire, Windermere ,Cumbria

Lots of people out tonight, police stopped also and got out of the car to join in and fireworks after the clapping stopped, nice to wave at all the neighbours

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"It’s a really great thing to do and I know it’s appreciated more than you know

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

i gave my refuse collectors an easter egg today, and i clapped them.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Best thing to do, to show you care about the NHS and carer amd all the emergency workers.

NEVER VOTE TORY AGAIN.

Onky my opinion but i have yet to find any reason why the mad old witch or BloJo ever were allowed to become PM.

Job cuts for vital services.

Funding cuts for the nhs etc

Tax cuts for their rich freiends and companies they hace shares in.

Usterity for all

While.

Pay rises pay rises pay rises.. for MPs.

When the pandemic is over, Boris' Baby brexit is back and we will be Royally fucked"

Oh yes and all them that voted that party into power will get back off their horse and think nothing different

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

"Best thing to do, to show you care about the NHS and carer amd all the emergency workers.

NEVER VOTE TORY AGAIN.

Onky my opinion but i have yet to find any reason why the mad old witch or BloJo ever were allowed to become PM.

Job cuts for vital services.

Funding cuts for the nhs etc

Tax cuts for their rich freiends and companies they hace shares in.

Usterity for all

While.

Pay rises pay rises pay rises.. for MPs.

When the pandemic is over, Boris' Baby brexit is back and we will be Royally fucked

Oh yes and all them that voted that party into power will get back off their horse and think nothing different "

Politics in the politics forum as suggested by a mod

thank you

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By *rotic-TouchTV/TS
over a year ago

doncaster

"Best thing to do, to show you care about the NHS and carer amd all the emergency workers.

NEVER VOTE TORY AGAIN.

Onky my opinion but i have yet to find any reason why the mad old witch or BloJo ever were allowed to become PM.

Job cuts for vital services.

Funding cuts for the nhs etc

Tax cuts for their rich freiends and companies they hace shares in.

Usterity for all

While.

Pay rises pay rises pay rises.. for MPs.

When the pandemic is over, Boris' Baby brexit is back and we will be Royally fucked

Oh yes and all them that voted that party into power will get back off their horse and think nothing different

Politics in the politics forum as suggested by a mod

thank you"
another big turn out for the clap on my estate again tonight

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By *amissCouple
over a year ago

chelmsford

That's great Leah

lots out tonight in our lane!

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