It is a nice idea , and I have signed , but I think it is a very difficult area to cover.
Who would qualify ? NHS staff ? There are a lot of "agency" staff working in hospitals who are not employed by the NHS . Then there are all the cleaners,porters and laundry staff who are employed (quite often on minimum wages) by the large contract companies.
Rail , Underground and Bus staff who are essential to getting people into work.
Postal workers and shop staff whose work is vital to the country.
The list is endless !
As someone who has been on the "front line" in hospitals (NHS/Private/Overseas) for 30 years I appreciate the work and effort of all staff but I wouldn't want or expect a medal for simply doing my job .
The government and media have focussed on the NHS staff but without so many others doing their jobs the current situation would be a lot worse.
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