Nurses, midwives, cleaners and carers were all put forward – and now we celebrate them with this collection of photos and heartfelt messages from some of the people who appreciate them most. From those who made the nominations and all of us at The News: thank you to those working on the frontline at this time of national difficulty.
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5. Sal Cornwell - Registered general nurse from Gosport
Sal, whose family said they are 'very proud' of her, has returned to the profession after taking a year's break to run a pub. She now works at a care home with coronavirus patients and isolates herself when she is not working. Photo: Nominated by niece Belinda Dickins
6. Tyler Russell - Carer at Maritime House, Hilsea
Tyler has been hailed for taking care of her two children and her friends, who she checks in on daily, between her shifts as a carer. Tia called her 'the greatest friend, mother, daughter and granddaughter you would ever want'. Photo: Nominated by Tia Pearce
7. Paula Page and Rowena Fletcher - Midwives at QA Hospital
Both Paula and Rowena have been hailed for doing a 'fantastic job' alongside their colleagues. Mark said Paula, left, hasn't seen some relatives for three weeks because of the government's lockdown and her long working hours. Photo: Nominated by Mark Cox
8. Billie Goldthorpe - Cleaner, porter and security worker at St Mary's Hospital
Billie, who takes on the roles of cleaner, porter and security worker, has been nominated for his hard work during the coronavirus outbreak to keep hospital staff and patients safe as they go about their work and treatment. Photo: Nominated by Luke McConnell