Submitted on Tuesday 7th April 2020
Rejected on Wednesday 15th April 2020
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
The Government consider the group award of the George Cross to the NHS.
A precedent set by the award of this honour to the island of Malta and the RUC.
Whist the United Kingdom currently shows its appreciation of the NHS workforce by applauding their efforts each Thursday. The recognition of the services heroism, commitment and compassion would, I believe be better served by a more permanent acknowledgement of their bravery in the face of an invisible enemy. Such an award would also acknowledge the selflessness of the thousands of retired employees and volunteers who have “signed up” to support the individuals who make up our NHS in their battle to keep the nation safe.
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There's already a petition about this issue. We cannot accept a new petition when we already have one about a very similar issue.
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You may wish to sign these petitions calling for the same action.
Award Covid-19 medals to all emergency services and involved armed forces: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/302613
A medal to honour the fortitude of people working in essential occupations: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/308035
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