Submitted on Thursday 9th April 2020
Rejected on Wednesday 15th April 2020
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Award the NHS a George Cross
The NHS has been incredible in its response to the COVID-19 crisis. I want the Government to acknowledge the incredible contribution they have made. In World War 2 the island of Malta stood resolute and firm against the Nazi threat. We recognised that commitment and sacrifice with the George Cross.
My wife and I are considered vulnerable people. The staff of the NHS expose their vulnerability every time they go to work; let's acknowledge their bravery.
Their continued commitment to going to work, with or without PPE, their stoic attitude to danger. These things deserve recognition.
In time, I expect that a close family member will need their care, the Prime Minister is currently being cared for by the NHS, the Prince of Wales has been in their care.
I want the Government to recognise an institution that, like Malta, has stood firm against an enemy that threatens us all.
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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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