Thank you to the #HiddenHeroes in our prisons, IRCs, probation and youth justice services – from HRH The Princess Royal
From: HRH The Princess Royal
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Chloe Kabra, Frinton on sea
Thank you so much you really are heroes.
God bless you all and keep you safe.
God bless you all and keep you safe.
From: Chloe Kabra, Frinton on sea
Archbishop
“Thank you for what you do. This is a hard, hard time, and what you do is absolutely invaluable.”
From: The Archbishop of Canterbury
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Mali, London
To every single person working to keep people safe, calm and positive in prisons, YOIs, IRCs and APs across the country, THANK YOU. Your work and commitment is massively appreciated, and means so much to so many people right now. Thank you.
From: Mali, London
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Rowena Buntrock, Twickenham
Thank you thank you thank you – for all the hard work and commitment every day, but especially at a time like this. You make a difference to lives xx
From: Rowena Buntrock, Twickenham
Highlights video
“Hidden Heroes but not forgotten”
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From: The Butler Trust
#HiddenHeroes message of support from One of the troops, HMP Guys Marsh
To work with an amazing bunch of misfits who keep smiling as they deal with their own lockdown as well as the men in this weird and new existence, is a damned fine reason to get up in the morning and muck in. The unified staff are utterly amazing and do a job I'm proud to be part of.
#teamguysmarsh
#teamguysmarsh
From: One of the troops, HMP Guys Marsh
#HiddenHeroes message of support from @nimphal, (via Twitter)
I've said it before, and I will keep saying it. Prison staff are pretty much amazing.
From: @nimphal, (via Twitter)
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Katie L, Prisoner family member
From: Katie L, Prisoner family member
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Tracy, HMP Manchester
During this pandemic I’ve realised that we can get through anything. Our sense of humour is second to non and we have looked after each other like never before. We are the hidden heroes 🙂 🙂
From: Tracy, HMP Manchester
Dear wing officers – IoW
Dear Wing Officers…
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From: A Prisoner, Isle of Wight
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Humza Yousaf MSP, Justice Secretary, Scotland
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From: Humza Yousaf MSP, Justice Secretary, Scotland
#HiddenHeroes message of support from HMP Wandsworth, .
Saying thank you the Wanno way…
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From: HMP Wandsworth
Bertisaurus
For my black & white family ⚫️⚪️
#HiddenHeroes #prisonofficer #fogottenservice #HMP #keyworkers
#HiddenHeroes #prisonofficer #fogottenservice #HMP #keyworkers
From: @Bertisaurus, on Twitter
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Anon, ?
Left outside the gate at Parc prison
“Prison staff are also heroes”
“Prison staff are also heroes”
From: Anon
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Linda, Hull
Stay safe to all prison officers you do an amazing job
💯% respected 👏👏👏👏👏
💯% respected 👏👏👏👏👏
From: Linda, Hull
HRH
A message from HRH The Princess Royal, Patron, The Butler Trust
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From: HRH The Princess Royal
Given to an officer
A thank you from a neighbour, given to an officer from HMP Stafford
From: Anon, Staffs
Belmarsh
I’d like to thank all Belmarsh officers, governors for standing by us, keeping us going. I’d like to really thank you from all the prisoners in Belmarsh, people don’t do it enough but thank you, and God be with you.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Belmarsh
Nr Portland
Left near Porltand prison
From: via @UKPrisonService on FB
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Judge Rinder, London
“You’re heroes. We’re grateful for everything you do, and we’re standing behind you as a nation, cheering each and every one of you on. Thank you so much.”
From: Judge Rinder, London
Leyhill public 2
From a member of the public, sent to HMP Leyhill
From: Anon
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Roy Smith, HMP Liverpool
Everybody working in an operational delivery role is doing an outstanding job in difficult circumstances. going out onto the landings on a daily basis where there is a hidden enemy (coronavirus) is scary. all of us deserve a well deserved pat on the back, well done.
From: Roy Smith, HMP Liverpool
Coralie 2
Thank you very much to all the heroes
From: Coralie (age 6), Knowle
Anon, Plymouth
“Dear Probation Officers,
I am writing to thank you for looking after people who have been probationed”
I am writing to thank you for looking after people who have been probationed”
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From: Anon, Plymouth
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Jo Farrar, CEO of HMPPS
I want to say an enormous thank you to everyone across HMPPS for everything they have been doing over the last five weeks. You have taken on all the challenges and changes over this time and showed real team spirit and compassion.
You are all #HiddenHeroes
From: Jo Farrar, CEO of HMPPS
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Malcolm Butler, The Butler Trust
The Butler Trust celebrates the extraordinary work done by those in the prison service and wider offender management. Your dedication and service at this time of absolute necessity shows what remarkable people you are. You guys are better than great – you're invaluable, thank you.
From: Malcolm Butler, Chair, The Butler Trust
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Piers Morgan, London, Newick, LA.
I want to say a massive thank you to all staff in prisons, probation & youth justice, serving the country by working tirelessly in very difficult circumstances. #HiddenHeroes
From: Piers Morgan, London, Newick, LA.
#HiddenHeroes message of support from William, Plymouth
The work that prison staff do is exceptionally admirable especially in times like this – Thank you all
From: William, Plymouth
International nurses day
On International Nurses Day:
The nurses in our prisons go above and beyond… Thank you for all you do… – Jo Farrar, HMPPS CEO
Our thanks to our fantastic nurses & other healthcare professionals. You are all superstars! – HMP Bullingdon
A huge thank you to all the nurses who are part of the team here – HMP Pentonville
Big shout out to all the nurses working tirelessly through these difficult times – HMP Garth
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Lucy Frazer MP, Prisons and Probation Minister
I'd like to thank all of our prison and probation staff for the outstanding work they are doing on a daily basis; they are some of our #HiddenHeroes
From: Lucy Frazer MP, Prisons and Probation Minister
Notts x
Massive shoutout to all the healthcare crew, thank you
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Nottingham
#HiddenHeroes message of support from A staff family member, HMP Thameside
From: A staff family member, HMP Thameside
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Justin Russell, Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Probation
A massive thanks to all the frontline staff in the probation service and working in local Youth Offending Teams who are working so hard at the moment in very difficult circumstances to check in on the welfare of the many thousands of people you supervise. We salute you!
From: Justin Russell, Her Majesty's Chief Inspector of Probation
Brixton prisoner
A poem by one of the men at HMP Brixton:
“Let’s give thanks to our officers
They feel the pressure too
But still they risk their own lives
To be here for me and you”
“Let’s give thanks to our officers
They feel the pressure too
But still they risk their own lives
To be here for me and you”
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From: Anon, HMP Brixton
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Ross Kemp, .
“I just want to let you know that we appreciate the sacrifices not only you make on our behalf to keep us safe, but the sacrifices your families make as well.”
From: Ross Kemp
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Smoggie Art, Middlesborough
A tribute to Probation from @SmoggieA (on Twitter)
From: Smoggie Art, Middlesborough
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Martin Jones, Parole Board CEO
Prison and probation staff are hidden heroes. Away from the public gaze, they turn lives around; by turning those lives around they prevent crime and future victims. Without fuss, but with real courage, they keep the public and the people in their care safe. Hidden heroes! Maybe even super heroes?
From: Martin Jones, Parole Board CEO
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Chels, Leeds
Proud to be a #HiddenHero alongside all of you wonderful people. Keep yourselves and your families safe. Thank you for everything you do!
From: Chels, Leeds
Anonymous prisoner
This is to all you heroes out there working hard, trying to benefit all these people out here that need your help. Keep doing what you’re doing, I think it’s great. I think you’re amazing, god bless you all.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Shelly Maddison, NPS
To all HMPPS staff working through these difficult time. This key worker dolly is in recognition and appreciation of all your continued hard work
From: Shelly Maddison, NPS
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Colin Allars, Youth Justice Board
To everybody working to support and safeguard children within or at risk of coming into the Criminal Justice system, you are doing a fantastic job. Thank you
From: Colin Allars, Youth Justice Board
CCW HMP Send
“I want to say a big thank you to everyone here and all over the UK. Your doing a great job x”
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From: CCW, HMP Send prisoner
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Jane, Leeds
Keep up the good work you are all Hero’s
Keep safe
Keep safe
From: Jane, Leeds
Ronnie Armour
I am honoured and humbled to lead the Northern Ireland Prison Service when I see the work Prison staff do in challenging and supporting those placed in our care to change their behaviours. Behind the walls and out of sight Prison Officers work with complex, demanding and often dangerous individuals in an effort to reduce the likelihood of them reoffending and make our community a safer. The professionalism, commitment and dedication of Prison Officers is demonstrated everyday as they keep on working with offenders when everyone else has given up. Prison Officers have always been hidden heroes, but never more so than now as in an unselfish and sacrificial way they face the unprecedented challenges of COVID19. We owe them an enormous debt of gratitude.
From: Ronnie Armour, Director General, NI Prison Service
#HiddenHeroes message of support from A Prisoner, HMP Belmarsh
I’d like to thank all the prison officers and NHS staff for staying with us throughout this time and our prayers are with you and we want to thank you from the bottom of our heart.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Belmarsh
#HiddenHeroes message of support from David Breakspear, Sevenoaks
A huge thank you to all those that work within our prisons, and within the CJS as a whole. Even as a former prisoner I cannot imagine what life is like at the moment on the other side of the walls and fences that surround our prisons. I applaud each and every one of you.
From: David Breakspear, Sevenoaks
Askham msg
To all the prison staff and NHS workers and key workers…
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From: Anon, HMP Askham Grange
Ian Blakeman, Pentonville
There have been numerous times in the last few weeks when I’ve been overcome with emotion and pride at the commitment staff at Pentonville have been making. The courage and selflessness has been astounding at a time when I know many must have been scared both for themselves and loved ones. What has made this more remarkable is the resilience shown in the face of losing much loved colleagues. I am so proud of you and know that if we can do this we can do anything.
From: Ian Blakeman, Governor, HMP Pentonville
New Hall
I am proud of our heroes. I am so proud and grateful for you all. Keep up the good work and stay safe. Thank you for what you do for the people. Take care.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP New Hall
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Anon, HMP Moorland
I would like to THANK YOU ALL, for working long hours to keep the prisoners safe during this really really hard time…. I don’t know how I can ever repay you for putting your lives on the line
From: Anon, HMP Moorland
Garth poem
A poem written by a prisoner at HMP Garth
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From: Anon, HMP Garth
#HiddenHeroes message of support from A Resident, HMP Foston Hall
Bigup to the officers for what they're doing and trying to cope with us behind the door, without us having and go at them and stuff. I suppose we make it prety hard for them.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Resident, HMP Foston Hall
Bullingdon
I just wanna say thank you to all the staff who could be at home with their families now but instead they choose to come in and make sure we get our exercise and facilities, you’re doing a great job so thank you.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Bullingdon
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Mrs Sales, Leigh Lancashire
Thank you all for going to work every day calmly and bravely
From: Mrs Sales, Leigh Lancashire
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Oliver, North Wales
Message from a staff family member at HMP Berwyn
From: Oliver, North Wales
Low Newton nurses
“To all the nurses, pharmacists, to you all,
You’s are amazing
Thank you for all your hard work
We appreciate all wot you’s are doing to protect us
You’s are our superheros”
You’s are amazing
Thank you for all your hard work
We appreciate all wot you’s are doing to protect us
You’s are our superheros”
From: C/D wings, Low Newton
Terry Waite video
“Working in a prison is not easy at the best of times but today the job is made even more difficult. Most people will never see the inside of a prison, but those who know the system recognise how difficult it can be. I would like you to know that your work – and of your colleagues in probation and youth justice – is appreciated.
You are not forgotten.”
You are not forgotten.”
From: Terry Waite CBE, Suffolk
The Mount
I’d ike to say thank you to all the NHS workers and all the prison staff. It is hard at times like this. My heart goes out to you all. If it wasn’t for you lot we wouldn’t survive. Thank you so much I appreciate it from the bottom of my heart.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP The Mount
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Jan V and family, London
genuine heroes who do an important and often unthanked task – a vital service for all of us including the prisoners you help and the public you serve – thank you
From: Jan V and family, London
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Jim Davidson OBE, Care after Combst
You are stars. Big ones.
From: Jim Davidson OBE, Care after Combat
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Colm F, Ireland
Prison Service, often the forgotten service doing an excellent job in these most challenging times.
From: Colm F, Ireland
Tommy
‘Thank you everybody in the Prison Service – Stay Safe!!! From Tommy xo.’
From: Tommy (via @NIPrisons on Twitter)
Pentonville
I’d just like to say thanks to all the staff and all the medical staff for coming in and looking after us. They’re coming in, they’ve got their own families, they don’t have to do it but they do. Thank you.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Pentonville
Drake Hall singing
“You’re our bridge over troubled waters” – a musical tribute from the women at Drake Hall
From: The women of Drake Hall prison
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Ione Georgakis, Devon
Thank you to all of the staff working across prison services. You are the #hiddenheroes and are doing an amazing job.
From: Ione Georgakis, Devon
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Andrew, Fleet
Thank you to all of the amazing Hidden Heroes for the work they are doing at this difficult time. Keep it up, you are all amazing.
From: Andrew, Fleet
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Anon, .
From: Anon
Lucy W
From: Lucy W (10), Oxon
Peterborough
Just to say thank you to all the prison staff – they’re brilliant. Thank you.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Peterborough
Approved premises
Well done approved premises staff – yous are the backbone of our organisation
From: @NorthofTyneNPS
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Vie, Southampton
We don't often think of all of you doing this work, in normal times, let alone now, which is wrong of us; however, this demonstrates how good a job you are doing, how valuable a job you are all doing, and, for that, I am grateful. Thank you 💗.
From: Vie, Southampton
Nottingham prisoner
A note from Nottingham A-wing
From: Anon, HMP Nottingham
Brinsford
Just like to have a massive shoutout to all the prison staff and all the NHS staff doing a great job.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Brinsford
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Simon S, Butler Trust
To all those working in our prisons, probation services, approved premises, IRCs and youth justice settings: you are ALL #hiddenheroes, and we’d be stuffed without you.
Thank you…!
From: Simon S, Butler Trust
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Anon, HMP Humber
Chin up and crack on!
From: Anon, HMP Humber
Durham
I wanna big shoutout on C wing, that’s where I am and a massive thanks to all the staff and all the nurses. You’re the best, thanks.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Durham
Elizabeth EW
From: Elizabeth (almost 8)
#HiddenHeroes message of support from A Prisoner, HMP Peterborough
Hi, wagwan, I wanna big up all my hidden heroes. I also wanna big up all the education staff. These people are commited to the job that they do and they're really helping us. I just wanna say big up to them, nuff respect, bless.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Peterborough
Msg outside Rochester
A message left outside HMPs Rochester and Cookham Wood
From: Anon, Kent
Woodhill
Big thank you to the NHS for helping the public and helping the prisoners. And thank you to the HMP Woodhill staff. Thank you for helping us through this time. It’s going to get better. Heads up chest out. Keep on going. Spread the love.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Woodhill
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Sally Crowther, Co Durham
Thank you to all the prison staff working through out the UK who have been forgotten for to long. Your doing an amazing job at a very difficult times. And thank you to their families aswell who are there supporting them while they work such long hours. Yous are all heroes x💖
From: Sally Crowther, Co Durham
William EW
From: William, London
#HiddenHeroes message of support from A Prisoner, HMP Lindholme
Shoutout to everybody who is still having to go to work, prison staff, nurses, doctors, paramedics, police, as much as I don’t like police but yeah. Keep your chin up, we'll get through it.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Lindholme
Jasmine S
From: Jasmine S (age 11), N Ireland
Chaplains
And don’t forget prison chaplains!
From: A Prisoner, Onley
Peter Clarke
Even during the darkest days of the Covid-19 crisis, it was reassuring to know that so many dedicated and brave colleagues were working, often unseen and unheard, in vital areas of our justice, prison and probation services. Your contribution in supporting and reassuring service users, their friends and families and the wider public should not be forgotten, and indeed should be celebrated. Thank you – one and all.
From: Peter Clarke, HM Chief Inspector of Prisons
Forest Bank
I’d like to do a huge shout out to all the staff in all the prisons who are working their absolute socks off at the moment during this difficult time.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Forest Bank
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Kay Georgakis, Devin
The hidden heroes are really the people who keep us going taking huge risks with your own lives. It’s truly appreciated and I feel that you deserve far more recognition that you have had previously. THANKS FROM US ALL BE SAFE
From: Kay G, Tavistock
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Kimbo, Low Newton
"To all our health care super heros"
From: Kimbo, Low Newton
Naomi Long
From: Naomi Long, Northern Ireland Justice Minister
Scrubs
I want to thanks all the prison staff and all the NHS staff for doing a brilliant job. Keep up the good work!
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Wormwood Scrubs
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Andrea Albutt, Prison Governors’ Association
To all staff working in our prisons and those supporting the frontline. Your dedication to do your best in the most challenging of times may not get the applause other carers do, but I applaud you every day. You are amazing.
From: Andrea Albutt, Prison Governors’ Association
Low Newton window
A message to staff from a resident at HMP Low Newton
From: Anon, HMP Low Newton
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Mark Fairhurst, National Chair POA
I have never been prouder to lead such a brave, professional and dedicated group of trade union members. All staff on the front line are performing commendable work and I pay tribute to you all. Keep supporting each other and to those at home suffering from COVID I wish you a speedy recovery.
From: Mark Fairhurst, National Chair POA
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Kerry, Leicester
I can't imagine how challenging it must be to work in prisons at any time. How lucky we are to have hardworking compassionate staff dedicated to motivating prisoners to make good choices and plan for better futures. Thank you for providing stability and hope in such uncertain times. You're amazing!
From: Kerry, Leicester
Butler Trust
To all those working in prisons, probation and youth justice services right now, continuing to do what you do best on all our behalves – we applaud you!
#HiddenHeroes
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From: The Butler Trust
Liverpool
I’d like to bigup everyone’s support with Coronavirus and say a big thank you to the NHS
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Liverpool
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Liz Green, Tring
Massive thanks to our #HiddenHeroes across the UK who are working in prisons, probation services and youth justice settings. Whether keeping up morale or helping individuals who are struggling through new routines or losing loved ones – we salute you and we thank you.
From: Liz Green, Tring
Ashfield poem
A poem from one of the men at Ashfield prison
From: Anon, Ashfield
Dovegate prisoner
From a letter to the Governor of HMP Dovegate from one of the men: “A massive thank you to you all, with the height of respect to you all, we stand to attention and salute you”
From: Anon, HMP Dovegate
DebtFreeComedy
#HiddenHeroes thank you to all the AP workers
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From: @debtfreecomedy1 (on Twitter)
Edwina Grosvenor
To everyone who works in our prisons…
From: Edwina Grosvenor, One Small Thing
Pentonville
I just wanna say a big thank you to all the prison staff what are working throughout this outbreak.
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Pentonville
Anne Pike
“I salute you” [via LinkedIn]
From: Anne Pike, Open University
James Timpson
Thank you to all our prison and probation officers who are working so hard to help prisoners and their families at the moment. Their kindness and dedication is always appreciated, but never more so than now.
#hiddenheroes
#hiddenheroes
From: James Timpson (via Twitter)
Claire Hubb
Huge shout out to our prison officers, governors, chaplains and all workers in the prison system working to keep residents and the public safe. Thank you to all key workers 👏🏽👏🏿👏🏼. Keep safe.
#justiceheroes #HiddenHeroes
#justiceheroes #HiddenHeroes
From: @Claire_Hubb (via Twitter)
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Steve Gillan, POA General Secretary
A simple message to say Thank You to the hidden heroes for the magnificent job that you do on behalf of society in keeping them safe. This is a difficult time and I am very proud of the POA membership from Prison Officer Grades and Operational Support Grades to all other Prison workers.
From: Steve Gillan, POA General Secretary
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Michael, Croydon
We who are locked down at home have the easy bit. Please do be assured that we are extremely appreciative and grateful for the work that prison staff and many others like yourselves who do not have the luxury of simply staying at home, carry out to help make life continue as normally as possible.
From: Michael, Croydon
Notts x
Shoutout to everyone in HMP Nottingham, all the healthcare team and the staff during this lockdown – shoulder to shoulder
[via National Prison Radio]
[via National Prison Radio]
From: A Prisoner, HMP Nottingham
#HiddenHeroes message of support from Jenny, Manchester
I’ve just been clapping for all our keyworkers including all you prison and probation staff. You’re doing an amazing job. Thank you.
From: Jenny, Manchester
YJB
Thank you to everyone working in the youth justice system for everything you’re doing to keep children and communities safe during this time #JusticeHeroes #HiddenHeroes
From: Youth Justice Board (on Twitter)
Helen-Paul Cato
We often take these services for granted, and don’t show our appreciation, so thank you for all that you do to keep us safe. Best wishes to you all x [on Facebook]
From: Helen-Paul Cato, Bucks
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While we celebrate the heroes in our NHS at this time, don’t forget the #HiddenHeroes working on in prisons, IRCs, probation and youth justice services.
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