Rejected petition Rename Early May Bank Holiday in tribute to those who brought us through COVID19

Everyone in the UK and those that will follow us must never forget the horrors of COVID-19. Rename the 3 May 2021 holiday to something meaningful; and in perpetuity. Make Friday the 30 April 2021 a one off funded public holiday to provide an extended period for reflection and charitable events.

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The Government should create a lasting tribute that will serve as a reminder of the human sacrifices and heroic efforts that have already been made and continue to be, by care workers in all areas of public service in the fight against COVID-19. HM the Queen has expressed her gratitude to the NHS; for unity of effort and her respect for community spirit. The words in her speech "I hope in the years to come everyone will be able to take pride in how they responded to this challenge" are relevant.

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Move all bank holidays to a time after Coronavirus Lockdown: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/309243

Create a new Bank Holiday in recognition of the NHS and all its amazing workers: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/303882

Bank holiday to thank those who helped during the COVID-19 crisis: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/307364

Introduce a 'one off' bank holiday after covid-19 pandemic to boost morale: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/304513

You can find out more about coronavirus and how you can protect yourself and others here:

www.gov.uk/coronavirus

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/

The Government has also created an online service to help you out what you can do if you’re struggling because of coronavirus: https://www.gov.uk/find-coronavirus-support

You can read NHS tips to help if you are worried about coronavirus here: https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/coronavirus-covid-19-anxiety-tips

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Date submitted 12 April 2020
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