The 1881 Movement Show Their Appreciation for The NHS

Wednesday, 1 April 2020 13:18

Lifting the spirits of those on the front line, doctors, nurses and all entering the hospital will be greeted with a “thank you” upon arrival to work.

Watford FC’s loudest fan group, The 1881 Movement, have shown their appreciation for the NHS in an extraordinary way.

Donating a large banner to Watford General Hospital, Hornets fans Roy Moore and Bob Difilippo gifted NHS staff with a message as they drive into work every day.

Lifting the spirits of those on the front line, doctors, nurses and all entering the hospital will be greeted with a “thank you” upon arrival to work.

The banner reads: “NHS Staff, you are all heroes, thank you!”

Watford Council Tweeted: “Thank you @The1881_wfc for putting up this lovely sign by Watford General Hospital. Thank you @WestHertsNHS and @NHSuk - true heroes!”

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