Coronavirus: Messages of support and drawings brighten days of key workers

Messages, letters of thanks and colourful children’s drawings are brightening up the days of frontline council staff who continue to work through the coronavirus pandemic.
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Fenland District Council has thanked residents for their gratitude and continued support for staff as they do everything they can to help keep communities going during the crisis.

Chief executive Paul Medd said: “The messages we are receiving are truly heart-warming and are helping to keep our staff motivated through these challenging times.

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“The work being undertaken day in, day out is immense. But our staff have worked at pace through complex and challenging situations, created new ways of working and gone above and beyond to ensure our vital services keep running and that residents and businesses receive the help and support they need.

Some of the messages of support for Fenland District Council staffSome of the messages of support for Fenland District Council staff
Some of the messages of support for Fenland District Council staff

“I am extremely proud of the fantastic work being delivered and continue to be impressed by the resilience and dedication of our workforce.”

Council Leader Cllr Chris Boden added: “At times like these local government comes into its own, helping those who are in urgent need. Our keyworkers are doing an incredible job in difficult circumstances.

“Every bin emptied, every emergency payment processed, every food parcel delivered and every non-essential trip avoided all add up. Together, we will make it through this period and come out stronger.”

Messages received include:

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. “Thank you very much for your continuous support during this crisis and please stay well and safe.” – Jacqueline, on refuse collectors

. “Thanks to your young collector today for our conversation via sign language checking I am ok. Stay safe.” – Sylvia, on refuse collectors

. “Thank you to your bin men. Our garden is our only safe space, from two OAPs.” – Lynda, on brown bin collections

. “Thank you so much and thanks for all your hard work during this difficult time.” – Debbie, on confirmation of receiving a business support grant

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. “That’s brilliant. Thank you so much. That’s a huge weight lifted for us and our business.” – Tom, on confirmation of receiving a business support grant

. “Oh what a relief I am so grateful for your help on this. Thank you again.” - Amy, on confirmation of receiving a business support grant

. “Thank you so much for everything.” – a 94-year-old March man, on receiving medication and food shopping via the Council’s COVID-19 response hub

. “I would just like to send a massive thank you to your community hub! A member of staff provided advice for support that can be provided to my elderly grandparents who we are unable to see due to living in Kent. I have now been able to arrange for them to have some shopping delivered over the next few days, so thank you again.” – Helen, on the COVID-19 response hub

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. “Thank you for what you have done so far and are continuing to do. Those already on the frontline are taking on far more than ever before while other staff have been diverted to other roles. You are all going the extra mile and I should like to thank you all very sincerely for keeping the show on the road.” – Cllr Kay Mayor, chairman of Fenland District Council

. “There are many public sector workers like yourselves with essential jobs that are taking on far more than ever before. Thank you’s are often implied. They can be casually placed in a box labelled “take it as read”, presumed too self-evident to be publicly stated. I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you to all our brilliant Fenland District Council teams for all their help and support, it’s very much appreciated.” – Cllr Dee Laws, Fenland District Council’s portfolio holder for planning.

For the latest coronavirus information and advice, visit: www.fenland.gov.uk/coronavirus.