Clap for Carers: Hartlepool once again shows its support for NHS, carers and key workers with a huge round of applause

At 8pm on Thursday, April 2, for the second week running, families across the North East and the UK took to their doorsteps, back gardens and windows to applaud those on the frontline.

The initiative, which gathered pace and was hugely supported on social media, saw the heartwarming sound of clapping ring out across the country as we all paid tribute to those working hard to keep us safe.

Designed in honour of NHS workers, carers and key workers, many also used the moment to recognise other key workers across a range of sectors who are keeping the country moving during new lockdown measures imposed by the government.

As you put your hands together, many of you got in touch with the Hartlepool Mail on Facebook to share your own touching messages.

This is what you said:

John Gilmore: Just come back in and I have to say that was absolute magic. Started off just a couple of us then the whole street joined #clapforkeyworkers #ClapForCarers

Jordon Lee Bage: Window all done and even got lights out on the window with the colour blue

Stacey: That has really touched me and made me feel proud to be British! The community spirit is amazing #ClapForCarers #clapforkeyworkers #ClapForTheNHS

Claudia: Highlight of the week #ClapForCarers

Angie Walton: Next week I'm bringing some pans and spoons #ClapForCarers #clapforNHS