PM to join nationwide clapping for NHS anniversary

NHS anniversary: PM to lead nationwide clap to celebrate health service

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The public are being encouraged to give a round of applause at 17:00 BST for all those who helped save lives during the coronavirus pandemic. The National Health Service was launched on 5 July 1948, with the core principle that it is free at the point of delivery and is based on clinical need. On Friday, Mr Johnson urged the public to applaud for"those who have worked tirelessly and selflessly to help the nation get through this pandemic".In a video message to mark the occasion, Prince Charles paid tribute to staff working through"the most testing time in the service's history".

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