By Lizzie Day • Published: 19 Apr 2020 • 16:34
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NHS and care staff fighting the pandemic on the frontline should receive a military-style active duty bonus in recognition of their efforts, according to the Liberal Democrats.
The party wants key workers to receive a £29-a-day bonus, like that paid to troops.
Acting Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey argued NHS and care workers were putting their lives on the line to protect others in what was a “national struggle” against the killer disease.
The Lib Dem “front line support package” also includes pushing through the procurement of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Sir Ed said several million key workers are putting their own lives at risk while working excessive hours in hospitals, care homes, hospices, “an army of workers are protecting us”.
Other moves proposed by the Lib Dems include practical support for NHS and care staff such as securing accommodation for key workers self-isolating.
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