Thank you NHS

We have unveiled a number of specially decorated postboxes in support of the NHS as a thank you for their exceptional service across the UK during the coronavirus crisis.

The five postboxes are painted in ‘NHS blue’ and say: ‘Thank you NHS’. They are located close to a handful of hospitals across the UK, including: St Thomas' Hospital in London, Trafford General Hospital in Manchester, Royal Edinburgh Hospital, University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff and The Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast.

The postboxes were chosen to ensure the representation of all four UK countries and to commemorate the Trafford General Hospital, the birthplace of the NHS, founded by Aneurin ‘Nye’ Bevan in Manchester in July 1948.

We are continuing to work hard to deliver the most comprehensive service we can in these challenging circumstances. We understand that the Universal Postal Service provides a lifeline to businesses and communities everywhere during the coronavirus crisis.

We are working closely with pharmacy companies and NHS trusts across the UK to deliver prescriptions and hospital appointments. This is a key priority for us.

We would like to thank all our colleagues across the UK for helping to keep the nation connected in these difficult times.