John Lewis and Partners were spotted today reportedly dropping off an entire van of Hotel Chocolat goodies to NHS staff at the Western General hospital in Edinburgh.
Health workers have been sent a multitude of gifts and tokens of appreciation from local businesses and the general public in recent days, from takeaways to the nationwide 8pm clap that was done by thousands across the country.
John Lewis and Waitrose have been offering a range of services to help out during the pandemic both in Edinburgh and the rest of the UK. A selection of essential products that have been low in availability have been put aside exclusively for NHS staff, as well as priority checkout service.
In addition, John Lewis is responding to requests from NHS workers for anything that would make their breaks more comfortable. The retailer will be donating items such as pillows, phone chargers, eye masks and hand cream, as well as 50,000 Easter treats, to hospitals.
Berangere Michel, Executive Director for Customer Service at the John Lewis Partnership said:
" Through these steps we want to recognise the tireless work of NHS staff, supporting us all through these unprecedented circumstances. We hope these measures make their life a little easier; our Partners are keen to do something to help, and we are offering this with sincere thanks from us all."
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