Council launches tributes to NHS and keyworker heroes

Alderman Audrey Wales MBE at the new floral tribute to NHS and keyworkers in Ballymena

The beds were planted on roundabouts in the towns as a message of thanks and appreciation to health and social care staff, as well as all keyworkers, who have been on the frontline helping others during the pandemic.

With annual horticultural competition such as Ulster in Bloom and the UK-wide Britain in Bloom on hold due to the current public health crisis, it is hoped the civic colourful displays will bring colour and cheer to our communities.

Alderman Audrey Wales, pictured at the Ballymena tribute, praised the efforts of the Parks and Open Spaces team in completing the work.

She said: “Well done to all those involved in creating the floral tributes in each of our borough’s three main towns.

“I know so many people of all ages have been keen to express their gratitude for our NHS and our keyworkers during this pandemic and this is a simple but effective way of showing how much we appreciate all they do to keep us safe and healthy.”

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