MILLIONS of people tonight took part in the third nationwide clap to applaud heroic NHS staff who are on the frontline fighting coronavirus.

The Clap for Our Carers salute to doctors and nurses as well other key workers doing their bit to keep the country running was another huge success.

The huge clap swept the country at 8pm with people applauding from their doorsteps and flat balconies.

It was organised by the The organisers of The Clap For Carers campaign.

The Argus:

Video below by Buz Butler

Earlier today a host of big stars paid tribute to the NHS with a video of gratitude.

Olivia Colman, Hugh Grant, Colin Firth and Tom Hiddleston were joined by celebs including Billie Eilish, Danny Dyer, Dame Julie Walters, Simon Pegg, David Walliams and Gary Barlow, who sings at the piano, in a clip in which they all say "thank you" to those working on the frontline in the fight against coronavirus.

The short film was introduced by Claire Murdoch, national clinical director for mental health in England, who says: "We have been blown away by the many thanks, celebrations and videos recognising the dedication of our NHS staff.

The Argus:

"This week we are delighted to show you more."

The huge clap swept the country at 8pm with people applauding from their doorsteps and flat balconies.

It was organised by the The organisers of The Clap For Carers campaign.

  • The coronavirus Sussex Crisis Fund has been set up to help those affected by the pandemic. The Argus’s charity and American Express have each donated £50,000 to kick-start the appeal. Grants will usually be for up to £5,000. More information is available at www.sussexgiving. org.uk/apply. To donate visit www.totalgiving.co.uk/appeal/sussexcrisisfund