The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will celebrate the 73rd anniversary of the NHS at a service of thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral on Monday before hosting a celebration tea at Buckingham Palace. In 1999 it was awarded to the Royal Ulster Constabulary (RUC) in recognition of more than 30 years of “the collective and sustained bravery of the force, including families of those serving”. It was conferred on Malta in 1942 in recognition of the fortitude displayed by islanders during sustained and devastating enemy bombardments in the second world war. It is awarded by the Queen on the advice of the George Cross committee and the prime minister. It recognises actions by civilians and military personnel not in the face of the enemy. The George Cross is granted in recognition of “acts of the greatest heroism or of the most courage in circumstances of extreme danger”. “You have our enduring thanks and heartfelt appreciation. Over more than seven decades, and especially in recent times, you have supported the people of our country with courage, compassion and dedication, demonstrating the highest standards of public service.
“This award recognises all NHS staff, past and present, across all disciplines and all four nations.
In a handwritten personal message, the Queen said: “It is with great pleasure, on behalf of a grateful nation, that I award the George Cross to the National Health Services of the United Kingdom.
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