Watch: Clap for Edinburgh's key workers

The Evening News has filmed just some of the army of key workers who are keeping the city running – and safe – in lockdown.

From the teachers manning the hub schools, to those collecting rubbish, running public transport and caring for our elderly, messages of gratitude have been appearing all over the city throughout lockdown.

Many have taken to social media to express their thanks, posting pictures of themselves clapping for frontline workers or messages of gratitude and support.

Residents have have thanked drivers on Lothian Buses and Scotrail services for enabling other key workers to get to work.

Thursday 30th of April 2020: Clap For Key Workers with Edinburgh Council. Edinburgh Bin Crews at the Seafield Depot L-R Michael McKelvie, Graham Snedden, Jamie McLeod.

Edinburgh City Council leader Adam McVey said essential workers are doing the city proud during the crisis – with some changing roles and others going far beyond their remit to ensure services were delivered safely and on time, often to the most vulnerable.

He said: “Our essential services are a lifeline for residents during these incredibly hard times and I’m so impressed by everyone’s dedication and commitment.

“From care homes, the contact centre and school hubs to emergency repairs workers, waste team, public transport staff and teams delivering emergency food parcels, they’re truly doing Edinburgh proud.”

Depute leader Cammy Day said: “This film is very moving to watch – not only are our teams showing how grateful the whole city is to all the health, social care and key workers out there keeping us safe and supplied during this pandemic, they’re also giving an insight into what it’s actually like on the frontline of our critical services. Well done to them all.”

Residents in other local council areas have also been thanking their frontline workers.

In West Lothian children left Easter greetings cards and eggs out for the teams working during the pandemic.