The staff from different health care departments and organisations also showed their appreciation for the support given to NHS staff by local people.
The poignant event at Altnagelvin Hospital also featured a lone piper and a short service with local clergy.
In recognition of all health care workers in the north west who have worked tirelessly during the pandemic over the past 18 months.
(Photos George Sweeney / Derry Journal)

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Altnagelvin hospital care staff show their appreciation for and clap for the support given to NHS frontline staff by the public, on Thursday evening last. DER2020GS – 040

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Local man Michael Doherty was among care staff from Altnagelvin hospital who took part in an Act of Remembrance for all who have lost their battle with COVID-19, on Thursday evening last. DER2020GS – 029

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Altnagelvin hospital care staff show their appreciation for and clap for the support given to NHS frontline staff by the public, on Thursday evening last. DER2020GS – 039

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A piper plays a lament as care staff from Altnagelvin hospital take part in an Act of Remembrance for all who have lost their battle with COVID-19, on Thursday evening last. DER2020GS – 026

