Pembrokeshire County Council is supporting more than 16 million people across the UK who are planning to take part in the country’s first ever national ’Thank You Day’ on Sunday (July 4).

The idea of Thank You Day came from a grassroots campaign to hold the country’s biggest ever thank you party in our local communities as a way of thanking each other and of building on the community spirit that so many felt during lockdown. 

From the idea being launched just a month ago the campaign has won huge support from hundreds of organisations ranging from the NHS to the Scouts and from high profile individuals including Gary Lineker, Michael Sheen, Dame Judi Dench, Raheem Sterling and many more. All events will be in line with current government guidance.

Members of the public are being encouraged to mark the days in numerous different ways from picnics to BBQs, outdoor parties to drinks, while of course sticking to Covid guidelines. 

The aim is for as many people as possible to be involved. However they would like everyone who deserves it, gets a thank you – and help the whole of the UK to embrace the community spirit. 

These events are also great to take part virtually – and say your ‘thank you’ that way.

Clr. David Simpson, Leader of Pembrokeshire Council, said: “Saying thank you to someone is a lovely way to show that they are recognised and helps them to feel like it’s all been worth it.

“This is an amazing initiative and I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the volunteers, NHS staff, emergency services and Council staff across the county for all they have done in what has been a challenging year – Diolch!”

For more information about the day and activities please visit: https://thankyouday.org.uk/