THOUSANDS of Dorset residents, firefighters and police cheered on NHS staff and other key workers helping to keep the country running during the coronavirus pandemic last night. 

Clap For Our Carers returned for its fourth consecutive week at 8pm on Thursday evening. 

Sandbanks residents Harry and Sandra Redknapp were among those to show their appreciation for our key workers.

Bournemouth Echo:

Picture: Corin Messer/BNPS

The couple joined in with the celebrations from the balcony of their home. 

Bournemouth Echo:

Picture: Corin Messer/BNPS

Bournemouth Echo:

Picture: Corin Messer/BNPS

The national round of applause has become a weekly highlight during the coronavirus crisis. 

Footage from outside the Royal Bournemouth Hospital courtesy of the Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

There were heartwarming scenes all over the county outside hospitals, fire stations and in residential streets.

Bournemouth's Hilton Hotel lit up its windows in the shape of a heart to show its support for key workers.

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