Here are 15 photos of the emergency services from across the North East showing their support for the NHS at Sunderland Royal Hospital.
Scroll down and have a flick through our photo gallery of the emergency services taking part in Clap for Carers.
5. NHS staff could be seen wearing PPE during the Clap for Carers
NHS staff could be seen wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) during Clap for Carers at Sunderland Royal Hospital. Photo: Stu Norton
6. Northumbria Police showed their support to NHS workers at Sunderland Royal Hospital
Officers from Northumbria Police were pictured showing their support for NHS staff on Thursday, April 16. Photo: Stu Norton
7. Fire crews could be seen social distancing while showing their support for the NHS
TWFRS crews could be seen implementing social distancing measures while taking part in Clap for Carers. Photo: Stu Norton
8. Northumbria Police giving NHS staff a guard of honour during the Clap for Carers at Sunderland Royal Hospital
Police officers can be seen lining up, showing their support for NHS workers. Photo: Stu Norton