Clipper to deliver NHS face masks, sanitisers and gloves

Leeds-based Clipper said it has rapidly mobilised its warehousing and fulfilment operations since engaging with the NHS and deliveries have now started.

From start to finish, mobilisation of the solution took five days, including setting up a full warehouse management system for over 200,000 sq ft of warehousing space.

Steve Parkin, executive chairman of Clipper, said: “These are unprecedented times, and the support we have received from NHS Supply Chain, Unipart and 101 Logistic Brigade has been outstanding, and has enabled us to create a truly collaborative solution as a result.

“The solution has required tremendous flexibility and a shared sense of purpose and support in these challenging times. I’d like to personally thank all of our colleagues for their dedication and support in these unusual and difficult circumstances.

“We are all pleased to be able to support the NHS in a critical time for the country, helping NHS staff operate safely whilst caring for those in need.”

Clipper is delivering a wide range of PPE products, including gowns, face masks, sanitisers, aprons and gloves.

They will be delivered to over 500 hospitals across the country.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said 37 million PPE items were delivered in the last 24 hours and Clipper is among a number of companies delivering the service.

The service will continue for the foreseeable future.

Clipper is using various sites within its nationwide infrastructure to deliver the products.

The firm said it was proud to be supporting the NHS and the country at this difficult time.

In a separate move, property developer Henry Boot said it has closed all sales centres and paused construction work, except where it is working on sites vital to the NHS.

Boot's construction business currently has one site which is deemed by the NHS as Gold Command essential works. Following the revised working practices in place, the company continues to work on Sheffield’s Royal Hallamshire Hospital, where it is working on an operating theatre suite.

It is also in the process of converting buildings at the University of Sheffield into facilities which can be used by the NHS, as well as donating PPE to the NHS and local authorities.

The Sheffield-based firm said its main priority is the welfare of its people, their families, customers and the communities in which it operates. All office-based staff are working from home.

The firm said it is clear the Covid-19 related disruption to group operations will inevitably influence its annual results.

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