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Earlier this year, government funding for mental health and wellbeing hubs for NHS workers was cut

The Captain Tom Foundation was registered in June 2020 as a grant-making charity, for the advancement of public health and wellbeing.

The charity was set up in the wake of mammoth fundraising efforts by a Second World War veteran who captured the nation’s hearts.

Decorated Second World War veteran turned pandemic hero raised £33m for NHS before passing away in 2021 but the foundation set up in his name has been heavily criticised in a watchdog report that also names Captain Tom’s daughter and son-in-law for mismanagement, Joe Sommerlad and Alex Ross report

Decorated Second World War veteran turned pandemic hero raised £33m for NHS before passing away in 2021 but the foundation set up in his name is facing awkward questions, Joe Sommerlad reports

The Prince and Princess of Wales attended a tea party on Tuesday at St Thomas' Hospital to celebrate 75 years of the NHS, where the couple revealed their scone preferences

The royals added the finishing touches to cupcakes and helped lay tables at a reception at St Thomas' Hospital

When it was founded, the NHS was the first universal health system to be available to all, free at the point of delivery

The reverse design incorporates words to reflect the nation’s gratitude towards the NHS and its staff, such as “dedication”, “support” and “empathy”