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North west sweet manufacturer Swizzels has launched special-edition bags of iconic Love Hearts to support the NHS.

The NHS branded Love Hearts bag is filled with mini rolls of the sweet treats featuring messages such as Thank You, My Hero, Be Kind and Smile.

All Swizzels’ profits from the sales of the NHS Love Hearts bags will go directly to the NHS.

The funds will be donated to a dedicated Intensive Care Unit research fund, part of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, and will contribute to the continued research into COVID-19.

The £1 bags are now available in One-Stop and Co-Op stores nationwide.

Jeremy Dee, Managing Director at Swizzels said: “In these unprecedented times, we wanted to show our appreciation and support for the outstanding work that the NHS is continuing to do across the country.

“The Love Hearts message is focused on sharing the love and, at a time when this sentiment is more important than ever, we hope people will do this by purchasing a bag to show their support. From all of us at Swizzels – thank you to every single person who works for the NHS.”

Dr Brendan McGrath, Consultant in Anaesthesia & Intensive Care Medicine, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, said: “We’re delighted that Swizzels has created this special product and that the profits generated from its sale will help fund much needed research into COVID-19.”