The event – organised locally by lead nurse Matthew Tacey, and his family – is one of a number of peaceful marches taking place across the country this weekend.
1. '36 years in the NHS...'
NHS staff and supporters turned out in droves for the peaceful protest in the centre of Chesterfield Photo: Nik Farah
2. The family behind the event
One NHS family - Matt, Nicole and Savannah - were instrumental in organising the event Photo: Nik Farah
3. A united front
Protestors gathered at Chesterfield Town Hall before heading off for an hour-long march Photo: Nik Farah
4. 'Fight for NHS pay rise'
The protest got underway shortly after 11am on Saturday August 8 Photo: Nik Farah
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