While most of us stay at home and help to shield the most vulnerable members of our communities, Greater Manchester's key workers 'battle on'.
These people are now dubbed the 'front line' in the fight against coronavirus. They are keeping the city moving while we all try to hold back the invisible enemy.
They are feeding us, supporting us, caring for us - and saving our lives. We spoke to just some of the people risking their own safety to protect ours.
Throughout the crisis, we hope to speak to more key workers who are selflessly ploughing on through these unprecedented times.
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