Health heroes honoured as work in county is celebrated
By TOM GIBBON
THE brilliant, dedicated staff who give their lives to helping others were rewarded with a welldeserved night in the spotlight at the end of November.
The NHS Staff Awards recognise the selfless work that goes on at Gloucestershire’s hospitals and the incredible people that make it happen.
Teams and individual members of staff were presented with awards at Hatherley Manor Hotel on November 29 after being nominated by colleagues and patients for their contributions to services at Cheltenham General, Gloucestershire Royal Maternity hospitals.
A spokesman for Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust said: “Our staff awards aims to thank staff for their hard work, their innovation and for the outstanding care they provide for patients in the county.
“The very popular Patient’s Choice award was a highlight of the evening and we also recognised Long Service with awards for those with 25 years of service to the NHS.
“We were fortunate to have attracted sponsors to enable us to make the awards something really special for our staff.
“Their involvement allows us to create and Stroud links with local businesses and gives them the opportunity to attend the evening and hear at first hand some of the wonderful things our staff have done over the year.
“Thanks to all of them for their continued support of our Trust.”
Chief Executive Deborah Lee added: “Being part of the NHS is a huge privilege, not least as it provides us all with the opportunity to make a positive impact on so many people’s lives.
“Our shortlisted candidates and winners of this year’s awards have all demonstrated outstanding qualities and I take great personal pride in being a part of this celebration.” tom.gibbon@reachplc.com