Calder Valley MP Craig Whittaker has announced the local health and care workers s/he has nominated for national awards.
The NHS Parliamentary Awards, sponsored by Fuji Film, were set up for the NHS’ 70th Birthday to recognise the massive contribution made by the individuals who work in and alongside the NHS.
This year the NHS Parliamentary Awards highlight some amazing examples of care provided from all NHS services, including but not limited to hospitals, community services and local practices.
Craig Whittaker, MP was among over 260 MPs in England who put forward outstanding nominees who have innovated, impressed and made a real difference to how local health and care services provide care for patients.
Nominations closed on 1st September, and now Craig has revealed which get his vote of confidence.
As chosen by the MP, the following are now the official nominees representing the Calder Valley constituency in the national competition:
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The Relatives’ Line, Calderdale and Huddersfield Foundation Trust (CHFT) - The Care and Compassion Award Category
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Digital Day Case Knee Pathway - The Future NHS Award
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Calderdale Microbiology Scientists - the COVID Testers - The Excellence in Healthcare Award
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CHFT Wellbeing Team - The Wellbeing at Work Award
Craig Whittaker MP said:
Everyone in Calder Valley is rightly proud of our local NHS and care services, The Coronavirus pandemic has shown the determination and bravery of thousands of NHS, care and key workers across Calder Valley and so I’m delighted to be taking part in the NHS Parliamentary Awards as a way of thanking and recognising the people who work in or support those services.”
Nominees put forward by MPs across England will initially be judged by senior local and regional NHS experts to find regional champions in each category, which will be announced later in November and will be featured in The House Magazine.