The Trust’s amazing staff were honoured at a glittering awards evening.
More than 1,200 guests, including staff, sponsors and well-known celebrities, attended the M&S Bank Arena to celebrate the achievements of staff from across MWL.
A total of 12 awards were handed out on the evening as teams and individuals were honoured for their outstanding service to patients.
Chief Executive, Rob Cooper, said: “Tonight is all about recognising the incredible dedication, skill, and compassion that each of you brings to your role every day.
I would like to say the biggest thank you for your continued commitment to providing the highest standards of patient care. No matter what challenges come our way, you are never taken for granted. I am very proud of you all.’’
Sponsored by local and national businesses, and at no cost to the NHS, the annual awards are a chance to recognise the enormous difference our NHS heroes have made to the lives of their many patients and the local community over the last year, and the hard work and commitment they continue to show each and every day.
The evening began with the announcement of three special awards.
The first went to staff at Southport and Ormskirk hospitals for their response to the Southport tragedy in July 2024.
Richard Fraser, former Trust Chairman received an Outstanding Contribution Award and Ann Marr OBE, former Chief Executive received a Lifetime Achievement Award for their tireless service to the Trust and the NHS.
Other winners were:
- Excellence in Clinical Care: Ward 2C, Respiratory, Whiston Hospital
- Excellence in Quality Improvement: Radiology Department, Whiston and St Helens hospitals
- Excellence in Patient Safety: Dementia and Delirium Team, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals
- Excellence in Support Services: Estates and Facilities Department
- Patient Experience Award: Prosthetics and Laser Suite Team, Whiston and St Helens hospitals
- Employee of the Year: Debbie Warburton, Ward Manager, Whiston Hospital
- Team of the year: Urology Department
- People’s Choice Award (Sponsored by the St Helens Star): Diabetes Department, St Helens and Whiston hospitals
- People’s Choice Award (Sponsored by the Stand up for Southport): Paediatric Department, Ormskirk Hospital
