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Congratulations to all the nominees and winners at the Women & Children’s Local Awards 2026

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A fantastic afternoon was had at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital Teaching & Learning Centre, celebrating the dedication, compassion and innovation of our outstanding colleagues across Women & Children’s Services.

These awards are a wonderful opportunity to highlight the incredible work happening across our teams – from frontline clinical care to leadership, service improvement and the invaluable support of volunteers. The standard of nominations this year was exceptionally high, reflecting the commitment and passion of so many colleagues who make a difference to patients, children and families across our services.

Here are this year’s well‑deserved winners:

Innovation of the Year

  • Michael Jacovides, Consultant Paediatric & Neonatal Surgeon

Employee of the Year (two winners)

  • Katrina Rooney, Orthopaedic Nurse Specialist
  • Ben Corton, OPWL Manager

Leader of the Year (three winners)

  • Mark Davidson, Clinical Director, Cardiac Services
  • Nikki Harvey, Lead Nurse Gynaecology
  • Lesley Jackson, Consultant Neonatologist

Team of the Year (two winners)

  • Emergency Department, Royal Hospital for Children
  • Practice Development Team & Clinical Skills Midwives

Volunteer of the Year

  • Amma (Charity)

Rights of the Child Award

  • Suzanne Pearson SCN & Team, Wards 1A/1B

Director’s Award (Joint Winners)

  • Jennifer Harvey, SCN Gynaecology
  • Nikki Harvey, Lead Nurse, Gynaecology

Congratulations once again to all of our winners and nominees, and thank you to everyone across Women & Children’s Services who continues to go above and beyond for those you care for. Your dedication makes a real and lasting difference every day!

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