02 October 2026
The award finalists for the NHS Group, which provides acute and community healthcare in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, have been revealed and the vote for your healthcare hero is now open.
Members of the public had the chance earlier this summer to nominate their hospital hero for a special award. The Public Recognition Award recognises teams or individuals who have made a remarkable contribution and show exceptional compassion and dedication in their role.
Four finalists have been shortlisted, and it is now over to the public to choose their winner.
You have until 12 noon on Friday 16 October to cast your vote online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CFZN2XJ
It is the first year that the NHS Group – the agreed alliance between Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust (ShropCom) and The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) – has come together to celebrate its first awards evening.
Jo Williams, Group Chief Executive, said: “The Moving to Excellence Awards celebrate the outstanding dedication and commitment of our colleagues and teams, and the truly wonderful work that they do every day in our hospitals and the wider community.
“Thank you for your fantastic nominations for the Public Recognition Award, which is the most special of all as the winner will be voted for, by our patients and members of our community.
“It was great to see the brilliant teams and individuals you nominated. The judges then had the difficult task of choosing just four finalists. The final decision lies with our communities.
“I’d like to extend a special thank you to our incredible sponsors who have made our awards possible: CPW, Edmond Shipway, Group Nexus, Key Construction, ModuleCo, OneRetail, SoftCat, SCC/HPE, System C and VINCI Building (part of the joint venture IHP).”
Here are the four finalists for the Public Recognition Award:
Fertility Team, SaTH
The Fertility Team provides exceptional care and support to patients navigating one of life’s most challenging journeys.
During a critical medication crisis, the team went above and beyond to secure treatment, rearrange appointments and create an additional theatre slot to ensure care could continue without delay.
Throughout treatment, they demonstrated genuine compassion, empathy and kindness, helping patients feel safe, supported and understood.
Their commitment to patient-centred care makes a profound difference, regardless of treatment outcomes.
Jackie Garbett, Sister, ShropCom
Jackie is an exceptional nurse, mentor and role model whose compassion, professionalism and dedication leave a lasting impression on everyone she works with. Highly respected by patients and colleagues alike, she is known for her kindness, knowledge and unwavering support for others.
As a mentor, Jackie has inspired and shaped the careers of countless nurses, building confidence and encouraging people to achieve their potential. Her influence extends far beyond her clinical role, making a meaningful difference every day.
Palliative Care Team, SaTH
The Palliative Care Team provided extraordinary support, compassion and expertise throughout one family’s journey following a terminal cancer diagnosis. By ensuring effective pain management, coordinating care and offering reassurance during difficult times, they built a trusted relationship with both patient and family.
Their dedication helped provide dignity, comfort and peace during the final stages of life. The exceptional care delivered by the team, particularly Heidi and Helen, left a lasting impact and exemplifies the very highest standards of compassionate healthcare.
Tracy Diver and Cheryl Jackson, Healthcare Assistants, SaTH
Tracy and Cheryl provided outstanding care, compassion and dignity to a patient during the final days of his life. Through their kindness, warmth and genuine human connection, they ensured he felt respected, valued and understood at a time of great vulnerability.
Their support extended beyond the patient to his family, offering comfort and reassurance during an incredibly difficult period. Embodying the very best of person-centred care, Tracy and Cheryl demonstrated that compassion is at the heart of exceptional healthcare.
The Annual Moving to Excellence Awards will take place on Friday 23 October 2026.
Thank you to our sponsors, CPW, Edmond Shipway, Group Nexus, Key Construction, ModuleCo, OneRetail, SoftCat, SCC/HPE, System C and VINCI Building (part of the joint venture IHP).
Find out more about our awards and sponsors on our websites:
· SaTH website: https://www.sath.nhs.uk/m2eawards/ · Shropcom website: https://www.shropscommunityhealth.nhs.uk/M2EAwards