Staff Awards finalist – Maureen Allan
Described by patients as “a ray of sunshine,” Assistant Practitioner Maureen Allan has been named a finalist in the 2025 NHS Lanarkshire Staff Awards for her exceptional support to older adults living with dementia and mental health conditions in Bellshill. Part of...
Staff Awards finalist – Lesley Mallon
Behind every improvement in patient safety at University Hospital Hairmyres, there’s a steady, thoughtful presence — and this year, Risk Management Facilitator Lesley Mallon has been named a finalist in the NHS Lanarkshire Staff Awards 2025. Lesley’s role spans...
Staff Awards finalist – Improving the Cancer Journey Team
Offering compassion beyond clinical care, the Improving the Cancer Journey Lanarkshire Team has been announced as a finalist in the 2025 NHS Lanarkshire Staff Awards. This innovative service provides a single point of contact for anyone affected by cancer — whether...
Staff Awards finalist – Joe Murdoch
For patients on Wards 15 and 16 at University Hospital Hairmyres, few things lift the mood like a visit from Joe Murdoch — and now the much-loved volunteer has been named a finalist in the 2025 NHS Lanarkshire Staff Awards. Since August 2024, Joe has dedicated his...
Speak Up Week: fostering a safe and supportive whistleblowing culture
We’re supporting the Independent National Whistleblowing Officer’s Speak Up Week, starting on Monday. This annual initiative is a reminder of the importance of nurturing a healthy “speak up” culture, empowering staff at every level to voice concerns, knowing they’ll...
Falls Prevention Week steps up with energy and action
Staff across NHS Lanarkshire have been stepping up to support Falls Prevention Week (22–26 September) – a dedicated campaign to raise awareness of how simple actions can reduce the risk of falls and keep people safe and steady on their feet. The week featured a suite...
Staff Awards finalist – Helen Gibson
After nearly 40 years of dedicated service, Medical Secretary Helen Gibson has been named a finalist in the 2025 NHS Lanarkshire Staff Awards — recognised for a lifetime of compassion, commitment and quiet leadership. Helen has been the constant behind Motherwell’s...
Latest discounts from NHS Staff Benefits
Save £££s on some great deals both in-store and online, all especially negotiated for NHS staff. To find out more, or sign up to receive all the latest discounts, visit: www.nhsstaffbenefits.co.uk Here are some of the latest deals from some fantastic brands. Get 20%...
Environmental and nature-based award for staff and patients
NHS Lanarkshire’s Learning Disability Service Occupational Therapy Team offers various green health treatment programmes for patients to get involved in to support their physical and mental health. This year, alongside patients who took part in the programme, three...
