Recently, our colleagues from across Bristol NHS Foundation Trust (BFT) attended our 2026 annual Staff Awards. At one of our largest events yet, staff came together to celebrate an amazing year of achievements at Ashton Gate Stadium.
With a monumental number of nominations, it was no easy feat for our judges to choose winners from across our trust. A massive congratulations to all winners and everyone who was shortlisted. Your hard work, dedication and commitment to our patients and communities’ shines through.
Check out this year’s award categories and our winners below:
• Patient Choice Award - Molly Fathers
• Unsung Hero Award - Jess Carter
• Compassionate Colleague Award - Grace Teague & Ann Clark
• Volunteer Award - Dave Jordan
• Team of the Year Award - ePrescribe CMM Project Team
• Excellence in Leadership and Culture Award – Elisangela Clarke
• Innovation Award - Bristol Community Emergency Medicine Service
• Sustainability Award - Critical Care Sustainability MDT
• Health Equity and Community Impact Award - Health Equity in Cancer Services Improvement Programme
• Improving Value and Efficiency Award - Louise Bracey
• Fundraiser Award - Arts & Culture Team
• Chief Executive's Award - Bristol Laser Centre
• Outstanding Patient Care Award - Reducing instances of interpersonal violence
• Patient Experience Award - Charlotte Light