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24.01.2025
Medirest on the shortlist for National MyPorter & MyCleaning Awards – in association with NHS England
Medirest teams and colleagues have been shortlisted in the 2025 The National MyPorter Awards and The National MyCleaning Awards.
The live awards ceremonies will take place in February over two consecutive days in central London. The events cast a well-deserved spotlight on these healthcare professionals who demonstrate exceptional dedication and commitment. The first day will celebrate Healthcare Cleaners, Domestic teams, and Auditors for their vital role in ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients. The second day will applaud the portering services for their outstanding work in supporting healthcare operations.
Our shortlisted colleagues include:
My Cleaning Awards
Domestic of the Year:
- Elzbieta Biel – University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Consisa Maconka – King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Team of the Year:
- Cleaning team - Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Leadership of the Year:
- Mercy Barnor Ekpeh – King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Auditor of the Year:
- Elaine Farmer – Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
My Porter Awards
Leadership of the Year
- Brian Kennedy - Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Lifetime Achievement award:
- Alan Sutton - Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Russell Blake, Managing Director, Healthcare – Compass Group UK & Ireland said:
“These awards present an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the exceptional work of domestic and portering professionals in hospitals throughout the UK. Our Medirest colleagues work in partnership with our clients to deliver the best possible experience to patients – they all work incredibly hard to uphold the highest standards and help ensure a safe environment each day.
I am very proud of all of our teams, but a special thanks and congratulations to everyone shortlisted.”