It was that time of year again for The Health Informatics Service, as they held their annual awards ceremony.The event celebrates the people who make and contribute to the success of the organisation. John Smith’s Stadium was packed out and the event was a great success which included sponsorship for many of THIS suppliers.

There were eight awards to be won and the group picture features the winners, the highly commendeds and sponsors.

Nominee Michael Simpson, a big friend of Comms, said: " It was a great afternoon with Mr Amos as quizmaster – chuckle was had by all."

The categories and their winners were as follows:

The winner of the driving change and innovation award was: Richard Hill

The winner of the dedication to customer service was: Adam Matthews

The winner of the rising star award was: Rachel Newburn

The winner of the quality champion award was: Paul Haithwaite

The winner of the team of the year award: Service Account Managers

The winner of the leadership award was: Melanie Hill

The winner of the directors awards was: Denise Vieria

The winner of the employee of the year award was: Richard Wharton (In attachment, pictured centre)

Congratulations to all nominees and winners!