Congratulations to RCOT members from across the UK who have been recognised in the Queen's New Year Honours list:
- Inga Warren: CBE for services to the care of premature babies
- Hazel Winning: OBE for her contribution to health and social care in Northern Ireland
- Kate Robertson: OBE for services to occupational therapy
- Amy Farrell: British Empire Medal for services to the NHS during the COVID-19 response
Justine Norris, a former member of RCOT, has also been awarded an MBE for services to the NHS during COVID-19.
Commenting on the awards, RCOT Chief Executive, Julia Scott, said:
“Huge congratulations to Amy, Hazel, Inga, Kate and Justine as well as all allied health professionals who have been awarded honours. The awards are thoroughly deserved and these occupational therapists are truly a credit to the profession.
“Some of these awards recognise the hard work and dedication that occupational therapists have made throughout their careers, while others particularly highlight their services in the response to COVID-19. Every day they have helped, and continue to help, people recover from the virus and to keep vital services going at a time of crisis. Their dedication and determination does them great credit and supports the provision of skilled and high quality occupational therapy services to those in need.”
More details on the honours can be found at the Government's website.