Philip Dunne MP has congratulated a senior Bridgnorth NHS clinician for being recognised with a lifetime achievement award for caring in the community.

Hazel Gregory, team leader at Bridgnorth Hospital’s Minor Injuries Unit has spent 42 years in the NHS, with 36 years working at NHS Bridgnorth Community Hospital. Her work has been recognised with a Mayor’s Award for 2020-21, for a lifetime’s vocation in selflessly caring for others in the community.

Mr Dunne was joined by local Bridgnorth Councillor Les Winwood, to congratulate Hazel in person, shortly after Mayor Kirstie Hurst-Knight had surprised Hazel with the Mayor’s award. Mr Dunne said:

“This year has shown just how fortunate we are to have so many committed, hardworking professionals in our NHS, not only here in Shropshire but across the country. Hazel is a prime example of that community minded dedicated service, with 42 years in the NHS, 36 of which have been here at Bridgnorth Hospital. I am so pleased her work has been recognised with the Mayor’s Award for Lifetime Service, and congratulate her wholeheartedly.”

Bridgnorth Councillor, Les Winwood, said:

“Hazel’s work for Bridgnorth community over the past 36 years is a real inspiration, and I was very pleased to be able to congratulate her on this well-deserved award. She is one of a brilliant cohort of hardworking NHS staff keeping our community safe and healthy, who all have our thanks.”