Ann Nutt, chair of the Patient Panel at The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in His Majesty The King’s Birthday Honours announced today, 15 June 2024.
Our award-winning Patient Panel, which celebrated its tenth anniversary last year, was established by Ann Nutt and supports our patients and people across our hospitals.
Ann has been awarded a BEM in recognition of her work with the NHS. The BEM is a prestigious award given for an outstanding achievement or service to the community that has had a long-term, significant impact.
Ann Nutt, chair of the Patient Panel at PAHT, said: “I am absolutely delighted to have been awarded a British Empire Medal. It is a privilege to represent the people and patients cared for at PAHT and to also work in partnership with the people who care for them.
“The volunteers who make up the Patient Panel are enthusiastic and it is their commitment that brings so much to local people and patients. My thanks go to the members of the Patient Panel and everyone who has supported me.”
His Majesty the King’s Birthday Honours are announced now with recipients receiving their honour at one of a number of investiture ceremonies held later in the year.
Lance McCarthy, chief executive, PAHT, said: “I am delighted that Ann has been recognised for all her hard work and commitment to NHS patients. Ann is an advocate of local people and her connections to groups across the area that PAHT serves are a strong positive link for the hospital.”