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Catherine Stewart retires

Catherine Stewart retires

Friends and colleagues paid a fond farewell to receptionist Catherine Stewart who retired in March after 25 years service. Catherine (Cath), who worked in the out-patient department (reception B) at Wishaw General Hospital, began her career with NHS Lanarkshire in 1991 as a receptionist at Strathclyde Hospital, Motherwell.  In 1996, Cath moved to Law House […]

Marie is midwife of the year

Marie is midwife of the year

All of our midwives are fantastic but Marie Carroll-Smith has been judged extra special. Marie, who works at Wishaw General Hospital, has been honoured as the Mums’ Midwife of the Year 2016 for Scotland. The prestigious title is one of The Royal College of Midwives’ Annual Midwifery Awards. Marie was nominated by local woman Lynn […]

Staff celebrate at first annual awards ceremony

Staff celebrate at first annual awards ceremony

Healthcare staff from across NHS Lanarkshire were recognised for the inspirational work that they do at the first annual staff awards ceremony. The ceremony, which was held on 18 May, was opened by former Scottish international rugby player and BBC Radio Scotland presenter John Beattie. It saw staff being rewarded under nine separate award categories. […]

Bert McNaughton retires

Bert McNaughton retires

After 31 years service, Bert McNaughton retired from his post as portering services manager in February. Bert, who worked with the property and support services division (PSSD) at Law House, began his working career in March 1977 when he gained employment with British Leyland, a post he held until February 1984. On 10 April 1985, […]

David Hume retires after 35 years service

David Hume retires after 35 years service

After 35 years in the health service, David Hume is eager to point out that he is taking early retirement. David, who is originally from Nottingham, first came to Scotland as a student in 1977 when he studied at Dundee University. David’s career has spanned both sides of the border and it was while in […]