Trust receives high commendation at HSJ Awards 2023 in the category ‘Trust of the Year’

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to be awarded a high commendation in the Trust of the Year category at this year’s HSJ Awards 2023, which recognises outstanding contributions to health and patient care.

This year, the category Trust of the Year, saw a record-breaking 1,456 entries. The high volume - and exceptional quality - of applications on a national scale, once again highlights the level of commitment to patient care within the UK’s healthcare networks.

Following a rigorous judging process, by a panel of diverse and highly influential figures including chief executives of several NHS trusts and individuals across the healthcare industry, Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust was among those shortlisted for the prestigious Trust of the Year category, recognising the best of UK healthcare.

Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust is proud to be one of the top performing and safest trusts in England, serving a population of 1.5million in North West London and beyond, through two acute hospitals and 12 award-winning sexual health clinics.

Lesley Watts, Chief Executive of Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust said:

“I’m delighted that the Trust has been highly commended at this year’s HSJ Awards. This national recognition is true testament to the dedication and commitment from our workforce, and the exceptional care that is provided day in day out at the Trust.

“We strive to be an employer of choice, supporting our staff in their development and giving them the tools to provide the very best patient care. We do this by continuing to innovate our services with the latest digital technology and ensure we deliver the best patient experience. I am exceptionally proud of the work we do and this recognition goes out to each and every member of staff at the Trust.”

The full list of Winners and those Highly Commended for the HSJ Awards 2023 can be viewed here.