On Thursday 3 September, Nottingham CityCare hosted its annual Long Service Awards, an annual celebration recognising colleagues who have reached remarkable milestones of 20, 30, and 40 years of continuous NHS service.
The event hosted by Chief Executive Dr Nicole Atkinson and Director of People, Communications and Inclusion Namdi Ngoka, took place at Aspect House.
Opening the ceremony, Dr Atkinson and Namdi Ngoka paid tribute to the commitment shown by CityCare's longest-serving colleagues. Together, this year's award recipients represented an incredible 780 years of NHS service, spanning decades of compassion, expertise and dedication to improving health and wellbeing in the NHS.
During their speeches, they reflected on the significant changes seen throughout many recipients' careers, from advances in healthcare and technology to wider changes in society, while recognising that their commitment to supporting others has remained a constant throughout. They also highlighted the lasting impact colleagues have made through countless interactions, decisions and moments of care that have helped shape the lives of patients, families and communities.
The ceremony continued with individual award presentations for each service milestone. Colleagues received commemorative trophies and certificates in recognition of their dedication and contribution to both CityCare and the NHS. The event concluded with group photographs and heartfelt congratulations from colleagues and senior leaders.
Colleagues who reached key milestones:
Speaking about the event, Dr Nicole Atkinson, Chief Executive, said:
“Today was a wonderful opportunity to recognise and celebrate colleagues who have dedicated decades of their careers to supporting patients, families and communities across Nottingham. Collectively, our award recipients have contributed 780 years of NHS service, and that is an extraordinary achievement. Their compassion, professionalism and commitment have made a lasting difference to countless lives, and we are incredibly proud to thank them for everything they have given to CityCare and the NHS."
Namdi Ngoka, Director of People, Communications and Inclusion, said:
"Reaching a milestone of 20, 30 or 40 years of service is a remarkable accomplishment and reflects the dedication, resilience and expertise of our colleagues. The Long Service Awards are an opportunity to recognise not only the years of service given, but also the positive impact our people have had on patients, colleagues and communities over that time. On behalf of CityCare, I would like to congratulate everyone recognised today and thank them for their continued commitment."
Congratulations to our colleagues on achieving significant long-service milestones. These achievements reflect the lasting impact of your dedication and commitment, which continue to strengthen and shape our organisation.
View the photo library from the day below
Date published: 4 September 2026
