Council Worker of the Year Awards 2010 - Winners have been announced
The winners have been chosen by you the public! Click on each category to see who has won.
Paul Vernon
Driver, Ring and Ride - Bath and North East Somerset Council
Paul Vernon works as a driver for the Midsomer Norton and Radstock 'Ring and Ride' which provides an essential transport service to people that cannot easily get out and about on their own. In 2008 Paul came to the rescue of two elderly residents - both were Ring and Ride customers. When driving past their home he noticed smoke coming from the ground floor. The whole of the ground floor was heavily smoke logged and the kitchen was well alight due to a chip pan fire. Paul entered the smoke-filled building and helped two elderly residents, one of whom was disabled, to safety. After ascertaining that no other people were inside, Paul asked a passer-by to call the emergency services, ensuring that the fire was brought under control and everyone involved received prompt medical treatment for smoke inhalation. Paul's prompt and calm response and rescue, without doubt, saved the lives of two elderly people.
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Caring 2009
A council worker who has demonstrated outstanding care towards others -
Transformation 2009
A council worker whose work has transformed a project to benefit the community or council -
Leadership 2009
A council worker who has shown great leadership skills and is an inspiration to those around them -
Green Award 2009
An individual who has developed a green initiative that has had a beneficial impact on the environment -
Lifetime Service 2009
A council worker who deserves recognition for long and outstanding service to their council -
Working with Young People 2009
A council worker who has shown exceptional dedication in the service of young people -
Team of the Year 2009
A council team whose work has shone and stood out above all others -
Innovation 2009
A council worker whose innovative work has benefited the council or the wider community -
Bravery 2009
A council worker who has demonstrated an exceptional feat of bravery in the course of their daily life -
Community Engagement 2009
A council worker who has found effective ways for their council to engage more with its community