Trust News

Interweave Win At HFMA Awards

Interweave, hosted by Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust, have won the Delivering Value with Digital Technologies award at the HFMA National Healthcare Finance Awards.

The award win recognises the development of an integrated digital platform that is addressing the fragmentation of patient data across the system. The Interweave platform was developed closely with three Yorkshire Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), covering more than 74 organisations from health and social care, GP practices and care homes.

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Celebrating Multiple Wins At The CIO Live Awards 2025

Congratulations to our Trust’s Chief Information Officer, Deputy Chief Information Officer and Interweave Team who were all recognised at the CIO Live Awards 2025.

These awards recognise leaders and teams for their work in driving digital transformation, innovation and value through technology. They bring CIOs from across health and social care together to celebrate their shared passion and outstanding work.

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School Nursing Excellence Celebrated at National SAPHNA Conference

A highlight of the event was the recognition of Kerry Moody, who was named Leader of the Year for School Nursing. The prestigious award celebrates outstanding leadership and impact within the profession. Kerry’s nomination, submitted by Heidi Fewings, highlighted her exceptional commitment to children, families and communities, particularly within rural settings.

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How we are Protecting and Keeping our Staff Well this Winter

This winter, the Trust is continuing to take positive steps to protect the health and wellbeing of our workforce, ensuring they can continue to provide safe, high-quality care to patients.

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Celebrating Our Humbelievable Teams At The 2025 Staff Awards

On Friday 28 November 2025, Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust held our annual Staff Celebration Event to celebrate the fantastic and innovative work of our teams and staff. The event is the culmination of staff nominating each other and a rigorous shortlisting process, where members of EMT and the Board choose the finalists from a long list of exceptional candidates.

This year’s glittering event, hosted by Blair Jacobs, was held at the Mercure Grange Park Hotel in Willerby, and was supported by generous sponsors including Trust Charity Health Stars. Thank you to our sponsors Sewell City Care, Scribes, Capsticks, GenNorth, D3 Office Supplies, ACA Architects, Interweave and Humber projects for making an event like this happen for our staff.

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Humber Research Team Conference 2025

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust’s Research Team organise their annual Research Conference to share the incredible work taking place every day into health research and practice. As part of the day, the team shared a unique insight into a week in the life of Research showing the diversity of roles within the team, but also the breadth of research the Trust is involved in and the positive impact it has had on those who have taken part. View their video.

This year’s conference marked its 8^th year and was held at the MKM Stadium in Hull.

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Sarah Rockliff Appointed As Associate Director Of Psychological Professions

The Trust is very pleased to announce that Sarah Rockliff has been appointed as Associate Director of Psychological Professions and will take up the post officially from 1^st January 2026. This appointment follows a rigorous and competitive selection process, during which Sarah distinguished herself among a strong group of candidates.

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Recognising The Volunteers Who Go The Extra Mile

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust is proudly supported by a team of volunteers who give their time to support staff and patients across a wide range of health care services. These volunteers were recognised for their contributions at the Trust’s Volunteer Awards event held in Willerby this November.

This was the first event of its kind and stepped on the shoulders of the Trust’s annual Staff Awards, which have always included a volunteer category. In 2025 the decision was made to create a wider event celebrating the hard work and dedication of the volunteers who give up their time for the benefit of patients. Organisers shared that there were too many inspiring individuals supporting the Trust to choose only one for an award, so the Volunteer Awards were created.

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Trust Christmas Trees In Beverley Minster

This year Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust’s East Riding 0-19 team are hosting a beautifully decorated Christmas Tree at the annual Beverley Minster Christmas Tree Festival. Each December, Beverley Minster opens its doors to visitors showcasing trees decorated by multiple organisations and people. This year’s festival is showcasing over 150 beautifully decorated trees and is open until 14^th December for visitors to view the collection.

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Carols Round the Christmas Tree

This December the Trust’s annual Carol Service went on the road and visited several services and sites to spread the joy even further than usual. And those services and staff who couldn’t be visited were able to watch and join in online, plus they all received a hamper to enjoy.

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Governor Profile

Please can you tell us what led you to become a governor?

I’ve always been interested in health, and my GP suggested that I apply. The idea of being a governor sounded challenging, but the application form said, “no experience required,” which encouraged me to give it a try.

When did you become a governor?.

I applied in November 2024 and I’m now coming to the end of my first year as a Public Governor for Hull.

What experiences did you have that best prepared you for this role?

I was a teacher, so I have experience working in a public institution and some understanding of how decisions are made. I’ve also supported family members through difficult times and completed art therapy training, which gave me insight into mental health settings.

What do you see as the most important responsibilities of a governor?

I see the role as being a conduit for feedback between the public and the Trust. A governor should listen and, when needed, act as a critical friend. At first, much of the business went over my head, but gradually I began to understand the structures and roles and felt able to contribute. Sometimes, asking simple questions has highlighted issues that needed closer attention and I’ve learned that’s exactly the point of the role - to ask questions.

What do you enjoy most about being a governor?

The time commitment is flexible and depends on how involved you want to be. On average, I spend about one day a month. Initially, the experience can feel daunting because the Trust is complex, but the Governors are very welcoming and understand that many people start with little knowledge of the organisation. They went out of their way to explain things and make me feel comfortable.

Meetings, whether online or at the Trust’s HQ in Willerby, are informative, and the monthly briefings really help explain what’s happening. One of the most enlightening experiences is a Place Visit, where you see how services work in practice.

I’d recommend anyone to give it a try. It’s educational, you meet interesting people, and you might even make a difference.

Council of Governors and Public Board Meetings

Public Trust Board meeting

Our next Public Trust Board meeting will be streamed live, Wednesday 28 January 2026 on the Trust YouTube Channel between 9.30am - 12.00pm.

Join the meeting.

Watch our latest Trust Board meetings here.

Council of Governors meeting

Join us online for our next Council of Governors meeting at 1:50 - 3:50pm on Thursday 15 January 2026.

For more information and to register your attendance, please contact the Membership Office:

Telephone: 01482 389132

Email: katie.colrein@nhs.net

Engagement Opportunities

We’re delighted to share an exciting opportunity for young people across Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire to help shape the future of local NHS services for children and young people.

The Humber Youth Action Group (HYAG) is a youth-led initiative run by Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust. Open to anyone aged 15–22, HYAG provides a platform for young people to share their experiences, ideas, and feedback to improve the care and support offered by our Trust.

What’s Involved

• Virtual sessions every three weeks via Microsoft Teams (6:00–8:00pm)
• Connect with like-minded peers and influence real change

Opportunities to:

• Co-design websites and digital content
• Join interview panels for NHS staff recruitment
• Create youth-led social media and marketing materials
• Help shape new services and campaigns

Support & Inclusion

HYAG is supported by our Children’s Services Engagement Team:

• Bethia Dennis – Engagement Manager
• Felicity Kettley – Engagement Coordinator

We are committed to inclusion and take individual needs into account, ensuring every young person feels confident and supported in participating.

How to Get Involved

We welcome all young people who are interested to join the group.

• Email us at hnf-tr.hyag@nhs.net to express interest
• Visit our HYAG webpage to watch a short animation explaining the group and what to expect

Health Stars have loads of exciting events coming up in 2026!

Abseil – Thursday 19^th March

Are you ready to face your fears and make a real difference? Join our Charity Abseil Challenge on 19 March 2026 and help raise vital funds for Health Stars.

Feel the adrenaline rush as you descend from Hull College safely harnessed, knowing every step brings will help enhance patient care across Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust. Whether you’re an experienced thrill-seeker or trying something daring for the first time, this is your chance to make an impact.

Get Caked – Sunday 19^th April

Run, trample and Get Caked in mud as you take part in this charity obstacle challenge! Tackle 5 miles of muddy and wet fun as you climb over, jump through, crawl under and run across natural and man-made obstacles in the stunning grounds of Sledmere House. 

Golf Day – Thursday 7^th May

Join us on Thursday, 7 May 2026, for the Health Stars Golf Day, raising vital funds for the Better Days Appeal.

The events takes place at the Malton and Norton Golf Club with a shotgun start. Teams of four will compete in a fantastic day of golf, complete with exciting competitions and prizes to be won!

Hull 10k – Sunday 31^st May

We are very excited to be offering FREE PLACES in the 2026 Hull 10K. Just pledge to raise £100 for Health Stars and enjoy the run!

Starting at Sewell Group Craven Park, home of the city's beloved Hull KR, participants will embark on a flat and fast course through East Park before returning to the stadium grounds.

Yorkshire Three Peaks – Sunday 19^th July

Join teams from NHS Charities from across Yorkshire for a test of endurance and spirit: the Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge. Conquer Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside, and Ingleborough - all within 12 hours.

This 24-mile trek through the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park promises breathtaking views, personal triumphs, and the camaraderie of fellow adventurers.

Skydive – Saturday 5^th September

Our tandem skydiving fundraiser is back for a second year!

Tandem skydiving is where you’re secured to a highly experienced instructor, so it’s the best and easiest way to experience the thrill of skydiving. After a short training session, all you need to do is enjoy the jump and let your instructor do all the hard work!

If you think it’s just for the adrenaline junkies, then think again! Ask any skydiver, there’s a real sense of freedom as you fall through the air from 10,000 feet. When the parachute opens, the tranquillity kicks in and you’ll see what it’s like to fly like a bird.

When tandem skydiving in Yorkshire you’ll see the Yorkshire Coast like never before. The white cliffs of Flamborough Head, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is only a short distance away. If the visibility is good you can follow the coastline from Whitby, right down to the Humber Bridge and beyond.

There’s even more opportunity to support Health Stars – check out our events diary!

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trusts - Expert by Experience Workforce

Celebrating 18 Months of Partnership, Progress and Change

Over the past 18 months, our Expert by Experience (EbE) initiative has grown into something truly special. Together, we’ve achieved incredible milestones:

• Partnered with 57 Experts by Experience
• Delivered 46 Expert by Experience projects across the Trust
• Contributed 1,350 reimbursed hours for EbE lived experience

Worked with us as an Expert by Experience? You’ve Made a Difference – Now Share Your Thoughts

Your involvement has been key to helping us move towards true co-production, where services are shaped by the people who use them. This approach is central to our Trust’s commitment to Patient, Service User and Carer involvement, and reflects the wider NHS ambition for collaborative service design.

Now, we’d love to hear from you. Please take a few minutes to share your feedback by completing our short survey. This survey can also be completed if you have supported the Trust with recruitment as a Panel Volunteer or shared your story, or experience of accessing our services, via a case study, presentation or attending a Trust meeting.

Please complete the Evaluating the Impact of Lived Experience Involvement feedback form - https://bit.ly/44vzq98

Your feedback will help us evaluate and evidence the real difference your involvement has made and share those positive changes within the Trust and our wider community.

Thank you for everything you’ve contributed, your input and perspective has helped shape real change in our Trust, and we deeply appreciate your time and expertise.

Let’s Get Social! Follow Health Stars for Updates on Events, News & More

Their mission is to enhance patient care and experiences for patients and their loved one using our services, whilst also funding staff health and wellbeing initiatives.

Give them a follow to discover the inspiring work they are doing across our Trust, how you can involved in fundraising event, and their latest news updates.

Did you know that the Trust’s Charity Health Stars are also on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram? Follow us to discover our latest stories, event news, and fundraising opportunities.

Find us on Facebook at /healthstars, LinkedIn at Health Stars and on Instagram at /Health_Stars

Become a member of our Trust. Sign up today!

Being a member of our Trust provides the opportunity to become involved and have a say in how our services are developed. Membership is free and you can be involved as much or as little as you would like. Find out how to get involved.

Friends and Family Test

The Friends and Family Test (FFT) is an important feedback tool that supports the fundamental principle that people who use NHS services should have the opportunity to provide feedback on their experience. It provides a mechanism to highlight patient experience and is vital in transforming NHS services, supporting patient choice and implementing changes based on your feedback.

Each month we will be sharing patient experiences from our different services, alongside a patient comment.

94.87%

of respondents thought they were involved in their care and listened to within our Addictions Services in November.

"Everyone has time for me, and everyone listens to me!"

Upcoming Awareness Dates - January 2026

New Year's Day: 1 January

Data Privacy Day: 28 January

Interested in getting more involved in these awareness dates, please contact the communications team at hnf-tr.communications@nhs.net

Feedback and Suggestions

Your feedback is invaluable to us! Whether you have comments, insightful ideas for potential articles, or a desire to contribute to upcoming editions, we welcome your input.

Feel free to reach out to us via email at hnf-tr.communications@nhs.net. We look forward to hearing from you!