The shortlists for the 2021 Health Business Awards, sponsored by Honeywell Commercial Security, have been announced.

Since 2010, the Health Business Awards has been staged annually in order to recognise the many examples of innovation and excellence that happen every day in the NHS. Supported by Health Business magazine, the award categories incorporate facilities, technology, human resources, hospital management and transport as well as the Outstanding Achievement in Healthcare award, which is presented to an NHS organisation that has achieved sustained success in its role and has brought benefits to the wider NHS through dedication and expertise.

Join us on 9 December - live online - to see the winners revealed in 17 categories, including Healthcare IT, Hospital Building, Innovation in Mental Health and the Outstanding Achievement Award, which recognises NHS trusts bringing benefits to the wider NHS through the dedication and expertise of their staff.

Dr Mark Porter MBE will present the 2021 Health Business Awards.

Healthcare IT Award (sponsored by Philips Monitors)
The wider use of computer technology in the NHS is evident throughout the world, with many countries citing NHS projects as examples of good practice. This award will recognise an organisation that is responsible for implementing a ground breaking IT project that demonstrates clear cost benefits to the wider NHS.

• London Ambulance Service - Electronic Patient Care Record
• Cardiff and Vale University Health Board  - Eye Care Services
• Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Bradford Plaster Room
• NHS Arden & GEM CSU  - National Immunisation and Vaccination System
• Cambridge University Hospitals - Technology to Help Choose Energy Supply
• Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - GS1 Implementation

Sustainable Hospital Award (sponsored by Philips Monitors)
The environment in which people live and work, has a key influence on their health. This award recognises the NHS hospital that has made progress towards sustainability through the smarter use of energy, transport, waste management etc in order to strive towards a reduced impact of healthcare facilities on the environment.

• Northumbria Healthcare - Recycled Face Masks
• Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust - Carbon Literacy
• Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - New Sustainability Team
• South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Environmental Management System

Hospital Security Award (sponsored by Honeywell Commercial Security)
The critical assets of a hospital - its people, property, information and reputation - must be protected.  This award will recognise hospitals that have made significant steps towards a safer environment for patients and workers through the implementation of a security policy which incorporates the latest advancements in CCTV, access control and other monitoring technologies.

• Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital
• Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS
• Guy's & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust
• London Ambulance Service

Hospital Building Award (sponsored by Honeywell Commercial Security)
Since 1997, the NHS has seen a huge investment in its fabric - the biggest hospital building programme in its history. This award will be made to the new hospital building project that raises the standard of the healthcare environment and demonstrates value for money and project management excellence.

• Bolton NHS Foundation Trust - Clinical Assessment Unit
• Community Health Partnerships - Passivhaus Health Centre
• Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals - Newcastle Westgate Cataract Centre
• NHS Lanarkshire - New University Hospital Monklands
• North Cumbria Integrated Care - Cumberland Infirmary cancer centre
• Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust - New Heatherwood Hospital

Innovation in Mental Health Award
Awarded to NHS organisations who have made strides to improve to the experience and overall care of its patients.

• Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust - Peer Support Service
• Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Foundation Trust - Staff Mental Health Service
• Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust - Gardening/Royal Horticultural Society
• Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust - The Life Rooms
• Yorkshire Ambulance Service - Mental Health Response Vehicle Pilot

NHS Collaboration Award
Presented to the NHS Trust which has worked with other public/private sector organisations, such as local government, police, fire, charities, schools etc to engage the local community in preventative campaigns.

• Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust - Health Literacy in Schools
• Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust - Collaborative Newcastle
• Cardiff and Vale University Health Board - Optometry
• Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire CCG - New PCN
• Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust - Single Hospital Service

Patient Data Award
The need for timely, effective information in healthcare is key to realising the benefits of the huge investments in NHS staff and buildings. This award will recognise the most innovative introduction of new technology for secure  storage, retrieval and distribution of data throughout the NHS.

• NHS Arden & GEM CSU - Segmentation Model Individualised Towards Health (SMITH)
• South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust - Great North Care Record
• Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust - Business Intelligence Transformation
• East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust - BadgerNet Maternity Care
• East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust - Paper-Free Digital Patient System

Hospital Procurement Award
Recognising the NHS Trust that has delivered value for money and increased efficiency through smarter procurement practice. The winning trust will demonstrate the success of partnerships and collaborations to achieve procurement excellence and cost effectiveness.

• Medway NHS Foundation Trust - Education on Procurement Careers
• Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust - Orthopaedic Trauma Products
• South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust - Orthopaedic Trauma Products
• Bolton NHS Foundation Trust - Food Waste Reduction

COVID Response Award
Awarded to the NHS organisation which has implemented swift and successful measures in order to cope with the Covid-19 pandemic.

• Mid and South Essex Health and Care Partnership
• NHS Shared Business Services
• Barnsley Healthcare Federation
• Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
• University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Transport & Logistics Award
Awarded to the NHS Trust that has seen improvements in operational logistics including emergency services transport and coordination; fleet management; green transport; car parking and traffic management; postal services; and the supply of materials and goods.

• Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust - Elevated Helipad
• NHS Fleet Solutions (Northumbria Healthcare) - 500 Nissan Leafs
• The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - First All-Electric Patient Transport Vehicle
• Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust - Lower Emission Pool Car Initiative
• Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust - Riverboat Delivery Service

Ambulance Trust of the Year
This award is presented to the Ambulance Trust that has embraced change and demonstrated a decrease in response times, the ability to provide treatment at the scene of an accident, and the provision of outpatient services.

• West Midlands Ambulance Service
• Welsh Ambulance Service
• Yorkshire Ambulance Service
• South Central Ambulance Service

NHS Publicity Campaign Award
Awarded to the campaign which can demonstrate success in achieving its objectives. The winning campaign can be either internal or external and can combine media including press, radio, television and outdoor advertising.

• Mid and South Essex Health and Care Partnership - #EssexVaxVan
• NHS Blood & Transplant - Leave Them Certain Campaign
• NHS England - Live 1000 Lives
• Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust - No Excuse For Abuse

Patient Safety Award
Awarded to the NHS Trust which has made great strides in providing a safe hospital environment for patients, and has taken action to reduce Hospital Acquired infections and mortality rates.

• University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHSFT - Redirooms / Medical Assessment Unit
• Bolton NHS Foundation Trust - Clinical Assessment Unit
• Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust - Adult Eating Disorders Collaborative
• Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital - New Hospital Beds
• Hull University Teaching Hospitals - Eco Slide Sheet

Telehealth Award
Telehealth can provide benefits to patients, healthcare providers, and to community projects. This award will recognise the organisation that demonstrates the most innovative use of use of information and communication technology (ICT) to deliver health services, expertise and information over distance.

• Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust - Patient Telehealth App
• TEC Cymru | Digital Health Wales - Video Consulting Service
• Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Robotic Surgery Telementoring
• Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust / Medication Support Company

Estates & Facilities Innovation Award
The Estates & Facilities Innovation Award recognises NHS and other healthcare organisations that have developed innovative procedures for managing and maintaining healthcare facilities.

• Bolton NHS Foundation Trust - Clinical Assessment Unit
• Hull University Teaching Hospitals - Solar Panel Field
• Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Bevans Cafe & Shop
• Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust - Renewable Heating System
• Cambridge University Hospitals - Technology to Help Choose Energy Supply

Healthcare Recruitment Award
Improving patient access and choice depends on the quality and availability of staff in all areas of the hospital practice. This award will recognise the NHS organisation that has developed a robust recruitment policy that delivers both safety and continuity to patients.

• South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust - Local Recruitment Campaign
• Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Apprenticeship Programme
• Nottinghamshire Healthcare - Defence Employers Recognition Scheme
• North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust - Bridge to the Bank programme

Outstanding Achievement in Healthcare
Awarded to an NHS organisation that has achieved success in its role and brought benefits to the wider NHS through the dedication and expertise of its staff.