Nominations are now open for the Markel 3rd Sector Care Awards.

The awards celebrate those working in the not-for-profit health and care sector across Huntingdon.

Organised by Care Management Matters (CMM) and developed in association with the National Care Forum, the awards aim to honour the contributions of individuals and organisations in the not-for-profit sector.

Neil Galjaard, divisional managing director at Markel, expressed enthusiasm for the event, saying: “Every year, we are inspired by the incredible stories of how people and organisations across the UK make a real difference in people’s lives – so we want to hear from those working in the not-for-profit sector in Huntingdon to celebrate their work and provide them with the recognition they deserve."

The awards are free to enter, and various categories are available for different roles within the sector.

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However, the deadline for submissions is Friday, October 23.

Shortlisted nominees will receive complimentary tickets to the ceremony, which will take place at The Grand Hotel in Birmingham on March 14, 2025.

The event will gather leaders in health and social care from across the UK to celebrate the achievements of the winners and finalists.

Lisa Werthmann, director at CMM, emphasised the importance of the awards, stating: “It is a real privilege to have founded and organise the Markel 3rd Sector Care Awards – which is such a significant and uplifting event.

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“I urge everyone working in this sector to nominate your colleagues and also recognise your own hard work so that we continue to recognise excellence through what promises to be a truly inspiring celebration.”

For more information on the Markel 3rd Sector Care Awards and to submit a nomination, visit: caremanagementmatters.com/markel-3rd-sector-care-awards-2024.

Markel provides specialist support to the care sector, including insurance, legal, tax, and consultancy services.