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On 25 November, The Faculty of Health & Social Care will make a number of awards during graduations. Stephen Welfare will receive an honorary Doctor of Science award for his work in reshaping the infrastructure that provides the NHS workforce in the region. Barbara Stuttle CBE is the Director of Quality & Nursing for South West Essex Primary Care Trust and has a nursing background spanning over 38 years, working mainly in the community and Primary Care Services. She will receive an Honorary Doctor of Health Science award for her leadership skills within the health sector

Two healthcare professionals are in line for honorary awards. Ruth May is a charismatic leader within the healthcare sector, her latest appointment has seen her take up the post of Chief Nursing Officer for the NHS East of England. She leads on the contribution of nurses, midwives and allied health professionals, and she receives an honorary Doctor of Science award. Dame Karlene Davis DBE served as General Secretary of the Royal College for the midwifery profession, until she retired in 2008. She is honoured for her lifelong devotion to improving the status of midwives in Britain and advancing the British midwifery service, and will receive an Honorary Doctor of Health Sciences award.