North West 

Last year, the Smith family from Milnthorpe felt their world come crashing down when their son Billy, who has Down Syndrome, became critically ill with sepsis.

Mark and Hayley were nominated as their work and actions had a life changing impact on the Smith family. Without their intervention and the way that they cared for Billy, Billy would not be here. Through their care and compassion, Mark and Hayley have given the Smith family the best gift in the world – the gift of life.

Nominated by: Cat Smith MP 
Congratulations to emergency medical technician Mark Wiley and paramedic Hayley Duxbury from the North West Ambulance Service. They quickly diagnosed a case of sepsis, saving the life of a young man with Downs Syndrome. Top team!