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Winners 2002

2002 Winners

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ANTHONY PELTIER

Outstanding Bravery

When deputy headteacher Anthony Peltier was sent on a four-day first aid course, he knew the skills would come in... Read More
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BARBARA WHITE

Fundraiser of the Year

When three-year-old Joanna Hastings lay ill in hospital, Barbara White made a promise to her that would eventually help change... Read More
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DAVID BECKHAM

Sportsperson of the Year

It was on October 6 at Old Trafford that David Beckham was crowned the king of English football. The 26-year-old... Read More
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DEBBY DUMIGAN

Outstanding Bravery

Debby Dumigan has always been a good listener. If ever her family or friends have a problem it is always... Read More
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EMMA HONEY

Prince’s Trust Young Achiever

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JILL MCGOWAN

Carer of the Year

Jill McGowan knows better than most the misery caused by asthma. Not only is she a sufferer herself, but as... Read More
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JOSEPH ANDERSON

Child of Courage

When Joseph Anderson grows up, he hopes to be either a comedian or a clown. His impressions of Michael Caine... Read More
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KATIE-LOUISE BEYNON

Child of Courage

Late one evening last May, 12-year-old Katie-Louise was watching TV with her mother when she heard a loud bang from... Read More
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MARGARET JELLETT

Special Award

To her pupils, Margaret Jellett is a devoted art and design teacher whose dedication and enthusiasm is an inspiration. But... Read More
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KIRSTY HOWARD

Special Award

Six-year-old Kirsty Howard captured the nation’s heart when she was picked as a mascot for the England team in their... Read More
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MARK GLOVER

Linda McCartney Award for Animal Welfare

Just 15 years ago a fur coat was as much a status symbol as a Ferrari or a Rolex, but... Read More
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PC SIMON DELL

Beyond the Call of Duty

If it hadn’t been for the brave actions of PC Simon Dell, Christine Fox would today be a widow, grieving... Read More
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RICHARD EMMOTT

Outstanding Bravery

When Richard Emmott hung up his rugby boots for the last time, he had no idea that the skills he... Read More
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SANDRA WALTON

Teacher of the Year

In 1997, Pineapple Junior Infants School was a byword for failure. Its pupils were underachieving, attendance was low and morale... Read More
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SEAN MCNALLY

Child of Courage

Steven Portman lost his arm in a horrific accident, but if it hadn’t been for his best friend, Sean McNally,... Read More
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SIR JOHN SULSTON

Lifetime Achievement

President Bill Clinton called it “the most wondrous map ever produced by mankind”. Others have compared the mapping of the... Read More
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SOPHIE KNIGHT

Child of Courage

The floods that hit Britain in December 2000 cost the nation tens of millions of pounds in lost business and... Read More
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SOPHIE RENDER

Child of Courage

Sophie and Catherine Render have a bond that goes far deeper than most mothers and daughters. For the past three... Read More
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STEVE WARDLE

Neighbour of the Year

Before Steve Wardle moved on to the Grange Park housing estate, many of its residents were too scared to leave... Read More
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THE HEROES OF SEPTEMBER 11

Special Award

Emergency service workers the world over are prepared to put their lives on the line to save others. But rarely... Read More

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