A speech and language therapist from Bradford District Care Trust has received a national accolade for her commitment to speech and language therapy.

Jane Norton won the Outstanding Contribution to Speech and Language Therapy prize at the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists’ Giving Voice awards ceremony in London.

The awards highlight the life-changing work of speech and language therapists and celebrate creativity and commitment to the profession.

Jane was presented with her award by The Countess of Wessex in recognition of her work to develop a range of educational videos that highlight the specialist help available to help local people with communication, swallowing, eating or drinking difficulties.

Jane said: “It’s fantastic to win the award. It really was a team effort. But the real stars of our service are the patients, carers and parents. Many patents improve or overcome their speech and language difficulties with our support. This award is for them.”