"The North of England Excellence Awards not only recognise the leading organisations in the region; previous winners have gone on to achieve further recognition in the UK Excellence Awards and the EFQM Excellence Awards." Matt Fisher, Chief Operating Officer, EFQM

North of England Excellence Awards 2012 – The North's most prestigious awards

The North of England Excellence Awards are regarded as the North's most prestigious awards and have been held annually since 1994. The Awards are rigorous and different because:

• They are the only Awards in the North of England to be supported and endorsed by the British Quality Foundation and the Chartered Quality Institute
• A qualified assessor team performs a desk top and site visit analysis of your application which ensures that finalists and winners truly represent best practice
• These regional awards form the basis for progression to the UK and Eligibility to enter the Awards

Why enter the Awards?

• Benchmark yourself against other organisations, other sectors and a Model of Excellence
• Receive a comprehensive Feedback Report which will provide a robust and practical improvement agenda
• Demonstrate your commitment to high standards and continual improvement
• Receive external recognition of the progress you have made towards Excellence
• Gain Public Relations and promotional opportunities.

Contact Suzanne on 01925 715245, or see the downloads page, for information about the 2012 Awards or to register your interest in making a submission.