Fiona Dry nominated for her work in the custodial system

Best Beginnings' Fiona nominated for prestigious award

Fiona Dry, our North of England Regional Facilitator, is also a Specialist Midwife for the Judicial system in County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust.

We would like to say a huge congratulations to Fiona as she has been nominated for a Special Recognition Award for her ongoing work around designing pathways for maternity care in the custodial system.

We are very proud of you Fiona!

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