Dates for your diary:

Closing date for entries
Tuesday 4 November 2008

Judging date
Tuesday 12 January 2009

Awards ceremony
Friday 27 Feb 2009

 
 
  The judging process
  • Entries are submitted by email (to cristina@chamberdunn.co.uk) on a standard electronic form (see how to enter)
• Entries will be initially assessed against the judging criteria set out (take a look at our tips for making the finals)
• Shortlisted entrants will be invited to present their entry to a judging panel in London on 12 January 2009
• The leading entries in each category will be invited to attend the prestigious awards ceremony and lunch (27 February 2008) in London
• The decision of the judges will be final.
 
  Judging criteria
 

Entries will be assessed and scored according to the following criteria. Only the written submission will be considered so entrants are encouraged to demonstrate:

  • Measurable achievements
  • Expected benefits (including cost-effectiveness/value for money)
  • Sustainability
  • Leadership and team-working
  • Making a difference to patient/client care
   
  Your entry submission should address each of the 4 questions on the entry form directly. Your responses should be text only and not exceed the stated word limit.
Shortlisting judges will score you entry on the basis of evidence provided in each section ALONE (appendices WILL NOT be considered). Failure to address a question will result will impact your score at the shortlisting stage of the competition.