Congratulations to all the finalists at the D&G life awards last night - described as a ‘colourful celebration of the vibrancy and worth of the people of the region’ . The common thread in all the nominations, it was said, was ‘deep and unreserved human kindness’. So much talent, with so much strength and togetherness on show.
Experienced leader of people and services - believes in local government and the people who take responsibility for it. Haven't got it cracked yet. Still learning.
Congratulations to Lesley Watson for winning the Education Hero of 2024 award DgLife last night. Lesley has 42 years service ( though that is hard to believe) in leadership at all levels in schools across D&G and roles with our regional colleagues across the Ayrshires as well as with HMIe. The judges highlighted that she has ‘spent her whole career supporting children, families, teachers and school leaders in our region and has led the way with many national initiatives putting Dumfries and Galloway at the forefront of educational thinking’. Lesley is such a brilliant colleague and I was fair chuffed and proud to be her guest thanks to all for such a great night Andrea Thompson DL Derek Crichton
Awesome Congratulations Lesley and to all Winners... Disappointed I missed this year's DGLife awards ... one of the highlights of the region 🍾 🍾
Welfare Supervisor at Dumfries and Galloway Council
4moCongratulations Lesley