04.12.2025

Medirest wins at National Association for Healthcare Security Awards

Medirest, the healthcare sector of food and support services provider, Compass Group UK & Ireland, is celebrating after winning several awards at the National Association for Healthcare Security (NAHS) Awards.

Established to recognise outstanding achievements in healthcare security, nominations are submitted throughout the year and must be completely anonymous. The awards were presented at a black-tie event as part of the NAHS Annual Conference at The Slate, University of Warwick on 26 November 2025.

Medirest winners on the night were:

• Healthcare Security Officer - Kofi Boakye Obeng Kyei, North Middlesex (Highly Commended -Nana Adu North Middlesex)
• Healthcare Woman Role Model - Helene Carlsson, London North West (Highly Commended - Casey Browne, North Middlesex)
• Healthcare Diversity Initiative - Casey Browne, North Middlesex

Matt Johnson, Head of Healthcare Security, Compass Group UK & Ireland said: “This is a fantastic result for Medirest, showcasing the dedication and expertise of our team who work tirelessly every day to protect patients, staff, and visitors. Healthcare security faces unique and evolving challenges, and these awards validate our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and excellence in keeping our hospitals safe. We have amazing people doing this important job, with care and empathy - well done to all our very worthy winners and finalists.”

Medirest was also shortlisted for:

Security Officer of the Year

• Moin Ilyas, Peterborough
• Yaovi Apetovi, Peterborough
• Mahhamad Asif, Peterborough
• Chigo Alozie, North Middlesex
• Casey Browne, North Middlesex
• Ronaldo Ocson, London North West
• Younes Ghouloul, London North West
• Farukh Ali, London North West
• Paul Harding, Whiston

Security Team of the Year - North Middlesex, London North West

Security Manager of the Year - Aman Joshi, Peterborough and Luke Redhead, London North West

Violence Prevention and Reduction Initiative - London North West