A Trust has been given an award for inclusion.

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW) received the award from Stonewall, a lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender rights charity, which is the largest LGBTQ+ rights organisation in Europe.

A spokesperson from CNTW said: "We’re proud to announce that CNTW has received a Silver Employer award from Stonewall.

"We're thrilled that our commitment to workplace inclusion and our support for the LGBTQ+ community have been recognised by Europe's largest LGBTQ+ charity.

"At CNTW, we're committed to advancing inclusivity and equality.

"This award is a testament to the efforts of our staff to create a welcoming workplace for all."