The Children’s Services Planning Team is celebrating a significant achievement after receiving recognition at the Strategic Planning and Performance Group (SPPG) Staff Awards and Recognition Event 2026.

Held on 16 October 2026 at SPPG’s Linenhall Street offices in Belfast, the annual event brought together staff and senior leaders from across the organisation to celebrate excellence, innovation and the valuable contribution colleagues make to improving health and social care services across Northern Ireland.

The Children’s Services Planning Team was delighted to be shortlisted as a finalist in two team award categories, recognising the team’s commitment to collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.

Partnership and Driving Success Award Winners

The Children’s Services Planning Team was named winner of the Partnership and Driving Success Award, recognising the team’s outstanding work in bringing partners together to improve outcomes for children, young people and families across Northern Ireland.
This award acknowledges the team’s dedication to effective partnership working, collaborative planning and driving meaningful change through strong relationships with statutory, community and voluntary sector organisations.

Innovation in Data Intelligence Award Finalists

The Children’s Services Planning Team (Funding Model Project) was also recognised as a finalist in the Innovation in Data Intelligence category. This acknowledgement highlights the team’s innovative approach to using data and evidence to inform planning, support decision-making and enhance service delivery.

These achievements reflect the professionalism, commitment and innovation demonstrated by the Children’s Services Planning Team to improving the lives of children and young people across the region. Their work demonstrates how collaboration, creativity, and data-driven approaches can lead to meaningful change and better outcomes for families.

Congratulations to Bronwyn, Valerie, Sharon, Yvonne and Louise