A Chesterfield carer who narrowly escaped death just a few months ago was a much-deserved winner of a community award. Amy Rodda, Care Service Manager at EMH Care, was rushed into hospital following an aortic dissection last year and was lucky to survive.

Graysons Solicitors sponsored the 'carer of the year' award, which was presented at Chesterfield’s Technique Stadium recently as part of the annual Community Awards.

Staveley Councillor Allan Ogle was one of Amy Rodda’s nominees. He singled out her "selfless efforts”.

Katie Birch, a senior private client advisor at Graysons, said: "I’ve seen first-hand the amazing and selfless work of some of the region’s carers through my work with various charities. There’s no doubt Amy Rodda was a worthy winner, and it was a privilege to play a part in her receiving the award."