HEALTH staff in Darlington have been rewarded for their efforts.

Darlington Primary Care Trust launched the Outstanding Service Contribution and Recognition (Oscar) awards to mark the hard work and dedication of their staff.

The awards were presented at a ceremony at Darlington Football Club's Williamson Motors Stadium.

Trust chief executive Colin Morris said: "We are operating in an ever-changing world and in many ways things will never be the same again.

"But what remains constant is the undying commitment of the people that work in the health service. These awards recognise their spirit and courage."