Early day motion · EDM 2011 · 13 Oct 2025

Tribute to Fiona Higginson

Tabled by Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat) 8 signatures

The motion

That this House celebrates the life and career of Fiona Higginson, who served as the Matron of Yeovil District Hospital's (YDH) Emergency Department, who tragically passed away on 30 August 2025; acknowledges her deep and abiding commitment to public service, demonstrated by her over 30 years of service at YDH; notes with admiration her exceptional compassion, kindness, and dedication, which were evident from her early work in elderly care medicine through to her leadership of the YDH Emergency Department; recognises that she led the Emergency Department with professionalism and good humour, consistently advocating for her patients and staff; and extends its deepest condolences to her family, friends, and the many colleagues she mentored and inspired.

Signatories (8)

Adam Dance Primary sponsor 10 Oct 2025
Jim Shannon 14 Oct 2025
Helen Maguire 14 Oct 2025
Clive Jones 15 Oct 2025
Sarah Dyke 15 Oct 2025
Mr Angus MacDonald 20 Oct 2025
Adam Jogee 20 Oct 2025
Dr Al Pinkerton 3 Dec 2025

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