The Independent’s Rebecca Thomas named health journalist of the year at Press Awards for second year running
Rebecca Thomas of The Independent has been awarded health journalist of the year at the Press Awards for the second consecutive year. Her investigative work, which included exposing a rapist NHS nurse and advocating for vulnerable patients, was highlighted by the judges. Thomas expressed gratitude for the recognition and the support she received in telling impactful stories.
- ▪Rebecca Thomas was named health journalist of the year at the Press Awards 2026.
- ▪Her investigation into a rapist NHS nurse led to significant changes in healthcare regulations.
- ▪Thomas's reporting has focused on vulnerable patients and has resulted in real-life changes.
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NewsUKHome NewsThe Independent’s Rebecca Thomas named health journalist of the year at Press Awards for second year runningMs Thomas was praised for exposing wrongdoing and standing up for society’s most vulnerableHarriette Boucher Friday 22 May 2026 12:52 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true,"showBookmark":true,"articleId":"b2981841","articleMeta":{"url":"https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/rebecca-thomas-health-journalist-press-awards-2026-b2981841.html","title":"The Independent’s Rebecca Thomas named health journalist of the year"}}Rebecca’s investigation into an NHS…
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