NHS 'unsung hero' from Northampton reaches final of national competition

A Northampton woman has reached the final of a national competition to find young adults who have helped their communities throughout the Covid pandemic in 2020.

Lucy Proctor, 26, was nominated for the Urban Jungle's Heroes 2020 competition by her sister Claire Proctor.

Claire said: "Lucy has worked throughout the pandemic for the NHS in the medical records department.

"Despite feelings of anxiety, Lucy has carried on and shown dedication to her work by taking on extra hours to cover the rising workload.

"Lucy has also been my support bubble, ensuring I get to work safely by keeping me off public transport. She really is an unsung hero."

Jimmy Williams, CEO of Urban Jungle, - the company which is running the competition - said: "We think young adults have had to endure a lot in 2020 and want to do our bit to say thank you.

"We wanted to meet the people, hear the stories and give thanks and recognition to those who have helped us all through.

“Whether they went shopping for an ill neighbour, took up the slack at work when others couldn’t, or have been on the front line, we wanted to find those young adults and share their inspiring stories.”

The winner of the competition will receive a £250 Amazon voucher and become Urban Jungle's 2020 Hero. Four finalists will also win £50 Amazon vouchers.

To find out the prize winners on February 1 and to see the full list of finalists click here.

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