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thank you Karen

Published: 14th October 2026

“Karen, you’ve made this company stronger, better, more consistent, and a happier, safer place to work.” – Reg Patel, CEO

We recently celebrated Karen Hill and her fantastic service to Active Tameside as she retires.

Karen finishes her time with us as a Training Officer, specialising in the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) and First Aid qualifications. Through her role, Karen has played an important part in developing skills, building confidence and ensuring colleagues have the knowledge and training needed to help keep our customers safe.

Her contribution to Active Tameside goes beyond delivering training; it is about the people she has supported, the knowledge she has shared and the positive impact she has made throughout her service.

On behalf of everyone at Active Tameside, we would like to thank Karen for her dedication, commitment and everything she has contributed to the organisation over the years.

“She doesn’t buckle. She says that’s the standard, that’s the road you walk and if anyone knows Karen, [they know that is] her singular, most important quality: she doesn’t buckle. She is like a rock in the sea.”

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