Local resident Tracy Clare Myhill has been recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours List for her service to NHS Wales.

The former Chief Executive of both Swansea Bay University Health Board (SBUHB) and Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust will be awarded an Order of the British Empire.

Tracy's career began in 1984 as a receptionist in Cardiff's Dental Hospital. She progressed into Human Resources and became professionally qualified, leading to a successful career with HR Director roles at local and national level.

During the last 24 years, she has worked in a number of Board level roles including as a Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Executive, Executive Director, and National Director in a range of healthcare and government settings.

Tracy retired as Chief Executive of SBUHB in January 2021 after guiding the organisation through much of the COVID-19 pandemic. She lives in Penarth with her wife Dee and has four adult children.

Reacting to the news, Tracy said: "I've been so privileged to have had such an extraordinary and rewarding career – from receptionist to chief executive – working with so many exceptional and inspirational people.

"I have been, and remain, passionate about improving the health of the population and health services for the people of Wales and whilst now retired from the NHS, I remain dedicated to supporting people and organisations to be the best they can be.

"And to every receptionist out there, I say you too can achieve anything you dare to dream of."