Which? Awards 2010

Which? has long been the champion of consumers and its publications are a must-read when you're planning a purchase, whether it's a car, a camera or vacuum cleaner. The company tests and analyses hundreds of products and services in the UK every year, whilst also campaigning for consumer rights, ensuring that the customer is placed at the heart of responsible business practice.

THE WINNERS

This year's Which? Award winners were announced on 19th May at the prestigious British Museum.  The theme was 'Who Cares, Wins', celebrating businesses where customer satisfaction is key and is delivered to the highest possible standards.

The Awards were co-hosted by Which? Chief Executive, Peter Vicary-Smith and broadcaster, Kirsty Young. The winners were as follows:-

Best Financial Services Provider
First Direct

Which? Local Business of the Year
SMD Electrical Services Ltd (Part P Registered)

Best Car Manufacturer
Skoda

Best Technology Services Provider
O2

Best Online Retailer
Johnlewis.com

Best Domestic Appliance Brand
Miele

Best Airline
Air New Zealand

Best Audio-Visual Brand
Panasonic

Best Retailer
Richer Sounds

Which? Consumer Champion Award

This award recognises an outstanding contribution made by an individual to further consumer cause. Stewart Mackenzie received the award this year, in recognition of his hard work improving people's experience of legal services in Scotland for the last ten years.

Good Food Guide Readers' Restaurant of the Year

Jason Atherton, formerly chef at Gordon Ramsay's Maze restaurant, announced the winner of this much sought after award.  Voters had nominated restaurants and regional winners announced ahead of the Awards. The winner was The Swan at Southrop in the Cotswolds. Sebastian Snow, owner, was clearly delighted that his team's hardwork had been recognised by both Which? and their happy clients, especially since this is only the Snows' second year of trading at The Swan.

VIDEO

Watch a video of Which? Chief Executive, Peter Vicary-Smith, announcing the winners, by clicking here.

20 May 2010