Overview
- Local coverage on Nov. 2–3 reports members from Stourport, Colchester and Ilkeston/Kimberley selected among 42 semi-finalists at Slimming World’s 2025 Woman of the Year event in Derbyshire.
- Former England rugby international James Haskell praised the nominees as role models for taking control of their health during the semi-final celebrations.
- Michelle Stokes slimmed from 23st 11.5lbs to 11st 4.5lbs, a loss of 12st 7lbs, after her Stourport group voted to nominate her.
- Nicola Brooker lost 11st following a GP warning about weight-related risks and gained recognition after being chosen by her Old Heath group.
- Joanna Dalby shed 5st 4lbs after joining her Kimberley group, crediting healthier cooking and gradually increasing activity for improved confidence and wellbeing.