Nominate your local heroes in Blaby district

RESIDENTS of Blaby district are urged to nominate their inspirational local heroes and community groups for the district council’s Outstanding Achievement Awards.

Now in their sixteenth year, friends, family and workmates can put forward individuals and groups who they think deserve recognition for making a difference in their community.

The four categories for entries are Good Friend/Good Neighbour, Volunteer of the Year, Young Achiever of the Year and Best Community Group/Achievement.

Finalists and their guests will be invited to an evening ceremony at the Marriott Hotel on October 3, which celebrates and honours all of the finalists.

Prize money of £750 will be available in each category.

Councillor Terry Richardson, leader of Blaby District Council, said: “We are now in our sixteenth year of these awards, and we are so proud to hold them to recognise the inspirational people who continue to make this district a great place to live, work and visit.

“Our thanks go to our sponsors who have helped to ensure these awards are possible.

“I look forward to reading the nominations and encourage everyone to put forward the person or group they think deserves to be recognised before the deadline.”

For more information on each category and to nominate, visit the Blaby District Council website.

To request a paper copy, email public. relations@blaby.gov.uk or call 0116 272 7577.

Nominations close at midnight on August 11.