Nominations

UNSUNG HERO AWARD

This award will go to a Scot who goes the extra mile every day but never asks for any recognition or reward.

The winner will have gone out of their way to make their home or community feel special.

Four nominees will receive an Unsung Hero Award and one will be named our overall Great Scot of 2017.

COMMUNITY CHAMPION AWARD Sponsored by Specsavers

This award celebrates an individual or group who work tirelessly to improve the lives of people in their local community.

ENTERTAINMENT AWARD

When it comes to entertaining, Scotland is world class. From music and comedy to writing and performing, we lead the way. The winner will follow in the footsteps of Biffy Clyro, Brian Cox and Kevin Bridges.

SPORT AWARD Sponsored by QTS

This award will go to someone who, through their hard efforts and determination, has achieved extraordinary sporting success or to someone who spends their free time training others in a sport they love. Either way, the winner will deserve recognition for their dedication to sport.

BUSINESS AWARD Sponsored by SP Energy Networks

Scotland is also an international force to be reckoned with in business. Previous winners include John Boyle, Duncan Bannatyne and Jennifer Cheyne.

CHARITY AWARD Sponsored by Stagecoach

When it comes to charity, Scotland is as big-hearted as you can get. The winner of this award will be an individual or group who have dedicated their lives to supporting an amazing cause.

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Sponsored by Macklin Motors Nissan

This award goes to someone who has made a contribution of outstanding significance in their field over a number of years. Past winners include Sir Alex Ferguson, Sir Jackie Stewart and The Krankies.

NATIONAL LOTTERY PROJECT OF THE YEAR Sponsored by National Lottery

Did you know that National Lottery players raise £30million a week for good causes? This award will go to a project that has used National Lottery funding to make life-changing differences in their community.