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UNSUNG heroes from across the Staffordshire Moorlands are to be honoured for their efforts

Courageous children, carers and charity fund-raisers are just some of the people set to be recognised by a new community awards for the Staffordshire Moorlands.

The Post and Times and Staffordshire Moorlands District Council have joined forces to launch Moorlands Heroes, and we’re calling on our readers to put forward people from within their community.

Each week we will be telling the stories of our nominees, with shortlisted groups and individuals invited to a glittering awards evening at Alton Towers in January 2019.

Readers who want to make a nomination for the Moorlands Heroes Awards should email leslie.jackson@reachplc.com or jennifer.amphlett@reachplc.com with ‘Moorlands Heroes’ in the subject box. They should include their name and contact telephone number, plus the details of the person they would like to put forward, and preferably, a recent photo.

Child or Teenager of Courage: This category will recognise any youngster who has overcome adversity or shown outstanding bravery and maturity beyond their years.

Carer of the Year: This will recognise a team, family or individual demonstrating duty or devotion beyond the norm. this category is not to paid, professional carers.

Fund-raiser of the Year: This category will recognise a tireless charity fund-raiser of any age and for any cause.

Bright Star of the Year: Open to people under 21. It is designed to recognise people who have shown dedication and distinction in their chosen field, which could include education, a hobby or voluntary work.

Adult Achiever of the Year: To recognise someone over 21 who achieves great things in the workplace, excels at their profession, has achieved distinction in a hobby or pastime or who has gone beyond the call of duty to nurture or inspire others.

Community or Voluntary Group of the Year: We want to hear from groups which have worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life for people in the community.

Special Recognition: This will recognise people whose efforts and achievements do not fit into other categories.