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Civic Awards return: Time to recognise heroes in your community

1:46 pm, Monday, 2nd October 2023 - 7 months ago

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Nominations have now opened for the 2024 Civic Awards. The awards are an annual celebration of prominent people doing good work in North East Lincolnshire.

North East Lincolnshire Council’s Civic Offices formally launched the nomination process on Friday ahead of what will be the third year of the Awards.

Last year, over 200 nominations were received from members of the public, with 21 nominees shortlisted and 7 winners on the night.

The Worshipful the Mayor of the Borough of North East Lincolnshire, Councillor Ian Lindley, said he was thrilled that the awards returning.

“I’ve previously observed the success of these awards and the sheer elation and gratitude of those who are nominated, and I think it has become an important civic function.

“It’s absolutely right and proper that we continue to recognise and praise those in our communities who do good work, whether they be a volunteer, or a veteran, or a business leader.

“I would urge anyone who knows of a bright star in the area to get themselves online and submit a nomination. This is about celebrating the spirit of our borough.”

This year, there are eight categories and each one has a presenter who will champion their category, these include:

  1. Mayor’s Community Impact Award
  2. Environmental Impact Award
  3. Sporting and Wellness Impact Award
  4. Business in the Community Award
  5. Charity/Volunteer of the Year Award
  6. Inspirational Young Person Award
  7. Good Neighbour Award
  8. Veteran in the Community Award

Nominations are now open for the Civic Awards. Nominations close at 5pm on Wednesday 31st January 2024.

All the nominations will be passed to the Civic Awards Panel, who will meet in February 2024 to select the winner of each category.

Winners will be invited to a special ceremony at Grimsby Town Hall in March 2024 to celebrate their award.

Say thank you to someone who is making a difference by nominating them at www.nelincs.gov.uk/CivicAwards.

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