THE Twyford Together Community Awards are set to return in March with nominations open now.
The awards celebrate individuals, groups and businesses who go that extra mile and make a difference to people’s lives across a number of categories.
The Edwin Ackers business of the year is for a local business that goes out of its way to support the community or deserves recognition for any other reason.
Retailer of the year is for a local shop, pub or café where punters consistently enjoy helpful service with a smile.
Young achiever of the year recognises a young person, aged 11 to 25, who has done something extraordinary in the local community.
Community group of the year is for any club, society, church or other interest group which voters deem the best.
Neighbour of the year is for that special someone who goes above and beyond to help others.
Charity of the year is for an organisation which deserves particular recognition for their tireless work in the local community.
The go green together Award recognises an individual or initiative dedicated to improving the local environment, whether through protecting the natural world, enhancing public spaces or educating others.
Sportsperson of the year is for someone who has been championing, promoting or performing sport or fitness activities in the community.
Organisers have advised that nominees can come from the wider RG10 area as long as their influence is felt strongly within Twyford.
There is no limit on the amount of nominations an individual can make, so long as the reasons are outlined in the online form.
Once nominations close on Sunday, February 5, a panel of independent judges representing different sectors of the community will compile a shortlist.
Finalists will then be invited to an awards ceremony starting at 5.15pm on Monday, March 13 at Buratta’s in Ruscombe.
Winners will be announced on the night alongside the Twyford Parish Council citizen of the year, which had a round of voting in November last year.
For more information, or to make a nomination, visit: twyfordtogether.org
