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September 19, 2017Local heroes across Renfrewshire are to be recognised as the Provost’s Community Awards open once again for nominations.
The awards are into their third decade and aim to give civic recognition to those who work or live in Renfrewshire, and are making a difference to their community.
Nominations can be made in six categories this year, an increase from five in previous years.
A new Arts and Culture award has been created which will seek out the hidden, or not so hidden, gems who light up Renfrewshire’s cultural scene.
Five other awards, Community Group, Community Volunteer, Sporting Achievement, Carers’ Award and Employer of the Year, give the opportunity for local people to give recognition to their colleagues, friends and family for the work they do in their community.
Renfrewshire’s Provost Lorraine Cameron said: “This will be my first Community Awards in my role as Provost and I can’t wait to see the nominations coming in.
“Our area is full of inspiring community members who deserve to be recognised for the difference they make to the lives of those around them.
“There are a number of different categories to nominate in so don’t miss your chance and nominate the people or groups who you think deserve to win a Community Award.”
The Community Group award is sponsored by the Piazza Shopping Centre and celebrates the organisations in Renfrewshire that have a positive effect on their communities.
Sponsored by Glasgow Airport, the Community Volunteer award recognises those who give their time and effort for nothing more than the knowledge that they are making a difference to their community.
Perennial award sponsor Acre Industrial will present the Sporting Achievement award to the person, team or group who have represented Renfrewshire to a high standard this year in the sporting arena.
Former Renfrewshire Provost Nancy Allison, who has been a part of each of the Community Awards since its inception, donates the Carers Award which recognises anyone who cares for a relative, friend or neighbour.
This year, Employer of the Year is sponsored by UNISON and encourages nominations for employers who have provided a positive working environment and have gone above and beyond the call of duty for their staff.
Anyone who lives or works in Renfrewshire can be nominated for an award.
Further information can be found on www.renfrewshire.gov.uk/
Printed nomination forms are available at Council offices and facilities.
The closing date for nominations is Friday 1 December.
The winners in each category will be invited to a special ceremony which will be held in March 2017
For further enquiries contact: provostawards@renfrewshire.
