The following email from the Managing Editor BBC Surrey has been received by LOSRA:
We are delighted to announce that on 15th December 2011, BBC Sussex and BBC Surrey will host its first awards ceremony to salute and celebrate the unsung heroes working in the local community. The award categories are as follows:
- Young person of courage or achievement - Awarded to anyone aged 18 or under, who has demonstrated courage or maturity beyond their years.
- Bravery - Someone who has demonstrated exceptional courage in the face of adversity.
- 999 - Presented to a member of the emergency services for commitment to their profession.
- Sport - Awarded to someone who has contributed to local sporting life, either playing a sport or acting as a referee or official.
- Good neighbour - Awarded to the person who goes out of their way to help their neighbours.
- Fundraiser/volunteer - Someone who has given up their time to raise funds for a charity or good cause.
- Local entrepreneur - Recognising an individual or company's contribution to supporting the local business community.
If you know of someone who you think deserves recognition for their hard work in Sussex, Surrey and North East Hampshire, then you can nominate them by completing and returning this form. Alternatively you can email your nominations to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Simply email your name and contact details, the name of your nominee and the award category together with the reason for your nomination in no more than 250 words. Individuals must be based in or resident within the BBC Sussex and BBC Surrey area and the deadline for nominations is midnight on 25 November.
Full terms and conditions are available at http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-15429996.
We look forward to receiving your nominations.
Yours sincerely
Nicci Holliday
Managing Editor
