DO you want to thank your local councillor? Nominations are open for the only awards ceremony that celebrates the outstanding contributions of councillors across the UK.

For the 15th year, the Cllr Awards will once again shine a light on the achievements of local elected representatives who have made a tangible impact in their communities.

Nominations are open to anyone – whether a member of the public, a fellow councillor, or a council officer – who wishes to acknowledge a councillor’s exceptional commitment to improving their community and achieving remarkable results over the past year.

The 2024 Cllr Awards has five categories: Community Champion, Leader of the Year, Young Councillor of the Year, Innovator of the Year and Lifetime Legend. Nominations close on Friday September 13 2024, and the shortlisted candidates will be announced in the autumn.

Submitting a nomination is free and takes just eight minutes. Applicants must provide details about the nominated councillor, outlining why they deserve recognition and how their initiatives have positively impacted the community.

Winners in England and Wales will be announced at the Guildhall in London on Wednesday November 20.

For more information and to submit your nomination, visit: https://lgiu.org/