Pride of Bedfordshire Awards

Pride in Bedfordshire is a special awards event brought to you by the Herald & Post, Luton News, Dunstable Gazette and the Bedfordshire Times & Citizen, that recognises the achievements of special people within our area; those who have gone out of their way to help others, those who have overcome hardship and those who support a positive attitude within our community. Do you know someone who has gone the extra mile to help others overcome hardship or someone who has offered their help and support for the community? Why not nominate them for an award to be presented on Thursday November 28th at the Bedford Corn Experience, at our gala evening dinner!

The categories are as follows...

1. Young Achiever of the year - sponsored by The Harpur Trust

This award is for someone under 21 who has either, achieved great things in sport, represented their school, is involved in volunteer work, or achieved distinction in some other field. An individual who has gone above the expected and is setting new standards in a particular field.

2. Raising the Profile of the Town - sponsored by Nisa Local

Anyone who has actively promoted the town via press release to local media (including press, radio, tv) as well as national international media and promoting the positivity of the district outside it's territories.

3. Friendly Neighbour - sponsored by Eagle Ale

Everybody needs them, as the song goes, but good neighbour's really can transform lives. This award recognises those who have done so much for the people who live near them.

4. Service with a Smile - sponsored by Bedfordshire Business Women

This will be an individual or a team that goes that extra mile when it comes to customer service setting a superb example and making you want to return again. Those people who make our community a friendlier place to be and deserve to be recognised for going that step further. Once shortlisted a visit to experience the customer service could be done.

5. Fundraiser of the Year - sponsored by Mayfair

This award is to recognise the achievements of the many people that raise money for others. Many of these people so often go without recognition.

6. Excellence in Education - sponsored by McDonalds

This award is for anyone or any organisation involved in education; a school, a teacher, teaching assistant, community group leader/worker, community, sports, music group etc. It is to recognise the work and effort they put into promoting and enhancing education in its widest sense e.g. learning in general not just exam achievement.

7. Outstanding Example of Bravery - sponsored by Stanair

This award pays tribute to some outstanding examples of bravery. An individual or group who have overcome adversity in their life, have saved the life of another, or have voluntarily prevented a negative situation from getting out of hand.

8. Care in the Community - Sponsored by BPHA

This award recognises individuals who have shown incredible patience and understanding, often for many years, caring for and supporting a friend or loved one. This award recognises those who have cared for others without thought for themselves or any public recognition.

9. Unsung Hero/Heroine - sponsored by KSK

This award recognises the achievements of individuals or groups that go out of their way for others or their community as a whole. From spreading good news to voluntary support, this award is for people who are not recognised for their years of commitment.

10. People’s Choice Award - sponsored by University of Bedfordshire

This award will be decided by public vote following the short listing of entries by the judging panel.

Please give us as much information as you can to assist the judges in the decision making process. The closing date for nominations is Friday 1st November 2013.

The awards will be presented at a gala event at the Bedford Corn Exchange on Thursday 28th November 2013. It's sure to be a fantastic night celebrating all that's best about our area, and will give some very special people and organisations a well-deserved pat on the back. Tickets are £25 (Adults) and £15.00 (Under 12's). This year Jennie McAlpine (Fiz from Coronation Street) will be hosting the awards presentation.