Residents of Belton and Browston are being asked to nominate their community champions for a citizen of the year award.The parish council wants villagers to put forward the names of people who have made a difference in the community by being involved in voluntary or sports groups and charities or has just helped a neighbour out.
Residents of Belton and Browston are being asked to nominate their community champions for a citizen of the year award.
The parish council wants villagers to put forward the names of people who have made a difference in the community by being involved in voluntary or sports groups and charities or has just helped a neighbour out.
Youngsters who have overcome difficulties to achieve their goals can also be nominated awards which will be announced in May.
Last year ,in a slightly different competition, there were four citizens of the year - Andy Jenner for his work on Belton Fens, Gill Ruddock of Belton Cubs, Claire Watts for setting up Wednesday coffee mornings and Myra Bowles a classroom assistant. The closing date for entries is January 15.
To nominate someone, write to parish clerk Stephen Williamson at 15 Sunninghall Close, Bradwell, Norfolk NR31 9JB or email beltonparish@btinternet.com
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