AN awards ceremony highlighting the best of Nantwich will be held again this year.

Nantwich Mayor, Cllr Andrew Martin, has announced that he will be holding the Salt of The Earth Awards.

Launched in 2015, by the then Mayor, Christine Farrall, the awards recognise and celebrate the achievements of individuals, groups and businesses, that selflessly make a real difference to the Nantwich community.

Eight fittingly named ‘Salt of the Earth’ Awards, sponsored by South Cheshire College will be presented at an intimate reception on Friday, April 28 at Nantwich Civic Hall, followed by the Mayor’s Quiz.

The Mayor is welcoming nominations for the awards. So if you know someone or a group, who gives up their time and energy to help others, please help us recognise their work by nominating them for an award.

Award categories are: community volunteer; inspiration award; making communities safer award; supporting children award; young person award (under 18); outstanding organisation/group; and business support in the community.

The Mayor will also present a Mayor’s Recognition Award.

The winner of this award will be an inspirational individual or group who has made an outstanding impression on the Mayor during his time in office. This award is specifically decided by the Mayor and nominations will not be accepted.

To nominate someone for an award, apply to the Mayor with the following information: name of person nominating, name of nominee, address and contact details of both of the above, award nominated for and reason for nomination (no more than 250 words).

Nominations must be submitted no later than Friday, March 10 and can be posted to ‘Salt of the Earth’ Awards, Nantwich Civic Hall, Market Street, Nantwich, CW5 5DG, dropped off at the Civic Hall, or emailed to ntc.marketing@nantwichtowncouncil.gov.uk.

Nominees must either be a Nantwich resident, work in Nantwich, or make a valuable contribution to the people of the town. Visit nantwichtowncouncil.gov.uk for more information.