Search for Nottinghamshire’s inspirational young people is on

The search has started for Nottinghamshire’s inspirational young people as nominations open for the 4Uth Awards.

The 4Uth Awards seek to recognise the achievements of young people aged 11-19 ­— up to 25 if disabled ­— from all seven districts of the county.

Previous winners have often overcome major challenges in their lives, such as bereavement, trauma and illness, or have raised thousands for charity, cared for friends or relatives, and helped others.

Nottinghamshire County Council is now looking for its next set of nominations for the amazing young people across the county.

Tracey Taylor, chairman of the children and young people’s committee, said: “There are young people out there right now making a real difference in other people’s lives, or overcoming significant hurdles of their own, and it’s only right that we recognise them in some way. If you know an inspirational young person who deserves to be recognised, then we want to hear from you.”

The deadline for applications is June 21 and finalists will be invited to a special presentation where an overall winner will be announced.

Full details of eligibility and how to send in nominations are on the council’s website.