Nominate selfless Covid heroes who supported Portsmouth during the pandemic

NOMINATIONS have now opened to honour the ‘tremendous’ efforts of Portsmouth people and groups during the pandemic.
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The Lord Mayor of Portsmouth is calling on residents to submit their choices for the Coronavius Civic Awards that will celebrate individuals and organisations who went the extra mile for their community.

From healthcare workers and teachers, to supermarket staff, local businesses, community volunteers and neighbours, the awards will serve as a thank you to those who have made - and are still making - effort to support others through the pandemic.

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Lord Mayor, Councillor Rob Wood, urged people to get involved.

Lord Mayor of Portsmouth Cllr Rob Wood has opened nominations for the Coronavirus Civic Awards.

Picture: Sarah Standing (211220-9786)Lord Mayor of Portsmouth Cllr Rob Wood has opened nominations for the Coronavirus Civic Awards.

Picture: Sarah Standing (211220-9786)
Lord Mayor of Portsmouth Cllr Rob Wood has opened nominations for the Coronavirus Civic Awards. Picture: Sarah Standing (211220-9786)
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‘People in Portsmouth have made an extraordinary effort to support one another through these incredibly challenging times,’ he said.

‘We've seen people put themselves at risk to care for the vulnerable, carry out essential jobs and keep crucial services running. We know that neighbours have pulled together to keep spirits up, that businesses have offered much needed help in the community, and people have found new ways to connect and stay active while we've all stayed at home.

‘The community effort has been tremendous. With these awards we want to celebrate examples of local heroism and remind everyone how Portsmouth comes together in times of crisis as we continue to deal with the challenges of the pandemic.’

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Submissions will close on Friday, February 12 and can include a person, group or organisation that has played an exceptional role during the coronavirus crisis.

The awards will run in place of the usual yearly civic awards traditionally held during Portsmouth City Council's annual general meeting.

A Youth Civic Award will also be presented to a young person who has undertaken something extraordinary during the pandemic and all nominees will be recognised with a certificate from the Lord Mayor.

Award recipients will be selected by an independent panel, which will include representatives from Portsmouth's public health team as well as members of the local business community and voluntary sector.

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To nominate a person, group, business or community organisation email [email protected] or call 07958 352228 to request a nomination form. Nominations must be submitted by February 12.

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