NOMINATIONS are being invited for the 2015 East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Chairman’s Awards.

The annual awards, to be held at a ceremony at The Spa, Bridlington, in May, are presented to individuals, businesses and projects that have helped to improve East Yorkshire over the past year.

There are five categories: community, built heritage, environment, business and sport.

Council chairman Cllr Pat O’Neil said: “I would like to encourage members of the community to nominate those who work tirelessly to create opportunities for those less fortunate than themselves.

“Those nominated are not simply just “doing their job”, they are individuals and groups with a vision and apply their sense of creativity and commitment to make a difference to their local community.”

To submit nominations go to www.eastriding.gov.uk/chairmansawards email chairmans.award@eastriding.gov.uk or phone Sarah Asquith, civic officer at East Riding of Yorkshire Council on 01482 393260. The closing date for nominations is January 31.