NOMINATIONS are pouring in for the new People of Wiltshire Awards.

The scheme, overseen by Wiltshire County Council, has been set up to reward unsung heroes and companies who give to the Wiltshire community.

Categories include an environment award open to organisations, businesses and individuals who have done something to help enhance and preserve the Wiltshire environment.

The sporting success award recognises an individual or team whose success will help raise the profile of sport in the county.

Employer of the year will go to the business which makes a contribution to its workers lives or the community.

A youth award will be presented to a person under 18 who has made an outstanding contribution to their community or an exceptional personal achievement.

The council has already had entries for the good neighbour and carer in the community awards.

Forms are available from libraries, doctors surgeries, pharmacies, the Wiltshire Times office, or online at www.thisiswiltshire.co.uk Closing date is April 12. The awards are backed by Newsquest Wiltshire, publisher of the Wiltshire Times.