Pride of Reading

A company that has been operating for over 30 years recycling household and commercial waste has been nominated for the Business in Action award.

A man who has built a car detailing and valeting service from scratch over a few years has been nominated for the Entrepreneur of the Year award.

An "uplifting" shop manager "has transformed the lives of her colleagues through dedication, loyalty and thoughtfulness".

A school governor who has "demonstrated an unwavering commitment to community service" has been put forward for The Inspiration Award.

Tanya Briess tragically lost her 17-year-old daughter Alexandra in 2021 during a routine operation at the RBH after she suffered a severe reaction

An "Incredible student athlete who is one of the most humble and politest students I know," has been nominated for the Young Person of the Year

The parents of young teenager Olly Stephens, who was tragically murdered aged 13 in Reading in 2021, have worked tirelessly

A teacher who became a tutor has developed "an absolutely fantastic business supporting learners across Reading and England who are out of school

A young man "wishing to make the world a better place through science", contributed to the approval for use of one of the Covid-19 vaccines.

A "most supportive personal trainer, friend, therapist!"Jemma Fulbrook has been nominated for The Chris Tarrant Award.