Thetford is a vibrant and active place to live and work with a myriad of activities, events and groups that constantly strive to make our town the place we love; these are driven by people that go above and beyond and work tirelessly as volunteers to benefit the wider Community. On behalf of the residents of our town, Thetford Town Council would like to recognise those that give so much to us, by introducing an annual Citizen’s & Junior Citizen Award, nominated by you, the people that benefit, to shine a light on the work of some of our unsung heroes.

Nominations must be submitted by 12noon, 2^nd March 2020 and the top three nominations in both categories will be invited to the Annual Meeting of Thetford Town Council at the Carnegie on Tuesday 5^th May 2020 when the two winners will be announced and presented with their Awards.

Cllr. Jane James, Chair of Civic Committee said this on the awards:

“There are so many people in Thetford who constantly give so much of their time to organise, support and deliver a wealth of projects and events, which enhance and protect our community so the many can enjoy and benefit.  Those people do it, not seeking recognition but because they genuinely care and love our Town, and our Community is richer for their efforts.

Thetford Town Council are keen to celebrate that commitment which provides such a positive effect on our town; please nominate someone who you know gives so much, so we can give a little back”

How to know if you’re eligible to nominate/be nominated for the Citizens Award?

• The Honoured Citizen Award is a tribute to a member of the community and confers no material honours or special privileges.
• Those qualifying for the Honoured Citizen award should be considered to have undertaken outstanding service to the community.
• Any resident of Thetford may be nominated for the award although nominees who do not have residential qualification will be considered at the Town Council’s discretion.
• Proposers cannot be a relative of the nominee, unless this is a nomination for the Junior Award.
• Serving and former members of the town council are not eligible for the award and are not eligible to propose or second nominations. Nor are existing members of the town council staff eligible.

How to Nominate for the Citizens or Junior Citizen Award?

• Complete a nomination form by downloading a copy here:  Thetford Citizen Awards 2020 Application Form (827 downloads)
• Complete and submit digitally by following our link to the online form: https://forms.gle/k7rjj1C9xXGWD7456
• Visit the Town Council Offices, The Carnegie, Cage Lane, Thetford.

Reception opening time: Monday-Friday 10am-4pm.

ALL NOMINATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 12noon, MONDAY 2^nd MARCH 2020.