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This report presents nominations for consideration under the Council’s special COVID Heroes Award scheme 2021.

It was agreed at the Executive meeting on 01 March 2021 that the annual Citizen of Honour Awards were rested for one year and replaced with a new, one-year, initiative – the COVID Heroes Awards.

The Council launched the COVID Heroes Awards scheme in April 2021, to recognise those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic.  The COVID Heroes Awards take the place of the Council’s annual ‘Citizen and Young Citizen of Honour Awards’ for one year only.  There are three categories:

·         Adults (over 18).  In recognition of outstanding service to the community or contribution to helping the lives of others during the COVID-19 pandemic.

·         Young People (under 18).  In recognition of outstanding personal achievements or becoming a role model to family, friends or the community.

·         Organisations.  In recognition of outstanding community service during the COVID-19 pandemic and going above and beyond to help the Fareham community.

The Council received 85 nominations overall.  There are 53 nominations for the Adults category, eight nominations for the Young People category and 24 nominations in the organisations category.  All those nominated will receive a Certificate of Appreciation, signed by the Mayor and the Executive Leader.

There will be up to five selected winners for each category, chosen by the Executive.  All winners would receive a medal and entry into the Council’s roll of honour.