THERE is just a week left to nominate your local bobby on the beat for an award.

The closing date for the 2015 Neighbourhood Policing Award nominations is August 4 and with 150 nominations already put forward, Avon and Somerset Constabulary want to hear from more people.

Members of the public can nominate their local beat manager, neighbourhood team, police community support officer (PCSO), special constable, police staff member, police cadet or community volunteer.

Police and Crime Commissioner Sue Mountstevens said: “Please keep your nominations coming in. “We are incredibly grateful to all of you who have taken the time to recognise examples of great neighbourhood policing so far.

“We are thoroughly enjoying reading what you have to tell us about the work that goes on in your local community to keep you safe and feeling safe. “Your nominations mean so much to us all.”

ominations are available online at www.neighbourhoodpolicingawards.co.uk as well as in police stations and libraries.

After the closing date, an independent panel will select winners across the policing areas and an awards ceremony will be held on Thursday, November 26 at Cadbury House Hotel where an overall force winner for each category will be announced.