LATEST NEWS - 4TH JANUARY 2022

We've created a LinkedIn group, with regular updates and the latest information about the awards, for supporters, sponsors and entrants. To apply to join the group just click on the left side below picture.

Also, we have produced a short video with seven tips for writing an entry or nomination, as well as details about the awards ceremony. Just click on the below right side picture to watch the video

Watch the 2022 Awards launch

Just click on the below to watch hightlights of the launch

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Ethos

These are grassroots business awards focusing on the quality and range of local businesses. 

The awards are not an excuse for a party. The focus is on the entries and not the event. It's a chance for local businesses to get together, while the awards presentation will also be live-streamed to reach the maximum number of people.

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Our Five-Point Promise

1. The role of the awards is to promote the range and quality of local businesses.

2. Entry will be free.

3. Judging will be independent and online with no outside influence.

4. There will be a category for every business.

5. The awards ceremony will be open to all. The cost to attend will just be the cost to us.

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 Entries

Entries are now open. Entry is free and businesses can enter as many categories as they wish. There are two ways to enter. Businesses can enter themselves via the business entries form, while customers can nominate a business on the nomination form. Just click on the relevant form below. Also please read the entry guidelines and the terms and conditions. Entries close at 14.00 on Monday, 10th January 2022.

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Judging​

Judging is independent and online with no outside influences. The entrants who get the combined highest marks from the individual judges is the winner.

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Awards Ceremony

This is scheduled for Thursday, 24th February 2022 at Leweston School.

Best Place to Work

Best Use of Digital Innovation

Cafe, Pub, Casual Dining 

Excellence in Customer Service

Family Business of the Year

Green/Eco-Business of the Year

Health, Beauty and Fitness 

Independent Business of the Year

Local Artisans and Market Vendors

New Business of the Year

Outstanding Community Support

Professional Business Services Provider  

Retail Business of the Year

Young Entrepreneur/Rising Star 

The Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance Award for businesses that show an ongoing commitment to a safer working environment

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Overall Business of the Year

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