I'm pleased to be back with my 2026 Independent Shop Awards.
We are fortunate to have so many wonderful independent businesses locally, but they need our support, and this competition is a small way of playing my part by celebrating and raising their profiles.
Please nominate your most-loved local shops using the form below, which will be shortlisted for a public vote.
Nominations are open now and will close on Sunday 8th March. After the nomination period ends, a shortlist of the top shops will be compiled and voting will begin, running from Monday 16th March to Sunday 5th April. The winners will be announced on Friday 10th April.