There are 15 categories open to a range of businesses, organisations and projects; as well as categories for individuals and teams, meaning every shop, place, service and team have an opportunity to be recognised.
You can make your nominations by completing the online nomination form.
The categories in 2023 are:

BEST PLACE IN TOWN
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RETAILER OF THE YEAR
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FOOD & DRINK RETAILER OF THE YEAR
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ENTERTAINMENT & LEISURE VENUE OF THE YEAR
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HEALTH, BEAUTY & WELLBEING BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
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SMALL & INDEPENDENT BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
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COMMUNITY & VOLUNTARY PROJECT/ORGANISATION OF THE YEAR
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AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE
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AWARD FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE*
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BEST SHOPFRONT & WINDOW DISPLAY*
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VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR*
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BUSINESS OWNER / ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR*
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EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR*
Sponsored by O-I
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THE BERYL MURPHY MANAGER OF THE YEAR*
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HARLOW COUNCIL CHAIRS AWARD**
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*Finalists within these categories will go forward to be judge by a panel of representatives and not open for public voting.
**The Harlow Council Chairs Award is a dedicated award with the recipient chosen by Harlow Council.