James Anderson, national winner of the 2022 SGS Local Hero Award
The third edition of the Local Hero Awards has been launched by UK retailer and manufacturer SGS Engineering to shine a light on the most generous and thoughtful plumbers, builders, mechanics, electricians, joiners, gardeners, and more, who have put others first with their kindness.
Last year’s winner James Anderson, creator of Depher, has appeared on Good Morning Britain and made headlines in national newspapers for his sterling work ensuring that vulnerable people received plumbing work free of charge, so that their heating could stay on throughout the cold winter.
One national winner will be awarded a £1,000 cash prize, while up to five regional winners will each take home cash prizes worth £250.
Dave Gordon, General Manager at SGS Engineering, explained: “We heard about so many wonderful tradespeople during the first awards, including those who took elderly customers for a fish supper, some who worked for NHS staff for free in the height of the pandemic, and many others who went above and beyond.
“We believe that these selfless people and their acts should be celebrated, and that’s why we’re delighted to launch the third edition of the ‘Local Hero Awards’.
“If you know of a tradesperson who has done everything in their power to make the world a better place then let us know – a £1000 cash prize could be the perfect way to thank them for their generosity!”
Nominations are now open and people are invited, via the dedicated entry form, to share as much information as possible about the tradesperson who helped them (or a friend/family member), what they did, and when they did it. Entry closes at 11:59pm on Tuesday 11th April 2023.
The experts at SGS will be reviewing every single entrant, then working up a shortlist of finalists, who will be contacted and then revealed publicly on Thursday 13th April 2023.
A poll will then be opened, enabling the general public to vote for an overall national winner and up to a further five regional winners, who will be crowned on Tuesday 25th April 2023.
Prizes include:
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