CARING youngsters across the district will be honoured at a forthcoming ceremony.

Epping Forest District Council's Young Citizen of the Year competition is currently open for nominations.

The annual award is presented to a young person in recognition of their exceptional contribution to the Epping Forest community.

The winner will be invited to the council's civic awards ceremony on Thursday, 18 March 2010 at Gilwell Park to receive their certificate and cheque for £100 from the Chairman of Council.

Nominees must be aged 11 to 18 years old and live in the Epping Forest District. Closing date for nominations is this Friday January 22.

For more information call Diane Butler on 01992 564365.