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Join us in celebrating those who are making an outstanding contribution to our profession by nominating a colleague for each of the categories below.

SLCC’s Annual Awards celebrate the skills, dedication and professionalism of senior officers serving councils large and small throughout England and Wales. Submit your nomination(s) and a panel appointed by the Board of Directors will determine the best three nominees in each category, The winner will be announced at the opening of the National Conference on Tuesday 14 October 2025.

The various categories of awards available for nominations are:

• Heart of the Community Award: this award aims to recognise the invaluable contributions made by clerks to smaller parish and community councils, and celebrates those who through their tireless efforts, whether as a sole employee or as part of a smaller team, serve as the beating heart of their communities, embodying dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment. Previous winners have been recognised for rebuilding trust and building better engagement with their community.
• New Clerk of the Year Award: celebrates the achievements of a clerk who has demonstrated exceptional promise and excellence in the early stages of their career. We’re seeking nominees who have displayed unwavering commitment to their role and who has less than three years of service in the profession (entering their role after 1 October 2021). Previous winners have been recognised for revitalising struggling councils, having tackled challenges efficiently and effectively, introducing new and innovative projects, or for simply being an inspiration.
• Bryan Metcalf Award for Volunteering: in memory of one of SLCC’s greatest and longest serving volunteers, this award honours a clerk who have generously given their unpaid time and effort to support SLCC’s mission, showing exceptional service and commitment to our members and the sector. Previous winners have been recognised for serving as board directors, various branch roles, mentoring roles and much more.
• Long Service Award(s): recognises a select few nominees annually who have dedicated themselves to serving the local council sector and SLCC over an extended period of time. Please note that successful nominations must have 25 years’ of service as a clerk and active involvement with SLCC.

We ask that you submit your nomination with a statement no longer than 300 words and complete it by Friday 15 August 2025.

Click here to complete the nomination form.