Regeneration awards looking for entries

The BURA Awards for Community Inspired Regeneration celebrate outstanding grass roots regeneration projects throughout the United Kingdom; inspired by local people, addressing local issues for the benefit of the wider community and as a result are contributing to raising community spirit and improving quality of life.

We have recognised almost 100 projects since 1994, ranging from small support groups to large physical build schemes such as multi-use community centres. Environmental, social, educational or building projects, among others, are equally encouraged to enter.

Who can be nominated?

Nominations for projects or schemes of any size and type located in any part of the UK will be carefully considered providing they can demonstrate a track record of success in:

• Being inspired by the community
• Being accountable and responsive to local stakeholders
• Being viable and sustainable in the longer term
• Addressing local needs identified by the local community
• Contributing to the raising of community spirit and improve the quality of life for local people

Where can I find out more?

To see the assessment criteria, entry guidance notes and to submit an entry please visit http://firsthand.bura.org.uk.

You have until 3 August 2007 to submit your entries online.

Sponsors

This year we are delighted that Communities and Local Government are again supporting locally responsible, inclusive and sustainable community regeneration through its sponsorship of these awards.