Mayoral Awards 2025

Nominations for this year's Mayoral Awards are now open.

The Mayoral Awards are given out each year to an individual, firm or organisation who:

  • has done something particularly noteworthy in the Borough, or
  • has enhanced the reputation of the Borough on the national stage, or
  • made a significant contribution to the conservation and protection of the natural environment of West Devon.

An individual can include a person temporarily living away from the Borough but whose main place of residence remains in West Devon.


What awards are presented?

There are four awards:

  • Under 18
  • Over 18 or organisation
  • The Mayor's green award
  • The Mayor's award for long service
Award Who should be nominated
Under 18

The nominee should be

✔ a person under the age of 18 (at the time of nomination) and

✔ who has done something particularly noteworthy in the Borough,

OR

✔ enhanced the Borough's reputation nationally.

Over 18 or organisations

The nominee should be

✔ a person over the age of 18

✔ who has done something particularly noteworthy in the Borough, OR

✔ enhanced the Borough's reputation nationally.

✔ You can also nominate organisations for this category.

The Mayor's green award This award was created to recognise the work of individuals or groups who have made a significant contribution to conservation and protection of the West Devon natural environment.
The Mayor's award for long service The nominee should be a person who has done something particularly noteworthy in the Borough, or enhanced the Borough's reputation nationally, and deserves to be recognised for their long service.

How can I nominate someone?

Nominations need to be submitted in writing, using the form below:

Nominate someone for a Mayoral Award

The closing date for nominations is 14 Feb 2025.