Nominations needed for best kept towns and villages

The Best Kept Awards are organised annually by the Northern Ireland Amenity Council (NIAC) to acknowledge towns, housing areas, healthcare facilities and schools for their commitment to the natural and built environment.

Last year Garvey Court in Lisburn won the Best Kept Small Housing Area award.

Judging will take place by the end of the summer. The absence of litter, fly-posting and graffiti will be prominent on the judges’ marking sheets and points will be scored for evidence of ‘green projects’ such as recycling and biodiversity initiatives.

Entry forms for the SuperValu Best Kept Towns, Villages and Housing Area Awards are available from NIAC on 9040 3681 or visit www.niacbestkept.com for more information.