COMMUNITIES across Devon are being called on to vote for their recycling heroes in the sixth annual Thank You Awards.

This year there have been more than 30 nominations in seven different categories including Your Recycling Hero, Collection Crew/Operative and Small Business Champion.

Residents can vote for their recycling heroes online now on the Recycle Devon website: recycledevon.org/have-your-vote . Voting is open until Friday, February 1.

All the shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an awards ceremony at County Hall on Friday, March 2 in the Coaver Club, hosted by Matt and Victoria from “Heart Radio’s” breakfast show.

The awards are organised by the Recycle Devon team, and were first launched to recognise those people who do that bit extra to help ensure Devon remains clean and green.

Recycle Devon is a partnership of 10 councils including Devon County Council, eight district authorities and one unitary authority.

Chairman of Devon Authorities Strategic Waste Committee (DASWC), Cllr Andrea Davis said: “It’s no accident that Devon is one of the top recycling counties in the UK. It’s down to the hard work of residents and communities who want to keep Devon green and beautiful and who care for the environment.

“These awards celebrate and recognise those who have done that little bit extra. So if you know someone who perhaps has come up with new and innovative ways to reduce waste or done that bit extra, please let us know and nominate them.”