Harrow seeks nominations for local community heroes: practical information

beehiveweb.co.uk editorial team 2026-05-29 16:32 Updated: 18:56 2 min read

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Harrow residents, workers and community groups are being asked to nominate people who make a difference in the borough for this year’s Harrow’s Heroes awards.

The awards, run by Harrow Council, recognise volunteers, neighbours, teams and local organisations whose work helps residents and strengthens community life. Nominations are open to people who live or work in Harrow, as well as those who serve Harrow residents.

Who can be nominated in Harrow

Harrow’s Heroes is open to a wide range of local nominees, including people who support neighbours, run community activities, help vulnerable residents, contribute through volunteering, or give time to make the borough a better place to live and work.

The council says the difference made does not have to be large or high-profile. Small, steady acts of service can also be put forward where they have helped local people.

Eligible nominees may include:

Residents who volunteer in their neighbourhoods
People who work in Harrow and support the local community
Teams or groups serving Harrow residents
Community members whose regular help often goes unseen

How to nominate a local hero

People who know someone deserving recognition are being encouraged to submit a nomination for this year’s awards. Harrow Council said it wants to hear about the “fantastic people” who make the borough special.

Harrow seeks nominations for local community heroes: practical information

The call follows similar civic recognition schemes across London boroughs, including local community honours in Barnet, where long-serving residents were recognised for public service.

Cllr Janet Mote, Cabinet member for Community and Culture, said everyone is likely to know someone who makes a difference locally.

“Every year I am moved and inspired by the nominations received,” she said. “Harrow’s Heroes celebrates the best of Harrow and is our way of saying thank you to those making a real difference.”

Next step for residents and workers

Harrow Council has asked people to nominate their local hero now. The supplied council notice did not list a closing date, so residents who want a nominee considered should submit details as soon as possible through the council’s Harrow’s Heroes nomination process.

Source: London Borough of Harrow

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