THE deadline is approaching fast for nominations in the Malmesbury Citizen of the Year awards.

People who have gone the extra mile for others or for the good of the town are recognised in a special ceremony next month.

Nominations are sought for the Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen and Group of the Year categories. Email deputy mayor Sue Poole at jeff.penfold@malmesbury.gov.uk or write in to the town clerk at Malmesbury Town Hall, Cross Hayes, Malmesbury, SN16 9BZ by March 31.

The awards will be presented in a special ceremony during the annual town meeting on April 15.