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This award is for someone who is new to their role and has made a strong, positive start. Nominees must have been in their role for less than two years.

It recognises someone who has recently joined the council or stepped into a new role and made an immediate, meaningful impact. They bring energy, fresh ideas and a clear commitment to doing their best.

They might have built strong relationships with colleagues, contributed new thinking to a project, or shown real enthusiasm for learning and growing. Their positive attitude and early achievements show great promise for the future.

Nominees might:

• show enthusiasm and commitment

• bring fresh ideas and energy

• build good relationships with colleagues

• make a positive impact early in their role

This award is for someone whose work has made a real difference in Lancashire communities.

It recognises an individual or team whose work has had a positive impact on local people or places. They go above and beyond to support communities, improving lives, strengthening connections, and helping make Lancashire a better place to live.

They may have led or supported a local project, worked closely with residents to understand their needs, or built strong relationships that make a lasting difference. Whether through direct support or behind-the-scenes effort, their contribution is felt in the community.

Nominees might:

• improve lives or services in the community

• build strong relationships with residents

• support local projects or initiatives

• go above and beyond to help others

This award recognises someone who has worked for Lancashire County Council for 20 years or more.

Over that time, they have shown long-term commitment, made a lasting impact, and helped shape the services we provide.

They have supported many people over the years, living our values, contributing to teams, and being a steady presence through change. Their dedication has helped build the county council’s success and strengthened the communities we serve.

Nominees might:

• demonstrate long-term commitment and loyalty

• have a positive influence over time

• make a significant contribution to services or teams

• live the county council's values

This award celebrates teams that consistently deliver excellent results and work brilliantly together.

It’s open to any group of colleagues, whether they work in the same service or came together for a specific project. Teams of any size can be nominated.

What they have in common is outstanding teamwork and a clear, positive impact.

Nominees might:

• demonstrate strong collaboration and mutual support

• consistently delivery high-quality work

• create a positive team culture built on shared values

• make a clear impact on services or outcomes for residents

We are looking for teams who bring out the best in each other, overcome challenges together, and make a real difference through the way they work.

This award celebrates fresh thinking that helps us work smarter and serve Lancashire better.

It is for individuals who have developed new ideas or creative solutions that make a real difference. This could include improving a service, solving a tricky problem, or finding better value for money.

Nominees might:

• introduce a new idea, process or tool that improves how we work

• find a creative way to overcome a challenge or remove a barrier

• made a positive difference to residents, colleagues or communities

• inspire others to think differently or try something new

We are looking for someone who isn't afraid to challenge the usual way of doing things, who spots opportunities, takes initiative, and bring others along with them.

This award celebrates a leader who brings out the best in others.

It recognises a manager, supervisor or team leader who leads with fairness, respect and integrity. They support their team, build trust and help people grow. They set a strong example and create an environment where others can thrive.

They may inspire confidence during challenging times, encourage development through coaching or mentoring, or consistently motivate their team to achieve great results. Their leadership helps people feel valued, supported and empowered to do their best work.

Nominees might:

• inspires and motivate their team

• lead by example with fairness and respect

• build trust and support development

• help their team achieve great results

This award recognises someone who stays calm and focused when things change or get tough.

They bring steadiness and strength when it’s needed most, staying calm under pressure, adapting to change, and helping others do the same. When things are uncertain or challenging, they keep going and bring others with them.

They might have supported a team through a difficult time, helped solve problems in a crisis, or simply shown quiet resilience day after day. Their optimism, focus and steady approach make a real difference to the people around them.

Nominees might:

• respond calmly and constructively to change

• support others through uncertainty

• find solutions under pressure

• demonstrate perseverance and optimism

This award is for someone who makes work better for others

It recognises someone who goes out of their way to support colleagues and create a positive place to work. They are the kind of person who lifts others up. That might be through offering a helping hand, being a trusted mentor, or simply making people feel welcome and respected.

They may have supported a colleague through a difficult time, helped someone grow in their role, or consistently shown kindness and empathy in their day-to-day work. Their actions help build trust, boost morale, and make the workplace better for everyone.

Nominees might:

• show acts of kindness and support that make others feel valued

• build trust, morale and a sense of belonging

• show a commitment to helping others succeed and grow

• create a welcoming and respectful workplace