The deadline for submitting nominations for the Kent Volunteering Awards has been brought forward by nine days.

Anybody can submit awards nominations for either individuals or teams of volunteers, but must do so by Friday, October 18.

Organised by the KM Charity Team, the awards aim to celebrate and reward the work of the thousands of people who work unpaid every day to provide invaluable community services across Kent, Medway, Bexley and Bromley.

They are supported by the Kent Community Foundation, the Kent Police and Crime Commissioner, Pfizer R&D UK Limited, the EKC Group, the Lord Lieutenant of Kent, Stronger Kent Communities and Maidstone Borough Council.

Visit Kentvolunteeringawards.co.uk to find out more information or submit nominations.