The Best of Britain Business Awards are run by Love Energy Savings and are backed by British Gas, EDF, Npower, Opus and Scottish Power.

They are looking to reward forward-thinking businesses who have outshone rivals or made their local community proud. There’s a £500 prize up for grabs for each winner, with champions being crowned in five different regions; South of England, Wales, Scotland, North of England, and the Midlands.

Phil Foster, Managing Director of Love Energy Savings, says: “There are some outstanding businesses in the UK doing wonderful things, whether that’s industry-leading innovation, charitable services for the local community, or introducing environmentally green schemes.

“Some firms might be shy about showcasing the incredible work they’re doing. But with Best of Britain 2018 we want to really shout about those achievements. Most of all, we’re looking to reward passionate groups or individuals who’ve really made a difference.”

All five winners will be invited to a celebratory round table event at the Love Energy Savings HQ in Bolton, Lancashire, on September 20th, where they will be able to swap advice and talk about future ventures.

Phil Foster adds: “Last year’s winning businesses were really diverse - from an innovative chocolatier to a firm who’d set up a nanny sharing scheme in London. And other winners from previous years cover everything from a hair and beauty salon to a funeral directors. 

“The message is simple - it doesn’t matter what it is that you do, if you’re driven to implement real change in your industry, then we want to hear from you.”

The application process runs from July 2nd to July 30th. Finalists will be announced on August 13th before the winners are unveiled on August 28th.

The application process consists of four straightforward questions, including ‘What makes you proud of your business?’ and ‘What three words would your customers or clients use to describe their experience with your business?’

For more information on how to enter, visit: https://www.loveenergysavings.com/the-best-of-britain-awards/