COMMUNITY AWARDS: Chance to celebrate Crawley arts and sporting achievement

The awards, being run by the Crawley Observer in partnership with Crawley Borough Council and The Hawth have already attracted around 100 nominations, which our judges will consider for each of the 16 categories.

As well as inspiring neighbours, charity workers and carers, four awards will celebrate people dedicated to sport and the arts.

For sports, they could be a referee or coach who has made a difference to teams and individuals in a club.

In the two arts categories, judges are looking for people who have made a contribution to drama, photography, painting, film and drawing.

Nominations must be in by Sunday January 31. Either fill in the form in the paper and post it to the address given, or fill in the online form at https://goo.gl/bb66Ju

Sponsor focus: Thales

Thales holds a landmark site in the Manor Royal Business District on the Fleming Way, London Road junction.

Whenever critical decisions need to be made, Thales has a role to play.

In all our markets (aerospace, space, ground transportation, defence and security) our solutions help customers to make the right decisions at the right time and act accordingly.

World-class technology, the combined expertise of 61,000 employees and operations in 56 countries have made us a key player in keeping the public safe and secure, guarding vital infrastructure and protecting the national security interests of countries around the globe.

To find out more about Thales visit www.thalesgroup.com/uk