A shortlist of businesses who have helped the community during lockdown has been released.

The nominations for the Maldon District Recognition of Service Awards recognise the amazing work individuals, businesses and charities have performed throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

All the nominations came from members of the Maldon community for anyone who has helped the efforts by the Maldon District Coronavirus Response Team to help local people, particularly the most vulnerable.

The categories include:

•Above & Beyond

•Individual Within a Team

•Kindness

•Team Working

•Neighbourliness

•Young Person

•Fundraising

•Technology

•Keeping Active

•Creativity

A full list of winners will be announced after December 12 by Maldon District Council leader, Wendy Stamp.

For more information go to maldoncvs.gov.uk