JUST days are left to nominate young people who have made a positive contribution to their community.

Manningtree, Mistley and Lawford parish councils are looking for inspirational youngsters.

The Community Youth Award is in its second year and has primary and secondary school categories for children who have done something special in their community.

They could have helped another person, done something to improve their environment or even been part of a charitable organisation.

Each category has a prize of a £200 and a trophy.

Nomination forms are available from Honeycroft post office, in Lawford, Manningtree library, Mistley post office or by e-mailing essexinfo.net/lawford-parish-council The closing date for nominations is November 30.