Search Begins for Lancashire’s Young Heroes
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Lancashire Constabulary, in partnership with the High Sheriff of Lancashire, Lancashire Partnership Against Crime (LANPAC), and the University of Lancashire, has officially launched the search for the county’s most inspiring young people as part of the 2026 Lancashire Young Citizen of the Year Award.
Do you know a young person aged 19 or under who has gone above and beyond to help others, support a local cause, or make a positive impact in their community? This is your chance to help them gain the recognition they deserve.
The award celebrates exceptional acts of kindness, bravery, and community spirit shown by young people across Lancashire. Whether it’s supporting a neighbour, volunteering for a local organisation, or leading a community initiative, we want to hear their story.
Nominations are now open and will be accepted until Friday 9th January 2026. A panel of judges, including the High Sheriff of Lancashire, representatives from LANPAC, Lancashire Constabulary, and the University of Lancashire, will select the winner and runners-up.
The winner will receive £300, a trophy, and a certificate presented by the High Sheriff and Chief Constable of Lancashire Constabulary Sacha Hatchett. Two runners-up will each receive £100 and a certificate in recognition of their outstanding contributions.
Chief Constable Sacha Hatchett said: “It’s truly inspiring to learn about the incredible young people across Lancashire who are making a real difference in their communities. Their selflessness and dedication are having a powerful and positive impact on those around them, and we really appreciate their generosity and compassion.
“The Lancashire Young Citizen of the Year Award offers a wonderful chance to highlight and celebrate these remarkable individuals. If you know a young person who has gone above and beyond for their community, I strongly encourage you to put them forward for a nomination.”
James Carter DL, High Sheriff of Lancashire, said: “For a number of years I have supported and worked with the Youth Zone movement, in particular Inspire (Chorley Youth Zone), to help and encourage young people realise their potential. There have been some outstanding examples of young people achieving great things often from a poor start in life. It is important that we celebrate success, and the Young Citizen Awards is a fantastic way to do this. It means so much to those who participate and especially the winners”
Professor Graham Baldwin DL, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lancashire, said: “I’d recommend anybody who knows of an amazing young person in Lancashire to nominate them for these prestigious awards, to recognise their kindness, generosity or bravery, often in the face of adversity. I’m proud that the University supports the High Sheriff of Lancashire and the Constabulary in celebrating our county’s young people in going the extra mile where it’s needed most.”
Approval of a parent or guardian is needed for the nomination, subsequent publicity and any future events involving the finalists.
Nomination forms can be completed online at lanpac.co.uk/nomination
For more information contact Al Yusuf or Mia Threlfall from LANPAC on 01772 412796.
