Great Neighbour Award Judge - Nikki May

Nominations are open for the BBC Radio Solent Make a Difference Awards for 2026.

We want to hear who makes a difference in your community and improves the lives of others across Hampshire, Dorset and the Isle of Wight.

Dorset author Nikki May is judging the Great Neighbour Award, this will be awarded to an individual who helps to make the neighbourhood a better place to live or work, either on a regular basis or through a single act of kindness.

For a full list of categories - and details of how to nominate someone - go to bbc.co.uk/makeadifference, where you can also see full Terms and our Privacy Notice.

Nominations are open now and close on the 31st March 2026 at 5pm.

The winners will be announced at our BBC Radio Solent Make a Difference Awards ceremony in September.