People across Falkirk are being urged to celebrate their high street hero after the launch of this year’s Scotland Loves Local Awards.

Organised by Scotland’s Towns Partnership (STP) and as part of the national Scotland Loves Local campaign, residents can also nominate Falkirk for town of the year.

The award campaign aims to recognise and celebrate people and organisations that make communities better places to work, live and who boost tourism and visitor numbers.

Falkirk folk have been encouraged to nominate people, places or projects, with one winner honoured in each of Scotland's eight Scottish Parliament regions.

As part of the country-wide campaign to find town of the year, there is also an Innovation in Place award, which recognises a project or initiative that has made a positive impact in the local neighbourhood or community.

Kimberley Guthrie, STP’s chief officer, said: “Remarkable, determined and innovative work is taking place across Falkirk which is making communities better places to live, work and visit. The Scotland Loves Local Awards are an opportunity to celebrate all of that.

“We are looking forward to hearing more about the places, projects and people who are leading the way with inspirational action which really does make a difference - and having the chance to celebrate their achievements.”

Now in its sixth year, the Scotland Loves Local Awards recognises leadership, innovation and community action that supports and boosts local areas.

Nominations close at 5pm on Friday, August 14, with winners announced in October.

For more information and to nominate a local hero visit Love Local Scot Awards.