Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council is asking for the public's help to establish the borough as a top caring authority.

The annual social services department's stars awards is looking for nominations for team of the year and manager of the year along with candidates for the innovation award, partnership working and outstanding practice.

The closing date for nominations is January 6.

Nominations can be submitted through the council's website, www.redcar-cleveland.gov.uk. Paper forms are available from social services, Seafield House, Kirkleatham Street, Redcar.

Winners will be announced at a ceremony at Gisborough Hall on February 27.