Nominations are pouring in for the second Community Policing Awards but we still want to hear about the best of the best at Avon and Somerset police.

In the first two weeks, dozens of nominations were received for the awards, jointly organised by the police and police authority, and sponsored by the Western Daily Press, to honour the hard work and dedication of the force's officers and staff.

The judging panel wants to hear about the people who go that extra mile to reduce crime and improve the quality of life for residents in the neighbourhoods they serve.

Nominations are being accepted for Neighbourhood Beat Manager of the Year; PCSO of the Year; Special Constable of the Year; Neighbourhood Team of the Year and Outstanding Customer Service Award.

Dr Moira Hamlin, chairman of Avon and Somerset Police Authority, said: "Last year's winners felt a great sense of pride from receiving one of these awards, particularly because nominations came from members of the public.

"That is why we want to get all communities involved in making nominations for these awards to help us acknowledge the good work that is being carried out." PCSO Sheryl Drewitt was one of many recognised for her efforts last year. She was one of the first PCSOs in South Gloucestershire when she joined up six years ago.

The 39-year-old based in Filton said: "I was extremely chuffed to be nominated and highly commended last year.

"I started a neighbourhood watch group and used to spend a lot of my time on the phone to the police.

"I've always been community minded and when I heard about the job I thought it would be a chance to spend a lot more time trying to solve local issues.

"I still absolutely love the job. You get to meet so many people and you're always out and about in the community.

"I think the awards are a fantastic idea. The police sometimes get criticised so when we do a good job it's nice to get recognition for our hard work."

PCSO Drewitt has been working alongside Ros Messenger, last year's South Gloucestershire winner, in tackling anti-social behaviour on their patch, under neighbourhood beat manager for Bradley Stoke, PC Claire Fletcher.

She was also highly commended last year.

On winning the award last year, PCSO Messenger, who covers Stoke Gifford and Little Stoke, said: "I was quite dumbstruck really, getting rewarded for just doing my job. I just love my job."

The force's chief constable Colin Port said: "Both staff and officers are working hard to form strong links with their communities and partner agencies to tackle the things that really matter to communities.

"These awards are to recognise that hard work and recognise the difference that is being made in our communities every day."

To make a nomination either collect one from your local police station or the Western Daily Press reception in Temple Way. You can also download a form and see other awards stories at www.westerndailypress.co.uk/CPA.

The closing date for nominations is November 30.