Wiltshire Council is launching a new award schem for volunteers and community groups.

The first Wiltshire Council VCS Awards will be looking for people working on exceptional or innovative schemes that help to transform the lives of people in the county.

The winners will be announced and awards handed out at a ceremony to be held at the corn Exchange in Devizes on October 19.

The six team award categories are partnership working, innovation, best community initiative nominated by an area board, most inclusive approach, community leadership and volunteer of the year.

There is also an overall Making a Difference award for the winner of the winners.

Full details of the awards scheme are on the Wiltshire Council website.