Nominations Open for 2026 Pride of Britain Awards

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Pride of Britain Awards, launching an annual nationwide search to honor inspirational individuals from across the United Kingdom. The awards, presented by the Daily Mirror in partnership with P&O Cruises, will culminate in a televised ceremony later this year.

Hosts Carol Vorderman and Ashley Banjo will return for their 27th consecutive year to celebrate the winners during a prime-time special on ITV1. A panel of judges will select the recipients later this summer from public nominations, which are currently being accepted online.

The awards recognize extraordinary achievements by people of all ages, including courageous children, lifesaving emergency service personnel, dedicated fundraisers, and those making a significant impact in their communities or on a broader scale.

Daily Mirror Editor-in-Chief Chloe Hubbard, participating for the first time this year, stated it is a privilege to be part of the event. She emphasized that every nominee deserves recognition and that the team will search every corner of the country to find the 2026 winners.

Host Carol Vorderman said it is an honor to return, noting that the winners' stories of courage,...