There are only eight weeks to go until The Bolton News Business Awards 2024 - and those who are shortlisted are currently being judged by the category sponsors. 

The black-tie event, which this year has Bolton Council and Leisure Guard Security as headline sponsors, celebrates achievement and highlights successful and innovative companies doing fantastic things in the Bolton area. 

The awards take place on Friday, September 20 in the Premier Suite at the Toughsheet Community Stadium.

There are 12 categories, including Social Enterprise of the Year, Family Business of the Year and Heart of the Community.

Mind reader and hypnotist Aaron Calvert will take centre stage at the event as host and there will be plenty of entertainment for guests to enjoy.

If you'd like to buy tickets for the awards, visit https://store.newsquest.co.uk/the-bolton-news-business-awards-2024-tickets.

If you have any questions relating to the event, email kate.neighbour@localiq.co.uk.