Rochford District Council is asking residents to vote for their citizen of the year.

The council have opened the voting for people who have made a great contribution to charity or the community.

Lesley Butcher, chairman of Rochford District Council, said: ā€œIā€™m looking out for outstanding young people who have gone above and beyond in our community, as well as those who make a big difference to the lives of younger people.ā€

Voting ends January 31.