The Observer Ethical Awards 2009 has been launched (www.guardian.co.uk/observer-ethical-awards)! These awards are here to reward the individuals and organisations which represent the ethical best in class in the UK today. The judging panel includes UK’s top environmental and sustainability experts and also some well-known celebrities! We have the honour of having Rob Holdway from Giraffe Innovation judging at the Observer Ethical Awards for the 4th year running. Other include Colin Firth, Ken Livingstone, Deborah Meaden, Erin O’Connor, Mary Portas, David de Rotschild, Lucy Siegle, and Jo Wood to mention a few.

The categories are:

• Best Local Retailer
• Best Online Retailer Initiative
• Campaigner of the Year
• Politician of the Year
• Jupiter Big Idea Award
• Grassroots Campaigner
• Ecover Ethical Kids Awards
• Ethical Garden
• Fashion and Accessories, sponsored by Marie Claire
• Conservation Award, sponsored by National Grid
• Ethical Business Award, sponsored by Triodos

Closing date for votes and nominations is 9th March. If you would like to vote or nominate someone please click here.

Colin Firth and Rob at last year Observer Ethical Awards party

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