Reading Central BID is once again proud to support the 2019 Reading Retail Awards.

Through the vehicle of the Business Improvement District, Reading UK helps manage the town centre on behalf of business-rate paying organisations and Reading Borough Council.

Bobby Lonergan, Reading Central BID Manager said: "We undertake a wide range of events and promotions coordinating closely with The Oracle and Broad Street Mall.

"We are also responsible for initiatives including: street deep cleaning, recycling, town centre floral displays, and initiatives to promote and manage the night time economy, funding Business Wardens and developing Reading’s image as a vital regional retailing hub."

Supporting the awards for a number of years, he went on to say: "We support the Reading Retail Awards because they celebrate best practice and the highest level of professionalism our retailers display.

"The retail industry is of vital importance to our local economy and these awards are now a highlight of the business year in Reading - looked forward to by most retailers."

We wish all entrants and nominees luck!

If you would like to guarantee your seat at this year's 10th Anniversary awards evening taking place at The Hilton Hotel Reading on Saturday 28th September, a limited number of tickets are now on sale priced at £75 each and available from www.ReadingRetailAwards.co.uk.

Lucky finalists will be announced on August 29 and will each receive two free tickets to attend!