Nominations are being sought for the Scots Language Awards.
The awards ceremony will take place at Johnstone Town Hall on Saturday, September 16, in partnership with the Paisley.is destination brand.
The awards, which were first started in 2019, celebrate the importance of Scots language within arts and culture but also within daily life, education, and business.
Nominations will close on Sunday, July 30, giving people almost two weeks to share their recommendations for the awards.
There are 12 categories across a host of areas and industries open for nominations, as well as the widely-regarded Janet Paisley Services to Scots Award, which will be presented by Alistair Heather.
There will also be a host of incredible entertainment on the night, including a recital from Renfrewshire's poet laureate poet Shaun Moore, who was appointed as the region's Tannahill Makar last year, talks from esteemed Scottish writers Cat Cochrane and Shane Strachan, and musical performances from celebrated brother duo Euan and Lewis McLaughlin, and talented folk singer Iona Fyfe.
Scotland’s traditional culture, music and arts organisation Hands Up For Trad is involved in organising the annual event.
Simon Thoumire, one of the organisers, said: "It is wonderful to see such a growth in the use of Scots language, and a privilege to witness the efforts of those continuing to promote it through art, literature, business, teaching and more.
"If you know someone who embodies the essence of the Scots language, or shows unwavering dedication and passion in promoting it to others, we want to hear all about them!
"Make sure to nominate them for an award and share their story."
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Renfrewshire Provost Lorraine Cameron added: "We're delighted to be hosting the Scots Language Awards 2023 and Johnstone Town Hall will be a fantastic venue for this wonderful event.
"I'm looking forward to hearing from our own Tannahill Makar, Shaun Moore, and joining our guests to celebrate the very best of Scots language and its impact in our arts and culture.
"I hope everyone takes the chance to make a nomination and highlight some of the great achievements this year."
To nominate someone you know for a Scots Language Award, visit projects.handsupfortrad.scot/scotslanguageawards.
Tickets for the Scots Language Awards are available at bit.ly/3DiHw74.
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