Pride Of Britain Awards

The Pride of Britain Awards is an annual event in the United Kingdom, honouring British people who have acted bravely or extraordinarily in challenging situations

The awards were founded by Peter Willis, an associate editor of the ''Daily Mirror'', under the editorship of Piers Morgan

The first Pride of Britain Awards were held at the Dorcester Hotel,Mayfair,London in May 1999

The awards are televised on ITV and hosted by Carol Vorderman. The judging panel is made up of celebrities and well-known figures from a range of backgrounds