Join the search for Scotland's People 2023
Over the past three years, Jackie Bird has travelled Scotland meeting the nation’s unsung heroes and learning of the care and kindness they’ve given others.
Jackie will be doing it all again this year and she needs your help!
This is your chance to nominate the individuals who deserve to be recognised as one of Scotland’s People 2023.
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Jackie Bird searches for Scotland's People 2023
Looking back at some highlights and forward to this year's show.
Do you know somebody special who has gone above and beyond to help those around them?
Can you suggest somebody who has helped their local community and spread joy through hard times?
Is there someone who has been an inspiration and who deserves a huge thank you from the nation?
We'd love to hear about them.
To nominate someone you know – go to bbc.co.uk/scotlandspeople and tell us all about them.
What are you waiting for? Let’s tell the nation about that special person!
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