Just a few days remain for local companies to enter the Barking and Dagenham Business Awards 2014 with the deadline closing at 5pm on Wednesday.

Barking and Dagenham Post: Strictly Come Dancing's Anton Du Beke will host the glitzy awards ceremony.Strictly Come Dancing's Anton Du Beke will host the glitzy awards ceremony. (Image: Archant)

Kerry Cannadine, 28, launched her own ‘shabby-chic’ boutique Chic Dreams, in Church Street, Dagenham, just over two years ago.

Following a successful first 12 months she won the customer service prize at last year’s ceremony, but is targeting the sole trader prize this time around - a category she came runner-up in last time.

She said: “It was fantastic to win and great recognition for everyone to see.

“I’d urge any local businesses to enter, because the process itself is hugely beneficial as well.”

All those entering will get the chance to meet BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing favourite Anton du Beke, who will host the glitzy ceremony in July.

Entries are open to any businesses across the borough provided they have an operational presence within Barking and Dagenham but have to be submitted by Wednesday May 7.

For more information or to enter visit bdbawards.com