The first stage of judging is based heavily on your supporting documents, as well as your written answers, so ensure they show your entry at its best!

For each category you will need to include good quality photos as outlined to support your submission.

Make sure you have the below elements to hand for each entry:

• Photos of your shop front entrance and window display (does not have to be a display of meat, just a good – perhaps themed or local community – display)
• Photos of your shop interior layout and design
• Photos of cabinet displays
• Any supporting marketing and promotional materials
• Any supporting materials that demonstrate efficiency, team-working abilities, knowledge and presentation of staff, training and development of staff
• Any supporting materials that demonstrate your back-of-shop organisation
• Any supporting materials that demonstrate your shop hygiene
• Any supporting materials that demonstrate your business development plans
• Any supporting materials that demonstrate your involvement with the local community
• Any supporting materials that demonstrate your involvement with local food supply chains