The new award recognises the vital role neighbourhood police officers play in supporting retailers and helping to keep high streets safe for businesses, staff and customers. Online voting for High Street Hero Awards is open for the whole of August. Retail NI chief executive Glyn Roberts said: “We are delighted to introduce this new award as part of High Street Heroes. “Neighbourhood policing teams are on the frontline in tackling crime on our high streets. “I am delighted by the introduction of a dedicated High Street Heroes NI Neighbourhood Police Officer of the Year Awards, and I encourage you to make a nomination in this category.