A new variety store opening in Willesden is looking for a local hero to cut the ribbon on launch day.

B&M Home Store and Garden Centre is seeking a local VIP to open its store in the former Homebase premises in High Road on May 16.

Heroes can be nominated by friends, family or work colleagues and could be someone who makes life better for people in the area, works hard for a particular cause or is renowned for their charity work.

Owned by B&M Retail, top brands of electrical goods, furniture, soft furnishings, toys and games as well as DIY products, gardening products, food and drink are sold with large discounts.

Joe Teague, area manager for the South said: “We wanted a true VIP to officially open our new store and what better way than to ask customers to nominate those who make a real difference to people’s lives in and around Willesden.”

She added: “We’re not judging by age or the type of support, we just want someone who goes that extra mile and who we can give something back to for a change.”

Nominations are being accepted until May 13 and can be e-mailed to communications@bmstores.co.uk

The worthy winner will also receive £250 worth of vouchers to spend in store.