UPCOTT House Bed and Breakfast are still looking for all important support from local people that may win them a national prize.

The business was recognised as one of the top five businesses in the country by Smarta 100 for their social work in supporting young homeless people. Upcott House work with Young Devon, the Youth Offending Team, social services and the Housing Department to provide temporary emergency accommodation so young people in difficult situations can develop independent living skills.

Upcott House was also recognised for its green credentials, including the installation of an electric vehicle charge point, ten kilowatt solar PV array and investment in a Nissan Leaf electric car for the business.

John and Kay Bickley, who run the business, have pledged that if they win the £10,000 grand prize, £1,000 of the money will be put toward a local eco-friendly project for the community, with the rest to be spent on further developing the youth lodgings and apprenticeships at the B&B.

To win the overall prize, Upcott House need as many votes from local people as possible by September 20. You can show your support for them by voting on http://www.smarta.com/smarta100/2011-winners/upcott-house">www.smarta.com/smarta100/2011-winners/upcott-house