GWENT residents are being called on to nominate inspirational members of the community to be part of the Olympic Torch Relay.

Around 8,000 torchbearers will take part in the UK-wide relay and organisers are looking for those who have gone above and beyond to join in.

Nominators have up to 150 words to explain why their nominee should carry the torch.

They also have until June 29 to submit their entry on the official London 2012 website, www.london2012.co m/olympictorchrelay.

Selection takes place later this year, when judging panels will be held in regions across the UK.