Budding stars in Leicestershire are being invited to showcase their talents at the annual Leicester's Got Talent competition.

Young people aged between 8 and 25-years-old can sign up for the competition between now and Monday, November 12.

Nominations will then be whittled down to a shortlist who will be invited to perform at the live event on Saturday, November 24 at The Y Theatre, Leicester, in front of a panel of judges.

As well as earning the title of Leicester's Got Talent champion, the winner will receive an iPad and £200-worth of vouchers.

Last year’s event saw a diverse range of gifted youngsters take to the stage, from soulful singing acts to dynamic dance performances, but it was 12-year-old singer-songwriter Eva Rose who dazzled the judges with her vocals and was crowned the overall winner.

The accomplished singer is currently appearing in CBBC talent series, 'Got What It Takes' .

Leicester’s Got Talent was launched in 2012 and is organised by Pukaar News in association with Crimestoppers UK, Leicestershire Police, Anand and Daewoo International, Bond Adams Solicitors and LAMP mental health charity.

Sue Langley, chief executive of LAMP and sponsor of LGT, said: “At LAMP we believe everyone should have a voice. We encourage young people to socialise and use their talents to also talk about mental health in diverse ways.

"Every year we are amazed by the young people who take part in Leicester's Got Talent, and so we are excited to meet those taking part in this years' event in November.”

To enter, click here to visit the website.