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Spotlight Awards 2008

This year’s winners have received their awards at a glittering night at Wolverhampton’s Civic Hall.
Watch an exclusive video of the winners here: Best of the region at E&S Spotlight awards
You can view photos from the big night here: Spotlight Awards night – in pictures
Nominations for the Spotlight Awards 2008, sponsored by Black Country Tourism, were received from all across the region. Readers voted for the shortlist of some of the region’s best pubs, greatest restaurants and music venues in the business.
Working with our partners Heart fm and Wolves Civic, another evening of top class entertainment took place to celebrate the best in the business across the region.
Thanks to everyone involved in making it such a memorable night and congratulations to all the 2008 winners.
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