The SCL Hudson Prize

After a decade as the Alfred Hudson Prize, the competition was re-launched with a slightly different format as the SCL Hudson Prize in 1996, in order to encourage the widest possible range of participants and topics. A maximum limit of 5000 words was introduced and the emphasis placed on originality of thought or approach. The Society has periodically increased the prize money, which currently stands at £4,000 for 1st Prize and £2,500 for 2nd Prize. Entrants can also be Highly Commended or Commended. All who are awarded prizes or commendations receive a year' free membership of the Society.