It has been announced that JLS are among the recipients of this year’s O2 Silver Clef Awards.

The boys will pick up the ‘Newcomer Award’ trophy at the 35th annual ceremony on July 2.

Upon receiving news of their win, JLS said: “We are so honoured and humbled to be winning such a prestigious award.

“There are so many amazing new artists at present and to be considered, let alone win the best newcomer award is truly incredible. We are so grateful, and delighted to be attending an event that does so much good work.”