First recipients of ‘Elizabeth Emblem’ announced to commemorate public servants who died in line of duty
9 November, 2024
Today, the first recipients of the Elizabeth Emblem were announced, a new award to commemorate public servants who have died in the line of duty.
The emblem, which is named after Her Majesty the Queen, will be awarded posthumously to the families of public servants who have lost their lives while carrying out their duties.
The inaugural recipients of the emblem are:
- Police Constable Andrew Harper, who was killed in the line of duty in August 2019.
- Firefighter Stephen Hunt, who died while fighting a fire in November 2020.
- Paramedic John Atkinson, who died after being assaulted while on duty in January 2021.
The families of the recipients will receive the emblem at a ceremony in London later this month.
The Elizabeth Emblem was created with the support of the Royal Warrant Holders Association, which represents businesses that hold a Royal Warrant from Her Majesty the Queen.
The emblem is a permanent memorial to those who have given their lives in service to the public and a symbol of the gratitude of the nation.
Speaking about the Elizabeth Emblem, the Prime Minister said:
“Public servants who die in the line of duty make the ultimate sacrifice. The Elizabeth Emblem is a fitting tribute to their courage and bravery.
“We will never forget the sacrifice of these brave men and women. The Elizabeth Emblem will ensure that their names live on and their families are remembered.”
The Minister for the Cabinet Office, Michael Gove, said:
“The Elizabeth Emblem is a powerful symbol of our nation’s gratitude to those who have given their lives in service to the public.
“We will never forget the sacrifice of these brave men and women. The Elizabeth Emblem will ensure that their names live on and their families are remembered.”
The chairman of the Royal Warrant Holders Association, Sir John Major, said:
“The Royal Warrant Holders Association is proud to support the Elizabeth Emblem.
“This emblem is a fitting tribute to the public servants who have given their lives in service to the nation. We will never forget their sacrifice.”
The Elizabeth Emblem is a permanent memorial to those who have given their lives in service to the public. It is a symbol of the gratitude of the nation and a reminder of the ultimate sacrifice that these brave men and women have made.
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