Police officers recognised for commitment and service

The Honourable Grace Grace MP representing the Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Services and Minister for Corrective Services Mark Ryan and Police Commissioner Ian Stewart have congratulated QPS officers and staff who received medals and awards at a ceremony held on Tuesday, June 20 at Police Headquarters in Brisbane.

The ceremony saw the National Police Service Medal presented to ten officers for their past and future commitment to ethical and diligent service and recognises the special status that sworn police officers have because of their role protecting the community. A minimum of 15 years’ service is required to qualify for this medal.

The National Medal and Clasps were presented to 12 officers. The National Medal recognises 15 years of diligent service by members of Australian police forces, defence forces, and members of the ambulance and fire services. Clasps to the National Medal are awarded for a further period of ten years’ service.

The ceremony also saw the Queensland Police Service Medal presented to a number of officers and staff members. The QPS Medal is an award approved by the Commissioner in recognition of diligent and ethical service by QPS employees after 10 years of full-time qualifying service.

Commissioner Stewart presented Inspector Brendan Keleher, Sergeant Nicholas Glaser, Mr Barry Anderson and Ms Mary-Lou Webster with their 35 year Clasp. A further 27 recipients received Clasps and the QPS Medal was awarded to three officers and seven staff members.

Commissioner Stewart said all award recipients were of the highest calibre.

“Everyone presented with an award today show the professionalism that is a hallmark of the QPS,” Commissioner Stewart said.

“It’s important we also acknowledge family and friends, in front of us, who provide officers the essential support needed to perform our roles every day, who stand alongside all of us during both the challenging and the rewarding times.

“It is the comfort, support and counsel that you provide that gives police officers the strength and confidence required to fulfil their duties, even in the face of adversity.”