Firefighters and staff awarded for Long Service

Firefighters and staff have been recognised for their exceptional service to communities in Staffordshire at a special presentation evening.

Four firefighters, two Crew Managers, a Watch Manager and two members of staff were presented with their awards on Monday (17 November).

Medals, which reward 20-years' service, and clasps, which represent 30 or 40-years' service, were presented by Vice Lord Lieutenant Mr Graham Morley. Certificates of Long Service were presented by Staffordshire Commissioner for Police, Fire & Rescue and Crime, Ben Adams.

Chief Fire Officer Rob Barber also attended the ceremony. He said: "I am delighted that these awards have been presented in recognition of their outstanding dedication, loyalty and devotion to Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service.

"Our people are at the very heart of the service, and it is important that we recognise them for all that they do, and all of the years they have put into making a difference in people's time of need.

Ben Adams, Staffordshire Police, Fire & Rescue and Crime Commissioner, said: “It was great to meet the firefighters and staff and present them with their long service awards.

“The event is an opportunity to thank them for their dedication and commitment to the service and the protection of the communities of Staffordshire. Recipients of these awards should be justifiably proud of this achievement.”

This year's recipients were:

• Crew Manager Paul Radcliffe - 40 years Clasp
• Crew Manager Kevin Bostock - 30 years Clasp
• Firefighter Michael Mosley - 30 years Clasp
• Fire Safety Inspector Lee Russell - 30 years Clasp
• Firefighter Jason Blount - 20 years Medal
• Firefighter Rob Cartlidge - 20 years Medal
• Watch Manager Tom Harrison - 20 years Medal
• Firefighter Robert Smith - 20 years Medal
• Fire and Heath Partnership Team Leader Wendy Gamston - Certificate