What is the Medals for Heroes campaign?

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What is the Medals for Heroes campaign?

Police staff associations have joined forces with prison officers and the Fire Brigades Union to petition for a new award to recognise the service of emergency workers who have died in the line of duty.

Date - 11th August 2022
By - Cachella Smith

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The Police Federation, the Police Superintendents’ Association and the Prison Officers Association are calling for unique recognition for those who have died while doing their job. Launched in April, the campaign has so far received...

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