UK’s Metropolitan Police on Tuesday said nine serving and retired officers of the department and staff have been recognised in the King Charles’s New Year Honours for their achievements and commitment to policing.
In a statement issued by the department on Tuesday, Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said, “the honours list marks the dedication of these officers and staff in protecting the public.”
“I am proud to see our extraordinary officers and staff recognised for their public service, hard work and courage in The King’s New Year Honours List. These prestigious awards highlight the breadth of work we do in the Met and the huge impact policing has on everyday life across London and beyond,” he said.
“The work recognised in these honours is truly wide-ranging, demonstrating remarkable operational achievements and outstanding leadership. “
“From building trust with a range of communities, dismantling serious organised crime gangs, tackling the increase in public order incidents, to protecting international and domestic leaders, these are all outstanding achievements.”
“It is a privilege to work with such talented people and the Metropolitan Police Service is privileged to have them.”
