Following a campaign by Mr Hughes and Mr Bone, it was announced earlier this year that the emblem would be awarded to the next of kin of police officers, firefighters and other public servants.

The award recognises police officers, firefighters and other public servants who died while on duty. The emblem is the civilian equivalent of the Elizabeth Cross which recognises members of the ...

Seven Scots including firefighters and police officers who died in the line of duty are to be among the first people to receive an Elizabeth Emblem. The award recognises police officers ...