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24/02/2025
NIFRS Honours 131 Employees For Long Service And Good Conduct
The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) has recognised 131 employees for their long service and good conduct. An awards ceremony was held at the NIFRS's new Learning & Development College (LDC) in Cookstown on Thursday, February 20, 2025.
Chief Fire & Rescue Officer Aidan Jennings, NIFRS Board Chairperson Jay Colville, and Permanent Secretary Peter May attended the event, alongside Lord Lieutenant of County Tyrone Robert Scott, who presented the awards.
The awards acknowledged employees in both operational and support roles. Ninety-one operational and five support staff received 20-year long service medals, 31 operational employees received 30-year clasps, one operational employee received a 40-year clasp, and one support employee received the 40-year medallion award.
Employees were also commended for their actions, professionalism, and distinguished conduct in three separate incidents.
NIFRS Chief Fire & Rescue Officer Aidan Jennings said: "As Chief Fire & Rescue Officer, it is my privilege to publicly recognise and celebrate the long service of our employees across NIFRS. Each colleague receiving their Long Service and Good Conduct award has made a vital contribution to our organisation and the essential service we provide to the community.
"I am delighted that we are hosting our Long Service and Good Conduct awards ceremony in our new LDC in Cookstown. The College has been purpose built to support the training needs of our Firefighters and support employees. The official opening of the site is anticipated for later this year.
"The ceremony is an important occasion to honour their invaluable commitment, dedication and professionalism, highlighting the values and culture that define us as an organisation. They have set a standard of excellence that inspires those around them.
"It is also important to acknowledge the support of our employees' families, particularly those who are operational. They face challenging, demanding and often dangerous situations in their duty to protect the community and keep the people of Northern Ireland safe. The unwavering support they receive is invaluable."
Chairperson of NIFRS Board Jay Colville said: "On behalf of the NIFRS Board, it is an honour to celebrate the dedication of all 131 employees who are being recognised for their years of service. These awards are a fitting tribute to their hard work and selflessness in protecting our community.
"I would like to express my sincere gratitude to each of our employees who celebrated tonight. Their roles have often required personal sacrifices and I deeply appreciate every person's dedication and resilience throughout their careers."
Chief Fire & Rescue Officer Aidan Jennings, NIFRS Board Chairperson Jay Colville, and Permanent Secretary Peter May attended the event, alongside Lord Lieutenant of County Tyrone Robert Scott, who presented the awards.
The awards acknowledged employees in both operational and support roles. Ninety-one operational and five support staff received 20-year long service medals, 31 operational employees received 30-year clasps, one operational employee received a 40-year clasp, and one support employee received the 40-year medallion award.
Employees were also commended for their actions, professionalism, and distinguished conduct in three separate incidents.
NIFRS Chief Fire & Rescue Officer Aidan Jennings said: "As Chief Fire & Rescue Officer, it is my privilege to publicly recognise and celebrate the long service of our employees across NIFRS. Each colleague receiving their Long Service and Good Conduct award has made a vital contribution to our organisation and the essential service we provide to the community.
"The ceremony is an important occasion to honour their invaluable commitment, dedication and professionalism, highlighting the values and culture that define us as an organisation. They have set a standard of excellence that inspires those around them.
"It is also important to acknowledge the support of our employees' families, particularly those who are operational. They face challenging, demanding and often dangerous situations in their duty to protect the community and keep the people of Northern Ireland safe. The unwavering support they receive is invaluable."
Chairperson of NIFRS Board Jay Colville said: "On behalf of the NIFRS Board, it is an honour to celebrate the dedication of all 131 employees who are being recognised for their years of service. These awards are a fitting tribute to their hard work and selflessness in protecting our community.
"I would like to express my sincere gratitude to each of our employees who celebrated tonight. Their roles have often required personal sacrifices and I deeply appreciate every person's dedication and resilience throughout their careers."
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