Posthumous medal for Leominster emergency worker who laid down his life in service
A Leominster emergency worker who died in service has been recognised for his sacrifice, along with 105 others.
Jeremy Daw has received the Elizabeth Emblem along with 105 other emergency workers who died on duty.
The award is the civilian equivalent of the Elizabeth Cross and recognises the sacrifices made by public servants who have lost their lives as a result of their duty.
Mr Daw, a historian had retired as a paramedic, but came out of retirement to help during the pandemic only to die in 2021 when an object struck the ambulance he was in.
The 66-year-old had worked in Leominster and Hereford for almost 30 years was described as “a remarkable character” by colleagues and “one of life's good guys”
Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Pat McFadden announced the awards on Friday.
He said: "We owe an enduring debt to the public servants who give their lives to protect others."
He added: "The Elizabeth Emblem is a reminder not just of the ultimate price their loved ones have paid in service of our communities, it is a lasting symbol of our national gratitude for their incredible sacrifice."
The design of the Elizabeth Emblem incorporates a rosemary wreath, a traditional symbol of remembrance, which surrounds the Tudor Crown.
It is inscribed with “For A Life Given In Service” and will have the name of the person for whom it is in memoriam inscribed on the reverse of the Emblem.
The Emblem will also include a pin to allow the award to be worn on clothing by the next of kin of the deceased.
Families and next of kin of those who have died in public service are able to apply for an Elizabeth Emblem by making an application to the Cabinet Office.
The Elizabeth Emblem is awarded to the next of kin of a person who was employed in a role based on the source of a commission on behalf of, or formally funded by, an eligibility body.
