SPECIAL Constables were recognised for long service at an awards ceremony.

Among the long service medal winners were Special Constable Roy Tomlin, based in Deptford for nine years, Sub-Divisional Officer Stephen Cooper, based in Lewisham for nine years, and Borough Divisional Officer Ian Jenkins, based in Lewisham for 39 years.

Commissioner Sir John Stevens presented the awards at a ceremony held in the Royal Courts of Justice on November 2.

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