Police Long Service and Good Conduct Medal
Awarded for 22 years’ full-time service with exemplary conduct in UK police forces.
The Police Long Service and Good Conduct Medal recognises dedicated service and exemplary conduct within the police forces of the United Kingdom.
Awarded after 22 years’ full-time service, the medal reflects a sustained commitment to duty, discipline, and professionalism. It is one of the most established long service awards within UK policing.
In 1956, eligibility for the medal was extended beyond the United Kingdom to include police forces in Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Nauru, reflecting the shared policing traditions across Commonwealth services.
The Australian version of the award was later superseded in 1976 by the National Medal, which became the standard long service award for eligible emergency services personnel in Australia.
Today, the Police Long Service and Good Conduct Medal remains an important recognition of long-standing service within UK constabularies and is widely sought for replacement, display, and collection purposes.
Key features
- Awarded for 22 years’ full-time service with good conduct
- Recognises long and dedicated service in UK police forces
- Extended in 1956 to select Commonwealth police forces
- Australian award replaced by the National Medal in 1976
- Ideal for replacement, display, or medal mounting
Highlights
- 22 years’ police service recognition
- UK constabulary long service medal
- Historic Commonwealth eligibility (1956)
- Collectable and replacement medal
- Suitable for wear or display
Specification
Medal: Police Long Service and Good Conduct Medal
Service: UK Police Forces
Qualifying service: 22 years’ full-time service
Conduct requirement: Exemplary / good conduct
Commonwealth extension: 1956 (Australia, Papua New Guinea, Nauru)
Australian replacement: National Medal (introduced 1976)