Former Firefighter Chris Lock has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the New Year 2023 Honours List for his tireless dedication in founding and establishing a new major war memorial in Belgium.  See the full article here: https://www.avonfire.gov.uk/all-areas/4090-former-firefighter-awarded-british-empire-medal-following-years-of-charitable-service-in-belgium

THE KING has been graciously pleased to approve the award of the British Empire Medal (Civil Division) to Ian Christopher Satherley: Secretary and treasurer, Avon Fire and Rescue Service Pensioners Association. For Voluntary and Charitable Services