Several members of the Joint Services were yesterday presented with medals in recognition of their long and dedicated service.
Those who are members of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) were presented with the Military Efficiency and Border Defence Medals. The Military Efficiency Medal is awarded to serving members of the force who have completed at least 10 years of efficient service, while the Border Defence Medal may be awarded to any officer or other rank serving in a unit deployed within 100 kilometres of a hostile border. The individual becomes eligible for the award on completion of 365 days of such service.
Members of the Guyana Police Force (GPF) who completed similar service were also awarded the Border Defence Medal, while those of the GPF who have provided 15 years continuous service received the Long Service and Good Conduct Medal.
