The medal is suspended from its distinctive yellow ribbon

The qualifying period has been reduced from 120 days

to puritan and Lord Protector

The 1939-45 Defence Medal was a campaign medal of the British Commonwealth

All single clasp medals were issued on the Edward VII medal

Fire Service Long Service EIIR Miniature Medal WW2 FS Mount & Engrave The medal is suspended fromThe EIIR Fire Service Long Service Medal was instituted 1st June 1954. Awarded to all ranks of the fire service whether full or part time for 20 years exemplary service. Prior to the introduction of this medal, local authorities issued their own medals with their own design.