Attendees at the Ekurhuleni Central Cluster SAPS Prestige Awards were asked why it's important for police members to receive recognition for their work.
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Col Kumbilani Mbatha, station commander Boksburg North SAPS: It encourages their morale and lets them know they are appreciated.
Rev Godfrey Booysen, Brakpan SAPS chaplain: Not only does it reward good work but it also helps to motivate others to up their standard of service.
Narina McKeever, Brakpan SAPS: It’s important because police officers deserve it. In the line of work they do they need to be recognised.
WO Maxwell Dlamini,
Boksburg SAPS: It helps with morale and it is important for the members to be encouraged to do their duties.
Sgt Faith Ntuli, Brakpan SAPS: They risk their lives to protect and serve the community, so it’s important for them to be appreciated and recognised.