# Spanish municipal police service honors

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/spanish-municipal-police-service-honors
> Updated: 2026-09-21T07:19:56.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Local authorities in Spain have conducted ceremonies to honor police officers for their service. In Elche, the Local Government Board approved 141 distinctions, including 84 Silver Medals for Police Merit and 57 diplomas for outstanding service, to be awarded during the Local Police patron saint celebration.

In Madrid, the City Council honored 560 Municipal Police officers with the Cross of San Juan for completing 25 years of public service. During the ceremony, Vice Mayor Inma Sanz noted that the municipal police budget has increased by 54% since 2019, reaching 540 million euros, and that 700 additional officers have been deployed.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-21: Madrid honors 560 Municipal Police officers for 25 years of service

Madrid City Council honored 560 Municipal Police officers with the Cross of San Juan to celebrate 25 years of public service and professional commitment to the city.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/madrid-honors-560-municipal-police-officers-for-25-years-of-service

### 2026-09-15: Elche honors Local Police with 141 distinctions

The Elche Local Government has approved 141 awards for local police officers, including 84 Silver Medals for Police Merit, to recognize professional excellence and outstanding service.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/elche-honors-local-police-with-141-distinctions

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