Rewarded for 30 years in the service of the realm
Fifty-five employees were celebrated on 26 April 2024 for 30 years of ‘Zealous and Devoted Service of the Realm’. Photo: Mikael Wallerstedt.
On 26 April 2024, several employees of Uppsala University were awarded the "For Zealous and Devoted Service of the Realm" distinction for 30 years of service.
Ashok Swain. Photo: David Naylor
This award is given to employees who have worked in the public sector for at least 30 years.
Our Professor Ashok Swain was one of the recipients last week.
Congratulations!
What does ‘Zealous and Devoted Service of the Realm’ mean?
An employee who has demonstrated zealous and devoted service as an employee of the state (public authorities under the government) or of the Riksdag or its authorities for at least 30 years can be awarded the distinction ‘For Zealous and Devoted Service of the Realm’.
If the employee retires or there is some other specific reason, this distinction can be awarded after 25 years of employment.
In essence, ‘zealous and devoted service’ means that a person has conducted themselves impeccably.