Lance Sergeant William Brough, formerly No.8 Commando before joining 'L' Detachment SAS Brigade in August 1941, was awarded the Military Medal whilst serving with the SAS in recognition of gallant and distinguished service. He was a former Police Officer and Scots Guards Reservist having enlisted in the Guards on 16 March 1935. Recalled for military service 30 November 1939 whilst serving in the Police at Runcorn. 

"This NCO has taken part in 7 raids and has played an important part in the destruction of much enemy equipment. On a raid in January 1942 the activities of this NCO and an Officer caused the Mayor of Sirte to send to Tripoli for reinforcements. On this occasion he showed the utmost determination in the face of what appeared to be most formidable odds." Recommended by Lt. Col. A.D. Stirling DSO.

William Gordon Brough joined the Cheshire Constabulary on 9 January 1939 and was posted to Runcorn Division, collar number 75. Post war he rejoined the Police resuming service at Runcorn on 22 August 1945, resigning the following year on 7 December 1946.

Will Brown, Police Historian for the Cheshire Constabulary, via Tony Moore, FRHistS and Police Historian.