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The heroes who tackled the London Bridge terrorist are to be awarded the UK’s highest bravery medals for civilians, according to reports.

Darryn Frost, 38, and John Crilly, 48, held off knifeman Usman Khan with a narwhal tusk and a fire extinguisher after the terrorist launched an attack at Fishmongers' Hall in London on November 29.

The pair will receive either the George Cross of the Queen’s Gallantry Medal, according to the Sun.

The Prime Minister’s Spokesman reportedly suggested that the men were likely to get their awards next year, describing them as: “The very best of the British people.”

He told the newspaper: “The Prime Minister and the country have huge admiration for the courage they showed.”

Mr Frost and Mr Crilly, who was on licence for manslaughter, chased Khan down London Bridge after he fatally stabbed Cambridge graduates Saskia Jones, 23, and Jack Merritt, 25.

The brave duo were joined by tour guides Thomas Gray, 24 and Stevie Hurst, 34, Polish kitchen porter Kukasz Koczocik, 38 and a British Transport Policeman.

After the terrorist was subdued, Kham was shot dead by armed officers.

Labour MP Neil Coyle also told the Sun: “Anyone who tries to tackle a terrorist at great risk to themselves should be recognised for the bravery shown.”

While Tory Mark Francois said: “The honours system is a highly appropriate way of recognising these incredible individuals whose bravery undoubtedly saved lives.”