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Written question asked by Lord Alton of Liverpool (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Earl Attlee (Conservative) on Monday, 27 February 2012.


Armed Forces: Medals

Question
To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Earl Attlee on 7 February (WA 31), when they expect to conclude their deliberations and reach a decision in connection with the wearing of the Merchant Navy Medal.
Answer

Further to my Answer of 7 February, Her Majesty's Government are actively taking forward this issue. The granting of honours and decorations is a prerogative power of the Sovereign and due process must be followed.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
15622; 735 c193WA
Session
2010-12
Related items
Armed Forces: Medals
Tuesday, 7 February 2012
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
Merchant shipping Medals
Link
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