Written question asked by Philip Davies (Conservative) on Monday, 26 March 2012, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 16 April 2012. It was answered by Lord Robathan (Conservative) on Monday, 16 April 2012 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Diamond Jubilee 2012: Medals

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will award the Queen's diamond jubilee medal to Territorial Army personnel who have served over five continuous years but not qualified for the 2012 bounty.

Answer: Medals are traditionally awarded for royal jubilees to recognise and reward the service and dedication of key front line services and in particular to those who are exposed regularly to difficult, often emergency situations and who potentially risk their lives.The Culture Secretary's announcement on 28 June 2012 stated that members of the armed forces (regular and reserves) who have completed five full calendar years of service, and are serving on 6 February 2012, will be presented with a medal to mark Her Majesty the Queen's diamond jubilee. These two criteria are consistent with the approach adopted for earlier jubilee medals, such as the golden jubilee in 2002.Reserve forces are eligible to receive this medal providing they hold five Certificates of Efficiency that do not have to represent consecutive years. However, the latest certificate must reflect financial year 2011-12. There are no plans to change this important principle.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 102415; 543 c73W
Session: 2010-12
Related items: Diamond Jubilee 2012: Medals
Monday, 30 April 2012
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects: Eligibility Medals Territorial Army Diamond Jubilee 2012
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