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Written question asked by Bernard Jenkin (Conservative) on Friday, 11 July 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 1 September 2003. It was answered by Ivor Caplin (Labour) on Monday, 1 September 2003 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ministry of Defence

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when a campaign medal will be issued for personnel who have served in operations in Afghanistan.
Answer

Mr. Jenkin: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence when a campaign medal will be issued for personnel who have served in operations in Afghanistan. [126142] Mr. Caplin: The matter of a medal for campaign service in Afghanistan has been deliberated by the Ministry of Defence and a case submitted to the HD Committee. They will consider the case and pass their recommendation to The Queen for Her approval. An announcement will be made when a decision has been reached.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
126142; 409 c892W
Session
2002-03
Subjects
Armed forces Armed conflict Medals Afghanistan
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk