Proceeding contribution from Stephen Gilbert (Liberal Democrat) in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 19 October 2011. It occurred during Debate on bill on Armed Forces Bill.
Armed Forces Bill
The hon. Gentleman is entirely right. The Liberal Democrats support the national defence medal and a thorough review that will deliver consistency for the awarding of all medals for members of our armed forces. It is absolutely right that for people joining our armed forces it is as much a calling for them as it is a job. It is right that we give them the recognition they deserve for their bravery in standing up for our freedoms. It is absolute hypocrisy for a former Minister sitting on the Opposition Front Bench, who was chuntering under his breath and saying that the reason they changed their view—
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- Conditions of employment Armed forces Commonwealth Annual reports Coroners Committee on the Grant of Honours, Decorations and Medals Malaysia Military decorations Veterans
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