Written question asked by Shabana Mahmood (Labour) on Wednesday, 24 November 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 26 November 2021. It was answered by Victoria Atkins (Conservative) on Thursday, 2 December 2021 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.
Prison Officers: Medals
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether he has plans to ensure that prison officers are recognised for their contribution through a Platinum Jubilee Medal, regardless of whether they work in a private- or publicly-run prison.
- Answer
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The basis upon which the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal is being awarded to prison officers is the same as for the Armed Forces and the Emergency Services. The decision about who should be eligible for the medal was made by a cross-government committee and had to reflect the eligible grades from the other services.
Medals are traditionally awarded for Royal Jubilees to recognise and reward the service and dedication of key front line uniformed services in the public sector and in particular to those who are exposed regularly to difficult, often emergency situations and who potentially risk their lives.
Official medals awarded by HM The Queen are restricted to public sector employees, in line with the existing criteria used for the award of previous Jubilee Medals.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 80944
- Session
- 2021-22
- Related items
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Eligibility Medals Prison officers
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