Written question asked by Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party) on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 17 November 2025 (named day). It was answered by Sarah Jones (Labour) on Tuesday, 18 November 2025 on behalf of the Home Office.
Emergency Services: Injuries
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of introducing a (a) medal and (b) formal recognition of members of the emergency services who have sustained (i) severe and (ii) life-changing injuries in the line of duty.
- Answer
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Any official award is a gift from the Government, on behalf of His Majesty The King to recognise individuals within policing and emergency services personnel. The creation of a new award requires cross Government consensus and approval from the Committee on The Grant of Honours, Decorations and Medals, before advice is put to HM The King to make his final decision.
The Home Office will continue to consider proposals for new awards for members of the emergency services. It is only right that we recognise the sacrifices made by the emergency services, and it is important to make sure this is considering fully and carefully to ensure any changes are proportionate and effective.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 90146
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Injuries Emergency services Medals
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- 2025-11-18 15:10:50 +0000
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