Written question asked by Lord West of Spithead (Labour) on Monday, 24 January 2022, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 7 February 2022. It was answered by Baroness Vere of Norbiton (Conservative) on Monday, 31 January 2022 on behalf of the Department for Transport.
Merchant Shipping: Medals
- Question
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To ask Her Majesty's Government whether members of the Merchant Navy other than those in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary service will be eligible for the Platinum Jubilee Medal.
- Answer
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Platinum Jubilee Medal will be awarded to serving frontline members of the police, fire, emergency services, prison services and Armed Forces with five years’ service. Those in the Merchant Navy, apart from eligible members of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary, are not eligible. The Merchant Navy and fishing fleets will of course continue to be recognised through the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service state award.
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- Written question
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- HL5653
- Session
- 2021-22
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- Subjects
- Eligibility Merchant shipping Medals Platinum Jubilee 2022
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