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Written question asked by Lord West of Spithead (Labour) on Tuesday, 1 February 2022, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 15 February 2022. It was answered by Baroness Vere of Norbiton (Conservative) on Wednesday, 9 February 2022 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Merchant Shipping: Medals

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Baroness Vere of Norbiton on 31 January (HL5653), whether there is no comparability between the Jubilee Medal and the Merchant Navy Medal for meritorious service.

Answer

The Platinum Jubilee Medal is a one-off commemorative medal awarded to all eligible public servants who are serving front-line members of the police, fire, emergency services, prison services and the Armed Forces. The Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service is a state award for those who have served in the Merchant Navy and fishing fleets of the United Kingdom, the Isle of Man, the Channel Islands and the British overseas territories. It is awarded to those who have shown devotion to duty and exemplary service which has been of particular value and an outstanding example to others. It is awarded annually and limited to a maximum of twenty medals per year.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL5864
Session
2021-22
Related items
Merchant Shipping: Medals
Monday, 31 January 2022
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
Merchant shipping Medals Platinum Jubilee 2022
Link
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