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Written question asked by Lord West of Spithead (Labour) on Wednesday, 29 March 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 14 April 2023. It was answered by Baroness Vere of Norbiton (Conservative) on Wednesday, 5 April 2023 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Merchant Shipping: Medals

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Baroness Vere of Norbiton on 28 March (HL6776), why the Merchant Navy Meritorious Service medal, which is for meritorious service, has been placed in the category of "efficiency and long service".

Answer

The Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service was placed in the category of Efficiency and Long Service Decorations and Medals by the Royal Household, alongside other awards of a similar nature, such as the Armed Forces Meritorious Service Medals.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL7045
Session
2022-23
Related items
Merchant Shipping: Medals
Tuesday, 28 March 2023
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
Merchant shipping Medals Military decorations
Link
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