Armed Forces: Northern Ireland
Lords · Question HL271 · Tabled 23 Jul 2024 · Ministry of Defence · Official record
Answered 6 Aug 2024
Question
Asked by Lord Rogan
To ask His Majesty's Government whether Armed Forces personnel engaged in military operations in Northern Ireland will be eligible to receive the Wider Service Medal; and if not, why.
Answer
Answered by Lord Coaker, 6 Aug 2024
A small number of operations have already been considered and confirmed as eligible for the Wider Service Medal. Work is ongoing to consider the eligibility of a large number of other operations, which is likely to include operational activity in Northern...