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World War I and World War II: Women

Commons · Question 57633 · Tabled 5 Jun 2025 · Ministry of Defence · Official record

Answered 11 Jun 2025

Question

Asked by Mary Glindon

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he plans to commemorate the contribution of Canary Girls munitions factory workers in the (a) First and (b) Second World War.

Answer

Answered by Al Carns, 11 Jun 2025

The Government recognises the hard work of the Munitions workers and is extremely grateful for their input and sacrifices made during both world wars often working in harsh conditions, to ensure that our soldiers were well equipped during the war effort. ...