§ 22. Colonel L. WILSONasked whether any decision has yet been arrived at with reference to the issue of a medal or decoration to Imperial or Colonial troops in connection with the operations in Gallipoli?
§ Mr. MACPHERSONThis matter is receiving sympathetic consideration by the Imperial and Dominion Governments, but no conclusion has been reached.
§ Colonel WILSONIs it not a fact that a month ago I was informed that this matter was receiving sympathetic consideration, and could he say when a decision is likely to be arrived at?
§ Mr. MACPHERSONThat is perfectly true, but it is an extremely difficult question, involving a good deal of interviews and correspondence with the various Governments concerned. It also raises a very delicate point. I promise my hon. and gallant Friend that I will communicate with him when I get the information.
§ Mr. TENNANTIs there any precedent for the issue of a decoration or medal for a campaign of this kind, which cannot be said to have resulted in victory?
§ Mr. MACPHERSONI am not sure about that.