HC Deb 14 December 1937 vol 330 cc968-9
22. Mr. Day

asked the President of the Board of Trade the number of awards for gallantry that have been made during the 12 months ended to the last convenient date to officers and men of the British Mercantile Marine by the British Government and/or foreign Governments?

Mr. Stanley

I am glad to have this opportunity to say that during the 12 months, 1st December, 1936, to 30th November, 1937, awards for gallantry were made by His Majesty's Government to six officers and 30 men of the British Mercantile Marine and, during the same period, by the French Government to two officers and six men and by the Argentine Government to two men.

Mr. Day

Will the Minister consider whether greater publicity can be given to these feats of gallantry?

Mr. Stanley

Yes, I will certainly consider that.