HC Deb 15 April 1947 vol 436 cc23-4
41. Mr. Douglas Marshall

asked the Prime Minister if he will consider the issue of medals to Home Guards at an early date, in view of the fact that some men of this body are getting advanced in age.

The Prime Minister

The manufacture of the Defence Medal will, I hope, be started later in the year. As large numbers are required, some further time must elapse before issues can be made.

Mr. Marshall

Will the right hon. Gentleman give special consideration to the fact that these men did great work during the war? They are of an advanced age, and require some outward and visible sign of recognition for the work they have done.

The Prime Minister

I quite agree, and the matter is being pressed on as quickly as possible.