HC Deb 07 December 1948 vol 459 cc258-9
28. Lieut.-Colonel Lipton

asked the Secretary of State for War when the issue of Territorial Efficiency medals will be recommenced.

Mr. Shinwell

The issue of the Efficiency Medal to other ranks has never ceased; in fact, the rate of issue has recently been increased. As regards officers, as soon as the new conditions of award are approved, medals will be issued as supplies permit to those entitled.

Lieut.-Colonel Lipton

Is my right hon. Friend aware that if the distribution of these medals could be timed to coincide with the Territorial Army recruiting campaign, that campaign might benefit?

Mr. Shinwell

There has been an issue at the rate of 2,000 a month, but I understand there are many difficulties.

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