HC Deb 14 November 1950 vol 480 c1535
12. Mr. Gammans

asked the Secretary of State for War when the 14,000 Singapore volunteers and members of the passive defence services may expect to receive their medals.

Mr. Strachey

As soon as possible after the military requirements have been met.

Mr. Gammans

Is not it rather disgraceful that these people should be kept waiting for these medals for nearly 10 years?

Mr. Strachey

There are large numbers involved and I do not think that the delay is unreasonable.