§ 63. Mr. Teelingasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what decorations were awarded to the Fiji forces who served in Malaya; and if he will publish the message sent by the Secretary of State congratulating the Fijians and place a copy in the Library of the House of Commons.
§ Mr. ProfumoThe decorations awarded were as follows:
D.S.O. … … … 1 O.B.E. … … … 1 M.C. … … … 4 B.E.M … … … 2 D.C.M. … … … 2 M.M. … … … 10 In addition, there were 31 Mentions in Dispatches.
Following is the text of the message of thanks which my right hon. Friend sent on behalf of Her Majesty's Government:
On behalf of Her Majesty's Government in the United Kingdom, I should like to join the Government and people of Fiji in welcoming you back to your homeland. Your battalion has served abroad for four years with great 33W distinction and can look back with pride on a record of achievement that has enhanced the high reputation of the Fiji military forces. Her Majesty's Government are grateful to you for your excellent services and to your families for bearing your absence so patiently. I wish you continued success and to each one of you every happiness in the future.