§ Mr. Simon Mahonasked the Minister of State for Defence what is the cost for replacement to an ex-Service man of the 1939–45 Star, Atlantic Star, Africa Star with Clasp, Burma Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal and War Medal; if he will take steps to replace such war medals at a nominal cost; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. BlakerCampaign Stars, £1.22–£1.26; Clasp for Africa Star, 12p–15p; Defence and War Medals, 96p–97p. These charges are based on latest production costs.
I regret I cannot agree to the replacement of these medals at nominal cost which would necessitate expenditure from public funds.