§ Mr. LuffTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence how many(a) Iraq and (b) GSM Canal Zone medals have been issued; and how many are expected to be issued during 2004. [168923]
§ Mr. CaplinThe information is as follows.
(a) Six.
(b) 6,30 land 777 clasps.
Note:
All figures as at 23 April.
It is difficult to estimate how many Iraq or Suez medals will be awarded in the coming months as it depends on applications. However, I can assure the hon. Member that medal offices will deal with applications as speedily and efficiently as possible.