Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 116720
Armed Forces: Medals
Tabled: 2 March 2026
Answered: 10 March 2026
Question
Andrew Rosindell
Reform UK — Romford
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether the criteria for awarding the Wider Service Medal permit the inclusion of operations conducted on UK territory.
Answer
Louise Sandher-JonesEligibility for the Wider Service Medal (WSM) in relation to Operation INTERFLEX was last reviewed by the Operational Recognition Board (ORB) on 20 November 2025. The Board recognises the challenges of prolonged separation for personnel serving on Operati...
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