Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 116720

Armed Forces: Medals

Tabled: 2 March 2026
Answered: 10 March 2026

Question

Andrew Rosindell

Reform UKRomford

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-Jones
Eligibility 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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