Defence Services, Singapore (Medals)

12.

Mr. Gammans
asked the Secretary of State for War when the 14,000 Singapore volunteers and members of the passive defence services may expect to receive their medals.

Mr. Strachey
As soon as possible after the military requirements have been met.

Mr. Gammans
Is not it rather disgraceful that these people should be kept waiting for these medals for nearly 10 years?

Mr. Strachey
There are large numbers involved and I do not think that the delay is unreasonable.