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Recognition for veterans of Arctic Convoys and Bomber Command

By Sharon Black

In Parliament today, the Prime Minister, David Cameron, welcomed the conclusion of the second part of Sir John Holmes’ review into the rules and principles governing the award of military campaign medals. As part of his review, which was requested by Mr Cameron, Sir John Holmes has recommended new medals for veterans of the Arctic Convoys and Bomber Command Second World War campaigns. The Prime Minister has agreed that there is a case for the new medals.

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Bomber Command Memorial to be built

By Sharon Black

A Bomber Command Memorial, honouring over 50,000 airman killed in World War Two, is to be built in London’s Green Park following the award, by the Bomber Command Association, of a contract for its construction.