Petition Issue earned medals to Armed Forces Veterans automatically without need to apply
Currently, serving armed forces personnel are issued earned medals automatically, without having to apply. Veterans first need to know they are eligible, then need apply, in hard copy. The automatic issuing of medals should be extended to all eligible personnel, both serving and veterans.
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We believe veterans deserve equal recognition and equal treatment to serving personnel, yet many must apply in writing for medals they’ve already earned. We think this unfairly creates barriers, especially as some veterans don’t even know they’re eligible and that automatic issue ensures dignity, consistency, and justice for their service. This could ensure there is no overlooked recognition, and that the sacrifices of veterans are honoured without bureaucracy, and closes the gap between veterans and those still in uniform.
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