Asked by: Lord Bassam of Brighton (Labour - Life peer)
Question to the Ministry of Defence:
To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Lord Astor of Hever on 18 June (WA 84), what plans they have to recognise the contribution of women in auxiliary, emergency and support services during the Second World War; and whether they have considered the introduction of a badge such as the badge awarded to the Veterans of the Women's Land Army and Women's Timber Corps in 2008.
Answered by Lord Astor of Hever
I am sure the commemorations will seek to honour the work of all of those who contributed to the Second World War effort including women in the auxiliary, emergency, and support services. As the Noble Lord points out, a number of Departments have introduced badges, such as that for female pilots of the Auxiliary Transport Service provided by the Department of Transport. The Ministry of Defence Veterans badge recognises all women who served in the Armed Forces during the Second World War.
Asked by: Lord Bassam of Brighton (Labour - Life peer)
Question to the Ministry of Defence:
To ask Her Majesty's Government what plans they have to recognise women's contribution during the Second World War as part of the 70th anniversary commemorations marking the end of the conflict.
Answered by Lord Astor of Hever
Following the highly successful events to mark the 70th anniversary of D Day, planning to mark the end of the second world war will be progressed in the coming months. The crucial contribution that women made to the War, both at home and overseas, will be a significant element of these commemorations.