New military medal will recognise 'wider service'
The Independent|March 26, 2024
A unique new medal has been announced by Grant Shapps, the defence secretary. The medal is set to recognise personnel who fulfil "crucial operational roles" but are not necessarily exposed to physical threats.
- POL ALLINGHAM
New military medal will recognise 'wider service'

According to the Ministry of Defence, the Wider Service Medal (WSM) will be the first award for those whose duties are outside traditional “risk-and-rigour” criteria.

The King has approved the WSM and recipients could include those deployed on the UK’s continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent, the MoD added.

Mr Shapps said: “Our modern armed forces are among the best in the world and do incredible work across the globe. The Wider Service Medal recognises the wide range of roles our personnel play in ensuring success on operations.

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