Guidance

How to nominate someone for the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service

How to write a good nomination for the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service.

From:
Department for Transport
Published
30 March 2026

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How to nominate someone for the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service

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The Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service is for people who have set an outstanding example to others by their devotion to duty or exemplary service.

This guidance explains how to write a good nomination that makes it clear:

  • how the person has made a difference
  • why they deserve the medal

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Published 30 March 2026

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