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How to apply for a medal or veterans badge - who can apply, application forms, contact details, how long it takes, replacement military medals or badges.
Use this service to apply for or replace an armed forces veterans badge.…
You can apply if you were awarded a medal for regular or reserve service…
You can get a replacement medal from the Ministry of Defence (MOD) if your…
Apply for medal information if you need: a record of medals issued by the…
You can apply for a UK merchant seafarers veterans badge if you: were a…
You can apply for a UK merchant navy medal if you were a member of the…
You can write to or email the Ministry of Defence (MOD) Medal Office if…
How to reduce the risk of becoming ill after swimming in lakes, rivers and estuaries.
2025 was landmark year of action on water, with biggest reforms in a decade.
Details of the medals awarded to serving members of the armed forces, veterans and MOD employees; and who can receive them.
Application form for veterans and their families to apply for military campaign medals.
Collection of materials related to the use of the forced swim test research and analysis.
Use this form to nominate someone for a Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service.
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