Medals for Arctic convoy sailors

VIDEO: William Edward Grenfell, retired Commander with the Royal Navy, endured horrific conditions with the crews in the Arctic.

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VIDEO: Caroline Dinenage, the MP for Gosport, backed the veterans' campaign. She is delighted that the announcement has been made, and wants the process to move forward as a matter of urgency.

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Thrilled that Govt will award #ArcticConvoy veterans w/ specific medal. It’s been a long fight, but delighted it's finally happening. #PMQs

From @cj_dinenage on Twitter: (12:06 pm, Wed 19 Dec 2012)

PM: Delighted to announce recognition for brave veterans of the #ArcticConvoy and #BomberCommand. More details in New Year. @defencehq #PMQs

From @Number10press on Twitter: (12:02 pm, Wed 19 Dec 2012)

Great news that those who served on the Arctic Convoys in WW2 will finally have their courage and sacrifice recognised with a medal. #fb

From @PaulBurstow on Twitter: (12:40 pm, Wed 19 Dec 2012)

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VIDEO: David Cameron makes the announcement that veterans of the arctic convoys will receive medals for their actions during the Second World War

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David Cameron has announced that veterans of the Arctic convoys of World War Two will receive medals for their action. More to follow.

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