Military Medals

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 January 2017

Tuesday, 31 January 2017

Questions (782)

Lisa Chambers

Question:

782. Deputy Lisa Chambers asked the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence if he will consider awarding a 1916 medal to a person (details supplied). [4014/17]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Defence

I can confirm that my Department is currently examining an application for the posthumous award of a 1916 medal in respect of a veteran of the same name as that referred to by the Deputy.

A decision has not yet been made in this case as research is ongoing in relation to the identity and military service of the individual in question. I am advised that a decision is expected to be made in the near future.