House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
RAF Battle Honours for Operations in Afghanistan
24 March 2020 · Ministry of Defence
Proposed by James Heappey Con Wells
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Key points
- The Queen has approved the awarding of Battle Honours to sixteen RAF operational flying squadrons and nine RAF Regiment squadrons for their service in Afghanistan.
- Ten additional squadron honours are to be awarded without emblazonment.
- These honours recognise the units' significant role during operations in Afghanistan from October 2001 to December 2014.
Issue summary
The statement announces the award of Battle Honours to Royal Air Force squadrons for their service in Afghanistan.
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Her Majesty The Queen has approved the awarding of Battle Honours to sixteen operational flying and nine RAF Regiment squadrons with emblazonment, and ten additional squadron honours without emblazonment. This recognises the significant role played by these units during operations in Afghanistan from October 2001 to December 2014.
Key facts
- Battle Honours were awarded for participation in operations in Afghanistan from 7 October 2001 to 31 December 2014.
- Sixteen operational flying and nine RAF Regiment squadrons received the highest honour with emblazonment.
- Ten additional squadron honours without emblazonment were approved.
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