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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

The Humanitarian Medal

30 January 2025 · Cabinet Office

Proposed by Nick Thomas-Symonds Lab Torfaen

Foreign AffairsUkraine

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Humanitarian Medal eligibility criteria have been updated to include assistance in responding to the Morocco earthquake, Libya flooding, and the Gaza conflict.
  • Individuals who provided aid during these incidents will be considered for the Humanitarian Medal.
  • The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is responsible for determining the eligible recipients.

Issue summary

The statement addresses updates to the eligibility criteria for the Humanitarian Medal and announces three eligible humanitarian incidents.

Action requested

Individuals who assisted with HM Government's response to the Morocco earthquake, Libya flooding, and Gaza conflict will receive the medal. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office will determine eligible individuals.

Key facts

  • Updated eligibility criteria for the Humanitarian Medal.
  • Three eligible humanitarian incidents: Morocco earthquake in September 2023; Libya flooding in September 2023; ongoing conflict in Gaza.
  • Eligible individuals who assisted with HM Government’s response will receive the medal.
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