Nuclear Weapons Test Medal

The government have unveiled the design of the Nuclear Test Medal. The medal has. be established to recognise military, civilian, and overseas staff and personnel who participated in Britain’s nuclear testing programme in the 1950s and 60s. Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, announced the medal in November 70 years after the first British test of a nuclear weapon, and recognises military, civilian, and overseas staff and personnel who participated in Britain’s nuclear testing programme in the 1950s and 1960s. 

The medal will recognise the contribution made by veterans and civilian staff from across Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Kiribati and includes scientists and local employees.

Order of Wear:

this medal should sit after the Merchant Navy Medal for Meritorious Service or after any order medal or decoration for long or efficient service and before the Ebola Medal.