House of Lords written question – answered on 14 September 2011.
Lord Ashcroft
Conservative
To ask Her Majesty's Government whether it is possible to award either a Victoria Cross or a George Cross without the award being announced.
Lord Taylor of Holbeach
Lords Spokesperson (Cabinet Office)
Any honour granted by the Sovereign to a British subject is normally announced in the London Gazette, although in exceptional circumstances (such as for reasons of security), an award may not be publicised immediately.
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