Corporal Stewart McLaughlin – campaign for formal recognition of outstanding gallantry and leadership in the Falklands War.

As this e-petition has received more than 10 000 signatures, the relevant Government department have provided the following response:

The Ministry of Defence is aware of the importance of this issue to members of Cpl. McLaughlin’s family, and many others who have supported their cause. Following a debate on this issue in November 2014, Ministers agreed that while a formal investigation was not an option, the facts surrounding recognition in this case should be re-examined, including identifying any material not previously available.

Records were examined at a number of locations, including the National Archive, MOD Medals Office and the Parachute Regiment Regimental Archives. Our examination found no contemporaneous evidence that Cpl. McLaughlin was treated differently from the other servicemen who were considered for an award. He was one of many servicemen whose bravery was singled out by commanding officers but did not result in a gallantry medal.

This e-petition remains open to signatures and will be considered for debate by the Backbench Business Committee should it pass the 100 000 signature threshold.