Female war veterans can nowapply to have their efforts recognised as applications open for a new badge of recognition.
The badge will acknowledge those surviving members of the Women's Land Army and Women's Timber Corps who worked on the Home Front to provide food and timber for the nation during World War I and II.
Environment Secretary, Hilary Benn, said: "It is absolutely right that we at last recognise the selfless efforts these women made to support the nation through the dark days of World War I and II. This badge is a fitting way to pay tribute to their determination, courage and spirit in the face of adversity. I hope that as many eligible women as possible will apply for one."
Application forms are now available for anyone who believes that they may be eligible for a badge.
