More than 100 nuclear test veterans have been honoured by local dignitaries in Somerset this week in a special ceremony to recognise their service. In Weston Super Mare, the servicemen were officially recognised with their Nuclear Test Medal by the Mayor of Weston and Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Somerset. The event was organised by LABRATS International who have represented millions across the world exposed to fallout from the testing programs. In the 1950s and 60s, 22,000 British servicemen participated in nuclear tests and clean-ups. Founder of LABRATS, Alan Owen says “it’s so important to the…
