Des,
The UK National Archives now have Decorations on line. I found my Grandfather's M.B.E. (Mly) recommendation. Wonderful stuff countersigned by the Officers commanding 5 Div, 17 Bde and 2 Northamptons.
Try this link.
http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/d...line/wo373.asp
If you find him, there is a small charge to download the actual copy.
Rich.