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Honours, decorations and awards

Birthday Honours List

See who has been honoured in Her Majesty The Queen's Birthday Honours List this year

The UK honours system

Guide to the way different honours are awarded in the UK, including the work of selection and assessment committees

Nominating someone for an honour

Since 1993 everyone can nominate someone they think has contributed outstanding service to the nation - find out how the process works

Honours, awards and the OBE emblem

Guide to different types of honours and awards, plus detailed information on Orders of Chivalry, the order medals are worn, and the OBE emblem

Honours lists

Recent lists of people awarded honours: New Year and Birthday Honours lists, Bravery awards and Imperial Service Medals

Case studies

Watch short videos or read about the experiences of people awarded an MBE to recognise their achievement or service

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