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Honours, decorations and awards

Honours lists

See who has been honoured in Honours lists this year

The honours system

There are several different types of award, each one recognising a different type of contribution
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The honours nomination process explained

Everyone can nominate someone they think has contributed outstanding service to the nation - find out how the process works
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Types of honours and award

Find out about different types of award, plus information about Orders of Chivalry and the order in which awards are worn
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Honours lists

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

The emblem is designed to be worn on the everyday clothing of those who have been appointed to the Order of the British Empire
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Military medals and coats of arms

Find out how the MOD Medal Office and Veterans UK can help you with information about the history of service medals, and more
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Congratulatory messages

How to get a congratulatory message from Her Majesty the Queen
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Nominate someone for an honour (do it online section)

Download the official guidance notes and nomination forms, and find out where to send them when completed
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