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The UK honours system
Birthday honours
See who's been honoured in the 2009 Birthday Honours List
The honours process explained
Quick guide to the honours system and how it works
Nominating someone for an honour
How to nominate, plus download a nomination form and guidance notes
Emblem for honours
Buying the emblem worn on everyday clothing by those appointed to the Order of the British Empire
Types of honours and award
Guide to different types of award, Orders of Chivalry, Bravey Awards and Order of Wear
Case studies of people awarded honours
Watch short videos or read about the experiences of people awarded an MBE to recognise their achievement or service
Honours lists
Recent New Year and Birthday Honours lists, Bravery Awards and Imperial Service Medals
Contact the Honours and Appointments Secretariat
Where to send your nominations for an honour
Honours committees
Membership of honours committees and how they work
Honours Forfeiture Committee
This committee considers cases where an individual’s actions after they were awarded an honour raise the question of whether they should be allowed to continue to hold that honour
