The Companion of Honour award goes to someone for making a major contribution to the arts, science, medicine, or government.<\/p>\n
As a rule, this type of offering by an individual would be one that lasts over a long period of time.<\/p>\n
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Having a major contribution in any activity, most often at national level, could earn you the award of knighthood or damehood (the female equivalent).<\/p>\n
People who work in the same area as the nominee often see their contribution as inspirational and significant. It generally requires significant commitment carried out over a long period of time.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
The CBE is usually awarded to people with a prominent or leading role carried out at regional level. This type of award also recognises a distinguished and innovative contribution to an area.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
The OBE is most often awarded to individuals with a major local role in any activity. People recognised nationally in their chosen area may be honoured with the OBE.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
Offering outstanding achievement (or service in the community) may result in an MBE. This award is evidence of a long-term, significant impact and often stands out as a good example for others to follow.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
The BEM is awarded to candidates with a ‘hands-on’ service within the local community. Typical examples include:<\/p>\n
Her Majesty The Queen gives the RVO to people who have helped her on a personal basis. For example, British ambassadors or members of the Royal household staff.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
There is no need to specify any particular Order when you are nominating someone for an honour or award<\/a>. The committee will decide which order someone should be a member of.<\/p>\n Note<\/strong>: Most awards fall under the Order of the British Empire. You can also make recommendations for bravery awards<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The lists showing who received honours are published twice per year, once at New Year and again on the official birthday of the Queen (traditionally around the middle of June).<\/p>\n Note<\/strong>: The British history section<\/a> contains several articles about the Queen, including the Royal Family tour rules<\/a> when taking trips abroad and why they matter.<\/p>\n The complete New Year Honours list for 2022<\/a> recognises the achievements and service of extraordinary people throughout the United Kingdom.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The Queen’s Birthday Honours<\/a> recognised 1,129 people for various honours and awards during the year of 2021.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n The Cabinet Office and Foreign and Commonwealth Office produce a list of honours from previous years<\/a> and reports on the UK honours system.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The FCO produced details of Honorary British awards 2021<\/a> approved to foreign nationals by The Queen in the year 2021.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n You can read more about the names of individuals who received The Queen’s Gallantry Medal<\/a> and The Queen’s Commendation for Bravery in 2021.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n
\nHM The Queen’s Honours Lists<\/h2>\n
New Year Honours 2022<\/h5>\n
Queen’s Birthday Honours 2022<\/h5>\n
Previous Honours Lists<\/h5>\n
Foreign and Commonwealth Office Honorary Awards<\/h5>\n
Civilian Gallantry Awards<\/h5>\n
\nRelated Help Guides<\/h4>\n