Nominating Someone for an Honour
The Honours System offers public recognition to people in all walks of life and all sections of society who have given quite exceptional service and made a difference in their community or in the country. There are several different types of award, each one recognising a different type of contribution.
Anyone can receive an award if they reach the required standard of merit or service, and honours lists include a variety of people from diverse backgrounds.
People get honours for achievements like:
- Making a difference to their community or field of work
- Enhancing Britain’s reputation
- Long-term voluntary service
- Innovation and entrepreneurship
- Changing things, with an emphasis on achievement
- Improving life for people less able to help themselves
- Displaying moral courage and vision in making and delivering tough choices
Honours are given to people involved in different activities, including:
- Arts and Media
- Health
- Education
- Science and Technology
- Economy (including business etc)
- Community, Voluntary and Local Services
- Sport
- State (including Civil Service, Politicians etc)
How to Write a Nomination
Many people are concerned that they are not equipped to write a good nomination. However, we hope that the Cabinet Office advice below will persuade you that writing a persuasive nomination is within everybody’s reach.
How to write a Nomination
For more information visit: www.gov.uk/honours
To nominate someone for an honour visit: www.gov.uk/government/publications/nominate-someone-for-a-uk-national-honour
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