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British honours system


 

The honours system of the United Kingdom is a means of rewarding personal bravery, achievement or service to the country. The system is made up of three types of award: honours, decorations and medals.

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  • Honours are used to recognise merit in terms of achievement and service;
  • Medals are used to recognise bravery, long/valuable service and/or good conduct;
  • Decorations tend to be used to recognise specific deeds.
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