Honours and Awards
Honours nominations
The UK Honours System recognises individuals who have made exceptional contributions to society - through public service, volunteering, leadership, innovation, or community impact. Find out about the types of honours, how to nominate, and how the Lieutenancy Office can support the nomination process.
The King's Award for Voluntary Service
This award is the highest recognition for volunteer-led groups in the UK. It is often described as the ‘MBE for volunteer groups'. Find out how to nominate a group and how the Lieutenancy Office can help.
The King's Awards for Enterprise
The King's Awards are the most prestigious business awards in the UK. Find out how to enter your business, how winning an award can help your business and how the Lieutenancy Office can help.
Invitations to Royal Garden Parties
The Lord-Lieutenant can nominate people who have made a significant community contribution to attend a Royal Garden Party. Find out how to suggest someone and what happens at a Royal Garden Party.
Anniversary and Birthday Messages
Each year, thousands of birthday and wedding anniversary cards are sent on behalf of His Majesty The King. Find out who is eligible and how different messages are organised.