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Is it “right” to use a service like us?

Written by Bayleaf Honours on 26 May 2020. Posted in Honours System.

This is the most common piece of negative feedback we receive about what we do. There is a vague air of corruption about it, memories of “Cash For Honours”. Surely if somebody really deserves an Honour, they wouldn’t need to pay? And especially because it is a free system –...

What do the Government look for in a Queen’s Honours nomination?

Written by Bayleaf Honours on 23 May 2020. Posted in Honours System, Winning Honours.

The changing priorities of the Queen’s Honours system From increased community recognition to improved social mobility, just how much have the Queen’s Honours priorities changed over the years? The very fact that Sir Hayden Philips recommended an increase in transparency with regards to...

Is lack of diversity in the Queen’s Honours a matter that goes beyond the awards process?

Written by Bayleaf Honours on 20 May 2020. Posted in Honours System.

The announcement of the Queen’s Honours recipients always sparks controversy and debate. You could argue that this is because we are a country divided by politics and Brexit. Or perhaps it’s because we’re able to simultaneously broadcast our highly-charged views to large social media audiences. But...

MBE Nomination Advice – The Nuts & Bolts

Written by Bayleaf Honours on 14 May 2020. Posted in Winning Honours.

Or – what do I need to know about the MBE nomination process, in plain language – our best nomination advice. (The same things apply to all the awards – OBE, CBE, Knighthood etc. although the House of Lords is quite different.) So in no particular order, here are the 10 things...

FAQ – How do you write an effective Honours Nomination

Written by Bayleaf Honours on 12 May 2020. Posted in Winning Honours.

Anybody can write an MBE nomination form to receive an honour, (or OBE, CBE or even a Knighthood) and the Government helpfully has some advice about how best to write the application on the Honours website. The Government advice starts with the most important consideration – does the nominee...

The Changing Honours System

Written by Bayleaf Honours on 10 May 2020. Posted in Honours System.

In an interview with Royal Central, our CEO Mike McKie was asked to discuss the Queen’s Honours system and the nomination process – specifically how it has changed in recent years, and whether this change is for the better. You can find the entire interview here. Given the current...