What are the different ranks of honours?
Union flags line The Mall leading to Buckingham Palace (Kirsty O’Connor/PA)
The efforts of people who make outstanding contributions to their communities and British society are regularly recognised by the bi-annual honours announcement.
The latest Queen’s Birthday Honours list sees some 1,129 people being acknowledged, with another 360 in other categories such as the diplomatic service and overseas list.
Coming amid the enduring Covid-19 pandemic, it features a number of scientists and volunteers who supported the response to the virus outbreak.
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– Companions of Honour (CH)
This highest accolade goes to those who have made a long-standing contribution to arts, science, medicine or government.
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