HM The Queen's Birthday and New Year Honours List

Honours are awarded twice a year, in June and at the New Year. They are awarded to people for all types of service, including teachers, nurses, actors, scientists, diplomats and broadcasters.

The largest number of awards goes to those providing services to their local communities - mainly volunteers.

• New-style committees to advise PM on honours list

You can find out how to nominate someone for an honour on the Cabinet Office website.

2006

• New Year Honours List 2006
• The Queen's Birthday Honours List 2006

2005

• New Year Honours List 2005
• The Queen's Birthday Honours List 2005

2004

• New Year Honours List 2004
• The Queen's Birthday Honours List 2004

2003

• New Year Honours List 2003
• The Queen's Birthday Honours list 2003