0 a system in which people are given special titles by the government or monarch as a reward for things they have done
These medals are not part of any government honours system and should not be treated or claimed as any kind of official military decoration.
They are, in a sense, awarded in recognition of prior learning or experience but also serve as a form of church honours system.
That, surely, is what our honours system should be about.
We have heard a lot of talk about the classless society, the honours system and elitism.
I am concerned that he should have the opportunity to apply for a debate on the honours system and issues connected with it.
I question the need to continue to link the empire to our honours system.
The problem concerns the integrity of our honours system and merits an inquiry.
Our honours system gives the nation an opportunity to recognise the enormous contribution that so many people make to our way of life.
