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In 1993 Prime Minister John Major created the public nominations system.
This section of the website explains:
It also provides some examples of recent successes. Click on the links below to find out more:
How long will the process take?
A large number of nominations have to be sifted and verified every year. To complete this task thoroughly takes 12 to 18 months. An explanation of the stages of this process is covered elsewhere in this section.
Should I tell the person that I have nominated them?
No. It is not fair to raise the nominee's expectations in case they are disappointed.
Do I have to say what sort of honour I think is due?
No. The Ceremonial Secretariat will decide this so your candidate can then be compared with similar cases.
How will I know if my nomination is successful?
If successful the name of your candidate will appear in The London Gazette at the New Year or on The Queen's official birthday (June).
Can I submit another form if my nomination is unsuccessful?
Yes, but you ought to try to strengthen your case before trying again. There is no point in re-nominating until two years after your original nomination was made. It is also advisable to contact the Ceremonial Secretariat and see what happened to your previous nomination.