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Cultural Relations

Asked by Lisa SmartLiberal DemocratForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 13 October 2025UIN 77235

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether her Department plans to establish an award scheme to recognise people overseas (a) fostering and (b) strengthening cultural links with the United Kingdom.

Answered by Chris Elmore

We value the many individuals, both British and foreign, who foster cultural links between the UK and other countries. Exceptional and sustained achievements in this area are already recognised through the UK Honours System, including through regular honorary awards for foreign and Commonwealth nationals. Anyone may nominate an individual for a UK Honour for consideration by the independent honours committees.

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