Order of the British Empire

An order of chivalry established by King George V (UK) in 1917 to honour military and civil achievements. Those who receive GBE (Knight/Dame Grand Cross) or KBE/DBE (Knight/Dame Commander) of the OBE are allowed to use the pre-nominal Sir or Dame; all can use the post-nominal (GBE, KBE, DBE, CBE, OBE, or MBE). Top-tier professors and doctors in the UK are often honoured with an Order of the British Empire for services above and beyond the call of duty.

Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, in descending order
GBE—Knight Grand Cross of the OBE or Dame Grand Cross of the OBE
KBE/DBE—Knight Commander of the OBE/Dame Commander of the OBE
CBE—Commander of the OBE
OBE—Officer of the OBE
MBE—Member of the OBE

OBE—Order of the British Empire

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Like Costello, Feargal Sharkey, former lead singer of The Undertones -- best known for punk classic "Teenage Kicks" -- was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire, as was actress Cush Jumbo, a star of TV legal series "The Good Fight."

Olivia Colman gets royal honor ahead of debut in 'The Crown'

Like the ribbons used for other classes of the Order of the British Empire, the ribbon of the British Empire Medal is rosepink with pearl-grey edges.

'Angel of Llandudno' and top cop among those honoured on Queen's Birthday

Also, named in the New Year honours list is eye care and vision development officer at SeeAbility, Scott Watkin, who became a Medallist of the Order of the British Empire. Mr Watkin has been awarded the honour for his services to people with learning disabilities.

NEW YEAR HONOURS IN OPTICS

These include knighthoods, medals for specific services, and various levels of the Order of the British Empire, which range from CBEs - the highest honour - down to an MBE.

War veteran's empire gong; NEW YEAR HONOURS FOR BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY LEADERS

Al Rayan Bank chief executive officer Sultan Choudhury has received his Order of the British Empire (OBE) from Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, at a special investiture ceremony held at Buckingham Palace recently.

Al Rayan Bank CEO receives OBE

He has received several prestigious awards including Member of the Order of the British Empire, Companion of the Order of St.

BHC wishes Major Langlands Happy 100th birthday

According to a press release issued by the US Embassy on Wednesday, both Nishat and Shazia have been appointed Members of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE).

British HC recognises Pakistani British Council staff for outstanding service

THE "honourable service" of the country's unsung heroes and celebrated figures has been recognised at a national service marking the 100th anniversary of the Order of the British Empire.

Queen marks OBE 100th anniversary at St Paul's

1985: Divorces Ronnie Knight 1986: Marries chef Stephen Hollings 1994: Cast in EastEnders as Peggy Mitchell 1995: Divorces Stephen Hollings 1999: Won British Soap Award for her role as Peggy 2000: Marries Scott Mitchell 2000: Given an MBE in the New Year Honours 2003-2005: Took two years off EastEnders with illness 2009: Lifetime Achievement at the British Soap Awards 2014: Awarded honorary doctorate from the University of East London 2016: Leaves EastEnders 2016: Made Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire

Laughter and tears through the years

News: Pages 10-11 COMMANDERS OF THE ORDER OF THE BRITISH EMPIRE (CBE): Alastair Cook, MBE, England cricket captain, for services to cricket Alan Shearer, OBE, for charitable services to the community in North East England OFFICERS OF THE ORDER OF THE BRITISH EMPIRE (OBE): Jamie Murray, for services to tennis and charity.

Boro's chairman among sporting names honoured; QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY HONOURS

(Newcastle, Tyne and Wear) MEMBER OF THE ORDER OF THE BRITISH EMPIRE (MBE) Mrs Irene Cullen.

THOSE FROM NORTH EAST HONOURED BY THE QUEEN

Already an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE), Ronnie was appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2012 New Year Honours for services to entertainment and charity.

Ronnie was such a treasure and a true gentleman... How comedy legend gave budding photographer big break

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