Memorandum by John Barstow (HON 90)
I am fully supportive of the honours system as an
integral part of British public life and I do not see the case
of any major changes.
However if people see there is a need to change
the `British Empire' prefixes then can I suggest that "Commonwealth"
is the most logical and natural substitute. This is also because
several Commonwealth countries like Papua New Guinea and Barbados
share our honours system.
Such a move could also enhance Commonwealth
awareness in the UK very important in a diverse and multi-racial
society.
John Barstow
May 2004
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