The honours system has long provided an opportunity for the British state to reward excellence and encourage opportunity. Yet concerns around an overly Westminster focus, the underrepresentation of teachers and community leaders, disgraced celebrities clutching knighthoods and the system’s Imperial roots create a compelling case for reform.

Join us to explore a positive future for the honours system, one that takes the lead from its citizens and embraces open and transparent processes.

Panellists include:

• John Penrose MP
• Sue Tibballs OBE, CEO of the Sheila McKechnie Foundation
• Chair: Polly Mackenzie, CEO of Demos