Leading military personnel recognised on New Year Honours list | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload ourSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleIndependent StaffMonday 29 December 2025 23:19 GMTSir Tony Radakin (pictured) was among the top military personnel celebrated in the New Year Honours list (Jonathan Brady/PA Wire)Armed Forces personnel and Civilians have been granted state honours, including operational awards, by His Majesty The King.These accolades are part of the annual New Year Honours list.Recipients come from various defence-related organisations, including the Ministry of Defence, Royal Navy, Defence Equipment & Support, and the UK Hydrographic Office.The honours recognise individuals for their services to Defence, Equity and Justice in Defence, and the law of the sea.Roles acknowledged range from Team Leaders and Programme Directors to Scientists and Policy Advisors across different departments.Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in