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Dame Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George (DCMG)

A senior rank recognising distinguished service in foreign affairs, diplomacy or overseas service.

DCMG
Ribbon of the Order of St Michael and St George
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Awarded over time

Dame Commander of the Order of St Michael and St George (DCMG) appointments by year.

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Honours rounds

Rounds that included this award — open one to see the recipients.

YearHonours listRecipients
20261
20251
20233
20221
20211
20202
20181

The Most Distinguished Order of Saint Michael and Saint George is a British order of chivalry founded on 28 April 1818 by George, Prince of Wales, while he was acting as prince regent for his father, King George III. It is named in honour of two military saints, Michael and George.

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At a glance

Established
1818 by King George IV
Awarding body
The British Crown
Rank
Dame Commander (DCMG)
Formal title
Dame

Overview

Recognises high diplomatic or overseas service

Eligibility

Diplomats and overseas service leaders

  • Diplomacy
  • International leadership

International

Rank & Precedence

Dame Commander (DCMG) — Above CMG, below GCMG

  1. Above: Companion (CMG)
  2. Below: Dame Grand Cross (GCMG)

Entitlements

Post-nominal letters
DCMG
Formal title
Dame
Insignia
Badge, star, sash

Award Process

  • Government nomination
  • Foreign Office and honours committee
  • Approved by the Sovereign

Announced: New Year Honours and King's Birthday Honours

Royal ceremony

Significance

High-level diplomatic contribution

  • Leadership
  • Service
  • International impact

Sources & further reading

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