New Year Honours 2026

Published on December 29, 2025

The King’s New Year Honours 2026 have been announced, marking the achievements and service of extraordinary people across the UK, including members of the University of Oxford. 

Professor Irene Tracey, CBE FRS FMedSci, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Oxford, said, ‘My warmest congratulations to all Oxford colleagues recognised in the New Year Honours. Their achievements embody the finest traditions of our University: rigorous scholarship, world-leading research, and a deep commitment to excellence and public service.’ 
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