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The Order of Distinction in Jamaica is the fifth in order of precedence of the Orders of Societies of Honour, which were instituted by an Act of Parliament – The National Honours and Awards Act.
The Motto of the Order is "Distinction Through Service".
The Order has two ranks:
- The higher class – Commander
- The lower class – Officer
Commanders take place and precedence immediately after Members and Honorary Members of the Order of Jamaica.
A Member or Honorary Member may be promoted from the rank of Officer to that of Commander.
The Honour of the Order of Distinction is conferred upon
- Members – Citizens of Jamaica who rendered outstanding and important service to Jamaica.
- Honorary Members – Distinguished citizens of a country other than Jamaica.
Commanders of the Order of Distinction are entitled to use the post nominal letters:
- CD, in the case of Members
- CD (Hon.), in the case of Honorary Members.
Officers of the Order of Distinction are entitled to use the post nominal letters:
- OD, in the case of Members
- OD (Hon.) in the case of Honorary Members
See also
References
- Order of Distinction Office of the Prime Minister.
External links
The Jamaican Honours System The Order of National Hero • The Order of the Nation • Order of Excellence • The Order of Merit • The Order of Jamaica • The Order of DistinctionCategories:- Civil awards and decorations of Jamaica
- Jamaica government stubs
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