• Persons of eminence, station and distinction, or
• persons distinguished by scientific, artistic, literary or other cultural attainments.

The number of Honorary Members shall not at any time exceed five or such other number as may be set by the Council from time to time and not more than one Honorary Member shall be elected in any one year. At least three-quarters of the Councillors present at the meeting at which the nomination is considered must be in favour of the nomination to secure its approval.