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Written question asked by Andrew Rosindell (Conservative) on Wednesday, 10 January 2007, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 January 2007. It was answered by David Lammy (Labour) on Tuesday, 16 January 2007 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


Union Flag

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport pursuant to the Answer of 8 January 2007, Official Report, column 263W, on the Union Flag, for what reasons the Union Flag is not flown on days other than those noted in the Answer.
Answer

The Union Flag is flown on Government buildings to mark specific national events including Remembrance day, Europe day, St. George’s day, Her Majesty’s Accession and Wedding day and birthdays of members of the royal family undertaking official duties.There are currently no plans to change this.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
455 c1043W;455 c1039W; 115564
Session
2006-07
Subjects
Buildings Government departments Flags Public buildings
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk