Following the the death of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, flags will fly at half-mast from now until, and including, the day of the funeral, unless HM The Queen issues special commands. Buckingham Palace will announce the funeral arrangements in due course. Half-mast means flying the flag two-thirds of the way up the […]
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Union Flag: new official guidance
Following the publication of new official guidance, the Union flag is set to fly year round on UK Government buildings in England, Scotland and Wales. The current guidance requires only that UK Government buildings in these three countries fly the Union flag on designated days. From summer 2021, however, the Union flag will fly daily […]
More flags at UK Parliament
Flags are flying in the House of Commons precincts, an historic first that sends an ‘important message of welcome’ to all. Following a Commonwealth Day ceremony on Monday 8 March, three flagpoles now stand at ground level in New Palace Yard. The location offers much greater visibility than the existing flagpoles high on Portcullis House […]
To flag or not to flag
According to reports in the Guardian, the UK government has changed its policy on flying flags on royal birthdays. Local authorities no longer need to raise the Union Flag for Prince Andrew. The prince withdrew from his royal duties after a disastrous television interview defending his friendship with deceased US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. After […]
Half-masting for Barcelona
Following the terrorist attacks and ensuing deaths in Barcelona and Cambrils, it is appropriate to fly flags at half-mast on Friday 18 August. HM Government guidance prescribes one day of half-masting. Previous incidents have seen three days of half-masting, however, so flags could also fly at half-mast over the weekend. In the UK you may […]
Half-masting for London Bridge
Following the terrorist attack and tragic deaths at London Bridge and Borough Market, it is appropriate to fly flags at half-mast on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. HM Government should issue further guidance on Monday. In the UK you may fly the national flag at half-mast whenever you feel it is appropriate. You should remove any […]
Half-masting for Manchester
Following the tragic explosion and deaths at the Manchester Arena, it is appropriate to fly flags at half-mast this Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. HM Government will issue further advice. In the UK you may fly the national flag at half-mast whenever you feel it is appropriate. You should remove any other national flags, and all […]
Italian earthquake: national mourning
The Italian government will soon announce a period of national mourning for the victims of the recent earthquake in central Italy. In the early morning of Wednesday 24 August 2016, at least 240 people died when a 6.2 earthquake hit the region around Accumoli, and rescue efforts are still ongoing. In the UK you may […]
French national mourning for Nice
The French government has announced a period of national mourning up to and including Monday 18 July for the victims of the recent attack in Nice. At least 84 people died when a lorry driver deliberately rammed Bastille Day crowds on the promenade des Anglais. In the UK you may fly the national flag at […]
New Zealand Flag referendum: victory for existing flag
New Zealanders have voted to retain their current flag. In the final round of the New Zealand Flag referendum, 56.7 per cent voted for no change. The Kyle Lockwood-designed alternative (below) attracted 43.3 per cent of the vote. Over 2.1 million votes were cast, a turnout of 67.3 per cent. Prime Minister John Key, who […]
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