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 […]
Staffordshire Flag vote: result
County flags have become an important part of our regional and national identity. Most historic English counties have a recognised county flag, but Staffordshire did not. The Flag Institute maintains the UK Flag Registry as a definitive record of county and community flags, and works with county organisations to come up with suitable designs. The […]
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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