CELEBRATION OF ST. GEORGE'S DAY
EDM number 1283 in 2008-09, proposed by Andrew Rosindell on 02/04/2009.
Categorised under the topic of Cultural heritage.
That this House looks forward to celebrating St. George's Day on 23 April 2009; believes that the day of England's patron saint is an opportunity for all the people of England to celebrate their country's heritage, values and traditions; calls upon the Government to mark the occasion by ensuring that the Cross of St. George flag is flow from all public buildings on this day; further encourages local authorities, schools, organisations and businesses also to fly the flag of England with pride; and further calls upon hon. Members to support the campaign to establish 23 April as an annual public holiday, so that all the people of England may be united in celebrating their country's proud achievements and rich history.
This motion has been signed by a total of 41 MPs, 1 of these signatures have been withdrawn.
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