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Flag for Moray
On Saturday, Morayshire unveiled its new county flag, symbolizing its agricultural heritage and coastal identity, chosen through a public vote to foster community pride.
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Banffshire Flag Reveal
A celebration in Cullen marked the unveiling of Banffshire’s new flag, symbolizing local identity through its colors and design, reflecting the region’s rivers, agriculture, and whisky.
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County Flags Day 2023
Historic County Flags Day on July 23, 2023, celebrated local heritage with flying of 53 registered county flags across Great Britain, including Aberdeenshire’s first participation.
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Aberdeenshire Flag Reveal
Aberdeenshire revealed its new county flag on April 22, 2023, symbolizing pride in local heritage. Created by school pupils, it reflects the region’s identity and history.
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County Flags Day 2022
All 52 historic county flags are raised in Parliament Square, celebrating shared heritage and local pride on Historic County Flag Day across England, Scotland, and Wales.
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“Save Counties” – Lords
Lord Lexden urged the government to preserve Britain’s historic counties, seeking realignment with ceremonial counties and emphasizing their importance for national identity and geography.
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County Flags Day 2021
Historic County Flags Day on July 23 celebrates county flags in Parliament Square, featuring Leicestershire’s first appearance. Currently, 54 out of 86 historic counties have flags.
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Final piece in jigsaw!
Leicestershire has officially registered its flag, the Fox and Cinquefoil, marking the last English county to obtain one, following a campaign led by local MP Alicia Kearns.
Geography • Identity • Continuity
Reference, evidence, and public education for the historic counties.
Historic counties are the enduring geography. Councils are administration and do not define the counties.
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