CELEBRATION OF ST. GEORGE'S DAY

That this House looks forward to celebrating St. George's Day on Wednesday 23rd April; 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 flown from all public buildings on this day; further encourages local authorities, schools, organisations and businesses also proudly to fly the flag of England; and further calls upon all hon. Members to support the campaign to establish 23rd April as an annual public holiday so that the people of England may be united in celebrating their country's great achievements and rich history.