3. Dates/occasions where flags other than the Union Flag will be flown from Shire Hall
3.1 Other flags may also be routinely flown at Shire Hall throughout the year to mark annual events and celebrations as follows:
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Date |
Date/occasion |
Flag |
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1 February |
LGBT+ History Month LGBT history month is a month-long annual observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. LGBT history month provides role models, builds community, and represents a civil rights statement about the contributions of the LGBT community |
The Pride Flag |
|
The second Monday of March |
Commonwealth Day Commonwealth Day is the annual celebration of the Commonwealth of Nations (Flag to fly for one week) |
The Commonwealth Flag |
|
8 March |
International Woman’s Day Global day recognising the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women, while also advocating for gender equality and women's rights. |
International Woman’s Day Flag |
|
31 March |
International Transgender Day of Visibility Dedicated to celebrating transgender people and raising awareness of discrimination faced by transgender people worldwide, as well as a celebration of their contributions to society |
The Transgender Pride Flag |
|
23 April |
St George’s Day Commemorates England’s patron saint and is a day of national pride, often marked by flying the Cross of St George and celebrating English heritage and traditions. |
The Cross of St George Flag |
|
Throughout June |
Pride month Global celebration of LGBTQ+ communities, promoting visibility, equality, and the ongoing fight against discrimination and injustice. |
The Progress Pride Flag |
|
Late June (for the week) (week commencing 23 June in 2025) |
Armed Forces Day National occasion to honour the service and sacrifice of the men and women in the British Armed Forces, past and present. |
The Armed Forces Flag |
|
9 September |
Emergency Services Day UK-wide event that honours the dedication of NHS and emergency service personnel, promotes responsible use of emergency services, and encourages public awareness of lifesaving skills and volunteering opportunities. |
The Emergency Services Flag |
|
14 September (date may vary) |
Gloucestershire Pride weekend Celebration of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies, featuring a pride march through Gloucester city centre followed by a day of festivities in Gloucester Park with performances, community zones, and inclusive activities. |
Progress Pride Flag |
|
21 September |
Gloucestershire Day Commemorates the historic lifting of the Siege of Gloucester in 1643 and is a day of civic pride, celebrating the county’s resilience, heritage, and community spirit. The Gloucestershire Flag will also be flown at Shire Hall on County Council days |
The Gloucestershire Flag |
|
Throughout October |
Black History Month Time to honour and reflect on the achievements, contributions, and history of Black people in Britain, while promoting awareness of racial equality and cultural diversity. |
Black History Month Flag |
|
1 November |
Field of Remembrance Service Tribute where thousands of personal messages and poppy crosses are planted to honour those who lost their lives in service to the UK Armed Forces, fostering national remembrance and reflection |
Union Flag (flown 24/7 365 days) |
|
20 November |
World Children’s Day Global observance dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights, welfare, and voices of children everywhere, as established by the United Nations. |
United Nations Flag |
|
25 November to 10 December |
16 Days of Action (Domestic Abuse) An international campaign aimed at raising awareness, challenging attitudes, and encouraging action to end domestic abuse and support survivors. |
The White Ribbon Flag |
|
1 December |
World Aids Day Global day of awareness and remembrance that unites people in the fight against HIV, honours those who have died from AIDS-related illnesses, and supports those living with HIV while challenging stigma and discrimination. |
The World Aids Day Flag |
|
3 December |
International Day of Disabled Persons Promotes the rights and well-being of people with disabilities and raises awareness of their contributions and challenges in all aspects of political, social, economic, and cultural life. |
Disability Pride Flag |
3.2 Where awareness days fall during an awareness week/month, the awareness week/month flag will be replaced by the awareness day flag for the associated 24-hour period/s, before being return for the remainder of the week/month.
3.3 If any of the dates/occasions set out in sections 2.1 and 2.2 coincide with dates set out in 3.1, the Union flag will be flown.