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Decision to raise the Palestinian Flag and to make an amendment to the Annual Flag Flying Schedule

To raise and fly the Palestinian Flag at Rotherham Town Hall on Sunday 29th November 2026 in recognition of the International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian people.

 

To approve an amendment to the Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council Annual Flag Flying Schedule to permit the flying of the Palestinian Flag annually on 29th November in recognition of the International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian people.

 

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Wards affected: Boston Castle;

Notice of proposed decision first published: 25/09/2026

Open/Exempt: Open;

Decision due: October 2026 by Director of Policy, Strategy and Engagement

Lead director: Jane Maxwell

Department: Policy, Strategy and Engagement

Contact: Emma Hill, Head of Democratic Services Email: emma.hill@rotherham.gov.uk.

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