Rejected petition St George's Day in England to become an official Bank Holiday in England.

England will then be aligned with the position that pertains in Wales, Scotland and Ireland with their Patron Saints.
The Flag of St George to be flown on Public Buildings in England on that date.

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https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/119457

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Date submitted 14 May 2016
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