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Voting for Cumbria's new community flag begins
Voting on the design for a county's new community flag is open after almost 200 entries were narrowed down to Lord-Lieutenant and the past High Sheriff of Cumbria launched a competition in March for residents to create the winning entry will be used to celebrate the region's history, express community pride and increase recognition and awareness of the said "creative and heartfelt designs" were put forward by individuals, schools and community groups. Votes can be submitted online until 13 July.
The flag will have no connection to any government or political process and will be available solely for use by individuals or groups wishing to express their connection to the competition is being run with support from Cumberland Council, Westmorland and Furness Council, Carlisle Cathedral, the University of Cumbria and the Flag Institute.
A panel of judges, made up of representatives from the Lieutenancy, Carlisle Cathedral and community leaders reviewed the entries and shortlisted the six designs now included in the public winner will be revealed at an unveiling ceremony at Carlisle Cathedral later this those who submitted a design will be invited to attend as guests.
His Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant, Alexander Scott, said there had been a "remarkable response" to the said: "It's clear how much pride people take in their communities, and the designs showed such creativity and care."We're excited to now hand over the final decision to the people of Cumbria."
Cumbria already has flag representing the local authority, which was created in 1974 when the ceremonial county was is flown from official buildings, including council offices.
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