Monmouthshire Council has apologised for confusion caused over the flag it flies over the newly restored Shire Hall building in Monmouth.
The building, which is used for community use in the town, has been flying a Union Jack flag in the run up to its opening by the Princess Royal on Monday (27th September).
Kellie Beirne, Monmouthshire County Council’s Chief Officer for Regeneration and Culture said:
“As a council, we are proud of our Welsh heritage. The Shire Hall in Monmouth is a historically important building and the town itself plays a significant part in both Welsh and English history.
“The building has just been reopened after a major restoration and we are in the process of having another two extra flag poles added so we can visually represent town that will; include erecting a Welsh flag.
“We recognise that people have strong feelings about these issues and we have not intended to cause offence to anyone by flying the flag that’s currently up there.
“We hope people understand that we are making arrangements to ensure everyone is represented. Due to the building’s unique identity, we are commissioning a specific Shire Hall flag to emphasise the extraordinary history it has.”
