The Government should launch a campaign educating people about the rules governing the display of the national flag, a Limerick politician has said.
Protocol dictates that the tricolour should not be displayed in the open after sunset and no worn or frayed flag should be hoisted.
Chairman of Limerick County Council Kevin Sheahan said: “It is especially disheartening to see the national flag touching the ground, trailing in water or becoming entangled in trees or other obstacles.”
He called for the Government to develop a media campaign “aimed at educating Irish citizens about the guidelines and the importance of respecting the national flag”.
“There is no doubting the patriotism of Irish people at home and abroad when it comes to celebrating their nationality. However, it is disappointing to hear visitors to Ireland comment about the many examples of disrespect for the National Flag. I would appeal to people to view the guidelines for displaying the Irish Tricolour on the Office of An Taoiseach’s website”, concluded Councillor Sheahan.
