Issue details

Flag Flying Protocol

This document sets out the policy for flying flags on the buildings and land owned or managed by Oxfordshire County Council. The policy aims to comply with the planning regulations, respect the national and local significance of certain dates and events, and accommodate the requests of organisations that wish to fly their own flags. It states the responsibilities and decision-making process for the flying of flags, and which flags are excluded. It does not refer to flags flown by citizens on highways or assets, which are treated separately under enforcement powers.

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 02/06/2026

Decision due: 14 Jul 2026 by Cabinet

Lead member: Leader

Lead director: Director of Public Affairs, Policy and Partnerships

Contact: Lauren Bond, Senior Policy Officer Email: lauren.bond@oxfordshire.gov.uk.

Consultation process

- Paper to Lead Director by 15th May
- Legal & Finance by 22nd May
- Informal Cabinet 2nd June
- Place OSC 24th June

Consultees

Legal and Finance, Informal Cabinet, Place OSC

Plan Reference: 26/120

Reason No Public Access: None