Mark Garnier MP today welcomed the first official Worcestershire county flag. The new flag for Worcestershire has been raised at Worcester Cathedral during an official ceremony this morning.
The flag designed by Elaine Truby from Worcester won a competition run by BBC Hereford and Worcester. The three black pears on the emblem come from Worcester's coat of arms, and the green and blue wavy lines represent the countryside and rivers that run through the county.
Mark Garnier commented: 'The flag looks brilliant and I think it represents Worcestershire perfectly. I congratulate Mrs Truby on winning the BBC competition and making such a significant contribution to our county's identity.'