The Democratic and Electoral Services Manager recommended that the current protocol for flying the Borough Council flag at half-mast be continued.  Through engagement with Civic Teams at other Local Councils, it was apparent that the approach detailed in ‘Civic Ceremonial’ was commonly used.

The Committee commented that if Maidstone Borough Council deviated from national policy, this had the potential to lead to challenges in the future.

RESOLVED: That the Borough Council continue to use the existing protocol, as set out in ‘Civic Ceremonial’.

Voting: Unanimous