• Business
  • Business News
  • Video
  • Contact
Aycliffe Today
Aycliffe Today
  • Business
  • Business News
  • Video
  • Contact
  • Follow
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Youtube
Home
News

Ukraine flags flying high in Aycliffe

March 16th, 2022 Martin Walker News 0 comments 0

Two Ukrainian flags are flying high in Newton Aycliffe to show the town’s support for the people of the besieged nation.

As a sign of “solidarity and unity” with Ukraine, Great Aycliffe Town councillors – together with staff, church officials and members of the public – gathered at St Clare’s Church for a brief ceremony.

Rev Ann Anderson conducted a short service of worship and prayers for peace as the blue and yellow flag was raised at St Clare’s.

Another Ukraine flag is also being flown from the flagpole at Great Aycliffe Town Council offices on School Aycliffe Lane.

Speaking at the ceremony, the mayor of Great Aycliffe, councillor Mrs Sandra Haigh, said: “The town council shares the shock and sadness felt by people all around the world at the current situation in Ukraine.

“Our thoughts are very much with the Ukrainian people, as well as their family and friends living in different countries.

“We fly the flag today as a gesture of our strong solidarity with, and support for, Ukraine and the bravery of its people.”

Donations to the Disaster Emergencies Committee’s Ukraine appeal can be made by clicking here.

 

Share it!

Facebook Twitter Google+ LinkedIn Pinterest
Next article NAFC Junior Section round-up
Previous article Sharing ideas on how to become carbon neutral

Related News

News

Chaos reigns as Durham County Council announces new cabinet after just 100 days

The leader of Durham County Council, Cllr Andrew Husband, has announced details of his new cabinet, following...
News

Get on board with bus travel this September

Residents are being encouraged to take advantage of discount bus fares in County Durham as part of a...
News

PCC urges the public to play their part to stop drink and drug driving

Police and Crime Commissioner Joy Allen is backing a national charity’s efforts to increase reporting of...

LATEST VIDEO

This week on A.T

Sep 23rd 1:40 PM
Community

Fun and Food scheme benefits thousands of children in County Durham

Sep 22nd 4:18 PM
Business

NC Group: Building the future workforce of Aycliffe’s engineering sector

Sep 18th 4:49 PM
Sport

Newton Aycliffe Juniors round-up

Sep 18th 9:44 AM
Business

How Senstronics culture has nurtured life-changing career for Jack

Sep 17th 12:47 PM
Community

Helping to create thriving communities across County Durham

Sep 17th 10:30 AM
Business

Strategic expansion for family firm as industrial suppliers set up shop in Aycliffe

Sep 16th 9:01 PM
Sport

Aycliffe prepare for FA Trophy trip

Sep 16th 3:09 PM
News

Chaos reigns as Durham County Council announces new cabinet after just 100 days

Sep 16th 10:47 AM
Sport

Aycliffe Cricket round-up

Sep 15th 4:27 PM
Community

Newton Aycliffe school children celebrating new facilities

Recommend
Follow @AycliffeToday
  • Business
  • Business News
  • Video
  • Contact
  • Back to top
© Aycliffe Today 2019. All rights reserved.
Developed by Thrive

Get our latest news direct to your inbox every Friday - subscribe to our free e-newsletter today.

Subscribe Now