DENBIGHSHIRE County Council has paid tribute to those who have served in the Merchant Navy and emergency service workers.

On Friday, the council flag was replaced with the Red Ensign flag to show support for Merchant Navy Day and recognise the role of the seafarers.

The Red Ensign, or Red Duster as it is a known, has been the recognised flag of the British Merchant Navy since 1854.

On September 9, a special flag will be raised to honour Emergency Services Day to recognise and support emergency service personnel and their immense contribution to society by providing a safe and supported environment for us all.

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Cllr Arwel Roberts, chair of Denbighshire County Council, said: “We are extremely proud to be able to show our support for Merchant Navy Day and Emergency Services Day.

“Those in the Merchant Navy play such an important role and we want to thank them for the work that they carry out.

"It is an opportunity to celebrate the role of a fleet which works in such difficult conditions, with extended periods of duty and the long separation from their family and friends.

“We would also like to thank our emergency services personnel for the dedicated service they provide to us all on a daily basis, especially during the pressures of the pandemic.”