Independence flag-raising no longer billed for Stabroek Square, King says

The decision to hold the 51st Independence Anniversary flag-raising ceremony at the Stabroek Market Square has been rescinded and the government is now considering using the Parade Ground, according to Town Clerk Royston King.

King told Stabroek News yesterday that when the relevant stakeholders, including the Mayor and City Council (M&CC), who were involved in making initial decision to hold it at the Stabroek Market Square, took a practical look at the option, they discovered that there would be too many challenges to prepare the area for the event. As such, the decision was made to consider other