Dates when the Norwegian state flag is flown by all branches of government and state agencies are listed in Article 4 of the regulations concerning the use of the state flag and the merchant flag, as modified by Royal Resolution of 3 December 2004.[1] Civilians are also encouraged to display the national flag on these flag-flying days. The flag is flown on the birthday of a member of the Norwegian Royal House, on some Christian holidays and on the dates of significant events of Norwegian history.
On the Day of the Sami people, both state institutions and civilians are encouraged, but not required, to fly the Sami flag in addition to the Norwegian flag.[2]
- ^ "Regulations concerning the use of the state flag and the merchant flag" (in Norwegian). Retrieved 21 April 2008.
- ^ "Press Release from the Prime Minister concerning the Sami day as an official flag day" (in Norwegian). 3 December 2003. Retrieved 16 April 2008.