Commonwealth Day 2024 – Thatcham Town Council

Commonwealth Day took place on Monday 11 March 2024, marking the beginning of a week-long series of events and activities happening around the globe – including faith and civic gatherings, debates, school assemblies, flag-raising ceremonies and cultural events.

The Mayor of Thatcham, Councillor Mark Lillycrop and Deputy Mayor of Thatcham, Councillor Suzanne Adamantos held a short ceremony outside of our offices this morning to honour the day and raise the Commonwealth Flag. You can watch the ceremony below:

Youtube – Commonwealth Day in Thatcham 2024

The theme for Commonwealth Day 2024 is ‘One Resilient Common Future: Transforming our Common Wealth‘. The theme highlights how the 56 member countries must harness their strengths by building resilience, unlocking potential, leveraging the ‘Commonwealth Advantage’ and fostering a connected, digital Commonwealth. To learn more please visit the following link:  Commonwealth Day