Schoolgirl Ava triumphs in Bothwell flag design contest

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A talented schoolgirl is flying high after her artistic design was chosen to become the new symbol of Bothwell – and becomes the first official flag of any Lanarkshire town or village.Ava McBain’s clever creation showcasing Bothwell Castle and the nearby river amid significant local colours won a public vote to become the area’s new flag and is now flying proudly above its landmark 14th-century parish church.It was unveiled for the first time at a special ceremony led by the Lord Lyon King of Arms, Dr Joseph Morrow, who called it “a lasting emblem for the village”.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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When I think of Bothwell, I think of the River Clyde and Bothwell Castle, so I had to include them in the flag.”Dr Morrow led the unveiling ceremony