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Article: St George should be celebrated.(News)

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April 18, 2006
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ENGLISH people are three times more likely to celebrate Guy Fawkes' attempt to blow up Parliament than their patron saint's feast day, say researchers.

Only 19% are planning to mark St George's Day this Sunday, compared to 60% who celebrate Bonfire Night and Shrove Tuesday.

A survey of 1,800 people for English Heritage discovered the main reason was not knowing what kind of activity would be appropriate.

Half of respondents admitted to thinking St George was one ...

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