By George, England set to celebrate

Civic and church leaders have joined calls for greater emphasis to be placed on the patron saint of England's special day.

Legends such as the story of St George triumphing over evil by slaying the dragon have not vanished in the mists of time.

The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, has suggested a public holiday to mark the patron saint's day could help promote unity.

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