“Our National Flags Are Symbols Of The Unity Of Our Nation And History. They Belong To Every Citizen Of This Country And Should Be Flown Freely And Without Interference By Woke Politicians And Town Hall Bureaucrats”-Andrew Rosindell MP.

Romford – Andrew Rosindell M.P., Member of Parliament for Romford and Chairman of the Flags and Heraldry Committee in Parliament, yesterday issued a strong statement condemning reports that some local authorities across the UK are removing Union Jack and Cross of St. George flags from lampposts and public spaces – flags that have been proudly raised and paid for by local residents.

“I am appalled that some local authorities across the country are reportedly removing Union Jack and Cross of St. George flags from lampposts and public spaces, even though these have been paid for and proudly raised by local residents in their own communities,” Mr. Rosindell said. “Our national flags are symbols of the unity of our island nation and the millennia of our history. They belong to every citizen of this country and should be flown freely and without interference by woke politicians, town hall bureaucrats, in every town, village and borough.”

 Mr. Rosindell described the actions of certain councils as “an affront to our national identity,” and called on Havering Council to provide a full assurance that no Union Jack, Cross of St. George, or Essex flag – respectfully and safely displayed by residents – will be removed.

“These flags would have been purchased privately, at no cost to the taxpayer, and their removal would be a total waste of public funds, especially at a time when Havering Council has no money,” he added.

 Mr. Rosindell confirmed he will be writing formally to the Leader of Havering Council, Cllr. Ray Morgan, to seek guarantees that council resources will not be used to undermine the patriotic spirit of the community.

 In support of national pride and unity, Mr. Rosindell also endorsed the campaign led by Flag Force UK, which encourages the display of national, country, and county flags across the United Kingdom.

 “Let us “raise the colours” – not just in Havering, but across Britain and stand firm against those who seek to cancel our national identity,” he urged. “I call upon residents of every street in every part of Romford and Havering to display our national flags throughout our neighbourhoods, a sea of red, white, and blue across our town will give us all something to be proud of.”

 For the statement in full, click here. 

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