US EditionFlag row in Birmingham: St George's and Union Jacks 'could put lives at risk', council says
Birmingham City Council cites safety in removing flags during street lighting upgrades, with local group Weoley Warriors raising over £4,000 to maintain displays amid community debate.
- Birmingham City Council warned that unauthorized items on street furniture may be dangerous, stating that stress tests were conducted ahead of celebrations in the city.
- The council highlighted that lampposts are engineered for their specific purpose and that extra weight could lead to collapse.
- Flags of St George and the Union have appeared in large numbers in Northfield, described as 'a patriotic outpouring.'
- Councillor Simon Morrall noted it is 'a clearly peaceful movement' that residents love, and it may impact upcoming local elections.
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Tensions are high in several Birmingham neighbourhoods as council workers began taking down scores of St George's Cross and Union Jack flags attached to lampposts by residents.
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