US EditionReform pledges to ban all flags except Union Jack, St George's Cross and county flags on public buildings
- On May 1, 2025, Reform UK declared that council buildings under its authority in England will only display the Union Flag, the flag of St George, and county banners.
- Following the recent local elections, Reform secured control of 10 councils across England, among them authorities in Lancashire, Durham, and Staffordshire.
- The party plans to ban the Ukrainian flag and pride flags from council buildings, opposing other flags historically flown since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
- Reform chairman Zia Yusuf confirmed that only the Union Jack and St George’s flag will be allowed to be displayed on official buildings, such as flagpoles, balconies, reception areas, and council chambers, while county flags will still be permitted.
- The policy has drawn criticism from Labour, Conservatives, and Liberal Democrats, who argue it undermines local identities and solidarity with Ukraine amid ongoing conflict.
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