Overview
- Bristol councillors pledged to remove flags that cause distress, are fraying or pose safety risks, with further takedowns expected in the coming weeks.
- Residents can request the removal of flags outside their homes and flags near sensitive locations such as schools will be prioritized.
- Derby City Council says approximately 950 unauthorised flags have been removed and it will not hold an inquiry into the operation, citing public safety.
- An FOI disclosure showed Derby spent at least £1,400 on security after threats toward contractors carrying out removals.
- More than 1,600 signatures in Bristol triggered a committee debate on removals, as other authorities such as South Gloucestershire continue taking down flags they describe as intimidating and divisive.