Overview

• Shaun Remmer says he was told not to return to Welburn Hall School after his employer learned he had been putting up flags around Thirsk.
• Remmer says he installed about 150 flags representing the UK and other nations, describing the displays as a symbol of unity.
• North Yorkshire Council crews have begun taking down unauthorised flags and wrote to Remmer citing safety risks and warning they may seek removal costs.
• The council’s environment director said some residents felt uncomfortable with the volume of flags and reiterated that items on street furniture without permission will be removed.
• Remmer says he was warned the incident might appear on his DBS, a claim not confirmed by the DBS, and he denies wrongdoing while indicating he intends to continue displaying flags.