Reform tables motion calling on Labour authority to limit flag flying to Union Jack and St George's cross

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The proposal to restrict flag flying at Southampton City Council's Civic Centre has sparked controversy, with local Pride groups arguing that flying the rainbow-themed LGBT Pride flag is an important symbol of inclusivity and recognition for a community that has historically faced discrimination. The council's current flag flying policy is not specified in the reports, but the motion tabled by Reform UK councillor Philip Crook would limit the flags flown to the Union flag, the St George's flag, and the Southampton city flag. The debate over the motion is set to take place at a full council meeting, where local groups plan to stage a protest against the proposed restrictions.

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Reform tables motion calling on Labour authority to limit flag flying to Union Jack and St George's cross

Pride activists will stage a protest over a Reform UK councillor's bid to restrict flag flying to the Union flag, the St George's flag and Southampton's city flag. Southampton City Council will debate proposals to restrict which flags can be shown outside of its Civic Centre. Philip Crook, a councillor representing Nigel Farage’s party, has tabled a motion calling on the Labour-run authority to exclude flags like t…