Oxfordshire County Council wins legal victory against unauthorized flag displays
Oxfordshire County Council won a landmark legal victory on Thursday, preventing the unauthorized display of the English flag on lampposts. Leader Tim Bearder described the injunction as the first of its kind, intended to maintain safety and neutrality in public spaces. The case highlighted ongoing tensions between the council and the Raise the Colours group advocating for flag displays.
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Published 27 Jun 2026, 11:14 UTC · Updated 27 Jun 2026, 11:40 UTC
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