“Require public bodies to adopt a balanced policy for the display of flags”

Background

We call on the Government to encourage public bodies, including councils, to adopt a consistent and balanced approach to the display of flags on public buildings and civic spaces.

Additional details

Public spaces should reflect the whole community. Whilst raising awareness of different causes and communities is important, we believe that civic flag displays should be proportionate, ensuring the national flag and significant public occasions receive appropriate recognition. We ask that guidance be introduced so that no single campaign, cause, or identity-based flag is displayed for extended periods without consideration of other community interests and nationally recognised symbols.