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Council Apologizes Over Controversial Union Flags at School Event

6/19/2025

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East Renfrewshire Council issued an apology after a letter from Cross Arthurlie Primary School raised concerns that Union flags at a leavers' event might be deemed "offensive or sectarian." Head teacher Fiona MacDonald reassured that this was not the intention, while the council underscored the significance of unity and pride within a diverse British community.

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East Renfrewshire Council issued an apology after a letter from Cross Arthurlie Primary School raised concerns that Union flags at a leavers' event might be deemed "offensive or sectarian." Head teacher Fiona MacDonald reassured that this was not the intention, while the council underscored the significance of unity and pride within a diverse British community.