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Kent Council Orders Flag Removal for Christmas Safety

11/4/2025

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Kent County Council ordered removal of union and St George’s flags from Harrietsham street lights to install Christmas lights due to safety concerns.
The parish council cannot remove the flags and has appealed to flag installers to remove them to avoid losing funds already spent.
Council member Peter Osborne said there are no significant extra costs and the contractor can handle removal, while local councillors noted divisive displays.

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Kent County Council ordered removal of union and St George’s flags from Harrietsham street lights to install Christmas lights due to safety concerns.
The parish council cannot remove the flags and has appealed to flag installers to remove them to avoid losing funds already spent.
Council member Peter Osborne said there are no significant extra costs and the contractor can handle removal, while local councillors noted divisive displays.