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Birmingham Council Seeks Injunction Against Raise the Colours

By Drooid · Oct 1, 2026, 10:02 AM UTC · How we work

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Birmingham City Council is seeking an injunction against Raise the Colours for unlawful flag installations.
The group has flown thousands of Union Jacks and St George’s flags without permission, causing danger and injury.
A man broke his leg after being struck by a cherry picker used by group members.
Founder Ryan Bridge will contest the injunction, arguing it breaches Articles 10 and 11 of the European Convention on Human Rights.

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Birmingham City Council is seeking an injunction against Raise the Colours for unlawful flag installations.
The group has flown thousands of Union Jacks and St George’s flags without permission, causing danger and injury.
A man broke his leg after being struck by a cherry picker used by group members.
Founder Ryan Bridge will contest the injunction, arguing it breaches Articles 10 and 11 of the European Convention on Human Rights.