County Council statement on flag flying

For those of you following the story about flag flying on lampposts  please find below the official comment from Lancashire County Council.

Cllr Stephen Atkinson, leader of the county council, said: "We support the patriotic hanging of the Union and St George's Cross flags in a safe way.

"If done in appropriate manner it can create a real sense of civic pride, unity and inclusion and works well to brighten up our cities, towns and villages.

"It  is important that people use their common sense placing flags and think of their own safety, particularly when draping anything at height, and that of others.

"As a highways authority, the county council's policy is to work with communities to ensure items like flags and bunting can be displayed appropriately.

"We would only take action to remove something if it posed a danger to road users.

"We also have some general advice on this matter available on our website here Column attachment guidance - Lancashire County Council."