Reform UK council removes St George’s flags and bunting over public safety fears

The council has warned residents that flags may pose a safety risk to drivers and pedestrians - (Getty Images)

A Reform UK-led council is taking down the display of St George’s Cross and the Union Flag across Durham over concerns for public safety.

Durham County Council said it had noticed an increased number of flags across the county that it believed were compromising public safety for both drivers and pedestrians. It said other displays, such as painted markings on the roads, roundabouts and zebra crossings, had also been noticed.