Labour council orders locals to rip down St George's Cross bunting as it poses 'danger' to drivers
•The local Labour-run council in Cheshire ordered residents to remove St George's Cross bunting, citing safety concerns for drivers.
•Homeowners were warned that the unauthorized flags on highway infrastructure could be considered unlawful and anti-social behavior.
•Residents expressed frustration, arguing that the display fosters community spirit and should remain during the World Cup.
المصدر: GB News | Source: GB NewsResidents of a Cheshire street have been ordered to rip down St George's Cross bunting by the local Labour-run council ahead of the nation's World Cup quarter-final, citing a "danger" to drivers.
Church Road in Northwich has been decorated with St George's flags strung between homes, lampposts and trees as neighbours show their support for England during the tournament.
In spite of the patriotic display of national pride, Cheshire West and Chester Council has written to homeowners warning that the unauthorised installation of flags on highway infrastructure is unlawful and could constitute anti-social behaviour.
The authority has also asked residents to identify those responsible for putting up the low-hanging bunting, citing concerns over public safety and a "clear danger" to drivers.
TRENDINGStoriesVideosYour SayThe move has seen a backlash from locals living on the street, who insist the display has brought the neighbourhood together and should remain in place for the remainder of the World Cup.
Beautician Emily Disley-Joyson, 26, described the council's intervention as "madness", saying residents simply wanted to support the national team.
"The council are being real killjoys," she told the Daily Mail. "The World Cup brings everyone together."
Scaffolder Ian Lee, 27, questioned the council's priorities, arguing officials ought to have more important matters to focus on than the flags – which he said "make everyone happy".
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