I am well aware that the Union Flag and the cross of St George have been misappropriated by various extremist organisations, the point I was making (which you obviously didn't read) was that the process of reclaiming the flags from these groups (in the United Kingdom, and in England in reference to the latter flag) only began about 10-15 years ago.

These things take time, although the Government authorities could do a lot more to encourage things. Not least putting a stop on loony councils and police officers who seem to think that flying a national flag constitutes incitement to racial hatred.

Birthplace and nationality are not the same thing.

Correct. And so?

yes i think its impolite-both flags wouldnt be

no its not racist, it might be countryist but not racist

You were the one making an issue about being associated with the country etc where you were born. I was pointing out that no-one is obliged to give allegiance to their birthplace.

Ah, a misunderstanding then.

I have no problem being associated with my country of birth or nationality. I have no problem with other people who choose to leave the country of their birth and never look back. I was simply pointing out that because people tend to make judgements about identifiable groups (whether from accent, attire or appearance) rather than indivduals, I would not choose to fly flags and immediately create an association in someone else's mind over which I have no control.

This a great thread!

I and my wife live not 20 minutes drive from St. George, NB.

Next weekend (as last year), the towns main street will be full of flags flying from street light posts etc.

The town of St. George, NB - celebrates "Dragon Day" by remembering it`s connection to "Old England".

This is yet another wonderful bonus for my wife and I living in this area - as we speak fondly of times past in ENGLAND - NOT BRITAIN as any old bugger can be BRITISH.

The UK flag I believe is now - a rag coloured blue and consists of a circular design featuring golden stars!!!

You believe wrong, then.

Tut -tut ignorance from an immigrant who unusual....
Says you,

Go try your luck.

Fortunately I'm not you, fancy being so ignorant to tell someone to be embraased by their heritage.

As you don't need a symbol I shall take all your replies as meaningless troll like drivel.

Goodbye.

The National Front, the British National Party and their various forerunners, are just part of my heritage. They're not a part I choose to celebrate.

edited to reflect true content.

That's not a quote. However, if that's how you feel about opinions differing from yours, perhaps you are waving the right flag.

Good attempt, but still trolling.

I don't understand how Council's could stop or fine people from flying a flag? I work for a Council and don't know how this could be undertaken as you are not breaking the law??? I'm confused.

The official C of E website ... note the flag of St George .. flown on every C of E church in the UK .. hardly a racist symbol, is it?


http://www.churchnewspaper.com/