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Local Government Minister Grant Shapps hails victory for common sense

Grant Shapps, Minister for Local Government, said: “Ahead of the world cup, communities across England will want to wave the flag of St …

• From: Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (2018 to 2021) and The Rt Hon Grant Shapps
• Published: 19 May 2010

This was published under the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

Grant Shapps, Minister for Local Government, said:

Ahead of the world cup, communities across England will want to wave the flag of St George with pride. Councils should show some common sense and not be over-zealous in applying petty rules. The World Cup is a great opportunity for local communities of all backgrounds to pull together. Councils should do their bit in helping reclaim the English flag as a proud symbol of our nation’s identity.

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Published 19 May 2010