In various locations across London, including Ley Street in Ilford, Poplar in Tower Hamlets, Luton Town Hall, and Westminster Abbey, there has been a noticeable increase in the display of international flags, specifically Palestinian and Pakistani flags. This phenomenon has sparked a mix of reactions among the public and officials. In Ley Street, pro-Palestinian supporters were seen decorating the area with Palestinian flags, with a police officer being dismissed by a supporter claiming "it's not illegal." Meanwhile, in Poplar, efforts were made to remove Palestinian flags, a move that has seemingly caused frustration among some, including Mayor Lutfur Rahman (@LutfurRahmanTH). Additionally, the Islamic Republic of Luton Town Hall was reported to have the Palestinian flag waving, raising questions about the visibility of the British flag in these areas and prompting concerns that "Britain has fallen." Furthermore, Westminster Abbey was noted for flying Pakistan's flag, and there were mentions of Central London celebrating Islam's Ramadan over Christianity's established Easter holiday. These events have led to broader discussions and concerns about the cultural and national identity of London and the UK.
• Westminster Abbey flies Pakistan’s flag • Central London celebrates Islam’s Ramadan, not Christianity’s (our established religion) Easter • The Mayor insists London is safe after a daylight butchering What on earth is happening to London and our beautiful country? https://t.co/AzmFwQwyuI
Meanwhile in the Islamic Republic of Luton Town Hall: The flag of Palestine waves. Where is the British flag? Britain has fallen. https://t.co/SNYE4E8sVL
What’s happening to London? https://t.co/11JBWPI6DW
In Poplar, Tower Hamlets, Palestinian flags are being taken down. I'm sure Mayor @LutfurRahmanTH is having a blue baby. Perhaps @RedbridgeLive can do the same with renewed vigour. https://t.co/RYWv4NdoCh
This is Ley Street in Ilford as pro-Palestinian supporters are festooning the area with Palestinian flags. A policeman is swatted away, "it's not illegal." Cc @MPSRedbridge https://t.co/m9NNCaaTLK