politics
April 3, 2026
UK police arrest anti-immigration activist for putting Union Jack flags up
The leader of a British association was detained this week on allegations of harassment for hanging national flags in public against the local council’s orders.
TL;DR
- Ryan Bridge, founder of Raise the Colours, was arrested on suspicion of harassment for displaying national flags in public.
- Oxfordshire City Council ordered the group to cease unauthorized flag placements, warning of legal proceedings.
- Raise the Colours is known for its anti-mass migration stance and has faced scrutiny for social media activities and confronting migrants.
- Council leader Liz Leffman described Bridge's actions as intimidation and division, contrasting with the council's own use of flags as symbols of unity.
- Bridge, after release, called for continued protest, stating "the world has gone mad."
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