Nationwide Patriotic Wave Sweeps Through as Operation #RaiseTheColours Sparks Red, White, and Blue Fervor

A grassroots campaign sweeping through Britain gaining momentum: #RaiseTheColours. Originating from regular citizens desiring a greater recognition of their national identity, this movement is rapidly gaining traction in various localities, including towns, cities, and rural areas. The emblems...

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2025 September 17 . 9:12 PM

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Nationwide patriotic surge marked by Operation #RaiseTheColours, a wave of red, white, and blue... — Nationwide patriotic surge marked by Operation #RaiseTheColours, a wave of red, white, and blue fervor sweeping across the nation

Nationwide Patriotic Wave Sweeps Through as Operation #RaiseTheColours Sparks Red, White, and Blue Fervor

The United Kingdom is witnessing a surge of patriotism as St George's cross and Union Jack flags start adorning houses, lampposts, roundabouts, and bridges in various towns and cities. This movement, known as Operation #RaiseTheColours, is a celebration of national identity that is gaining popularity in cities such as Birmingham, Bradford, Norwich, Newcastle, and many more.

The movement is not just about flags; it's about identity, culture, and the future of Britain. Patriots are determined to ensure that the flag of the country never becomes a stranger on British soil, symbolising the country's history, unity, and indomitable spirit.

In Birmingham, the movement has gained significant traction, with hundreds of flags appearing across the city. However, the city council ordered the removal of these flags this month, citing "safety concerns" about banners hanging 25 feet off the ground. This decision has not gone unchallenged, with Robert Jenrick MP, Suella Braverman, and Sir Iain Duncan Smith among those criticising the policy, pointing out the inconsistency in allowing Palestinian flags to remain while removing British ones.

Critics have accused these councils of "two-tier bias," with concerns raised over the lengthy period for which Palestinian flags were allowed to fly without intervention. In response, councils like Tower Hamlets in London have announced that St George's flags will be taken down "as soon as possible."

In other cities, such as Worcester, campaigners have criticised the Labour government for supposedly despising the country, calling for unity among the people. Meanwhile, in Tower Hamlets, the sight of English flags is a new one, with them appearing for the first time amidst previously frequent Palestinian flags.

The UK Government's flag flying guidance, which declares that flags are a "very British way of expressing joy and pride," can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/flying-flags-a-plain-english-guide/flying-flags-a-plain-english-guide.

As the movement gains momentum, the call is going out for people to join Operation #RaiseTheColours. However, it is important to do so safely and within the law. A patriot in Redditch expressed his pride after putting up flags over the weekend, citing concern over the erosion of British culture.

Whether you're in a town, city, or village, the message is clear: let's ensure that the flag of our country never becomes a stranger on British soil. The movement encourages the display of flags in every town, city, and village in Britain, as a symbol of our shared history, unity, and indomitable spirit.