Flying an England flag at home ahead of Wednesday’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina could lead to a fine of up to £2,500 if display rules are broken.
The match kicks off at 8pm, with England playing for a place in Sunday’s final. Government guidance says flags must be kept safe and in good condition, and displayed with the site owner’s permission. A flag on highway land also needs permission from the highway authority.
Flags must not obscure official transport signs or create a hazard, and must be removed carefully if the planning authority requires it. A national flag can be flown without consent in certain arrangements, including on a vertical roof flagpole or a pole within a building’s grounds. Other arrangements, such as combining a projecting flagpole with a vertical roof pole, require consent.
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