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St George’s Cross and Union Jack: Growing Displays and the Rules You Should Know

Operation Raise the Flag - What you should know Blaby Road Markings Spark Debate In Blaby, Leicester, road markings have appeared painted to resemble the St George’s flag. While patriotism and national pride are understood, painting roads and roundabouts in this way is classed as vandalism and can also create hazards for drivers. Photo by chris robert on Unsplash The Law on Flying National Flags The UK government allows both the Union Jack and the St George’s Cross to be flown without planning permission, provided certain conditions are met. The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities explains that national flags are generally classed as “permitted development.” Flags should be flown from a proper flagpole. They must not be used for advertising. They should not block visibility or cause safety concerns. Local councils can take action if flags are displayed in a way that breaches highway safety rules or other regulations. How to Display the Flag Respectf...

Cottam Cooling Towers Demolished: The End of a Landmark

The Cottam Power Station cooling towers, a familiar sight on the Nottinghamshire skyline for nearly six decades, have finally come down in a controlled demolition that marked the end of an era. Their fall was as symbolic as it was dramatic, closing the chapter on a landmark that defined the local landscape and Britain’s coal-powered history. Cottam cooling towers” by Richard Croft, licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 No changes were made. A Towering History Cottam Power Station first came online in 1968, during a period when coal was the beating heart of Britain’s electricity supply. Its eight hyperboloid cooling towers, each standing 114 metres tall, became unmistakable features of the Trent Valley skyline. Designed for a working life of around thirty years, the station outlasted expectations and remained operational until September 2019. For over half a century, Cottam generated enough electricity to power millions of homes, serving as a cornerstone of Britain’s industrial age....

Events Happening over the weekend in Leicester

Leicester Pride 2025 Where : Abbey Park, Leicester When : Parade starts at 12:00 pm from outside Curve Theatre, followed by a festival in the park until 9:00 pm . Free entry leicesterpride.com Why Go : One of the city’s most vibrant and inclusive events, featuring a colourful parade, live performances, and a celebratory atmosphere. leicesterpride.com Western Park Beer Festival Where : St Anne’s Church, Western Park area When : Family session from 1:00 pm–5:00 pm , then adults-only from 5:00 pm–11:59 pm . beerfestbuddy.com What to Expect : A charity-focused event offering a wide range of local craft beers, wines, and ginembracing community spirit and great drinks. LUV LUV LUV – Queer Alt Music & Arts Festival Where : Firebug & Duffy’s, 1 Millstone Lane When : 1:00 pm through to late. beerfestbuddy.com Details : An all-day festival headlined by alt‑indie band Crywank , with workshops, DJ sets, crafts, and making of patches. A lovely que...

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