Woke backlash erupts against patriotic St George's Cross roundabout in 'multicultural town'
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A "patriotic" St George's Cross roundabout has sparked furious uproar in a "multicultural town".Durham County Council spent £12,000 on the transformation on the A167 roundabout in Chilton, County Durham.The roundabout had previously been a simple grass verge - but has now been gravelled over with a patriotic floral display arranged to form England's flag.Labour MP Alan Strickland, who represents Newton Aycliffe and Spennymoor, has led the outrage over the display.
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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Mr Strickland accused the council of failing to properly engage with locals before funding the makeover."This is yet another sign that our Reform-led council are completely unserious about how they spend our money," he raged.Chilton Town Council also disagreed with the plans, citing concerns about the cost.But Reform county councillor Stephen Bowron mounted a robust defence of the scheme, arguing the roundabout would become a "recognised landmark" that would demonstrate the passion Chilton...
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