Union Jack
Coverage of Union Jack in the Nexus archive.
- Hawaiʻi's state flag: More than 200 years of tradition, identity
Lawmakers introduced Senate Bill 2795 to protect Hawaiʻi residents' rights to display the state's historic flag, which includes the Union Jack and eight stripes representing the islands. The bill aims to preserve the flag's tradition and identity as Hawaiʻi approaches Flag Day on July 31.
- 'I can't breathe': Protesters attack police at UK rally over student murder
Protesters in Southampton attacked police at a rally over the murder of an 18-year-old student who was handcuffed and died from stab wounds after his killer falsely claimed a racist attack. Far-right figure Tommy Robinson addressed the crowd, with attendees waving Union Jack and England flags.
- Shropshire council staff met with rising ‘abuse and intimidation’ over removal of flags
Shropshire council staff and councillors faced abuse and intimidation over the removal of unauthorized flags, including the Union Jack and St George's flags. The council recorded a rise in reports of abuse and threats. Staff were threatened even when explaining the council's position on routine tasks.