John,

This weekend, towns and cities across England were suddenly covered in St. George’s crosses and Union flags.

On the surface, it looks like patriotism, but our research shows this so-called “Operation Raise the Colours” is being organised by hardened far-right activists, Tommy Robinson allies, and Britain First. And they know exactly what they are doing.

While there is nothing wrong with flying your national flag, for many, these flags don’t read as pride, they read as provocation. A reminder of the National Front in the 1970s, of racist mobs, and of intimidation. Already this weekend, racist graffiti and abuse has accompanied the wave of flags.

And today, Nigel Farage has fanned the flames further, standing in front of a giant flag to announce Reform UK’s plans for mass deportations.

John, this is where you come in. Where they weaponise flags to divide, we can raise a different symbol.

Last year, in the aftermath of racist riots, we saw the best of Britain’s community spirit. Hours after bricks were thrown, locals rallied round with brushes and buckets. Neighbours came together to clean the streets, and people chose solidarity over fear.

We need that same spirit again. To show that the real Britain is one where families and neighbours look out for each other. It’s nurses, farmers, teachers, and bin workers. It’s kindness, fairness, and community. And that’s worth defending.

Please join us and display a ‘Hold on to HOPE’ poster in your window. Together we can show that HOPE will always eclipse hate.

In solidarity,

Chris

HOPE not hate