Community•10/8/2025

Union Flags on Park Road Spark Mixed Reactions in Community

Union Flags placed on lampposts along Park Road in Liverpool's diverse L8 area have generated mixed reactions, with some residents feeling pride and others intimidation.

Alice Houghton

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