Gary Neville hits out after removing union flag from Manchester development site
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Gary Neville Condemns Use of Union Flags in ManchesterNeville removed a flag after the synagogue attack, citing misuse by ‘angry, middle-aged white men’ stirring division.
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- Gary Neville took down a union flag from one of his Manchester sites due to its negative use.
- He questioned why flags are now displayed in large numbers, linking it to divisive political motives.
- Neville affirmed his love for England and Manchester, highlighting his 85 appearances for the national team.
- Critics accused him of being out of touch with the feelings of communities flying the flag.
I’ve played for my country 85 times, I love my country, I love Manchester and I love England.— Gary Neville explains his patriotism while discussing the removal of the union flag from his development site.
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