One thing that has become the norm during the run up to major football tournaments are the George Cross flags. I've only ever bought one, which flew proudly from the Galaxy's window for about two miles before we generated enough drag for the thing to pull free of the car. Wouldn't have been so bad but the goddamn thing took the rear window with it. It could have been worse: a £2,500 fine or three penalty points is an option for drivers flying flags incorrectly as under the
Road Traffic Act of 1998, for drivers who obscure the windows of their vehicles can get done. More serious charges could be brought if flags that stick out of the side of a vehicle injure pedestrians and cyclists (wouldn't that be a shame...)
Motorists are being urged to check that their clip-on window flags are properly attached before driving anywhere. I however, advise you to check the window too. The Po-lice however are more concerned with your flag's effect of their horses though...
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