Flags can be flown from cars so long as they don’t obscure the driver’s view or pose a danger to pedestrians and other road users. The fines are only for people flying a flag – of any type – from their car in a way which obstructs the driver’s view. The law prevents items which would obscure a driver’s view or cause danger to pedestrians or other road users.
“However, it is worth noting the following points: flags which are so large that they obscure the driver’s view of traffic ahead of the vehicle may contravene Regulation 30 of The Road Vehicles Regulations 1986. “Flags which are constructed or positioned in such a way that they can cause danger to pedestrians or other road users could contravene Regulations 53 or 100 of the above regulations.”We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.