St. George's flags have multiplied across Kent, UK after the county council allowed them to remain (August 30).

Footage shows flags attached to every lamp post along a coastal road in Sheerness, which have been increasing in number over the last week.

Kent County Council published a statement on their website permitting the flags to be attached to their lamp posts saying: "KCC Highways teams will not be removing flags from buildings and lamp posts across Kent unless they pose a safety risk to road users and the public."

Brits have attributed various meanings to the displays with differing opinions - some believe the flags are displays of pride and patriotism - whilst others seem them as a protest and some as provocative.

The displays started last week after a national online movement called 'Operation Raise the Colours'.