'Flag represents peace, not hate, let's reclaim it'

ABUSE survivor Natasha O'Brien said Irish people need to reclaim the tricolour because it represents “peace and unity, not hate”.

- BY CIARA O'LOUGHLIN

In recent months flags have been erected on lampposts across the country by far-right groups aiming to intimidate immigrants and minority communities.

In some cases councils have taken down Irish flags where they believe they're being used to spread hatred.

Ms O'Brien has joined a new campaign called #OurFlag, which aims to bring communities together and reclaim the flag as a symbol of unity, inclusion, and hope.

The Limerick woman said the issue is “extremely personal” to her, as people from every corner of this country supported her when she stood up against the justice system.