Posted on 09/01/2025 7:24:37 AM PDT by MinorityRepublican
A Labour MP has said people flying the St George’s Cross outside a migrant hotel in his constituency are “extremists” trying to “mark territory”.
Clive Lewis, who represents Norwich South, criticised Norfolk county council for not removing the flags after they were put up on lampposts around the Brook Hotel in Bowthorpe over a week ago.
The hotel has been the scene of protests and counter-protests in recent weeks over its use to asylum seekers, with hundreds of people descending on the area.
The Eastern Daily Press quoted Mr Lewis as saying that “most people say they fly the St George’s Cross out of pride – and that’s probably even true for some of those putting them on lampposts.
“But far‑Right groups are using these flags to mark territory and intimidate the vast majority who reject their extreme views.
“They’re trying to drag the flag back into being just their flag, only for their purposes of division and intolerance, undoing the brilliant way our multi‑heritage England teams turned it into one of unity and pride.
“I’ve raised residents’ concerns with the county council – they can’t look the other way when extremists use our streets to send an intimidating message.”
The MP, a former shadow minister and Labour leadership candidate, has been told by Norfolk Constabulary not to attend any counter-demonstrations because his presence could escalate an already tense situation.
Mr Lewis joined a counter-protest at the hotel in December, where he said through a megaphone that some of those demanding an end to asylum seekers being held there were “racists” and “fascists”.
Norfolk county council said it is “not prioritising” the removal of the St George’s and Union Flags from street lights in the area, and is instead focusing on “more urgent” road issues.
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What is a “migrant hotel”?
We call people flying St. George Floyd flags “extremists” too.
Time to wake up to the horrific reality https://t.co/Nw4oE6EpW2— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 1, 2025
Right out of the Pelosi play book
‘Enough Is Enough’ — England Locals Vow to Stop Paying Tax over Controversial Migrant Hotel
"English residents in the migrant hotel flashpoint of Epping have vowed to stop paying council taxes after the government argued that asylum rights supersede local concerns of safety.
The use of the hotel as migrant accommodation sparked nationwide protests against the scheme after allegations that an illegal migrant from Ethiopia had sexually assaulted a 14-year-old girl from the town."
Think Roosevelt Hotel in NYC. Government pays the rent for occupant
Starmer and his party are using the same talking points as US dems.
Then Clive Lewis is a traitor to the kingdom of Great Britain and an enemy of her people. It is time to treat him as such.
What is a “migrant hotel”?
For reasons that no doubt stem from racism and Islamophobia locals tend to object to these hotels and their guests who seem to have a propensity for enjoying the company of young British girls.
Extremism in the defense of liberty is no vice.
Clive Lewis, who represents Norwich South, “
Well done, you elected this treasonous scumbag. Now look what you have. The worst part of the last British election was the fact they gave Labour a no confidence proof majority meaning they are stuck with it for four LONG years.
“”“They’re trying to drag the flag back into being just their flag, only for their purposes of division and intolerance, undoing the brilliant way our multi‑heritage England teams turned it into one of unity and pride.””
“”Mr Lewis joined a counter-protest at the hotel in December, where he said through a megaphone that some of those demanding an end to asylum seekers being held there were “racists” and “fascists”.””
Uh.... yeah, Clive. And nothing says “unity and pride” like calling people you disagree with “racists” and “fascists”... especially when you’re the one representing ‘the government’, not them. That flag represents courage and the Christian faith... but naturally, you’d be opposed to that too. It figures.
They were tired of voting for the Tories because Boris Johnson and that Indian Guy ultimately did nothing to stop the boats.
My observation of most politicians regardless of race, nationality, etc., is they’re supportive and promote whatever movement/narrative that they perceive as most beneficial to themselves. Peel back a few layers and look where their money comes from and one can usually figure out why they saying or doing certain things.
As in extremely POd at the immigrant situation!
Welcome to our world Brits...
Also, what are the far left extremists using to mark their turf?
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