{"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/740389.json"},"data":{"type":"petition","id":740389,"attributes":{"action":"Ban the removal of the Union flag or the flags of the British nations","background":"Removing the Union Flag or British nation’s flag from a public space is an attack on our national identity. These flags embody British values: courage, liberty, unity, forged in sacrifice. It’s betrayal, not protest, spitting on our pride and heroes. It should b considered treasonous.","additional_details":"Parliament must discuss why removing a Union Flag or a British nation’s flag from public spaces should be considered treason. These flags embody Britain’s identity, unity, and values, courage, liberty, sacrifice. Such acts disrespect Britons, risk fracturing identity, and threaten stability. Debate is vital to protect national symbols, uphold loyalty, and address free speech concerns. Parliament must clarify legal consequences to safeguard Britain’s heritage and unity.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":7,"created_at":"2025-09-07T15:43:48.310Z","updated_at":"2025-09-24T12:21:39.521Z","rejected_at":"2025-09-24T12:21:32.441Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2025-09-07T16:30:10.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"debate_scheduled_on":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"creator_name":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":"You may wish to sign this petition which calls for the same action:\r\n\r\nBan councils from removing the Union Flag and the flags of the four nations \r\nhttps://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/738423"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}}}