Northern Ireland has a "flags protocol" dating back to the days when Westminster politicians ran matters directly, which includes amongst its objectives removing "paramilitary flags and displays" and "the control of displays of flags and emblems in particular areas such as mixed and interface areas and near buildings such as schools, hospitals, places of worship and community halls".

BBC: Northern Ireland

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