The hand that rocks the cradle.
Quote:A council has apologised for any "upset" caused over a letter sent to parents by a headteacher which implied the Union Flag could be seen as "potentially offensive or sectarian".
Fiona MacDonald, of Cross Arthurlie Primary School in Barrhead, East Renfrewshire, raised concerns following a P7 leavers' event last week which was attended by parents and carers.
In her letter, Ms MacDonald said the use of a Union Flag featuring staff images "caused some upset at the beginning of the evening".
She added: "As a school we promote inclusion and acceptance, actively working against potentially offensive or sectarian messaging.
"Although we recognise this was not the intent, we are concerned that others within or beyond the school community may consider that this is something we would encourage."
The headteacher said she had spoken to the children to explain "why it wasn't a good idea" to use images without permission.
She also explained "the symbolism and association of flags and symbols to different groups of people" and how the youngsters' actions were "contrary to the school values of respect and kindness".
https://news.sky.com/story/council-apolo...n-13384636