Fury as ‘unpatriotic’ Labour MPs ‘who are ashamed of Britain’ called for Union Jack to be REMOVED from campaign leaflets

LABOUR has been hit by a patriotism row over the Union Jack.

It comes after it emerged MPs called for it to be axed from campaign leaflets in some areas.

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Cabinet ministers accused Sir Keir Starmer’s party of being “ashamed of Britain”.

It is a massive blow for the Labour leader, who has tried to wrap himself in the flag since he took control of the party.

Labour MPs have reportedly raised concerns about leaflets being “plastered with Union Jacks” ahead of the election.

One unnamed MP said the banner was “definitely detrimental” in diverse areas and activists refuse to hand out leaflets, the Guardian reported.

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One MP said: “For a lot of communities we are talking about colours that are associated with the National Front or another far-right group.”

They asked why material could not be more tailored to specific constituencies, according to the paper.

Defence Secretary Grant Shapps said: “It says everything about Labour MPs and activists that they are ashamed of our flag and our country.

“It shows the true face of Labour hasn’t changed. There is so much to be proud of in Britain and we can unite behind our national flag.

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“Labour says this is about not offending minorities but the truth is it’s about their own bigoted views.

“In reality all our communities are patriotic and hugely proud of the welcoming country Britain has always been, regardless of race or religion.”

Rishi Sunak’s common sense tsar Esther McVey added: “It tells you everything you need to know about the people who make up the Labour party that so many of them seem so ashamed and embarrassed of our national flag.

“The party that Jeremy Corbyn led has seemingly not changed that much after all.”

Criticism was aired at an ethnic minorities Labour MPs meeting and London MPs’ gathering.

Labour spokesperson said: “Keir’s changed Labour Party is positive, progressive and patriotic, the Union flag is something we are proud to carry.”

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