Local councils across parts of England issue guidance discouraging residents from attaching England flags to public property during the World Cup. Outlets report that authorities including Bristol and South Gloucestershire, as well as Wiltshire and Shropshire, tell fans not to place flags on lampposts, signs, or other public fixtures without permission. The guidance emphasizes that public spaces should be managed in a consistent way and that unauthorised decorations can conflict with local rules. Councils also frame the approach as a way to maintain a “welcoming and cohesive community feel.” The reports describe the issue as one of compliance and appropriate use of public areas, with residents being encouraged to follow any council instructions and obtain consent where required rather than attaching flags directly to infrastructure.