Braintree District Council has criticised one of its members after she made disparaging remarks about LGBTQ+ Pride flags.
Cllr Angela Kilmartin wrote on Facebook that she did not want any ‘sex flags’ on her local High Street.
Ms Kilmartin reportedly wrote: ‘I don't want pride sex flags along my High Street. I don't even want heterosexual flags along my High Street.
‘Sex is for the bedroom and private life, not for displaying preferences in public.’
Braintree District Council said that the views did not represent those of the local authority.
‘I am disappointed to hear of this post as Braintree District Council have policies to promote equal and fair treatment for all,’ said a council spokesperson.
‘The council celebrates and supports the diversity of the district and we recognise this within our own organisation and in everything we do. We expect our councillors and staff to do the same.’
