An open letter to the Bracknell Forest community

Bracknell Forest Council leaders from the Labour, Liberal Democrat and Green parties have written an open letter to the Bracknell Forest community. 

The letter says: 

Dear residents, friends and colleagues,

We all want Bracknell Forest to be a place we can be proud of, where we all feel that we are safe and part of the community.

Bracknell Forest has always been a place where neighbours look out for one another and respect each other’s differences.

Our community is known for its understanding, kindness, and collective pride - a reputation built through years of supporting each other.

As community leaders, we have recently heard from residents with different perspectives about the flags. Those who are feeling anxious at this time and those who feel strongly about their right to express pride in our national identity.

Everyone in Bracknell Forest has the right to live, work, and express themselves freely, but also to live in an atmosphere of respect, free from intimidation or fear.

Our borough’s strength lies in our unity and our ability to treat one another with dignity, regardless of our views or backgrounds.

We want to acknowledge these concerns and ask everyone to show kindness and understanding - for those who need our help, for people who might see things differently, and for how our actions might affect others.

Let's continue to uphold the values that make Bracknell Forest a welcoming and caring place for all. By showing understanding and kindness, we can make sure our borough remains a place where everyone feels safe, valued, and proud to be part of the community.