A video showed a council worker 'removing Union Jack flags', the truth was much differentFootage of the incident was widely shared on social media over the weekendView Image Footage which was viewed by millions of peopleA council worker was not removing flags in Salford this weekend, despite the claims being shared online in a viral video seen by millions of people. ‌Salford council sub-contractor involved in incident with manIt was claimed in some posts online that the man wearing the high-vis vest was a ‘council worker’ who was trying to ‘take down’ the flag from the post. ‌In a statement Salford council said: “The person shown in the video is a sub-contractor to the council and contrary to social media posts, was working on camera equipment. “We have previously stated we are not removing flags and absolutely do not condone any violent behaviour or verbal abuse. The campaign has also seen roundabouts painted with the cross of Saint George, and England flags stuck to public areas such as benches.