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25/02/2014
Essex County Council Questioned Over Swastikas
A Freedom of Information request has been made to Essex County Council over swastikas carved into Chelmsford's County Hall.
It is understood that a member of public has asked the council to explain the use of the symbol on the building, which was built between 1928 and 1939, shortly before World War Two.
According to the BBC, Essex Council has refused to comment on the symbols until they have responded to the request made by the member of the public.
(MH/CD)
It is understood that a member of public has asked the council to explain the use of the symbol on the building, which was built between 1928 and 1939, shortly before World War Two.
According to the BBC, Essex Council has refused to comment on the symbols until they have responded to the request made by the member of the public.
(MH/CD)
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