A message from Helen (Erin’s mum):

I sent a lengthy email last night to Colchester City Council Joint Head of Planning, who responded with the suggestion of a phone call, as he had a proposed solution. The outcome is that Erin’s Memorial Flags have been recategorised as “Exempt” for our household. The compromise for us, that to meet the requirements of the government policy is reduce the number of standing flags poles from 2 to 1, which I have agreed to implement in the next 14 days. The most important matter was for Erin’s flags to remain, although a huge amount of tears were shed in this household this weekend I’m going to try a do what Erin always did, focus the silver lining which is without doubt the affection, admiration and community spirit that she can still raise in the amazing people of Colchester. I can not thank you enough for the support that you have shown us, you truly are all wonderful and without your support this all would have been so much harder. Collectively we got to keep Erin’s Flags Flying. THANK YOU x💜x