They have also been appearing across the country in recent days as part of a national movement called “Operation Raise the Colours”.
Some flags have been removed, including in Tower Hamlets in east London as well as Birmingham.
However, work this afternoon had to be stopped after contractors faced verbal abuse.
Councillor Bridget Fishleigh, for Rottingdean and West Saltdean, said: “Brighton and Hove City Council has advised that it has been making steady progress with the removal of the St George’s flags; however, some people have put up new ones.
“The contractors have faced verbal abuse while attempting to remove flags in certain locations. As a result, they have had to cease work in those areas.
“The contractors are unwilling to proceed with further removals unless police are present to ensure the safety of their staff.
“Sussex Police has confirmed that it will not have the resources available to support this work until next week.”
Sussex Police and Brighton and Hove City Council have been contacted for further information.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s official spokesman said on Monday: “I think the PM has always talked about his pride of being British, the patriotism he feels.
“I think he’s talked about that previously […] not least recently in relation to the Lionesses’ successful campaign in the Euros.
“Patriotism will always be an important thing to him.”
Asked if Sir Keir is supportive of people who put up English flags, the spokesman said: “Absolutely, patriotism, putting up English flags.
“We put up English flags all around Downing Street every time the English football team – women’s and men’s – are out trying to win games for us.”
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