THE national flag of the United Kingdom is also commonly known as the Union Jack The flag is also sometimes known as the Union Flag - so which name is correct? Both Union Jack and Union Flag are ...

From the significance of its design to the meaning behind its name, here's what to know about the 400-year-old flag The Union Jack, also known as the Union Flag, is the national flag of the United ...

For some, the union jack is celebratory, patriotic and evokes a feeling of national pride, but for others, the display is hubristic and the flag is symbolic of elitism, colonialism and fascism.

Flags, bunting, cutlery, and more can be purchased from shops across the country to mark the event, with many decked out in the iconic Union Jack. But why is our flag called the Union Jack?