In an astonishing move, the Lincoln council has axed the UK’s oldest Christmas market, a local economic powerhouse at £15 million. Meanwhile, Lincoln’s Mayor conveniently enjoys the festivities in Germany, raising eyebrows.
The reason? A “safety risk” due to popularity. Really? Christmas markets thrive on being popular; that’s their essence. It sounds like a joke, but it’s local government decision-making.
Can you fathom a private enterprise like a supermarket or theme park shutting down because of being too busy? The comparison is striking.
Shifting gears, Canada takes an unexpected stance, officially labeling Christmas as racist. The Canadian Human Rights Commission describes it as an “obvious example” of intolerance and colonialism. This adds another layer of controversy to the holiday season, questioning societal perceptions and raising concerns about the prioritization of safety over cherished traditions.
U.K. – Lincoln council has cancelled its Christmas market, the oldest in the U.K. and which brings £15 million to the local economy.
Meanwhile Lincolns Mayor has just enjoyed the Christmas market during a trip to Lincolns twin town in Germany.
Ridiculous! pic.twitter.com/UP0gXJ85O2
— Elander & the News (@ElanderNews) December 4, 2023
Canada has officially declared Christmas to be racist. The Canadian Human Rights Commission that described Christmas as “an obvious example” of intolerance and colonialism. pic.twitter.com/dB8SL76zVH
— Ian Miles Cheong (@stillgray) December 4, 2023