# Traffic Cones on Statues | Edinburgh News

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Podcast: [Edinburgh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/edinburgh-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7612011)
Published: 2026-07-04T03:25:42+00:00
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Traffic cones on statues? That’s the wild, defiant tradition born in Glasgow’s Tartan Army, where fans’ playful rebellion against city councils turned a simple cone into an iconic symbol — even earning a nod from Banksy. When the Tartan Army brought the cone to Boston for the World Cup, locals loved it so much they’re considering twinning cities — and Glasgow sent a signed cone as a gift. But not everyone’s on board: Edinburgh officials call it undignified, preferring the cone stay across the M8. Now, cones are popping up everywhere — from Dumfries to the Commonwealth Games mascot, a unicorn sporting one. While some historians worry commercialization has diluted the original spirit of defiance, the Tartan Army has turned it into a beloved folk icon. Whether it’s a protest or a party, the cone’s legacy? It’s here to stay — and maybe even growing. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f02715746b8c5b57

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