News · 1 May 2026
New Banksy Statue Appears Overnight in London's Waterloo Place
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Banksy has claimed full authorship of a new large statue that appeared overnight at Waterloo Place in Central London on Wednesday. The sculpture depicts a suited man walking off a plinth with a flag smothering his face, offering a commentary on blind patriotism. Westminster City Council erected barriers to protect the work but confirmed it remains accessible to the public.
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