McClean should be allowed freedom of expression

Paying tribute to the fallen British and Commonwealth soldiers during Remembrance Day ceremonies in London, British prime minister David Cameron said, “We stand united to remember the courageous men and women who have served our country, defended our freedoms and kept us safe”. 

Does that freedom include the freedom of Wigan Athletic’s Republic of Ireland international footballer James McClean to not wear a poppy on his football shirt as his club takes part in football’s annual Remembrance Day commemoration?

This decision by McClean not to wear the poppy resulted in him having to defend his stance by letter and a face-to-face meeting with Wigan club chairman Dave Whelan.