Brits think patriotism is on the wane with 1 in 5 afraid to show their national pride.

Patriotic Brits are increasingly afraid to show their national pride in public for fear of ridicule or abuse, a study found.

Research revealed many believe national pride is on the wane, with younger generations placing less importance on patriotism than ever before.

And one in four believe we are currently living in the least patriotic decade there has been, showing a decline in national pride.