The Heart Flag of the United Kingdom, also known as the Saltire with Hearts, is a variant of the national flag of Scotland (St. Andrew's Cross). This alternate design features a red saltire on a white field, similar to the traditional Scottish flag, but each quadrant of the saltire is replaced by an interlaced design made up of smaller hearts. The Heart Flag represents affection and love for the United Kingdom, particularly for Scotland, without advocating for political independence or unity. It first appeared in the 1970s and has since been used as a symbol of Scottish identity within the broader context of the UK.