Having said all this, it's worth mentioning that the UK is a beautiful country. The UK has become a dumping ground for people from EU economies in a worse state and anyone from 'University of Nowhere' in India (Indians who don't make the cut for Singapore or Australia fall back on Britain). Nothing to do with skin colour or ethnicity (as once was), it's about money and yes, class. Found your blog googling "the UK sucks" :') I still remember talking to my husband the previous night, saying that the world is not that stupid. Sure there are a few who give a bad name to people coming here to live, a few who are just in it for the benefits. Portugal is the 4th safest country in Europe England used to be a nice place and I really wish we could do something to increase the safety rankings. Dear awesome British people out there. Our education system definitely needs an upgrade so British people stop being so ignorant about our history. Reading this gave me a peace of mind. Really fantastic article, very important to share different perspectives on the state of the UK at the moment. Honestly its all in how you phrase it, lovely. Im so worried and upset that Im stuck here and it feels like hell nearly every day. Mass immigration or controlled immigration will not change the way a Briton chooses whether to invite a foreigner for a cup of tea or shepherd's pie. Excellent read! They see Instagram and they think can walk in and out of any country as they please. It took me a couple years to psychologically recover from my idealistic perception of the UK.It took me a decade of living abroad to realise that it is true when people say the grass seems greener on the other side. In fact, we think it was the best decision ever. Both Toronto and Vancouver are my favorite Canadian cities, and the road trip from Alberta to BC is very beautiful. The UK gets judged to a higher standard than other countries because of our history. We adapted, changed and integrated into British society. Yes, it does rain here a lot, but given water shortages will be one of the biggest threats to world peace, I would take a bit more rain over a dry country any day of the week. I am a born and bret brit and I totally agree with you, it is a cold and depressing shit hole. Very nice post! Have you considered leaving Europe and heading to places like Australia and New Zealand? No democratic decision is bad, only a lack of democracy is bad. And it was because of these bright minds that I chose to become British too. Or how we enjoyed some seriously nice Italian meal. But I wanted to show this country that I respect its traditions, its cultures and its laws. If you don't own a car in the UK, I am very sad to tell you that train prices are ridiculous. It's beautiful that your kids can go to Hungary and learn the language, or visit Romania and learn how to cook traditional meals. It's also quite scary how a lot of those people, like myself, who were born and bred in the UK, due to racism and mistreatment, clasp their hands in glee as the UK makes wrong decision after wrong decision. The continuous media obsession of crisis after crisis perpetuates the problem. Many people don't have a voice but you gave them a voice. I have a diploma in counter terrorism policy. I love nature and feel now that I am always inside wasting my life away. The great things about Britain, are the sheer amount of bright minds this country had during its history. We have a long way to go before we can live in a borderless world, where are all welcome anywhere and everywhere. Now it's obsessed with 'poverty' (can't afford food but can fags and false nails) and banal debates about identity. No, I haven't experienced any racism here in North Yorkshire. ), they ran taxi firms and corner shops etc. He also forgets the violence in India against minorities, abuse of women and so forth. We have plenty of black and Muslim politicians in the UK, and other EU countries have hardly any. Good luck with your move. [35], In the "New Earth" episode of the BBC TV series Doctor Who, the character Lady Cassandra is transplanted into Rose Tyler's body (Billie Piper). Sigh. Of course when no one studies or shows interest in Engineering or medicine, they country will be deprived of innovative, intelligent workforce. The UK didn't. I like the rush, the culture there, the weirdness of it. Politics aside, I hope it gets better here, but I dont see it happening anytime soon. Saying that, UK has a huge potential to rebound when it breaks away from the limpets in power sucking its tits off. They are more racist Im afraid, albeit in a passive way. I was born/raised in the UK (with brief spells in Germany), and wanted to thank you for your nuanced, albeit slightly depressing post. Then she moves back because Theres no place like Home !! It's not all political jibber jabber lies, it's equations and facts! HR Recruiters in this country care more that you still got GCSE qualifications than the vast amount of knowledge and experience you've picked up after fucking primary school. Let's see what food Bucharest is known for - hmmm, stuffed cabbage, Ciorba de burta (tripe soup) and roasted eggplant salad. I was a covard and I even lied to myself for a good 3 years before that. But it's starting to pop up again, with quite a few creators on TikTok and other platforms making videos that take the mick out of. I am an Indian national who came here 3 years ago (came on Tier-1 visa) and supported a media company with investments and expanded to clients across in USA & EU. In the 9 months Ive been back, I have been diagnosed with depression. Yes, also immigrants but expats are self-financing and short stay. Uncertainty in things!!. Please read again . The internet was flooded with articles about where should the Brits move now that the Brexit happened. This is a wonderful piece. The word chav is a relatively new one in British English, used to describe a supposed social group defined in the Oxford English Dictionary as "a young person of a type characterised by brash and loutish behaviour and the wearing of designer-style clothes usually with connotations of a low social status". We need more people such as yourself, who realise that indeed, the UK needs immigrants to keep certain parts of the country afloat. Absolutely nobody wants to be english. Are we finally getting karma for all the horrific things weve done to other countries? Furthermore, I respect the people who in my mind, made Britain awesome (Like Mick Jagger, David Attenborough or Maggie Smith). It has been the sheer scale of.people that have come and changed the original culture and landscape of the working world in the uk. What !!!!??? The UK has more international communities than any other country in the world. Looking at the OECD date, Britain ranks as the 11th safest country and #1 with amongst countries with a population bigger than 50 Million. And thank you for contributing to British society and taxes :). I don't blame you at all for wanting to leave. How's that the EU's fault. I was stunned by Brexit and very sad as well, it foreshadowed the US elections. The referendum changed everything for me. Great article :-), Dear Elise, thank you for your comment. I wish you happiness :), I got in Uk 17 years ago , a child 20 at that time ,didnt know what the future holds .Moving on , two children now, a house in mortgages, and a difficult financial situation. I moved back from the UK to India (which is where I am from) 6 years ago after living there for over 10 years. Let me tell you about the art of British food. I think it's hypocritical. Since we are talking about culture, I must touch base on the food. Paris is wetter than London..south of England gets more sunshine than the Low Countries..what were you expecting when you moved here wall to wall sunshine?! Too many people taking out, not enough putting in enough. We called it our long honeymoon. Adopted countries I've lived in were always a ticking reminder that I don't belong and that I'm just a temporary alien working or studying there for a limited time. The society in Britain has grown to become more hostile to immigrants and foreigners, nevertheless, wouldn't say it is racist, but I would say that there is a significant proportion of the population that are bigots (and I don't intend to offend anyone). I wish more countries will adopt this! I might be back to UK to visit Stratford but not sure when, and I hope the situation will get much better during my return trip. Perhaps! SO MANY of them. In the British television series Misfits, the character of Kelly Bailey is presented as a stereotypical chav. I prefer many countries abroad - and hope to relocate - good luck with your travels . I don't know, Si. Food for thought! The cool Britannia era and the political discourse around equal opportunities, positive discrimination and multiculturalism gradually over a long period of time became completely replaced with an anti immigration narrative which reached a crescendo with Brexit and ripped a massive great hole through the country and I honestly don't believe we can ever be the same again. Anyway, good luck How on earth can you say the roads in the Uk are well maintained????? This makes your comment about separating rubbish as a frustration a little lacking in historical context. Although we need more motorways, there are well-maintained roads in the country. Except the rain; everyone hates the rain haha. Below I will explain some of the factors we took into account when we made our decision. Im working class under a Tory government. You can rent a PO box for your business and move it there. I came from Italy to do my bachelor and master degree, not because of lack of an excellent (albeit very bureaucracy reliant) university system in my country. We are now in Portugal and we miss the prices for groceries in the UK BUT with everything, life is still such much cheaper here. Food: obviously subjective. I also hope your partner will learn to agree with you and understand you, if nothing else. They showed me a name. Both children born here , is so hard , really hard . But let me tell you, though, you shouldn't see immigrants as a problem, but as a solution. I've yet to witness anti-social behaviour here. In the Balkans we also have pljeskavica or plecavia which is a kebab burger. Think beautiful places in Scotland, stunning beaches in Cornwall and romantic places in England. Szilvi, Szilvi, I hope you find your corner of nature and love. No life. I can bet on that! I say we bring fibre internet across the country and we create better infrastructure. (I am from Serbia). We came third in the Olympics. London is a fantastic place full of opportunities, it just needs to match your own requirements. Thank you Maartje! I've held 3 stable jobs since I was 16, and in each on I was the minority. Biased review - well yeah, I mean it is my site. A birth country that doesn't fully accept me because I speak different, act different, live differently than the majority. We're thinking of moving away as soon as I've finished my studies for many of the same reasons as the ones you mentioned. The term floated about beforehand, but in the 2000s it was on steroids. less than in any other country in Europe. I have faced racism almost everyday including in my jobs. I don't want to have that life when they work 7 days a week and never get to enjoy the city. A Labour Government faces the same problems - and honestly will be no different as there is no money to splurge like the Noughties! Wasn't uni education free at one point? Like everywhere else, it already has pressures from an ageing longer living population. Will I ever go back to the UK? we loved what we saw but the thing is that i feel Its not safe for us right know and Its messy with all this brexit thing. Which one would you pick for your next trip? Thanks for this article, but I'd like to add my experience to counterbalance a bit. So I feel fair to comment on this. My parents came here to give, not just take - as my ex-husband and I did in Australia and Singapore. The Euro was a huge mistake. Britain's infrastructure cannot cope with the population. I agree with every sentiment you expressed and I wish you all the best outside of Britain. We live in a gorgeous house with good insulation, stunning views, great friends, good food fit for human consumption and are surrounded by lovely people who accept and appreciate other cultures. Because I was a Law student whereby language skills were paramount. She has visited hundreds of destinations and has lived in 7 different countries. Hes Britains Trump. brother and sister are also in Uk .,, to fruit to chocolate. There are idiots on both sides, but probably many more thoughtful and intelligent people on both sides as well. The main reason is that I see the EU as being an impossible project, led by weak consensus politicians with no grand vision for economic growth. I found it very difficult to make friends in London. Hi Sarah, we are super excited about our move. Discourse on chavs in contemporary Britain has been widely implicated in the . We are all ashamed of people like Hector and we wish they would become obsolete. Until next time, I do hope you find it within yourself to open up and really point out what was ill-informed about the article. On describing those who use the word, the society stated that "we all know their old serviette/napkin, lounge/living room, settee/sofa tricks. Foreigners cant even buy a house in New Zealand anymore. I was alive when Tony Benn was in government and the UK had a 3-day week power shortage and no rubbish collection. And that's something we continue to experience in this country. Bigot "a person who is intolerant towards those holding different opinions". Unfortunately there are a lot of uncultured and racist people in the UK, its so disappointing. Pity really, the UK used to be OK. I don't complain about the process, due to the fact that I understand why any country would only want skilled migrants and high-quality citizens. Good luck to you! I'm out of here in a few months, heading back home to the sun, soca music, and lovely people, but I'm truly sad for those who have to stay here for whatever reason, being told daily they have faces that don't "fit", and living in fear, and festering in anger over daily dealings with racists. I grew up in 'Middle England' Home Counties and have lived in the Midlands and Yorks so have a fair view of Britain, England (vs London) and consider myself (and family) thoroughly British (I open my mouth and you will agree too!). I think people like this author who want to attack the UK and the British people should LEAVE PERMANENTLY as their self centred bigotry will never change. Maybe not your cup of tea. Anyone who would kick you out for "bad spelling" must be crazy. [9][10] By 2005 the term had become widespread in its use as to refer to a type of anti-social, uncultured youth, who wear excessive flashy jewellery, white athletic shoes, baseball caps, and sham designer clothes. It was a strange experience. The Windrush generation certainly did not receive welcome open arms. "Chav" (/tv/), also "charver", "scally" and "roadman" in parts of England, is a British term, usually used in a pejorative way. Loved my time in London (finished my law studies in Univ too), but i guess i have to depart and start looking to bigger gateway. ), and the always fast pace. Because I think its going to be quite a negative one and to be honest that we have had our time in the premiere league and unfortunately we relegated out selves with an own goal, in classic British style! Register Number: 04666380 (England and Wales), VAT No. You see, I actually love the pace in London. One of the biggest differens that i saw are the streets, in England they are very clean, and in Chile you can finde a lot of garbage. View history. Sorry to hear they treated you like shit for being a foreigner in the U.K, yet sadly, it doesnt surprise me. But there's always hope. 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