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The UK is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, and is one of the 27 member states of the European Union (EU). We have a population of about 60.6 million and speak two official languages. No, it’s not always raining! In fact, in the summer temperatures frequently exceed 30 degrees Celsius – perfect for discovering our fantastic beaches and coastline. And although rain is not uncommon, periods of fine weather occur all year round in Britain. We are an extremely diverse and progressive nation with a strong culture of social integration and tolerance. Britain was the dominant industrial and maritime power of the 19th century and played a leading role in developing parliamentary democracy and in advancing literature and science
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