Thank you, Karin. We have a better technological infrastructure than most of Europe as well. There is a lot of incentive for young entrepreneurs to start a new business here and we took full advantage of this. From my experience the world has a habit of reminding people about the best things in the UK. As I said before, once you leave home, settle, then leave home again, the word "home" becomes so relative, elusive almost. Are you feeling excited about moving around a bit more? With my partner we feel the same and are struggling with hate/ underestimation and xenophobia in London for a long time. Nobody is claiming anybody's job. The shed is accessed by removing two loose boards at the rear. It's not as simple though that everyone voting leave agrees with Farage and Boris. Cory, I apologise on behalf of my generation of useless entitled fossils, for our collective stupidity and gullibility. Absolutely nobody wants to be english. We created 42droids which became the pillar of our careers. 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. Or how we enjoyed some seriously nice Italian meal. I lived alone in a small flat in Birmingham, my wages covered my rent and bills and nothing else. It was kind of sad, even more so when I look back in it. Please do not come back. Switzerland recently voted to restrict Islamic mosques. I hope we will find our way soon. "Hey, yo," opens one frequently used sound clip on TikTok, "chav check.". Turns out, the UK has always been, home, our home. Make sense, Carla! You, Philip de Bose, are a piece of sh*t. Ah, yeah and we probably have more teeth than you, you snivelling little turd. She travels full time with her husband and is passionate about creating in-depth travel guides. But we live to achieve in the UK, not to enjoy good food and wine. UK for years has failed to create policies to protect its border, its benefits and health system to be abused by anyone and everyone. You can't compare the average salary with the average rent in a normal or even expensive area. (Has the author been to 'Bradistan' in West Yorks?). Without even asking for permission to stay and do that. Generations to come will read history books and laugh at how what was once "the Greatest Empire" has become a rainy, lonely island, with no power and no influence. You'll find that these places are a run down, uncared for mess many thanks to previous govenments who actually ignore the North and instead focus only on London. I thought it had to do with me but the more I got to know more locals and foreigners like myself, the more I realised that was just the way life in London was. ), they ran taxi firms and corner shops etc. I don't know where you've seen Brits treated like slaves. We lived in Bristol, Bob. Its refreshing to see the honesty of the article. Margaret Thatcher's legacy lives on. This puts us into conflict with other countries that want to keep us in our place and some people find this a shock to the system compared to their home country. 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. It's just that we wanted to experience something a little different for a while. But this is something new. This was a great read and it made me think a lot. If you come to Canada, feel free to get in touch with me. But as I say it never really went away it was always there. Not for Muslims it isn't. I think it needs more historical perspective though. Register Number: 04666380 (England and Wales), VAT No. There are no real national parks, all the land is fenced off, houses are built to occupy the most possible space, 1/3 of the land is in the hands of the aristocracy and the other 2/3 mainly belongs to corporations. It has good food, great climate, culture, sea,.. and it's nog too far from "Home". That so many immigrants come to the UKcomplain about itgo country hopping and then come back, says a lot about Britain, British culture.. and those people. Where we live now I have a greater connection to the people around me and a closer relationship with my family. I am bisexual and growing up in Romania vs UK are two different worlds - yes, Romanians were way more tolerant than British kids who physically abused and bullied me. For every ignorant comment, there is a kind person who welcomes foreigners. But there's always hope. Can you imagine that? As an example of how the problem was always there yet less visible I worked in a digital agency for a while where it was only British people who worked there and all of the women were de facto secretaries for the men, even though their roles were much more complex than this. I cant afford anything! 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. I wish the world would be more open, patient, loving. You can't compare Lisbon to London of course. If only life in the UK would be a magical world. Wishing you all the luck in the world. However, the same entitlement is NOT true for Brits going to EU countries who are in many countries, treated like second class citizens with no rights and slave labour if they can find a job. It doesnt Always rain ! Even though I think the political climate in Scotland is slightly different than in England - especially in Glasgow, where we live - there is no denying that the overall situation sucks. I'm still searching for the answer but got lost somewhere along the way. No country is perfect, but if you consider our history, museums, NHS, free education and world-class universities, the honesty of our police force and courts, business opportunities, freedom of speech, music, religious diversity, food safety (a huge problem in Asia by the way), countryside, regulation, animal rights, gender equality, gay rights, time zone, infrastructure, I still contend the UK is one of the best countries to live in the world. If this article baffles you then install some baffle plates mate! Great read, I stayed for a year in the UK and like reading your honest perspective on things after 10 years. Every other day Im in a ball on my bathroom floor wishing I didnt have to do it all again tomorrow. Good luck to you in the future, wherever life takes you! 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. I found it very difficult to make friends in London. The UK didn't. Garlicky paprika chicken stews and bakes. Switzerland recently voted to restrict Islamic mosques. Hope you guys are doing great in Portugal. I truly do hope you come back, just as much as I hope the UK I fell in love with as a boy returns with time. The opportunity to be free and to express freedom of thought is still prevalent in this country that he now lives in, albeit in his matchbox house. Yes i still travel as it is my passion but I no longer see it as the fix for life's problems.Goodluck to you all in this journey of life. This worked up to a point! [3] In Canada, in the province of British Columbia they're known as "Surrey jacks". I've been back 18 months and I can see these issues, without any dogma of ideology. xx Morgan. France thought about it. I am searching for my sunny home You should visit Ghana if you can hot and amazing. I think it's hypocritical. I don't like the sunshine so no, I didn't expect wall to wall sunshine. I hope you find a new place you will call home. But the point is I don't feel British any more and I know a lot of people who feel the same. I think we'd agree with just about every point you've raised about the UK. It is dangerous to assume that all British people are racists. On the other hand education and public health work much better than in Chile, this is very good because people can access good services regardless of their economic situation. No culture and social life. They were all British born northern lads from the small towns around the city. Acronyms, such as "Council Housed and Vile" have sprung up to explain the. Education is in a terrible state in the UK. You've written an incredible and brilliant post here, Cory! He was an inspiration to us all. The character, clothing, attitude and musical interests of Lauren Cooper and her friends in the BBC comedy series, The Catherine Tate Show, have been associated with the chav stereotype. In my own experience though I have found the North to be a lot more racist than the South. I am thankful to experience the green landscape, the beauty of rain, a cuppa and simple things in life. We're also seeing increasing radicalisation in right wing politics because this process is a feedback loop. You find people studying geography, english literature, philosophy and human sciences way more than any other country! My hubby and I left the UK in 2013 for the same reasons. Well, maths and sciences requires thinking and bright individuals. According to Expatistan here are some things you have to take into account: Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area 2,391 Scotland is a wonderful place, but ultimately, it is still part of the UK.for now at least :). The only thing stopping me getting a one way ticket to literally anywhere is that I cant afford it. Once the violence started to happen I could see the shame in their faces though. Finally, to address the point on immigration.I actually blame previous governments to a large extent. I now live in the United States with my brother and while there are also problems, there are ample opportunities for professional growth and learning and I generally feel America places more value in your experience. Rail fares have seen a huge increase since I studied in the UK from 2013-2014 to now, and it's just so prohibitively expensive to get anywhere unless you have a car or are willing to fly from the north to the south or vice versa. 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