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Q: What is the difference between Britain, England and the United Kingdom?

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Last update 2022.08.29

  • Britain: the name of the island that includes three regions: Scotland, England, and Wales.
  • United Kingdom: The name of the country that includes the island of Britain and a small part of the island of Ireland called Northern Ireland .
  • England: one of the regions of the island of Britain. It is the seat of government, and the most important region in the United Kingdom, and where the capital, London, is located.

 

 

What is the difference between Britain, England and the United Kingdom?