United Kingdom

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The United Kingdom, officially the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, is a country located off the northwestern coast of mainland Europe. English is the de facto official language, spoken by the majority of the population as of 2021. English serves as the primary language for government administration, formal education, and nationwide communication. The United Kingdom is home to several indigenous minority languages, including Welsh, Scottish Gaelic, Irish, and Cornish. Scots and Ulster Scots are also spoken in Scotland and Northern Ireland, respectively. Many residents in the UK speak foreign languages, such as French, German, and Spanish, to varying degrees of proficiency.

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Ethnic Groups:

White 87.2%, Black/African/Caribbean/black British 3%, Asian/Asian British, Indian 2.3%, Asian/Asian British: Pakistani 1.9%, mixed 2%, other 3.7% (2011 est.)