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British love Britain, but Union's future is uncertain

More than six out of 10 English voters say they feel "British", according to a new opinion poll.

The poll suggests the concept of 'Britain' still retains a deep hold on the affections of English people

An even greater proportion - 69 per cent - want to keep the historic Union between England and Scotland, while only 24 per cent want the two countries to separate.

However, the ICM survey for The Sunday Telegraph also reveals great concern about the future of the Union, and only 48 per cent believe it will survive a maximum of 25 years.
Read entire article at Telegraph (UK)