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The sun has finally set on the British Empire
After decades of seeing the familiar 'GB' sticker, I was somewhat taken aback to encounter this one today.
According to an article on the RAC website, the 'GB' IDL (International Distinguishing Letter) ceased to be valid on the 28th September this year, with the result that all vehicles travelling abroad must now display the new 'UK' IDL.
Apparently this is an exercise in inclusivity, as officially Great Britain only encompasses the 3 countries on the Mainland, whilst UK refers to the United Kingdom of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
I wonder if that means Team GB will become Team UK in the 2024 Olympics…
The sun has finally set on the British Empire
After decades of seeing the familiar 'GB' sticker, I was somewhat taken aback to encounter this one today.
According to an article on the RAC website, the 'GB' IDL (International Distinguishing Letter) ceased to be valid on the 28th September this year, with the result that all vehicles travelling abroad must now display the new 'UK' IDL.
Apparently this is an exercise in inclusivity, as officially Great Britain only encompasses the 3 countries on the Mainland, whilst UK refers to the United Kingdom of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
I wonder if that means Team GB will become Team UK in the 2024 Olympics…