Quality of life is a concept that people all over the world relentlessly aim to improve over the course of their lives. In some situations, it is very difficult for a country’s citizens to achieve that higher level without a certain degree of luck and a huge amount of hard work. This can be due to the large class gaps in some cultures and also, the poor economic situation of their country. The United Kingdom offers immigrants an opportunity to improve their quality of life in many ways, some of which have been recorded below.
Social Reasons – Great Britain is one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world. Due to the lack of cultural segregation and racism, the U.K is a very attractive proposition for people from all cultures and backgrounds. Relative to other European countries, the U.K also has a low crime rate.
Employment – With regards to employment, the United Kingdom has a much lower unemployment rate than most other countries across the world. In fact, the U.K unemployment rate is 2.3% lower than the Euro zone average. U.K employees are entitled to paid maternity/paternity leave, 12 public holidays per year, a high average salary and, in relation to other countries in Europe, North America and Asia, a high amount of annual paid leave. There is also a high level of job turnover, meaning that more jobs are available to new employees.
Economy – Great Britain has always enjoyed a very strong economy. The Pound Sterling is the 4th largest economy in the world. Due to the strength of the economy, the U.K also benefits from low inflation and good exchange rates with other economies.
Education – 90% of children in Britain go to free, state run schools. These schools are world leading in their educational ability and technology. With famous universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, Edinburgh and Kings College, Britain can safely say it has one of, if not the best education system in the world.
Health & Welfare – The National Health service of Great Britain has been established for 60 years; offering free healthcare to all citizens, at a high level of competence. Children up to the age of 18 and registered pensioners are entitled to free dental and eye care due to the NHS. The United Kingdom is a true welfare state. Britain offers it citizens a massive amount of monetary and social benefits unparalleled by most other countries in the developed world. From unemployment benefits, child support benefits, disability and old age benefits and even public housing, Britain is a class leader in ensuring the welfare of the country.
To summarize, if it is a higher quality of life you are looking for, no matter where you are from, the United Kingdom can, in no doubt, offer it.
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