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[Wig44.]

do you even know why we're over-taxed? because of the after effects of the recession (it started in america remember, not britain), our budget deficit now is nearing the high levels in % of GDP. think about what would happen if britains politicans decided they were to take a new friendly approach to governing - our deficit would extensively widen, as a result the pounds gonna be less competitive. because the pound is worth less, our imports are more expensive and the majority of goods being made in china, will be more expensive. the cost of living will increase and less investments going to be put in from abroad because the UK will seem less and less attractive, so we're left with outdated technology and inevitably countries will surpass us. the whole point of high taxation is to tackle the budget deficit, so when you're actually moaning about 'oh no we're overtaxed', its for the benefit of the country as a whole in order to sustain a recovery, and wait for it heres my main point, bring the uk BACK UP to the levels of standard of living once enjoyed.

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Britain has always had high taxation rates. When did I say politicians should take a friendly approach to things? Your straw man argument refutes nothing from my post. There is a massive difference between wanting politicians to become all 'friendly' and start handing out money, and wanting politicians to not be corrupt, have the interests of the public in mind (not the social elite), not be incompetent and do what they are elected to do.

[RandomManJay]

Although I do like living in Britain, I have to admit I have always had feelings for migrating to another country. I first thought about the US, but now I'm looking more towards New Zealand, or Denmark or Norway. I don't honastly know if I will migrate, but I definately want to travel around once I finish uni and save up a bit .

[bkps]

Actually, Britain is really good. I mean, I'm not British, but if you look into it, Britain is actually one of the best places to live. I used to live in Brazil. I moved here and now I got a better life. Of course Britain has its bad sides, but what country doesn't? You should be lucky to live where you are. And tbh, imagine in other countries where they dont have a home, or any food. No jobs.. You still think Britain's crap?

[rokgal]

I live in a small area in britain and i actually think my hometown is better and safer as when i look around in my area theres unemployment, drugs, gangs, theft and violence. I'd rather live in my hometown as there is many opertunities for when im older ect.