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| Country | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland |
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| Area | 244,820 sq km (94,526 sq mi) |
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| Population | 61,612,300 (2009 estimate) |
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| Capital | London |
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| Largest city | London |
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| Government | Parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy |
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| Official language | English |
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| Geography | comprises the island of Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) and the northeastern part of the island of Ireland (Northern Ireland), together with many smaller islands |
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| Largest ethnic groups | 92.1% White, 4.0% South Asian, 2.0% Black, 1.2% Mixed, 0.4% Chinese, 0.4% Other |
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| National anthem | God Save the Queen |
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| Currency | Pound sterling (GBP) |
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