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United Kingdom

Economics

 

31st

1st

Overall

GB

24th

Income

GB

10th

Disposable income

GB

24th

Nicer/bigger property

GB

31st

Domestic helper/staff

GB

24th

Swimming pool

GB

24th

More than one property

GB

24th

Nicer Cars

GB

26th

Boat or yacht

GB

10th

More luxurious holidays

GB

11th

Healthcare

GB

28th

Experience

 

31st

1st

Overall

GB

29th

Organising school for my children

GB

23rd

Organising finances

GB

24th

Organising healthcare

GB

27th

Finding accommodation

GB

25th

Learning the local language

GB

2nd

Getting used to local food

GB

24th

Local weather

GB

30th

Making friends

GB

29th

Local work culture

GB

17th

Setting up utilities

GB

22nd

Fitting in the new culture

GB

19th

Local transport

GB

19th

Enjoying local food

GB

28th

Local culture

GB

17th

Using the local language

GB

6th

Making local friends

GB

19th

Integrating into the community

GB

12th

Feeling welcome at work

GB

7th

Local shops and markets

GB

12th

Social life

GB

27th

Sports

GB

26th

Working environment

GB

20th

Work / life balance

GB

22nd

Entertainment

GB

3rd

Quality of accommodation

GB

31st

Commuting

GB

31st

Travelling more

GB

13th

Healthcare access and quality

GB

31st

Healthy diet

GB

29th

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