Young Britons 'not concerned' about Falkland Islands remaining British, new poll reveals

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A striking generational gap has emerged over British sovereignty of the Falkland Islands, a new poll has revealed.The survey of 2,041 adults by More in Common reveals just nine per cent of those aged 18 to 24 believe it is "very important" for the territory to remain under British control.By contrast, nearly half of respondents aged 75 and over hold this view, with 42 per cent of those between 65 and 74 sharing the sentiment.Across the broader population, 29 per cent rated continued British sovereignty as very important.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say An additional 19 per cent of young voters described the matter as "quite important," slightly below the 22 per cent average figure for respondents.The findings come amid heightened diplomatic tensions following a leaked White House memo last week, suggesting Washington could withdraw backing for Britain's Falklands claim as retaliation for the UK's refusal to support the Iran war.It sparked a diplomatic crisis, and emboldened Argentina...

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