I asked a question in yahoo answers if these three countries would like to have independence (Ireland doesn't have complete independence) a lot in Ireland said yes, some said yes in Scotland, not much said yes in Wales (partly because they are small) but this debate isn't going to be about independence. When I asked that question I've learned a lot (and was a little shocked) that people in these countries consider themselves British. And half said they are British the other half said they aren't British. They said British is the same as English. Well just because Americans speak in english they are no way considered British. A lot in Wales considered themselves Welsh but would rather be considered British. I have never seen a country that would promote no pride for there country. Can you guys from the U.K. explain this and specifically from these countries. And for the people that don't consider themselves British is it frustrating to hear your fellow native neighbors say that they are British. I mean if your going to call yourself British why won't your country just be called Great Britain too. I think the U.K. system is a little complicated and has confused some of you guys.