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Dining across the divide: ‘In France we’d be at each other’s throats, but in the UK you say the most horrible things, smiling’

the Guardian·Samwollaston·6 months ago
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Caroline, 57, Plymouth

Occupation Professor of developmental psychology

Voting record Caroline, who came to the UK from France in 2005, has voted Labour but might vote Green in future

Amuse bouche She has been trying to learn to read Arabic for 10 years, but still only knows 10 letters

Marcus, 55, Devon

Occupation Company director, previously in the military

Voting record Always Conservative, but is considering Restore Britain next time

Amuse bouche Marcus ran the Bath half marathon dressed as a Playboy bunny to raise money for a good cause

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Marcus We went through backgrounds and potted histories. Caroline is a highly intelligent lady, extremely articulate, particularly given English is not her native language.

Caroline We have children the same age, so we talked about what they’re doing.…

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