BBC presenter Nicky Campbell calls out an alleged error in the British citizenship test which mistakenly identifies the Cairngorms mountain range as being in England. The incident follows previous complaints about inaccuracies in the test and raises questions about its fairness and relevance.
BBC presenter Nicky Campbell expressed disbelief and frustration over a reported error in the British citizenship test, which allegedly identified the Cairngorms mountain range as being located in England. Campbell was alerted to the issue during a segment on his 5 Live show where he invited listeners to share their experiences with the citizenship test.
One caller, Derek from Maryport, Cumbria, described how his Hungarian wife, Eta, had incorrectly answered a question about the largest national park in England. According to Derek, Eta, who knew the correct answer was the Lake District, was presented with the Cairngorms as the answer. This prompted a strong reaction from Campbell, who stated, 'That's ridiculous. And they call that a British citizenship test? You've triggered me.' The incident brought to light previous concerns raised by the Record regarding inaccuracies in the Home Office's official guide to the citizenship test. Complaints had been lodged about incorrect information, including the claim that a £50 note was the highest denomination in circulation in the UK, while Scottish banks issue £100 notes. Researchers at Essex University had also found that approximately two-thirds of UK-born individuals would fail the test, raising questions about the relevance of some questions, such as the height of the London Eye and the location of Stonehenge.Introduced in 2007, the £50 citizenship test requires applicants to answer 18 out of 24 multiple-choice questions correctly. It has become increasingly relevant since the Brexit vote in 2016, with a rise in EU citizens taking the test. Despite ongoing criticism, the Home Office maintains that the questions are designed to assess 'regional differentiations' and emphasizes that individuals can retake the test as many times as necessary. The Record has reached out to the UK Home Office for comment on this latest controversy
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