10K views · 60 reactions | Under proposals put forward by the The English Spelling Society the way we spell some words could be made a lot easier - something the society claims would help schools and improve literacy levels. Some say it is simply dumbing down. This is what people in the West Country thought... | ITV News West Country | Facebook

The United Kingdom is known for its rich variety of accents, which can change dramatically even over short distances. Unlike many other English-speaking countries, where accents might be more uniform across large regions, the UK is full of distinct accents that reflect its long history and cultural diversity. In England alone, you’ll find accents like the Cockney accent in London, known for dropping the “h” at the beginning of words and using glottal stops, and the Scouse accent from Liverpool,

🗣: “It’s unbelievable that we’ve gone this far and swum the channel!” This group of 12-year-olds from Taunton School have made history, becoming the youngest team to swim across the English channel. 🏆🏊‍♂️ Read more here: https://bit.ly/2kBrKiP | ITV News West Country