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Originally Posted by PepsiFree
Not exactly. The UK is a country, so it's quite a bit different than comparing two entirely different countries such as Canada and the US.
The graph should also be viewed in the context that it is provided, which is not "is this new?" but "is this as big of a problem as it appears?" and, considering it pales in comparison to recent history (along with other dangers worldwide like gun violence and car accidents, which are treated much lighter), you can assume the concern and media coverage quickly outpaces the actual danger to society.
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Technically speaking, the UK is a country, as are England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales. The difference is that the UK is a sovereign country. Northern Ireland, England, ect..., are not considered "sovereign" countries because they dissolved their self-government in favour of a confederation.
But let's be honest, the UK is basically an extension of England. If the whole thing fell apart, England would inherit the assets and liabilities of the UK.