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British Chinese

Literal Translation
The Chinese-heritage population of Britain — predominantly Cantonese-speaking and Hong Kong-origin in the older generations, with more recent mainland Chinese immigration in younger generations. One of the most underrepresented communities in British cultural and historical record despite a presence extending back to the 19th century.