GB – Great Britain – does not include Northern Ireland. The full name of the country is the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland – with the GB representing Scotland, England and Wales.

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Although no official reasons have yet been outlined, the move is thought to be a show of solidarity with Northern Ireland in the wake of Brexit. GB stands for Great Britain, which comprises England, Scotland and Wales, whereas UK stands for the United Kingdom, which comprises Great Britain and Northern Ireland.The UK is therefore seen as a more appropriate term to encompass all four nations in the Union. What do I have to display now?

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The same is true for licence plates containing the EU flag, or the national flags of England, Scotland or Wales. Are there any important exceptions? The flag must be above the identifier. You cannot have the flag or letters on the number-plate margin, and neither can be more than 5cm wide. He also tweeted an image revealing the updated look of a green number plate, used to signify fully electric vehicles and showcase the incentives of opting for a more environmentally friendly car. The UK government said in a letter to the UN that the change applies only to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and “does not extend to any territories for the international relations of which the United Kingdom is responsible”. Yes, you could be fined. Although the traffic rules will vary from country to country. Can I still have a national flag on my number plate?

The UN said it had received “a notification stating that the United Kingdom is changing the distinguishing sign that it had previously selected for display in international traffic on vehicles registered in the United Kingdom, from ‘GB’ to ‘UK’”. Alternatively, motorists can display a number plate that includes the UK identifier with the Union flag. Are GB licence plates with the Union flag accepted?