If they were common, we would see them Jim.
We do not, so they can not be common.
If you saw two in Somerset last week, tell us where.

They are not common for the reason given.
The British are not "deeply racist" and Ireland is less tolerant as shown by its treatment of Travellers.

Don.

I share your contempt for the racist extremists in this country
We are all with Jim on that, and not just the extremists and not just in this country.
but take issue with the rest of your statement.
Which?