Brits ‘own’ dubai

New figures reveal the extent of British influence in Dubai…

Emirates Business claims to have had access to official figures detailing the extent of immigration in the region. The data showed that 147 people from the UK are now believed to be living in Dubai on a permanent basis.

These people were said to own almost two million square feet of land, placing them ahead of other nationalities including Egyptians, Russians, Indians and Iraqis. However, Indians headed the list this time last year, which suggests that Dubai is becoming more and more popular.

A spokesperson for the World Travel & Tourism Council, commented: “The Government in Dubai has responded positively to its growing popularity by investing in a number of infrastructure improvements. As well as boosting its capability to handle lots of tourists, this may also enhance its appeal to future overseas property buyers”