Romany is the word that Gypsy people in England and Wales apply to themselves hence the term Romany Gypsy. Scottish Gypsy Travellers – people recognised as a separate ethnic group in Scotland who have much in common with other travellers. Roma – the word Roma is used as a catch-all term for European Gypsies.

Are Roma the same as Travellers?

6. Whats the difference between Roma and Travellers? Travellers have a different ethnicity to Roma, and live in countries across Europe including France, Ireland and the UK. They often maintain a nomadic or semi-nomadic lifestyle, unlike most Roma.

Whats the difference between Gypsy and Gypsy?

The English term gipsy or gypsy is commonly used to indicate Romani people, Tinkers and Travellers, and use of the word gipsy in modern-day English is so pervasive (and is a legal term under English law—see below) that some Romani organizations use it in their own organizational names.

Is Tyson Fury a Traveller or a gypsy?

Tyson Fury, a gypsy Irish Traveller, has faced discrimination. While Furys resume is nothing to scoff at, that hasnt stopped people from doing just that.