Blow to classic British chip as shock poll shows French fries are now more popular

FRENCH fries are more popular than the classic British chip, according to shock research.

A staggering 62 per cent of Brits say they prefer the longer, skinnier potato treat from across the Channel.

Main reasons for shunning our traditional thick chips are the fries’ crispier texture (cited by 58 per cent), lack of greasiness (32 per cent), no going soggy (24 per cent)...