The biggest problem for Labour is that people don't know what it stands for
History shows that parties can win despite the unpopularity of their leaders, but to do so Labour needs to offer policy substance writes Bobby Duffy in the New Statesman.
New polling data from Ipsos in the UK, conducted 7–11 August 2026, reveals deep public opposition to the early prison release scheme alongside persistent dissatisfaction with the broader criminal justice system.
New polling data from Ipsos in the UK, conducted 30th July – 4th August 2026, shows Labour taking a three-point lead over Reform UK (albeit still within the margin of error).
