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Easier access to GP practice appointments is now the public’s top priority for the NHS, overtaking resolving staffing issues
The public’s priorities for the NHS have shifted since May 2024. For the first time, making it easier to get appointments at GP practices is the public’s top priority for the NHS (38%). This is followed by improving waiting times for A&E (33%), reducing the number of staff leaving the NHS by improving working conditions (29%) and reducing waste and improving the efficiency of NHS services (29%).
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More Britons favourable towards Nigel Farage than Keir Starmer, Kemi Badenoch and Ed Davey
Three in ten are favourable towards Farage, 46% unfavourable.
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Around 8 in 10 Britons concerned about having to wait on a trolley at A&E
When asked what words they think of when they think of the NHS, “long waiting times”, “understaffed”, and “delays” are the most common responses.
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British public opinion about the conflict in Ukraine, three years on
2 in 3 or more continue to be concerned about the impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine on Ukrainian civilians, the UK economy and UK national security.
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DHSC publish results from survey on the work-related quality of life and wellbeing of the adult social care workforce.
The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) commissioned Ipsos, the University of Kent and Skills for Care to develop, design and conduct a survey of the adult social care workforce in England to measure work-related quality of life and wellbeing. This research was commissioned and conducted in 2023, but the findings are still relevant and provide insights and evidence to inform policy development to support the adult social care workforce.
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New Ipsos measurement contract as PAMCo advances collaboration with Barb
The new approach to data collection means PAMCo optimises their use of high-quality face-to-face interviews.
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Half of Britons say Rachel Reeves’ decisions have made them less confident about economic growth
Two-thirds of the public disagree with the decision to end winter fuel payments for pensioners who do not receive Pension Credit.
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Patients struggling with NHS admin
Ipsos polling for the King’s Fund, National Voices and Healthwatch England reveals that nearly two in three patients (64%) have experienced at least one NHS admin problem in the last year (for themselves or someone they care for) such as lost test results, inability to change or cancel appointments, or receiving incorrect information.