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MPs have more confidence in the US-UK “special relationship” than British public, according to Ipsos poll
Just 36% of Britons say that there is currently a ‘special relationship’ between the US and UK – however, in a separate survey of MPs 73% said that it still exists.
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The public want climate action - are the government doing enough?
There is clear evidence that the public expect the Government to act and to do more to mitigate climate change – this applies to adaptation as much as it does to transitioning to net zero.
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International Women's Day: Spotlight Projects in Public Affairs
To celebrate International Women's Day across Public Affairs, we wanted to explore various policy areas and projects completed over the past year and put spotlight on how they are able to contribute towards this year's theme of 'Accelerating Action'.
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Public Affairs Insights: Our Flagship Publications
Explore our thought leadership on the state of public opinion on politics and society, policy and public services.
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Think global, act local – as COP28 progresses, preparations are underway for the next assessment of UK climate risks
COP28 is in full swing and even before the discussions and negotiations began, Ipsos polling data revealed that only 1% of the British public think that the global symposium will result in positive action.
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The future of local delivery
The UK is facing rising demands for public services and the need to address social issues like homelessness, poverty, and mental health. However, regional disparity is a major concern, with regional imbalances ranking highest among advanced economies. Dr. Eleanor Carter, Research Director, Government Outcomes Lab, joined us to discuss how place-based policy initiatives can be improved and what policy-makers should consider to fully harness the potential of place-based policy making.
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The future of the NHS
The NHS is currently facing significant pressures due to various challenges which will further escalate in the future if unaddressed. Additional funding and evolving NHS services are necessary remedies, as are the greater use of technology and measures to retain staff. But it’s also important to take action on areas outside of the NHS’s control like social care and the social determinants of health. Policy-making for the NHS should adopt a long-term approach, grounded in evidence and incorporating the perspectives of patients, the public and NHS staff in a meaningful way, to ensure that long-term investments are sustainable.
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The future of AI in public services
AI has the potential to automate repetitive tasks and enhance efficiency in our public services. Using insights from Ipsos research and an interview with Dr. Jonathan Bright from The Alan Turing Institute, Daniel Cameron and Reema Patel identify different types of AI technology and their applications in the public sector. However, they also explore the challenges such as bias, lack of transparency, data privacy, and the broader social impacts facing the use of AI in this capacity.
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First Life in the UK Index identifies wellbeing gap between young and old
A new landmark Life in the UK Index study from Carnegie UK and Ipsos finds democratic wellbeing is in crisis.