In the latest Ipsos poll, with fieldwork conducted before the election was called, the Conservatives have taken a 17-point lead over Labour, significantly improving on their position in September.
The public also lack confidence in the government’s long-term economic policies as economic optimism drops. Despite this, Philip Hammond is still preferred over John McDonnell as most capable chancellor
As party conferences conclude for another year, Ben Page surveys the political opinions of the nation and explains what it all means for local government.