Election


Politics Survey

Conservatives are trusted on their traditional strengths while the public prefer Labour on `softer' issues

The Conservative Party is most trusted by the public to preserve law and order, encourage individuals to take responsibility for themselves and promote family values.

Labour are most trusted to give children and young people a good start in life and be fair to all sections of society

Liberal Democrats struggle to gain traction on many issues - although their best score is on protecting the environment
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Conservative support among women

Contrary to reports in the Observer and Guardian, our polls show no collapse in Conservative support among women between May 2010 and September 2011
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Miliband's image improves, but still behind Cameron on key leadership qualities

Although he trails the Prime Minister on most aspects and is lowest of the three leaders on likeability, Ed Miliband's image has improved since last December, especially when it comes to understanding the problems facing Britain

Cameron has clearest vision for Britain, most capable and best in crisis but also seen as out of touch

Nick Clegg is seen as likeable but also more style than substance
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Economic gloom in Britain

Just one in ten Britons describe Britain's current economic situation as good according to new research from Ipsos' Global @dvisor online survey conducted in 26 countries.
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Thoughts from the fringe

Gideon Skinner's thoughts from the Liberal Democrat conference
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Conservatives competent, Labour compassionate, Liberal Democrats divided

The Conservative Party is seen as most competent of the three parties; Labour seen as most compassionate; while
the Liberal Democrats are seen as divided, and least likely to keep its promises.
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The SNP's social media success

The SNP dominated discussion on social media during the Scottish election campaign
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Reuters/Ipsos September 2011 Political Monitor

Conservatives regain lead over Labour as having the best policies on managing the economy, but half of the public are still pessimistic about the economy
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Where now for Labour in Scotland?

Mark Diffley outlines the challenges facing the Scottish Labour Party in its attempts to reconnect with the electorate.