Environment

Our annual survey of public attitudes to nuclear energy, conducted for the Nuclear Industry Association, shows that the trend in support for replacement nuclear newbuild has regained its upward momentum.

New research by Ipsos, updating last year's Turning Point or Tipping Point Report, finds the public concerned about climate change but far from convinced about the science or the Government's green agenda.

Public concern about climate change has doubled in the past year. Barely a day goes by without a media headline about the possible impacts.

In the wake of possible impending legislation which will force retailers to charge for plastic bags, new research from Ipsos indicates that the government may face consumer opposition to their plans - particularly from less affluent shoppers who resent being dictated to on this issue.

A new Ipsos survey of public attitudes to the nuclear energy industry on behalf of the Nuclear Industry Association shows the industry to be favourably regarded on balance.

Research by Ipsos reveals that around six in ten (61%) of the British public lack confidence in the ability of international leaders to address the problem of climate change.

Ipsos was appointed in 2006 by the Commission for Integrated Transport (CfIT) to conduct a comprehensive survey of attitudes to aviation and climate change.

The Conservative conference gets under way this week in Blackpool with the environmental agenda promising to be a key test for David Cameron and his party.

Ipsos's Summer MPs survey shows a further increase in overall support for the building of replacement nuclear power stations in Britain. Support is up 11 points to 72%, while opposition is up one point to 23%. This is the second year running of rapid growth in support, last year it increased by 16 points. Three-quarters of Labour MPs (75%) now support newbuild, while 21% oppose it.