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Politics Survey

Just one in five think the current UK governing system works well

New research conducted in partnership with the FT finds widespread dissatisfaction with the UK governing system as well as the people who are in it. But still politicians are second in the list of professions who are considered to have the skills and qualities required to be a UK Prime Minister, behind business leaders.
Crime, Justice, Police Survey

When did we stop worrying about crime?

Crime has fallen in voters' list of concerns just as fewer incidents are being reported. Are we entering a golden age of tranquility on Britain's streets, or is something else going on? Joe Hitchcock blogs for politics.co.uk.
Politics Survey

PPCs toe the line on the EU

Katie Harris writes about a recent Ipsos survey of potential parliamentary candidates (PPCs) that reveals some interesting parallels, as well as discrepancies, between hopeful candidates and incumbent members of the same political parties on the subject of the EU.
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TTIPing over the edge

For all the debate, how do MPs really feel about TTIP? Carl Phillips digs into some data from December 2014.
Politics Survey

Consensus but not action: the debate around skills

Much has been made of the shortage of workers with skills in key areas, especially technical expertise. Hannah Merritt asks if MPs and candidates really grasp the issue.
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To whom it may concern: The postbags of the next class of MPs

In just a few days, the corridors of Westminster will be graced with new faces. But do prospective parliamentarians know what lies in store? Dominic Damesick explores what issues PPCs think they will receive the most letters about if they are elected as MPs. 
Politics Survey

Mid Staffs: what impact has it had?

We explore how, if at all, Mid Staffs has impacted on public perceptions of quality in the health service.
Politics Survey

Mental health services and spending: what do the public think?

A recent Ipsos poll indicated that almost four in five people believe the proportion of spend on mental health services should increase in the future; we explore why the public might hold this view.
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Political Behaviour Part 3: Candidates

In the third and final blog in the series, Ipsos's Chris Perry considers political candidates, whether they matter and how persuasive they are.
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Will this be the social media election?

Will this be the social media election? Michael Granleese explores the relationship between politicians and the media.  
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