Public opinion


Public opinion Publication

Understanding Society: The future of public services

The spotlight of this year's Understanding Society from Ipsos is on the future of public services, a topic that promises to take centre stage in debates leading up to the General Election.
Politics Survey

Just one in four think David Cameron’s government did a good job on foreign affairs

New Ipsos polling explores the public response to David Cameron’s appointment as Foreign Secretary and Suella Braverman’s removal as Home Secretary.
Healthcare Survey

2 in 3 Britons think it should be legal for a doctor to assist a patient aged 18 or older in ending their life by prescribing life-ending medication

A majority of the public think it should be legal for a doctor to assist a patient aged 18 or older in ending their life providing certain conditions are met, according to a new Ipsos survey.
Utilities Survey

3 in 5 Britons would prefer utilities to be publicly owned and operated

By contrast, 23% think utilities should be owned and operated privately according to a new Ipsos survey.
Education Survey

Ipsos finds concern about children’s mental health and staff welfare in education

Overall, the British public think schools are performing well, although not across all areas, according to a new Ipsos survey.

Pan UK Broadcaster Climate Research

Research for 6 UK broadcasters reveals key insights into the role broadcasters can play in inspiring audiences to make changes to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss.

Coronation 2023: Attitudes towards the Royal Family

As Britain celebrates the Coronation of King Charles III we present a round-up of the latest polls, trends and attitudes towards the Royal Family and the Monarchy in association with Sky News.

Two in three Britons say it is time for a change at the next election

Rishi Sunak and the Conservatives still face significant challenges in the opinion polls, according to the latest Ipsos Political Monitor.

Three in four Britons think Johnson’s government has done a bad job dealing with the cost of living

The July 2022 Ipsos Political Monitor shows the public think his government's done a bad job on immigration and on the NHS.