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Politics Survey

Public opinion hardens against Iran war as economic concerns persist

New polling data from Ipsos in the UK, conducted 3-7 April 2026 (ahead of the temporary ceasefire), reveals the latest picture in British public opinion towards the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran and its consequences.
Public continues to support Britain’s role in Ukraine conflict - Ipsos
War/Terrorism Survey

Public continues to support Britain’s role in Ukraine conflict

There is some evidence Britons' support of economic sanctions against Russia could wane if there are further energy price rises according to an Ipsos poll for Sky News.
Opinion split as to whether government spending on defence and the Armed Forces should be increased, decreased or stay the same
War/Terrorism Survey

Opinion split as to whether government spending on defence and the Armed Forces should be increased, decreased or stay the same

New polling by Ipsos shows British opinion is split as to whether or not more money should be spent on defence and the Armed Forces.
Majority of Britons now satisfied with government handling of Russian invasion of Ukraine - Ipsos
Political Monitor Survey

Majority of Britons now satisfied with government handling of Russian invasion of Ukraine

However, half think too little humanitarian support is being provided
What Worries the World | Ipsos
What Worries the World Survey

What Worries the World - April 2022

Inflation is now the top global worry for the first time, with 26 out of 27 countries recording an increase in concern over the last month according to the latest Ipsos global What Worries The World? survey.
ipsos Global Advisor - War in Ukraine
War/Terrorism Survey

61% globally think the war in Ukraine poses a significant risk to their country

Survey finds unity in concern for Ukrainians, willingness to take in refugees, and wariness of getting involved militarily, but diverging views on sanctions and military support
Public trust Conservatives more than Labour on defence - Ipsos
War/Terrorism Survey

Public trust Conservatives more than Labour on defence

The March 2022 Ipsos Political Monitor poll finds that the public trust the Conservatives more than Labour on defence by a 2:1 margin
Ipsos - UK Issues Index - March 2022
Issues Index Survey

Ipsos Issues Index: March 2022

Defence and foreign affairs leap to the top of Britons’ concerns in our latest UK Issues Index
Three in four Britons back principle of giving refuge to those fleeing war or persecution | Ipsos
Immigration Survey

Three in four Britons back principle of giving refuge to those fleeing war or persecution

Research conducted by Ipsos for British Future before the Russian war against Ukraine helps to explain underlying public support for welcoming Ukrainian refugees into Britain.
Britons back Ukraine joining NATO in latest Ipsos polling
War/Terrorism Survey

Britons back Ukraine joining NATO in latest Ipsos polling

3 in 4 support making it easier for Ukrainian refugees to come to Britain
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