Why British political party leaders choose foreign strategists
As with star signings at football clubs, the likes of David Cameron's new adviser Jim Messina freshen up the team and encourage support, writes Ben Page in The Guardian.
The research, conducted by Ipsos for the Health Foundation, finds that the public sees significant potential benefits from AI in health but prioritises accuracy and oversight over faster adoption.
New polling data from Ipsos in the UK, conducted 28–31 August 2026 among British adults aged 16-75, in partnership with the Press Association, reveals sustained public backing for assisted dying as MP Lauren Edwards re-introduces identical legislation to Parliament ahead of its second reading on 11 September 2026. However the exact circumstances can make a difference to that support.
New survey findings from Cancer Research UK, based on research conducted by Ipsos, reveal that more than four in 10 UK adults report being sunburnt, while many remain uncertain about recommended sun protection behaviours and UV exposure.
